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17-10-2018

Pest categorisation of Thecaphora solani

Published on: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0200 The Panel on Plant Health performed a pest categorisation of the fungus Thecaphora solani, the causal agent of smut of potato, for the EU. The identity of the pest is well established and reliable methods exist for its detection and identification. T. solaniis present in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru and Venezuela. The pathogen is not known to occur in the EU and is listed in Annex IAI of Directive 2000/29/EC, meaning its introducti...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

10-10-2018

BSN SPORTS recalls Rubber Critter Toys

The paint on the toys contained levels of lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead is toxic to children even at low exposure levels. Children can ingest harmful amounts of lead when they chew or suck items containing lead.

Health Canada

28-9-2018

EpiPen and EpiPen Jr auto-injectors may stick in their carrier tube

Pfizer Canada has advised Health Canada that, in a very small number of cases, some EpiPen (0.3 mg) and EpiPen Jr (0.15 mg) auto-injector devices may not slide out of their carrier tube easily, or at all. This could delay or prevent emergency treatment, possibly leading to patient disability or death.

Health Canada

18-9-2018

Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on the FDA’s ongoing efforts to prevent foodborne outbreaks of <i>Cyclospora</i>

he safety of the American food supply is one of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s highest priorities. A key part of our work in this space focuses on implementing the principles and measures of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The actions directed by FSMA are designed to prevent foodborne illness and food safety problems from happening.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-9-2018

Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on launch of ‘The Real Cost’ Youth E-Cigarette Prevention Campaign amid evidence of sharply rising use among kids

Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on launch of ‘The Real Cost’ Youth E-Cigarette Prevention Campaign amid evidence of sharply rising use among kids.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-9-2018

FDA launches new, comprehensive campaign to warn kids about the dangers of e-cigarette use as part of agency’s Youth Tobacco Prevention Plan, amid evidence of sharply rising use among kids

FDA launched new, comprehensive campaign to warn kids about the dangers of e-cigarette use as part of agency’s Youth Tobacco Prevention Plan, amid evidence of sharply rising use among kids.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

11-9-2018

Novel foods: a risk profile for the house cricket (Acheta domesticus)

Published on: Tue, 28 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0200 Novel foods could represent a sustainable alternative to traditional farming and conventional foodstuffs. Starting in 2018, Regulation (EU) 2283/2015 entered into force, laying down provisions for the approval of novel foods in Europe, including insects. This Approved Regulation establishes the requirements that enable Food Business Operators to bring new foods into the EU market, while ensuring high levels of food safety for European consumers. The present ...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

29-8-2018

Scientific Opinion on the state of the art of Toxicokinetic/Toxicodynamic (TKTD) effect models for regulatory risk assessment of pesticides for aquatic organisms

Published on: Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0200 Following a request from EFSA, the Panel on Plant Protection Products and their Residues (PPR) developed an opinion on the state of the art of Toxicokinetic/Toxicodynamic (TKTD) models and their use in prospective environmental risk assessment (ERA) for pesticides and aquatic organisms. TKTD models are species‐ and compound‐specific and can be used to predict (sub)lethal effects of pesticides under untested (time‐variable) exposure conditions. Three differen...

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Publications

16-8-2018

Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on advancing the science and regulation of live microbiome-based products used to prevent, treat, or cure diseases in humans

FDA announces workshop on advancing the science and regulation of live microbiome-based products used to prevent, treat, or cure diseases in humans.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

16-8-2018

Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on significant public health value and cost savings resulting from the agency’s youth smoking prevention campaign

A cost-effectiveness analysis of the FDA’s “The Real Cost” youth smoking prevention campaign shows it has resulted in savings of more than $31 billion for youth, their families and society at large.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

10-8-2018

FDA approves new vaginal ring for one year of birth control

FDA approved Annovera (segesterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol vaginal system), a combined hormonal contraceptive for women of reproductive age used to prevent pregnancy and is the first vaginal ring contraceptive that can be used for an entire year.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

10-8-2018

FDA allows marketing of first direct-to-consumer app for contraceptive use to prevent pregnancy

The app uses basal body temperature readings to predict when a woman is most fertile to help her avoid conceiving on those days if using as a form of contraception

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

3-8-2018

Zithromax, Zmax (azithromycin): FDA Warning - Increased Risk of Cancer Relapse With Long-Term Use After Donor Stem Cell Transplant

