VOL. 34 NO. 1January-February 2000
Experimental Treatments: Unapproved but Not Always Unavailable
Under an FDA program, patients with life-threatening diseases such as AIDS or cancer can receive promising "investigational" drugs before they are approved for general use.
The Healing Power of Placebos
The mind is a powerful thing, as proven by the number of patients whose conditions improve when given only a "dummy" pill as treatment.
Are Bioengineered Foods Safe?
Found in products ranging from spaghetti sauce to soft drinks, bioengineered food ingredients are becoming more and more prominent. In an interview with FDA Consumer, the agency's commissioner says that products on the market have passed FDA review and are safe.
Buying Drugs Online: It's Convenient and Private, but Beware of 'Rogue Sites'
Though the Internet can be a good place to buy prescription drugs and other health needs, consumers should watch out for illegal sites that sidestep traditional patient protections.
Joint Program Pools Food Research Resources
In suburban Washington, D.C., FDA and the University of Maryland are working together to improve food science and to educate nutrition and regulatory professionals.
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