02/28/2023
Don't be Misled by "Latex Free" Claims
FDA recommends manufacturers stop using "latex-free" label because all products contain some natural rubber latex proteins.…
01/04/2023
Older Therapies Aren’t Necessarily Better for Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Millions of people have thyroid glands that don’t make enough thyroid hormone to meet their body’s needs. Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is the most common reason some people need thyroid hormone replacement. Today, there are modern, synthetic (laboratory-made) medications approved by the FDA.…
10/27/2022
Black Licorice: Trick or Treat?
Black licorice is an old fashioned treat that can be harmful if you eat too much. If you're 40 or older, eating 2 ounces of black licorice a day for two weeks could cause an irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia).…
07/28/2022
How Gene Therapy Can Cure or Treat Diseases
Scientists have worked for decades on ways to modify or replace genes to treat, cure, or prevent illness. Advancements in science technology are changing the way we define disease, develop drugs, and prescribe treatments. The FDA has approved gene therapies for cancer, rare diseases.…
06/02/2022
Mixing Medications and Dietary Supplements Can Endanger Your Health
Dietary supplements may contain ingredients that can have strong effects in the body. Talk with a health care professional before taking supplements.…