The antibiotic Zithromax, Zmax (azithromycin) should not be given long-term to prevent a certain inflammatory lung condition in patients with cancers of the blood or lymph nodes who undergo a donor stem cell transplant. Results of a clinical trial found an increased rate of relapse in cancers affecting the blood and lymph nodes, including death, in these patients.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

25-7-2018

Kraft Heinz Voluntarily Recalls Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip Distributed to Retailers

As a precaution, approximately 7,000 cases of Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip are being voluntarily recalled because the affected product is showing signs of product separation which can lead to a potential health hazard. This could create conditions that could allow for the growth of Clostridium botulinum (C. botulinum), a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

24-7-2018

Orphan designation: Itraconazole, for the: Prevention of invasive aspergillosis

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

24-7-2018

Orphan designation: Equine immunoglobulin F(ab')2 fragments targeting Shiga toxin, for the: Prevention of haemolytic uraemic syndrome

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

18-7-2018

FDA Approves NexGard for prevention of infections that cause Lyme disease in dogs

FDA has approved NexGard (afoxolaner), a chewable tablet administered once monthly to dogs, for the prevention of Borrelia burgdorferi (B. burgdorferi) infections by killing Black-legged ticks (Ixodes scapularis), which carry the bacterium.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-7-2018

FDA Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Sandiego Infections Linked to Hy-Vee Spring Pasta Salad

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local partners, is investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Sandiego illnesses linked to Spring Pasta Salad sold at Hy-Vee locations in Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-7-2018

&quot;Anti-pollution&quot; masks: not enough data to demonstrate a health benefit and justify recommending their use

In a context where prevention of ambient air pollution is a real public health issue, questions are regularly asked about the value of recommending that the population wear personal protective equipment. This led ANSES to assess the potential health benefits of wearing "anti-pollution" masks. Its expert appraisal revealed a lack of data demonstrating a health benefit. To reduce the health impacts associated with ambient air pollution, the Agency reiterates the importance of prioritising action at the sou...

France - Agence Nationale du Médicament Vétérinaire

12-7-2018

Statement by FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on formation of a new drug shortages task force and FDA’s efforts to advance long-term solutions to prevent shortages

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on new drug shortages task force and work towards long-term solutions to prevent shortages

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

11-7-2018

African swine fever: EFSA assesses measures to prevent spread

African swine fever: EFSA assesses measures to prevent spread

Europe - EFSA - European Food Safety Authority Press Releases & News Stories

10-7-2018

Preventieve HIV-remmers (PrEP) worden verstrekt voor een periode van vijf jaar

PrEP wordt binnen een onderzoekssetting voor een periode van vijf jaar verstrekt aan de hoogrisicogroep van mannen die seks hebben met mannen (MSM). Dat heeft minister Bruno Bruins (Medische Zorg) vandaag bekend gemaakt. Op basis van schattingen van het RIVM zullen ongeveer 6500 mannen hiervan gebruik gaan maken en kunnen hiermee  250 hiv-infecties per jaar worden voorkomen. Voor gebruikers gaat een eigen bijdrage gelden van maximaal 25%, dat komt overeen met ongeveer 12 euro per maand. Ook wordt hen gev...

Netherlands - Ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport

6-7-2018

Expanded Recall: Peg Perego Canada Inc. recalls Various Book Strollers

Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has determined that these strollers do not meet the Carriages and Strollers Regulations in Canada. Specifically, the strollers do not meet the latching system requirements for folding strollers as they do not have a safety device independent of the latching device to prevent folding.

Health Canada

28-6-2018

Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on developments in the romaine outbreak investigation, recent outbreaks and the use of modern tools to advance food safety

Being able to identify outbreaks is key to being able to take quick action to prevent additional illnesses and find the source of the contamination. In recent years, the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have advanced new tools that make it easier and faster to identify outbreaks of human illness and to link them back to the food source that is the culprit responsible for the illnesses. But our improved ability to spot outbreaks has also caused some to question whether we are e...

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

28-6-2018

Orphan designation: (S)-{8-Fluoro-2-2[4-(3-methoxyphenyl)-1-piperazinyl]-3-[2-methoxy-5-(trifluoromethyl)-phenyl]-3, 4-dihydro-4-quinazolinyl} acetic acid&#160;(letermovir), for the: Prevention of cytomegalovirus disease in patients with impaired cell-m

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

26-6-2018

Blokhuis: 1 miljoen euro voor Caribisch Preventie- en Sportakkoord

Voor Caribisch Nederland is er met ingang van 2019 jaarlijks zo’n 1 miljoen euro extra beschikbaar om roken, overgewicht en problematisch alcoholgebruik tegen te gaan en gezond eten, bewegen en sporten te bevorderen. Dat heeft staatssecretaris Paul Blokhuis (VWS) bekend gemaakt bij zijn bezoeken aan Saba en Sint Eustatius.

