02/10/2025
Focusing on Contact Lens Safety
In addition to offering flexibility and convenience, contacts help correct a variety of vision disorders. But contact lenses also present potential risks. See these safety basics, including information on proper hygiene and proper practices for cleaning, disinfecting, and storing your lenses.…
02/07/2025
Think Before You Ink: Tattoo Safety
More people are getting tattoos and permanent makeup, and some have developed infections from contaminated inks, or had bad reactions to the inks. Get the facts before making a permanent decision.…
02/07/2025
Outsmarting Poison Ivy and Other Poisonous Plants
Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are a hazard year-round. Here are tips for preventing and treating the itchy rash and blisters.…
02/05/2025
Is It Really 'FDA Approved'?
The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by regulating human drugs and biological products, animal drugs, medical devices, tobacco products, food (including animal food), cosmetics, and electronic products that emit radiation.…
02/05/2025
Drugs
Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs.…
