FDA Consumer Magazine -- June 1992
Table of Contents

Silicone Breast Implants Available Under Tight Controls
Silicone-gel breast implants are now available only to women enrolled in clinical studies. They are widely available to women who need them for reconstruction after breast cancer surgery. But their use for breast enlargement is very limited.

FDA Asks Shoppers About Food Labels
Surveyors recently asked shoppers in mails across the country for their opinions about changes FDA has proposed in food label formats. They got some surprising answers.

On FDA's Front Lines: Investigators Protect Public
Responding to emergencies, as well as inspecting more than 90,000 establishments in this country, is part of FDA investigators' work. And there's no college in the world that can fully prepare them for it.

Cool Tips for a Hot Season
When the temperature climbs, many Americans head for the beach or the lake. Some simple measures--such as sunscreens, sunglasses, and proper food cooking and storage--can help keep summer days safe.

Yogurt: The Curds and Whey to Health?
Many health claims have been made for yogurt over the years. Though scientific questions remain about most of these claims, new information hints that some of them might be true.

Breathless No More: Defeating Adult Sleep Apnea
Millions of overweight, middle-aged men stop breathing for seconds while sleeping and then continue snoring, repeating this routine through the night. Though lesser measures help mild apnea cases, mask-like devices are replacing surgery for serious cases.

(Hypertext updated by clb March 16, 1998)