08/14/2025
Understanding FDA Terms for Possible New Therapies to Prevent and Treat Diseases
The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety and effectiveness of drugs, biologics and medical devices. Sometimes, the FDA allows the emergency use of medical products not yet approved. Here’s what some of those terms used to describe potential treatments mean.…
08/06/2025
Safely Using Hand Sanitizer
You can help stop the spread of infectious diseases by washing your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds every time. If soap and water are not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers can be used if they contain at least 60% alcohol and are used properly.…
07/29/2025
Products Containing 7-OH Can Cause Serious Harm
The FDA recommends that consumers avoid 7-OH products, including foods, dietary supplements and those claiming to treat an ailment or disorder. 7-OH is not approved as a drug by the FDA.…
06/11/2025
FDA 101: Product Recalls
Recalls are typically voluntary actions taken by a company to remove or correct products on the market that violate U.S. Food and Drug Administration laws and regulations. Recalls may be initiated proactively by a company, at FDA request, or ordered under statutory authority.…
05/14/2025
Dietary Supplements
Dietary supplements are regulated by the FDA as food, not as drugs. However, many dietary supplements contain ingredients that have strong biological effects which may conflict with a medicine you are taking or a medical condition you may have. Products containing hidden drugs are also sometimes fal…
