FDA Consumer Health Information Updates http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/ContactFDA/StayInformed/RSSFeeds/Consumers/rss.xml en-us Tue, 22 May 2012 11:11:00 -0400 michael.ermarth@fda.hhs.gov (Michael Ermarth) A new FDA database pulls the science on drug labels for kids into one place. Tue, 22 May 2012 11:11:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm305040.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm305040.htm In this webinar, FDA audiologist Sue-Chen Peng, Ph.D., offers consumers basic information on hearing loss and hearing aids. Mon, 21 May 2012 08:07:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm304760.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm304760.htm Michelle Yeboah of FDA’s Office of Minority Health tells how the agency is addressing health disparities among minority populations in America. Fri, 18 May 2012 08:42:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm304588.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm304588.htm FDA warns about a contaminated ultrasound gel, and a higher risk of blood clots with some birth control pills. Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm304093.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm304093.htm During the outbreak of Salmonella Bareilly tied to spicy tuna sushi, , FDA's urgent-response team shifted into high gear. Thu, 03 May 2012 10:06:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm302779.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm302779.htm This page contains links to all past Consumer Update Analytics web pages. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm215588.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm215588.htm New "Global Engagement" report opens a window of FDA's work around the world to guarantee the safety of imported foods, medical products and other regulated goods. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:31:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm301141.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm301141.htm The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is continuing a dialogue on nanotechnology by publishing draft guidelines on the use of nanomaterials in cosmetics and substances added to foods. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:53:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm258462.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm258462.htm FDA is warning that improper use, storage and disposal of the fentanyl patch, a potent pain medication, can be deadly to children who swallow it or apply it to their own skin. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:44:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm300803.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm300803.htm The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces safety alerts and reviews for some widely used medications, skin creams and baby food. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm300978.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm300978.htm Learn about these and other safety alerts at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm298416.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm298416.htm After a series of safety scares involving Chinese exports, the Food and Drug Administration's China office has trained nearly 1,600 Chinese manufacturers and regulators on U.S. safety standards. They hope the training will head off future problems. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:37:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm284461.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm284461.htm FDA is working with the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) to protect consumers from medication errors, which are preventable mistakes in labeling, packaging, prescribing, dispensing, and order communication. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:12:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297644.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297644.htm The Tobacco Control Act created a path that companies may use to bring products to the market that are less harmful or reduce the risk of tobacco-related disease. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:40:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297895.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297895.htm FDA establishes a list of harmful or potentially harmful chemicals in tobacco products and smoke, and requires tobacco companies to report how much of these chemicals are in their products. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:39:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297878.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297878.htm The assessment by the Food and Drug Administration is that scientific evidence does not suggest that the very low levels of human exposure to BPA through the diet are unsafe. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:34:00 -0400 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297954.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm297954.htm Federal health officials are warning consumers not to use skin creams, beauty and antiseptic soaps, or lotions that might contain mercury after products with the toxic metal turned up in at least seven states. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:21:00 -0500 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm294849.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm294849.htm The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces important safety changes for statins, the popular cholesterol-lowering drugs. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm293330.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm293330.htm To help rare disease patients become advocates for themselves and others, the Food and Drug Administration is holding a FDA Rare Disease Patient Advocacy Day.� Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm293213.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm293213.htm The Food and Drug Administration and the National Institutes of Health have launched a nationwide study of smokers and nonsmokers to understand more about tobacco use. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm292894.htm http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm292894.htm