Netherlands - Ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport

21-6-2018

Staatssecretaris Blokhuis naar Caribisch gebied over zorg en preventie

Staatssecretaris Paul Blokhuis (VWS) bezoekt vanaf donderdag 21 juni tot en met woensdag 27 juni 2018 een serie zorginstellingen op de bovenwindse eilanden Saba en Sint Eustatius. Alle gezondheidszorg, ouderenzorg en jeugdzorg in Caribisch Nederland vallen onder de verantwoordelijkheid van de staatssecretaris van VWS.

Netherlands - Ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport

16-6-2018

FDA Investigates Multistate Outbreak of Cyclospora illnesses linked to Del Monte Vegetable Trays

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local officials have been investigating a cluster of cyclosporiasis illnesses associated with recalled Del Monte vegetable trays from Kwik Trip/Kwik Star locations in the United States.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

15-6-2018

FDA Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka Infections Likely Linked to Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Cereal

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka illnesses that may be linked to Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

14-6-2018

FDA Releases FSMA Draft Guidance on the Supply-Chain Program Preventive Control for Animal Food

FDA issued draft guidance to help animal food facilities needing a supply-chain program meet those requirements under the Current Good Manufacturing Practice, Hazard Analysis, and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Food for Animals rule.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

13-6-2018

Orphan designation: humanised fusion protein consisting of extracellular domain of CD24 linked to IgG1 Fc domain, for the: Prevention of graft-versus-host disease

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

9-6-2018

FDA Investigating Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Adelaide Infections Linked to Pre-Cut Melons

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Adelaide illnesses that may be linked to cut melons.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

7-6-2018

Prevent Heartworms in Dogs, Cats, and Ferrets Year-Round

Heartworm disease can be fatal to pets, but it is also preventable. Learn more about the dangers of heartworm disease and the importance of year-round prevention.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

6-6-2018

FDA seeks permanent injunction against company selling unapproved hand sanitizers that claim to prevent infections from numerous pathogens

FDA seeks permanent injunction against company selling unapproved hand sanitizers that claim to prevent infections from numerous pathogens

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

6-6-2018

National Network for the Monitoring and Prevention of Occupational Diseases: new data published on cancers of occupational origin

At the 35th French occupational medicine and health congress (CNMST) held in Marseille from 5 to 8 June 2018, ANSES presented for the very first time data on cancers of occupational origin collected by the National Network for Monitoring and Prevention of Occupational Diseases (RNV3P) coordinated by the Agency. These data are used to build up a comprehensive picture of the cancers associated with occupational exposure situations, in order toidentify the industry sectors and situations most at risk, with ...

France - Agence Nationale du Médicament Vétérinaire

29-5-2018

Allergan Issues Nationwide Voluntary Recall of TAYTULLA® Softgel Capsules 1mg/20mcg Sample Packs Due to Out of Sequence Capsules

Allergan plc (NYSE:AGN) today issued a voluntary recall in the US market of one lot (Lot# 5620706, Expiry May-2019) of TAYTULLA® (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol capsules and ferrous fumarate capsules) 1mg/20mcg, 6x28 physicians sample pack, indicated for use by women to prevent pregnancy. Allergan recently identified, through a physician report, that four placebo capsules were placed out of order in a sample pack of TAYTULLA. Specifically, the first four days of therapy had four non-hormonal...

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

24-5-2018

Ticks and Lyme Disease: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Lyme disease is on the rise. How can you prevent it? What are the symptoms, and what should you do if you think you or your pet have it?

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

23-5-2018

The FDA is Seeking Input on the Evaluation of Approaches to Demonstrate Effectiveness of Heartworm Preventatives for Dogs

FDA’s CVM is evaluating the design of studies intended to support the standard of effectiveness for new animal drugs to prevent heartworm disease in dogs. The FDA is requesting public input on evaluating these products to assist in the potential development of alternative study designs.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-5-2018

FDA approves novel preventive treatment for migraine

FDA approves Aimovig for the preventive treatment of migraine. Aimovig works by blocking the activity of a molecule that is involved in migraine attacks.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

17-5-2018

Orphan designation: Recombinant modified ricin toxin A-chain subunit, for the: Prevention of ricin poisoning

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

10-5-2018

FDA warns more companies to stop misleading kids with e-liquids that resemble kid-friendly foods as part of Youth Tobacco Prevention Plan

