http://www.fda.gov/ en http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/drugs Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Mon, 01 May 2023 17:12:54 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/drugs http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dietary-supplements Dietary supplements are regulated by the FDA as food, not as drugs. However, many dietary supplements contain ingredients that have strong biological effects which may conflict with a medicine you are taking or a medical condition you may have. Products containing hidden drugs are also sometimes falsely marketed as dietary supplements, putting consumers at greater risk. For these reasons, it is important to consult with a health care professional before using any dietary supplement. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more. Mon, 01 May 2023 17:11:47 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dietary-supplements http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fda-warns-use-selective-androgen-receptor-modulators-sarms-among-teens-young-adults Targeting teenagers and young adults, videos on social media platforms promote the unsafe use of SARMs to improve physical appearance, gain muscle mass, or increase athletic performance. Fri, 28 Apr 2023 16:07:06 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fda-warns-use-selective-androgen-receptor-modulators-sarms-among-teens-young-adults http://www.fda.gov/consumers/articulos-para-el-consumidor-en-espanol/las-garrapatas-y-la-enfermedad-de-lyme-sintomas-tratamiento-y-prevencion La enfermedad de Lyme está en aumento. ¿Cómo puede prevenirla?¿Cuáles son los síntomas y qué debe hacer si cree que usted o su perro la padecen? Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:11:40 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/articulos-para-el-consumidor-en-espanol/las-garrapatas-y-la-enfermedad-de-lyme-sintomas-tratamiento-y-prevencion http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/ticks-and-lyme-disease-symptoms-treatment-and-prevention Lyme disease is on the rise. How can you prevent it? What are the symptoms, and what should you do if you think you or your pet have it? Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:51:49 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/ticks-and-lyme-disease-symptoms-treatment-and-prevention http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/understanding-regulatory-terminology-potential-preventative-and-therapeutic-drugs-covid-19 Consumers rely on the FDA for independent scientific reviews of medical products, including therapeutic drugs and vaccines. To meet the urgent need for products to treat or prevent COVID-19, the FDA has approved and authorized several preventative drugs, including vaccines and treatments. Thu, 13 Apr 2023 09:57:39 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/understanding-regulatory-terminology-potential-preventative-and-therapeutic-drugs-covid-19 http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/childrens-health Kids aren't just small adults. From diet and nutrition to their reactions to medicine, their bodies are unique. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more. Wed, 12 Apr 2023 11:07:32 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/childrens-health http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safely-using-hand-sanitizer You can help stop the spread of infectious diseases by washing your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds every time. If soap and water are not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers can be used if they contain at least 60% alcohol and are used properly. Wed, 12 Apr 2023 08:50:38 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safely-using-hand-sanitizer http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/hurricane-season-be-prepared It's important to safeguard your food, water, medicine and pets before, during and after any severe weather event. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 15:15:36 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/hurricane-season-be-prepared http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/help-fda-prevent-sale-tobacco-products-young-people Many teens underestimate how easy it is to become addicted to nicotine. This raises concerns because young people are at greatest risk of nicotine addiction because their brains are still developing. Find out how you can help. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 10:44:18 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/help-fda-prevent-sale-tobacco-products-young-people http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary Consumer articles from FDA about animal health and veterinary medicine. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 09:23:16 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/access-naloxone-can-save-life-during-opioid-overdose Anyone can save a life during an opioid overdose with naloxone, a front-line defense in the opioid crisis. Naloxone is a life-saving drug that quickly reverses the powerful effects of opioids. FDA is working to give more people access to naloxone. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:33:13 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/access-naloxone-can-save-life-during-opioid-overdose http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tobacco-products Tobacco comes in many forms, from cigars and cigarettes to smokeless tobacco and dissolvable nicotine products. FDA works to reduce the use of these products, and the harm that they cause. To learn more read these Consumer Updates. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:01:26 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tobacco-products http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/radiation-emitting-products From medical X-ray scanners used to see inside the body to surgical lasers used for cosmetic purposes or to improve eyesight, FDA ensures the safety and effectiveness of a wide range or products that emit radiation. To learn more, read these Consumer Updates. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:00:20 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/radiation-emitting-products http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/medical-devices Consumer articles about medical devices. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:59:24 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/medical-devices http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/food Timely articles and multimedia content about food and food-safety. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:58:12 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/food http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/cosmetics Consumer articles about cosmetics. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:55:05 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/cosmetics http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/vaccines-blood-biologics From blood to vaccines, FDA protects and advances the public health by ensuring that biological products are safe, effective, and available to those who need them. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:54:03 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/vaccines-blood-biologics http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/colorectal-cancer-what-you-should-know-about-screening Doctors recommend most people start screening for colorectal cancer at age 45, and before age 45 for some people at higher risk. There are several FDA-reviewed and approved or cleared choices for colorectal cancer screening. Find out which one is best for you. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:05:41 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/colorectal-cancer-what-you-should-know-about-screening http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely Storing food properly can help prevent foodborne illnesses. Here are tips for safely storing food in your refrigerator, freezer, and cupboards. Tue, 14 Mar 2023 15:46:42 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely