FDA Consumer Health Information http://www.fda.gov en-us Fri, 08 May 2009 14:44:00 GMT michael.ermarth@fda.hhs.gov (Michael Ermarth) Side effects in children prompt additional warnings on testosterone gel products for adults. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:44:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/testosterone050809.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/testosterone050809.html What are whole grains and how much should you eat? Wed, 06 May 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/wholegrains050609.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/wholegrains050609.html FDA is warning consumers to stop using Hydroxycut products because of serious health risks. One death due to liver failure has been reported to the agency. Fri, 01 May 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/hydroxycut050109.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/hydroxycut050109.html A look at some of the recent safety alerts on medical products. Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:12:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/medwatch043009.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/medwatch043009.html Strategies for treating seasonal allergies. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:03:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/allergies042909.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/allergies042909.html On April 26, 2009, FDA and CDC recommended that consumers not eat raw alfalfa sprouts until further notice because the product has been linked to Salmonella contamination. Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:50:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/alfalfa042809.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/alfalfa042809.html Clinical trials test potential treatments in human volunteers to see whether they should be approved for wider use in the general population. A treatment could be a drug, medical device, or biologic, such as a vaccine, blood product, or gene therapy. Thu, 15 Apr 2009 14:55:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/clinicaltrials041409.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/clinicaltrials041409.html On April 9, 2009, Amalgamated Produce, Inc. announced that it is voluntarily recalling certain brands of sprouts due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a foodborne pathogen that can cause serious illness and death. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 23:58:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/sprouts040909.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/sprouts040909.html On April 6, 2009, Setton Pistachio, Terra Bella, Calif., expanded its recall of pistachio products. Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/pistachios033109.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/pistachios033109.html This article (with slide show) reveals how mobile labs help FDA test food and drugs for contaminants. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:57:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/mobilelabs0309.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/mobilelabs0309.html Take a slide show tour and see how FDA's mobile labs are protecting your health. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:57:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/mobilelabs_slide01.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/mobilelabs_slide01.html FDA has expanded the number of tainted weight loss products listed in a consumer alert. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:59:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/weightloss_pills122908.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/weightloss_pills122908.html Insulin pens should not be used on multiple patients. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:28:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/insulin_pens032509.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/insulin_pens032509.html FDA has issued recent safety alerts on these medical products. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:58:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/medwatch032309.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/medwatch032309.html Consumers should not eat certain cheese products distributed by Peregrina Cheese Corporation. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:27:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/cheesewarning0309.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/cheesewarning0309.html February 28, 2009 is World Rare Disease Day—an important time for bringing attention to the needs of people with rare diseases. Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:34:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/oda020808.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/oda020808.html How to use pain relief medicine safely and effectively. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:54:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/painmeds022309.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/painmeds022309.html Medical X-rays are an important tool, but they pose a small risk from radiation. Here’s how you can reduce the risk. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:06:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/xrays021909.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/xrays021909.html FDA recently issued a public health advisory about the dangers of skin numbing products, also known as topical anesthetics. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:42:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/skin_numbing021209.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/skin_numbing021209.html Here are some of the noteworthy generic drug approvals of 2008. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 20:59:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/generics020209.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/generics020209.html Visit FDA's Web page on Salmonella Typhimurium for the latest product recalls and advice for consumers. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:22:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/peanutbutter012309.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/peanutbutter012309.html FDA is working to ensure that allergens in food are clearly and accurately labeled. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:22:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/foodallergies012209.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/foodallergies012209.html After considering public comments, FDA has issued final guidance on its approach to regulating genetically engineered animals. Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:13:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/ge_animals011509.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/ge_animals011509.html Here's a look at the benefits and risks of antidepressants, medications that act on naturally-occurring brain chemicals. Fri, 09 Jan 2009 20:43:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/antidepressants010909.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/antidepressants010909.html FDA has alerted consumers not to buy or use more than 25 weight-loss products. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:19:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/weightloss_pills122908.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/weightloss_pills122908.html FDA continues to caution consumers about feeding dogs chicken jerky products. Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:09:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/jerky122408.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/jerky122408.html Consumers should not eat this product because it may contain Clostridium botulinum toxin. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:45:00 GMT http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/botulism_risk121608.html http://www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/botulism_risk121608.html