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Learn what FDA oversight of tampons means for you and how to use them safely.

Sun safety is always in season. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter the weather. The FDA continues to evaluate sunscreen products to ensure that their active ingredients are safe and effective.

Your infant’s sensitive skin is vulnerable to serious burns. But sunscreen isn’t the answer. Infants are at greater risk than adults of sunscreen side effects, such as a rash. The FDA recommends keeping newborns and babies younger than 6 months out of direct sunlight.

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Braces have evolved and now alternatives in both look and materials are available. Here are some answers to common questions about braces.

Decorative contact lenses, also called colored or costume contact lenses, are not cosmetics or over-the-counter merchandise. They are medical devices regulated by the FDA, and you need a prescription to avoid eye injury. Before buying these lenses, here's what to know.

Are all bodybuilding products safe to use? The FDA says no and explains why.

How can you tell if an online pharmacy is operating legally? The FDA’s BeSafeRx site can help you identify and avoid dangerous online pharmacies. The FDA has tips for buying medicines online safely.

Unfortunately, when faced with a serious health issue, even the most rational person can be led to believe implausible Alzheimer cure claims.

The FDA has received an increasing number of reports of pets accidentally overdosing on Apoquel Chewable (oclacitinib chewable tablets), a flavored chewable medicine approved only for dogs.

Many teens underestimate how easy it is to become addicted to nicotine. This raises concerns because young people are at greatest risk of nicotine addiction because their brains are still developing. Find out how you can help.

La dentición es una fase normal de la infancia que no necesita “curarse” con medicamentos recetados o de venta libre. La FDA advierte a los padres que los productos que contienen benzocaína no son seguros para tratar la dentición en los niños. Hay alternativas no tóxicas más seguras.

Anyone can save a life during an opioid overdose with naloxone, a front-line defense in the opioid crisis. Naloxone is a life-saving drug that quickly reverses the powerful effects of opioids. FDA is working to give more people access to naloxone.

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There isn’t sufficient evidence to show that OTC antibacterial soaps are better at preventing illness than washing with plain soap and water. Washing your hands is easy, and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs.

As we age, physical changes can affect the way our body handles medications and how medicines work, which can lead to complications. Even if your medications have worked well for you over the years, they might need to be adjusted or changed later in life. Here are some important safety tips.

Tobacco comes in many forms, from cigars and cigarettes to smokeless tobacco and dissolvable nicotine products. FDA works to reduce the use of these products, and the harm that they cause. To learn more read these Consumer Updates.

From medical X-ray scanners used to see inside the body to surgical lasers used for cosmetic purposes or to improve eyesight, FDA ensures the safety and effectiveness of a wide range or products that emit radiation. To learn more, read these Consumer Updates.

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Pan Pepin Inc. of Bayamón, Puerto Rico is recalling certain lots of Para Bien Al Grano because the product contain sesame.

Bayamón, Puerto Rico - Pan Pepín Inc., con sede en Bayamón, Puerto Rico, está retirando voluntariamente del mercado ciertos lotes del producto Para Bien Al Grano debido a que contiene sésamo (ajonjolí), un alérgeno que no fue declarado en su etiqueta.

Oliva LLC of Bethlehem, CT is recalling approximately 250 units of Riad’s Oliva to Go Baba Ghanouj, Spicy Baba Ghanouj, and Hummus, because it may contain undeclared sesame. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if th

THOMASVILLE, GA., October 2, 2026 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is recalling Nature’s Own® Hawaiian Bread, 20 oz. and 40 oz. bags, due to undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Deano’s Pasta of Somerville, MA is recalling approximately 20 lbs. of Pear and Pecorino Triangoli Ravioli, because it may contain undeclared Lobster. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Crustacean Shellfish (Lobster) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if th

GF Blends is recalling Truly AIP All Purpose Flour and Bread Mix and EAT G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. Flat Bread Pizza Mix listed below due to potential undeclared wheat gluten. People who have celiac disease or a severe gluten intolerance run the risk of adverse health effects or allergic reactions if they con

Saratoga Potato Chips of Fort Wayne, IN, is recalling two Best if USED BY codes of 7.75-ounce packages of J. HIGGS Loaded Bacon and Cheddar Potato Chips because they may contain undeclared soy allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threateni

Whole Foods Market of Austin, TX is recalling Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme cheese because the product contains egg lysozyme, an egg white protein, which is not declared on the product label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of a serious or life-threateni

September 4, 2026 Orlando, FL– FreshPoint of Orlando, FL., is issuing a voluntary recall of 1,093 units of specific lots of Cranberry Chicken Salad Wedge sandwiches due to an improperly declared allergen (eggs). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or lif

