http://www.fda.gov/ en http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/it-really-fda-approved How can you know for sure what the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates? FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by regulating human drugs and biologics, animal drugs, medical devices, tobacco products, food and animal feed, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 17:01:50 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/it-really-fda-approved http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/use-eye-cosmetics-safely April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month. Here are tips from FDA about storing, applying, wearing, and removing eye cosmetics. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:59:56 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/use-eye-cosmetics-safely http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-cloning-and-food-safety FDA has concluded that cattle, swine (pigs), and goat clones, and the offspring of any animal clones traditionally consumed as food, are safe for human and animal consumption Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:58:35 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-cloning-and-food-safety http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/black-licorice-trick-or-treat Black licorice is an old fashioned treat that can be harmful if you eat too much. If you're 40 or older, eating 2 ounces of black licorice a day for two weeks could cause an irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia). Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:51:10 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/black-licorice-trick-or-treat http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/prevent-heartworms-dogs-cats-and-ferrets-year-round Heartworm disease can be fatal to pets, but it is also preventable. Learn more about the dangers of heartworm disease and the importance of year-round prevention. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:50:00 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/prevent-heartworms-dogs-cats-and-ferrets-year-round http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/whole-genome-sequencing-cracking-genetic-code-foodborne-illness Increasingly, FDA has used whole genome sequencing to support investigations of foodborne illness outbreaks. Industry is also starting to use whole genome sequencing to monitor food manufacturing for bacteria and take steps to prevent potential outbreaks. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:45:53 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/whole-genome-sequencing-cracking-genetic-code-foodborne-illness http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/facts-fdas-new-tobacco-rule Tobacco use is a major threat to public health and smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States. A new rule has extended the FDA's regulatory authority to all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, all cigars, hookah, and pipe tobacco. Learn how this rule affects you and how the FDA is preventing youth from using tobacco products and protecting the public health. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:44:42 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/facts-fdas-new-tobacco-rule http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/raw-doughs-raw-deal-and-could-make-you-sick Eating raw dough or batter could make you sick. Whether you're baking at home, making flour-based 'play' clay, or eating at a restaurant that offers the kids raw dough to play with until the food comes, do not eat it. And make sure your kids don't, either. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:43:21 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/raw-doughs-raw-deal-and-could-make-you-sick http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much According to scientists at the FDA, caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much caffeine may pose a danger to your health. Depending on factors such as body weight, medications you may take, and individual sensitivity, “too much” can vary from person to person. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:39:36 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tattoo-removal-options-and-results How hard is it to remove a tattoo? What processes are used? Is it painful? Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:38:25 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tattoo-removal-options-and-results http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/outsmarting-poison-ivy-and-other-poisonous-plants Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are a hazard year-round. Here are tips for preventing and treating the itchy rash and blisters. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:50:54 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/outsmarting-poison-ivy-and-other-poisonous-plants http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safe-use-flea-and-tick-products-pets Fleas and ticks can cause problems for your pet and seriously harm their health. There are all kinds of products to prevent these problems. Learn how to use them safely. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:49:15 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safe-use-flea-and-tick-products-pets http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/treating-and-preventing-head-lice Head lice. Learn how to check for them, how to treat them, and how to avoid having them in your home. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:45:40 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/treating-and-preventing-head-lice http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/advisory-committees-give-fda-critical-advice-and-public-voice Not familiar with FDA’s advisory committees? These committees provide independent, expert advice to the FDA on a range of complex scientific, technical and policy issues related to the development and evaluation of FDA-regulated products. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:44:06 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/advisory-committees-give-fda-critical-advice-and-public-voice http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/food-safety-and-availability-during-coronavirus-pandemic Here are three things FDA wants you to know about food safety and availability during the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:38:20 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/food-safety-and-availability-during-coronavirus-pandemic http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/be-aware-potentially-dangerous-products-and-therapies-claim-treat-autism There is no cure for autism. So, products or treatments claiming to “cure” autism do not work as claimed. The same is true of many products claiming to “treat” autism or autism-related symptoms. Some may carry significant health risks. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:29:26 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/be-aware-potentially-dangerous-products-and-therapies-claim-treat-autism http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/watch-out-false-promises-about-so-called-alzheimers-cures Unfortunately, when faced with a serious health issue, even the most rational person can be led to believe implausible Alzheimer cure claims. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:26:19 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/watch-out-false-promises-about-so-called-alzheimers-cures http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/secondhand-and-third-hand-smoke-may-be-making-your-pet-sick Secondhand and third-hand smoke may be making your pet dog, bird, cat, guinea pig, or fish sick. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:20:30 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/secondhand-and-third-hand-smoke-may-be-making-your-pet-sick http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/healthy-breakfasts-kids-its-all-about-balance Healthy breakfasts are a must for kids and help keep them going strong all day. This article and short video provide tips on making it happen. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:17:33 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/healthy-breakfasts-kids-its-all-about-balance http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary Consumer articles from FDA about animal health and veterinary medicine. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:16:57 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary