http://www.fda.gov/ en http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary Consumer articles from FDA about animal health and veterinary medicine. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:15:09 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/animal-veterinary http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/flour-raw-food-and-other-safety-facts Eating raw (uncooked) flour, dough or batter could make you sick. Most flour is raw and is not treated to kill germs. Never eat or taste raw flour, dough or batter. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:15:31 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/flour-raw-food-and-other-safety-facts http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dietary-supplements Dietary supplements are regulated by the FDA as food, not as drugs. However, many dietary supplements contain ingredients that have strong biological effects which may conflict with a medicine you are taking or a medical condition you may have. Products containing hidden drugs are also sometimes fal Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:23:42 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dietary-supplements http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/drugs Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:20:00 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/drugs 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. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:06:02 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/whole-genome-sequencing-cracking-genetic-code-foodborne-illness http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/whats-name-what-every-consumer-should-know-about-foods-and-flavors Is flavor labeling on food packages misleading? FDA helps ensure that it isn't. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:59:26 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/whats-name-what-every-consumer-should-know-about-foods-and-flavors http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/beware-illegally-marketed-diabetes-treatments Consumers with diabetes risk serious health complications by choosing illegally marketed diabetes products, which also may be dangerous in and of themselves. Learn about the unapproved products flooding the marketplace and what FDA is doing to counter diabetes products that violate federal law. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:17:05 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/beware-illegally-marketed-diabetes-treatments http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dont-double-acetaminophen More than 600 medications, both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC), contain the active ingredient acetaminophen to help relieve pain and reduce fever. Taken carefully and correctly, these medicines can be safe and effective. But taking too much acetaminophen can lead to severe liver damage. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:06:37 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dont-double-acetaminophen http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/braces-have-changed-metal-tooth-colored-clear FDA answers your questions about braces and how they've changed. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:52:07 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/braces-have-changed-metal-tooth-colored-clear http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/5-things-know-about-triclosan Triclosan is an ingredient added to many consumer products to help reduce or prevent bacterial contamination. Are there benefits? Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:43:10 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/5-things-know-about-triclosan http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/my-dog-or-cat-healthy-weight-important-questions-ask-vet Just as obesity has become a serious problem in people, it's also a growing problem in pets, one that can seriously harm your pet's health. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:37:55 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/my-dog-or-cat-healthy-weight-important-questions-ask-vet http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/keep-your-dogs-and-cats-safe-holiday-hazards From tinsel to table scraps, holiday hazards for pets abound. Here are some tips to help you keep them safe. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:00:04 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/keep-your-dogs-and-cats-safe-holiday-hazards 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, 16 Nov 2023 11:25:53 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/childrens-health http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/medical-devices Consumer articles about medical devices. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:25:01 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/medical-devices http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/combating-antibiotic-resistance Misuse and overuse of antibiotics have contributed to antibiotic resistance, a phenomenon that reduces or eliminates the effectiveness of antibiotics Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:24:15 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/combating-antibiotic-resistance http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safely-soothing-teething-pain-and-sensory-needs-babies-and-older-children Soothing children's gums with prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications, homeopathic remedies or teething jewelry can be dangerous. Consider these safer alternatives. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:20:04 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safely-soothing-teething-pain-and-sensory-needs-babies-and-older-children http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/seasonal-allergies-which-medication-right-you The FDA regulates many products that treat allergies or offer allergy relief. But which will work for you depends on your particular symptoms. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 13:56:06 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/seasonal-allergies-which-medication-right-you http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-some-cosmetics-promising-too-much FDA continues to warn companies when they make drug claims about cosmetic products that have not been approved by the agency. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 12:52:35 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/are-some-cosmetics-promising-too-much 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. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:51:46 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/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. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 15:19:49 EST FDA http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/barbecue-basics-tips-prevent-foodborne-illness