03/04/2024
Pulse Oximeters and Oxygen Concentrators: What to Know About At-Home Oxygen Therapy
Giving yourself too much or too little oxygen can be dangerous. If you are using a pulse oximeter to monitor your oxygen levels and think they are low, see a doctor. You should not use an oxygen concentrator at home unless it has been prescribed by a health care provider.…
03/04/2024
What to Know About Breast Implants
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates breast implants as medical devices. Get the latest information to help you make an informed decision about whether to use breast implants.…
03/04/2024
Taking Z-drugs for Insomnia? Know the Risks
If you’re lying awake night after night, unable to sleep, you may want to talk to your health care professional about it. They may prescribe insomnia medicines approved by the FDA. Sometimes known as “Z-drugs,” they might help you get a good night’s sleep. But as with any medicine, there are risks.…
03/01/2024
Vaccination Is the Best Protection Against Measles
Measles is not a harmless childhood disease. It's dangerous and can be life-threatening. Our most effective public health measure against measles is prevention with a measles vaccine. Vaccines approved by the FDA for the prevention of measles are proven both safe and effective.…
02/21/2024
Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC): A "Cool" Trend that Lacks Evidence, Poses Risks
A growing number of wellness centers, spas, and sports rehabilitation centers are promoting whole body cryotherapy (WBC) as an effective way to treat chronic pain and a host of other medical conditions, and help you lose weight. However, the FDA has not cleared or approved any WBC machines for any m…
