VOL. 32 NO. 3May-June 1998

Features

Irradiation: A Safe Measure for Safer Food
A measured dose of radiation can kill bacteria on or in food before it is shipped to stores, protecting consumers from potentially deadly food poisoning. And, no, it won't make your dinner glow in the dark.

Heading Off Migraine Pain
Migraine sufferers can beat the pain if they avoid triggers, heed early warning symptoms, and, with the help of a health professional, find effective drug treatment, including the first nonprescription drug for migraines, recently approved by FDA.

Alzheimer's: Few Clues on the Mysteries of Memory
The causes and cure for Alzheimer's are still unknown. But FDA is making it easier for caregivers to learn the latest about this frightening and fatal disease.

Mono: Tough for Teens and Twenty-Somethings
It's not the end of the world, but the "kissing disease" can certainly put your life on hold.

Departments

Updates

The latest information on FDA-related issues, gathered from FDA Press Releases, Talk Papers, and other sources.

fda.gov

Places of interest on FDA's Website and other government and health-related sites.

Investigators' Reports

Selected cases illustrating regulatory and administrative actions--such as inspections, recalls, seizures, and court proceedings--by FDA's regional and district offices across the country

Summaries of Court Actions

Cases involving seizure, criminal and injunction proceedings.