02/20/2025
Flour Is a Raw Food and Other Safety Facts
Eating raw (uncooked) flour, dough or batter could make you sick. Most flour is raw and is not treated to kill germs. Never eat or taste raw flour, dough or batter.…
02/20/2025
Have You Given Blood Lately?
The FDA works to ensure the safety of millions of units of blood and blood components donated in the U.S. each year. Learn how the FDA helps safeguard the blood supply and how you can donate blood.…
02/19/2025
Fluorouracil and Pet Safety
Fluorouracil, used to treat a variety of conditions, is deadly if ingested by your pet. Store this common medication where pets cannot access it.…
02/19/2025
5 Medication Safety Tips for Older Adults
As we age, physical changes can affect the way our body handles medications and how medicines work, which can lead to complications. Even if your medications have worked well for you over the years, they might need to be adjusted or changed later in life. Here are some important safety tips.…
02/19/2025
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.…
