07/26/2021
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Get the Facts
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) devices only considered safe and effective for certain conditions. The FDA recommends you use a HBOT device under the care of a doctor and in a hospital or facility that has hyperbaric accreditation.…
07/14/2021
Grapefruit Juice and Some Drugs Don't Mix
Grapefruit juice and grapefruit can affect the way your medicines work, and that food and drug interaction can cause problems. The severity of the interaction can be different depending on the person, the drug, and the amount of grapefruit juice you drink.…
06/22/2021
4 Medication Safety Tips for Older Adults
The older you get, the more likely you are to use additional medicines, which can increase the chance of harmful interactions. So, consider these safety tips (and share them with your loved ones) when taking prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, herbal preparations, and supplements.…
06/15/2021
Men With Breast Cancer Need More Treatment Options and Access to Genetic Counseling
All men with breast cancer should be referred for genetic counseling. The FDA encourages men to be included in breast cancer clinical trials.…
04/19/2021
Pet Turtles: Cute But Commonly Contaminated with Salmonella
FDA warns about the risk of illness from pet turtles.…
