http://www.fda.gov/ en http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fresh-take-what-healthy-means-food-packages The FDA wants to update the definition of the nutrient content claim “healthy” and is studying ways to help you spot foods that qualify to make the claim. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:40:12 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fresh-take-what-healthy-means-food-packages 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. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:33:17 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/nutrition 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. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:09:50 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/advisory-committees-give-fda-critical-advice-and-public-voice http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/recipe-danger-social-media-challenges-involving-medicines Social media trends and peer pressure can be a dangerous combination to children, especially when involving misusing medicines. Nonprescription drugs are readily available in many homes, making these challenges even riskier. Warn your children about the dangers of misusing medicines. Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:55:49 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/recipe-danger-social-media-challenges-involving-medicines http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/generic-drugs-undergo-rigorous-fda-review The FDA approval process ensures that medicines sold in the U.S. are safe and effective. FDA-approved generic drugs, like their brand counterparts, have met strict approval standards. Fri, 16 Sep 2022 11:48:40 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/generic-drugs-undergo-rigorous-fda-review 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. Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:32:33 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/childrens-health http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/drugs Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:21:10 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/drugs http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/what-know-about-breast-implants The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates breast implants as medical devices. Get the latest information to help you make an informed decision about whether or not to use breast implants. Thu, 08 Sep 2022 14:03:21 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/what-know-about-breast-implants http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fluorouracil-and-pet-safety Fluorouracil, used to treat a variety of conditions, is deadly if ingested by your pet. Store this common medication where pets cannot access it. Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:04:26 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/fluorouracil-and-pet-safety http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/beware-ultraviolet-uv-wands-give-unsafe-levels-radiation Certain UV wands may cause injuries within seconds and alternative disinfection methods should be used. The FDA issued a safety communication alerting consumers about these products. Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:56:03 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/beware-ultraviolet-uv-wands-give-unsafe-levels-radiation 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. The FDA has tips for serving a healthy breakfast to even the pickiest eaters. Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:39:21 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/healthy-breakfasts-kids-its-all-about-balance 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. Wed, 24 Aug 2022 11:39:18 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/vaccines-blood-biologics http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/hearing-aids-and-personal-sound-amplification-products-what-know Learn about hearing aids, including OTC hearing aids, and personal sound amplification products. Tue, 16 Aug 2022 09:24:28 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/hearing-aids-and-personal-sound-amplification-products-what-know http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/infant-formula-supply Information and resources from the FDA and government partners Mon, 15 Aug 2022 11:30:11 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/infant-formula-supply http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tips-stay-safe-sun-sunscreen-sunglasses Sun safety is always in season. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter the weather. The FDA continues to evaluate sunscreen products to ensure that their active ingredients are safe and effective. Mon, 15 Aug 2022 08:57:52 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/tips-stay-safe-sun-sunscreen-sunglasses http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/plan-prepare-and-protect-your-pet-during-and-after-emergency When it comes to planning for emergencies, pet owners should consider their pets too. With some simple preparations now, you can make sure your pet will be protected, safe and healthy, during and after any emergency. Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:51:25 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/plan-prepare-and-protect-your-pet-during-and-after-emergency http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/products-marketed-removing-moles-and-other-skin-lesions-can-cause-injuries-scarring Removing moles and other growths on our skin isn’t a DIY project, and can be dangerous to try. There are no FDA-approved drugs for treating moles, seborrheic keratoses, or skin tags. But there are potentially dangerous products being sold claiming to help remove these lesions. Avoid these products. Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:27:00 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/products-marketed-removing-moles-and-other-skin-lesions-can-cause-injuries-scarring http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-gene-therapy-can-cure-or-treat-diseases Scientists have worked for decades on ways to modify or replace genes to treat, cure, or prevent illness. Advancements in science technology are changing the way we define disease, develop drugs, and prescribe treatments. The FDA has approved gene therapies for cancer, rare diseases. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:14:01 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-gene-therapy-can-cure-or-treat-diseases 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. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 13:51:55 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/vaccines-protect-children-harmful-infectious-diseases If you have questions about vaccines, visit the FDA’s guide for parents and caregivers. It describes the routinely administered vaccines for children and provides answers to commonly asked questions. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:34:47 EDT FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/vaccines-protect-children-harmful-infectious-diseases