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Halloween Eye Safety
Halloween is all about fun — complete with cool costumes, mountains of candy, haunted houses and trick-or-treating. So don't let potential eye dangers get in the way of all the Halloween thrills.
Halloween Safety During COVID-19
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many are wondering how to stay clear of COVID-19 and celebrate the holidays safely, starting with Halloween.
Hidden Drugs in 'Brain-Boosting' Supplements
A quick look at any store's supplement section will turn up plenty of supplements claiming to boost your brain power. But new research found that these supplements may contain unapproved drugs that could pose health risks.
FDA: Do Not Use 'Black Salve'
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about certain salves and creams.
FDA Issues Warning About 'Benadryl Challenge'
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety warning for a common allergy medicine.
What Comes After COVID-19?
For many people who get COVID-19, symptoms end within a couple of weeks. But for others, post-COVID-19 symptoms may stick around for weeks or months.
Websites Selling Opioids Get FDA Warning
Several website operators recently received warning letters from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The reason? They were illegally selling opioids online.
Approved: Saliva-Based COVID-19 Test
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for a saliva test for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 infection.
FDA Expands List of Dangerous Hand Sanitizers
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to find issues with certain hand sanitizer products.
Naloxone and Opioid Overdose
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a drug safety communication for opioids and medications used to treat opioid use disorder.