FDA warns more companies to stop misleading kids with e-liquids that resemble kid-friendly foods as part of Youth Tobacco Prevention Plan

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

1-5-2018

Do You Vape? See These Tips on How to Keep E-Liquids Away from Children

Accidentally touching or drinking e-liquids can be dangerous and even deadly for young children. So it’s important to handle and store these products carefully, to teach children to stay away from these products, and to be prepared for emergencies. Consider these tips.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-3-2018

Medical Devices Safety Update Volume 6, Number 2, March 2018

Preventable alarm issues; Review into cochlear implants; NHS cylinder alert; recent safety alerts

Therapeutic Goods Administration - Australia

14-3-2018

Is It a Cold or the Flu? Prevention, Symptoms, Treatments

How to tell if you have a cold or the flu, and when to seek medical care.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

14-2-2018

Traumatic Brain Injury: FDA Actions and Research

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen to anyone. And these types of injuries, which include concussions, contribute to a substantial number of emergency room visits (and even deaths) each year. Learn more about TBI, and the FDA's related research and regulatory activities.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

9-1-2018

Adding Folic Acid to Corn Masa Flour May Prevent Birth Defects

When consumed by women before and during pregnancy, folic acid, a B vitamin, may help prevent neural tube defects (NTDs).

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

19-12-2017

What Is Gene Therapy? How Does It Work?

Gene therapy is the process of replacing defective genes with healthy ones, adding new genes to help the body fight or treat disease, or deactivating problem genes. It holds the promise to transform medicine and create options for patients who are living with difficult, and even incurable, diseases. Learn how this innovative therapy works.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

9-10-2018

#FDA is closely tracking #Michael and has activated its Emergency Operations Center to support federal and state efforts in GA, FL, and AL. Additionally, we are taking steps to prevent any potential drug shortages and will share more over the coming days

#FDA is closely tracking #Michael and has activated its Emergency Operations Center to support federal and state efforts in GA, FL, and AL. Additionally, we are taking steps to prevent any potential drug shortages and will share more over the coming days #HurricaneMichael

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

9-10-2018

#ICYMI - FDA issues recommendations to help prevent surgical fires and related patient injury. Click the link to read the recommendations: https://go.usa.gov/xQdwG  #FirePreventionWeek #MedicalDevice

#ICYMI - FDA issues recommendations to help prevent surgical fires and related patient injury. Click the link to read the recommendations: https://go.usa.gov/xQdwG  #FirePreventionWeek #MedicalDevice

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-9-2018

As part of FDA’s ongoing efforts to reduce the enormous public health burden of tobacco use, the agency is unveiling a new e-cigarette prevention campaign aimed at educating youth about the potential dangers and health impacts caused by e-cigarette use. h

As part of FDA’s ongoing efforts to reduce the enormous public health burden of tobacco use, the agency is unveiling a new e-cigarette prevention campaign aimed at educating youth about the potential dangers and health impacts caused by e-cigarette use. https://cards.twitter.com/cards/2m2m96/68507 …

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

17-9-2018

The #FDAInnovationChallenge to develop medical devices for #opioid addiction will provide those selected with the opportunity to work directly with the agency to accelerate the development and review of their device proposals to prevent and treat opioid u

The #FDAInnovationChallenge to develop medical devices for #opioid addiction will provide those selected with the opportunity to work directly with the agency to accelerate the development and review of their device proposals to prevent and treat opioid use disorder. #FDA

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

17-9-2018

Scientific guideline: Concept paper on the need for revision of the guideline on the investigation of medicinal products in the term and preterm neonate - Revision 1, draft: consultation open

The Guideline on the investigation of medicinal products in the term and preterm neonates was prepared during the period from 2007 to 2009 and came into effect in 2010 (EMEA/536810/2008). Considerable experience of assessing PIP applications covering neonatal age subset has been gained since then and it has become apparent that some essential questions arise repeatedly during the assessment of Paediatric Investigation Plans (PIP) applications for products intended to be investigated and used in neonates....

