http://www.fda.gov/ en 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. Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:39:02 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/childrens-health http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/medical-devices Consumer articles about medical devices. Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:04:41 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/medical-devices http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/contact-lenses-safe-use-hydrogen-peroxide-solution Cleaning contacts with hydrogen peroxide solutions takes special care. Follow all directions to avoid stinging, burning and possible damage to your eyes. Thu, 27 Jul 2023 16:17:12 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/contact-lenses-safe-use-hydrogen-peroxide-solution http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/hiv-and-hepatitis-know-your-status-and-learn-about-fdas-role The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is working to reduce health disparities among people of different ethnic and racial groups. The agency's Office of Minority Health is now focusing efforts on educating people about HIV and hepatitis. Here's what to know about testing, treatment, and the FDA role Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:35:44 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/hiv-and-hepatitis-know-your-status-and-learn-about-fdas-role http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/cosmetics Consumer articles about cosmetics. Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:05:50 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/cosmetics http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/what-know-when-buying-or-using-breast-pump Breast pumps are medical devices regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. They can be used to extract milk, maintain or increase a woman's milk supply, and relieve engorged breasts (among other indications). But, to protect mothers and their babies, there are important safety considerations to know before using one. Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:31:34 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/what-know-when-buying-or-using-breast-pump http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/making-sure-kids-are-prepared-if-they-need-epinephrine-treatments-school Kids are back in school, which for many parents, means making sure important prescriptions, like epinephrine products, are filled and available to use when necessary. FDA wants to make sure patients, parents, health care providers, school nurses, and pharmacists stay on top of product availability. Mon, 17 Jul 2023 13:01:39 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/making-sure-kids-are-prepared-if-they-need-epinephrine-treatments-school http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-safe-are-color-additives Facts on the safety of color additives — dyes, or substances that can impart color when added or applied to a food, drug, cosmetic, or the human body Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:38:44 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-safe-are-color-additives http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dermal-filler-dos-and-donts-wrinkles-lips-and-more Check out the FDA's tips to safely use dermal fillers and learn the difference between dermal fillers and injectable botulinum toxin products. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 13:09:38 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dermal-filler-dos-and-donts-wrinkles-lips-and-more http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-report-problems-e-cigarettes-cigarettes-cigars-or-other-tobacco-products-fda Safety Reporting Portal allows you to tell FDA about health, quality, or safety issues with tobacco products, including products containing nicotine from any source. Reports about tobacco-related health or product problems can help FDA to identify and monitor known and emerging safety issues. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:49:21 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-report-problems-e-cigarettes-cigarettes-cigars-or-other-tobacco-products-fda 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. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 08:53:56 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tobacco-products 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. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:10:14 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-you-storing-food-safely http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary Consumer articles from FDA about animal health and veterinary medicine. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:01:13 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/treating-cushings-disease-dogs FDA approved medications can help manage this disease that most commonly occurs in middle-aged and older dogs. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 08:56:20 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/treating-cushings-disease-dogs http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/know-your-treatment-options-covid-19 Patients today have more treatment options in the battle against COVID-19. The FDA has approved drug treatments for COVID-19 and has authorized others for emergency use. Tue, 27 Jun 2023 17:24:40 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/know-your-treatment-options-covid-19 http://www.fda.gov/consumers/articulos-para-el-consumidor-en-espanol/consejos-basicos-para-cocinar-la-parrilla-evite-las-enfermedades-transmitidas-por-alimentos Ésta es la estación de los picnics, las parrilladas y otras fiestas al aire libre. Pero comer al aire libre en un clima cálido presenta un reto de inocuidad alimentaria. Las bacterias en los alimentos se multiplican más rápido a temperaturas entre 40°F a 140°F (4.4 a 60°C), de manera que el calor del verano hace que sea especialmente importante tomar medidas básicas de seguridad para los alimentos. Fri, 23 Jun 2023 14:26:35 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/articulos-para-el-consumidor-en-espanol/consejos-basicos-para-cocinar-la-parrilla-evite-las-enfermedades-transmitidas-por-alimentos http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-properly-store-e-liquids-and-prevent-accidental-exposure-e-liquids-children Accidental exposure to nicotine-containing e-liquids (the liquid used in “vape” products) can cause injury and even death in children. It’s important to keep these products away from kids and to be prepared in case of accidental ingestion or other emergencies due to unintended exposure. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:12:42 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-properly-store-e-liquids-and-prevent-accidental-exposure-e-liquids-children http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/barbecue-basics-tips-prevent-foodborne-illness Bacteria in food multiply faster at temperatures between 40°F and 140°F, so summer heat makes the basics of food safety especially important. Here are some easy things you can do to help keep everyone at your table safe from foodborne illness. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:17:56 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/barbecue-basics-tips-prevent-foodborne-illness http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/nutrition The Nutrition Facts Label on food packaging is an important and easy way to get essential information to help you make healthy food choices. These FDA Consumer Updates are also a great resource for more nutrition facts, and other helpful information about the food you eat. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:04:49 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/nutrition http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-sweet-it-all-about-sweeteners There are many different types of sweeteners, sometimes called sugar substitutes. Learn the differences between the sweetening ingredients you may see on the food label. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:10:49 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-sweet-it-all-about-sweeteners