Crystal Temptations of North Arlington, NJ is recalling Halloween Chocolatey Eyeballs because they contain undeclared MILK allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Jaime’s Foods ATX of Austin, TEXAS is recalling Jaime’s Spanish Village Jalapeno Ranch because it contains undeclared eggs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Las Vegas, NV – August 24, 2026 – The Better Bakehouse Snack Company is recalling certain lots of Donutful Chocolate Dipped Vanilla Cake Donuts because the product may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening aller

Prince Bakery of Bronx, New York is recalling Prince brand Sesame Italian Bread, Large Italian Bread, Large Sesame French Bread, Long Sesame French Bread and Pan de Manteca Spanish Style Bread because they may contain undeclared sesame or milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to s

L-Nutra of Culver City, California is recalling Prolon brand Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread because it contains undeclared cashew, pistachio, and hazelnut. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashew, pistachio, and/or hazelnut run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic react

August 14, 2026, Exotique Foods Inc in Ontario, Canada is recalling Momchipz Veggie Chips Broccoli Florets & Cauliflower because it may contain undeclared wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume

Laval, Quebec Frankie's Organic is recalling 94 cases of Frankie’s Organic Plant-Based Vegan Cheddar Puffs because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

August 5, 2026 — Sun Noodle of Honolulu, Hawaii is voluntarily recalling 134 packages (15.4oz) of Sura Tanmen Hot and Sour Flavor Premium Japanese Noodles & Soup Base, because the product may contain undeclared fish allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish run the risk of a

Blank Slate Creamery of Ann Arbor, MI is recalling its 4.5 oz. packaged VEGAN NON-DAIRY FROZEN DESSERT COCONUT FUDGE SANDWICHES, because it may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consu

ARLINGTON, VA – JULY 31, 2026 – Lidl US is expanding its July 24, 2026 recall of Eridanous Shortbread Cookies to include all units with a foreign language ingredients and nutrition facts panel for the following products:

529 Commerce, LLC of Parkland, Florida is recalling 3,860 units of its 4oz and 12 oz packages of its Rooted in Rare brand Aquafaba Powder because the product may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reac

ARLINGTON, VA – OCTOBER 16, 2026 – Lidl US is recalling one lot of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato with Coffee Sauce & Cookie Pieces 16 FL OZ (1 PT) UPC 4 0564897 22458 Lot: 085261 Best By MAR/26/2028 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which ca

WORCESTER, NY, October 15, 2026 - Family Farmstead Dairy of Worcester, NY is recalling specific lot of cheddar cheese because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy ad

Pan Pepin Inc. of Bayamón, Puerto Rico is recalling certain lots of Para Bien Al Grano because the product contain sesame.

Bayamón, Puerto Rico - Pan Pepín Inc., con sede en Bayamón, Puerto Rico, está retirando voluntariamente del mercado ciertos lotes del producto Para Bien Al Grano debido a que contiene sésamo (ajonjolí), un alérgeno que no fue declarado en su etiqueta.

Oliva LLC of Bethlehem, CT is recalling approximately 250 units of Riad’s Oliva to Go Baba Ghanouj, Spicy Baba Ghanouj, and Hummus, because it may contain undeclared sesame. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if th

Krasnyi Oktyabr Inc. of Brooklyn, New York, is voluntarily recalling Starfish Seafood Trio – Cold Smoked Salmon, Halibut, and Trout, 8 oz (227 g) packages, because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal in

Krasnyi Oktyabr Inc. of Brooklyn, New York, is voluntarily recalling STARFISH SEAFOOD PREMIUM COLD SMOKED NORWEGIAN SALMON SLICED (227g/8oz) packages, because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infecti

October 8, 2026, Gardeners Basics of Spanish Fork, Utah, is recalling one-pound bags of broccoli sprouting seeds because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened i

Arden, NC – October 7th 2026 – Eden Brothers LLC is recalling Calabrese Broccoli Seeds in Packet, 1 Ounce and 1 Pound sizes (Eden Brothers lots 1022067 and 1022068; supplier lot W4105) because we were informed by our supplier that they may be contaminated with Salmonella.

October 2, 2026, Stewart’s Shops Corp. of Saratoga Springs, NY is recalling two flavors, Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry, of half-gallon ice cream due to the potential presence of metal.