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

10-8-2018

Vyaire Medical, Inc. Recalls AirLife Resuscitation Devices Due to Manufacturing Error Preventing Oxygen Delivery https://go.usa.gov/xUHgr  #fda #medicaldevice

Vyaire Medical, Inc. Recalls AirLife Resuscitation Devices Due to Manufacturing Error Preventing Oxygen Delivery https://go.usa.gov/xUHgr  #fda #medicaldevice

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

10-8-2018

FDA allows marketing of first direct-to-consumer app for contraceptive use to prevent pregnancy https://go.usa.gov/xUHC6 

FDA allows marketing of first direct-to-consumer app for contraceptive use to prevent pregnancy https://go.usa.gov/xUHC6 

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

8-8-2018

The FDA’s Fresh Empire campaign illustrates tobacco prevention messages to multicultural youth in a novel and attention-grabbing way. Watch the new ad encouraging teens to live tobacco free: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iBAMnU96UY …

The FDA’s Fresh Empire campaign illustrates tobacco prevention messages to multicultural youth in a novel and attention-grabbing way. Watch the new ad encouraging teens to live tobacco free: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iBAMnU96UY …

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

27-7-2018

Scientific guideline: Draft guideline on data requirements for veterinary medicinal products for the prevention of transmission of vector- borne diseases in dogs and cats, draft: consultation open

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

22-7-2018

Even when Essure is no longer sold, the #FDA will remain vigilant in protecting patients who’ve already had this device implanted. We’ll continue to monitor adverse events and publicly communicate any new safety findings on this - and any other device. ht

Even when Essure is no longer sold, the #FDA will remain vigilant in protecting patients who’ve already had this device implanted. We’ll continue to monitor adverse events and publicly communicate any new safety findings on this - and any other device. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-07-20/bayer-to-stop-selling-contraceptive-implant-after-threats-by-fda …

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

18-7-2018

#ICYMI - According to @PAPATIENTSAFETY June 2018 report, the number of reported surgical fires has decreased since 2011. Read more about preventing surgical fires here: https://go.usa.gov/xU5zs  #FDA #MedicalDevice

#ICYMI - According to @PAPATIENTSAFETY June 2018 report, the number of reported surgical fires has decreased since 2011. Read more about preventing surgical fires here: https://go.usa.gov/xU5zs  #FDA #MedicalDevice

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

9-7-2018

Scientific guideline: Concept paper on the need to develop a reflection paper on development of medicinal products to prevent and treat acute kidney injury, draft: consultation open

The concept paper will include discussion of and recommendations for the requirements for evaluation and development of medicinal products for the prevention and/or treatment of acute kidney injury (AKI) and its long-term complications. Relevant topics for discussion include patient populations, endpoints, study methodology, and study duration.

Europe - EMA - European Medicines Agency

29-6-2018

High doses of MDMA can lead to a spike in body temperature that can result in heart failure or even death. https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/mdma-ecstasymolly … #DrugFacts #FridayFactspic.twitter.com/tPDHYkvW43

High doses of MDMA can lead to a spike in body temperature that can result in heart failure or even death. https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/mdma-ecstasymolly … #DrugFacts #FridayFacts pic.twitter.com/tPDHYkvW43

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

5-6-2018

#DYK The misuse of prescription drugs means taking a medication in a manner or dose other than prescribed; taking someone else’s prescription, even if for a legitimate medical complaint such as pain; or taking a medication to feel euphoria. #FDAInnovation

#DYK The misuse of prescription drugs means taking a medication in a manner or dose other than prescribed; taking someone else’s prescription, even if for a legitimate medical complaint such as pain; or taking a medication to feel euphoria. #FDAInnovationChallenge pic.twitter.com/QI0mrJactV

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

30-5-2018

#FDAInnovationChallenge to develop medical devices for #opioid addiction will provide those selected with the opportunity to work directly with the agency to accelerate the development & review of their device proposals to prevent and treat opioid use dis

#FDAInnovationChallenge to develop medical devices for #opioid addiction will provide those selected with the opportunity to work directly with the agency to accelerate the development & review of their device proposals to prevent and treat opioid use disorder. #FDA MedicalDevice

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

29-5-2018

FDA issues recommendations to help prevent surgical fires and related patient injury- https://go.usa.gov/xQdwG  #MedicalDevice #Safety

FDA issues recommendations to help prevent surgical fires and related patient injury- https://go.usa.gov/xQdwG  #MedicalDevice #Safety

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration

25-5-2018

Skin cancer is the most preventable type of cancer. Avoiding sunburn and overexposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays is key: https://survivorship.cancer.gov/springboard/wellness/sun-safety … #dontfrydaypic.twitter.com/1vzXm28tQC

Skin cancer is the most preventable type of cancer. Avoiding sunburn and overexposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays is key: https://survivorship.cancer.gov/springboard/wellness/sun-safety … #dontfryday pic.twitter.com/1vzXm28tQC

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration