Cervical cancer is largely preventable and, if detected early, curable. The key to prevention is vaccination, and the key to early detection comes down to two tests.…

Increasingly, FDA has used whole genome sequencing to support investigations of foodborne illness outbreaks. Industry is also starting to use whole genome sequencing to monitor food manufacturing for bacteria and take steps to prevent potential outbreaks.…

Heartworm disease can be fatal to pets, but it is also preventable. Learn more about the dangers of heartworm disease and the importance of year-round prevention.…

Tobacco use is a major threat to public health and smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States. A new rule has extended the FDA's regulatory authority to all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, all cigars, hookah, and pipe tobacco. Learn how this rule affects you and how the FDA is preventing youth from using tobacco products and protecting the public health.…

Eating raw dough or batter could make you sick. Whether you're baking at home, making flour-based 'play' clay, or eating at a restaurant that offers the kids raw dough to play with until the food comes, do not eat it. And make sure your kids don't, either.…