October 2nd, 2026 - EAK Distribution of Casper, WY is recalling HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz, Heirloom, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly

October 02, 2026. Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., San Carlos, Chile expands its previously initiated recalls on July 3, 2026 and September 3,2026 recall of frozen organic IQF blueberries and berry blends to include additional lots of Great Value frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend 10 OZ, Great Value

THOMASVILLE, GA., October 2, 2026 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is recalling Nature’s Own® Hawaiian Bread, 20 oz. and 40 oz. bags, due to undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume this product.

October 1, 2026 - WinCo Foods of Boise, ID is recalling the following Salsa Bean Dip Trays due to the inclusion of ecalled peperoncini from G.L. Mezzetta.

Gias Foods of New York, NY is recalling all lot codes of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people,

Cincinnati, Ohio October 1, 2026. Saint Francis Apizza LLC is issuing a voluntary recall on their frozen pizzas for misbranding due to the soy allergen not being declared on the label. The frozen pizzas were sold in ‘Pepperoni,’ ‘Plain Cheese,’ ‘Supreme,’ and ‘Mushroom and Onion’ varieties.

Sierra Nevada Cheese Company of Willows, California, is voluntarily recalling all Graziers Raw Milk Cheese currently in the market because due to potential contamination with Escherichia coli O26:H11 (E. coli O26:H11).

For generations, families have trusted Mezzetta products on their tables. We take that trust seriously, which is why we want to share what we know about a voluntary recall involving a specific lot of Mezzetta GOLDEN GREEK PEPERONCINI MEDIUM HEAT, 32-ounce, and the actions that we are taking.

Deano’s Pasta of Somerville, MA is recalling approximately 20 lbs. of Pear and Pecorino Triangoli Ravioli, because it may contain undeclared Lobster. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Crustacean Shellfish (Lobster) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if th

Galil Importing Corp of Hauppauge, New York is recalling Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood lead levels may be t

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today announced the Rare Disease Framework Initiative to reimagine the development of drugs and biologics for rare diseases.

FDA Approves First Treatment for Certain People With BCG-Unresponsive Bladder Cancer 

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced a request for information (RFI) describing approaches the agency is considering for the design of early-phase clinical trials of ibogaine drug products and seeking public input on those approaches.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the Autus Size-Adjustable Valve, a surgically implanted pulmonary heart valve for pediatric patients with congenital pulmonary valve disease.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced a broad, nationwide recruitment effort to expand the range of qualified voices and perspectives on its advisory committees— the independent bodies that inform some of the most consequential decisions in American public health.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida and the Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice today announced federal charges against Swapnadip Roy, 33, and Vicky Ramancha, 37, both Indian nationals.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Emcitate (tiratricol) tablets for oral suspension to treat peripheral thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone levels in the blood that causes symptoms, such as rapid heart rate, increased blood pressure and adverse effects on metabolism) in patient

FDA is carefully reviewing its experience implementing the Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) rule, as well as recent judicial developments, including a federal lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas challenging the current regulatory framework.

A U.S. Food and Drug Administration investigation resulted in a federal court order, dated Sept. 21, 2026, stopping a warehouse operator from distributing FDA-regulated products including food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics until it fixes its operations to meet federal legal requirements.

The FDA today issued a direct final rule that updates its regulations to clarify that non-animal methods can be used where appropriate for testing the safety of drugs and biological products intended for human use before they’re tried in humans.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Fayuvi (rebisufligene etisparvovec-hopf), the first treatment for pediatric patients with mucopolysaccharidosis type IIIA (MPS IIIA), also known as Sanfilippo syndrome type A.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the final design of the Expedited Investigational New Drug (IND) Pilot.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced it is taking action, consistent with the Trump administration’s commitment to protecting vulnerable patients and maintaining access to critical medical products, to help address a potential supply gap of neonatal starter parenteral nutrition (PN)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded treatment options for adult patients with advanced breast cancer, reflecting the FDA’s commitment to advancing medical innovation and getting new treatments to patients who need them.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zanvastro (zilganersen) injection for the treatment of Alexander disease in pediatric and adult patients.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Capstar (nitenpyram) tablets and revised the EUA for Nitenpyram Tablets, the generic version of Capstar

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced a request for information (RFI) to gather public input on opportunities to advance the development of botanical drug products.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Mimrylo (rusfertide), a new treatment for adults with polycythemia vera, a rare blood disorder that causes the body to make too many red blood cells.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lisraya (brepocitinib) tablets for the treatment of dermatomyositis in adults.

FDA issues Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Bimectin (ivermectin) injection for the prevention of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis) in cattle when administered within 24 hours of birth, at the time of castration, or at the appearance of a wound.