Many teens underestimate how easy it is to become addicted to nicotine. This raises concerns because young people are at greatest risk of nicotine addiction because their brains are still developing. Find out how you can help.
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If you're thinking about microneedling to make your skin look better, know the benefits and risks associated with microneedling devices. Check out the FDA's safety tips.
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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.
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Tobacco comes in many forms, from cigars and cigarettes to smokeless tobacco and dissolvable nicotine products. FDA works to reduce the use of these products, and the harm that they cause. To learn more read these Consumer Updates.
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Nicotine pouches can be dangerous to children if they use, touch, chew on, or eat them. These small fiber pouches, which contain nicotine that is chemically synthesized or derived from the tobacco leaf, can cause nicotine poisoning. Keep these products away from kids.
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Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
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Consumer articles about medical devices.
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From blood to vaccines, FDA protects and advances the public health by ensuring that biological products are safe, effective, and available to those who need them. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more.
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The FDA recommends that consumers avoid 7-OH products, including foods, dietary supplements and those claiming to treat an ailment or disorder. 7-OH is not approved as a drug by the FDA.
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The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of drugs, biologics and medical devices. Sometimes, the FDA allows the emergency use of medical products not yet approved. Here’s what some of those terms used to describe potential treatments mean.
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You can help stop the spread of infectious diseases by washing your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds every time. If soap and water are not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers can be used if they contain at least 60% alcohol and are used properly.
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Recalls are typically voluntary actions taken by a company to remove or correct products on the market that violate U.S. Food and Drug Administration laws and regulations. Recalls may be initiated proactively by a company, at FDA request, or ordered under statutory authority.
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