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.

Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs.

The effects of menopause can make a woman’s daily life much harder, and therapies approved by the FDA can help. But too many women might not use these treatments to lessen their menopause symptoms because of the risks associated with these drugs described in the drug labels’ boxed warnings.

From blood to vaccines, FDA protects and advances the public health by ensuring that biological products are safe, effective, and available to those who need them. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more.

The growing spread of rumors, misinformation and disinformation about science, medicine, and the FDA, is putting patients and consumers at risk. FDA is here to provide the facts.

Timely articles and multimedia content about food and food-safety.

Many ads on social media and "healthy" websites claim their products can cure cancer. They cannot.

Just as FDA reviews drugs for humans for safety and effectiveness before they can go on the market, the agency does the same for treatments for animals. Learn how FDA brings new oncology treatments to market and questions to ask your vet about your dog's cancer diagnosis.

FDA strongly advises against the use of cannabidiol (CBD), tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), and marijuana in any form during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

The Nutrition Facts Label on food packaging is an important and easy way to get essential information to help you make healthy food choices. These FDA Consumer Updates are also a great resource for more nutrition facts, and other helpful information about the food you eat.

Consumer articles from FDA about animal health and veterinary medicine.

Consumer articles about cosmetics.

Consumer articles about medical devices.

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

Kids aren't just small adults. From diet and nutrition to their reactions to medicine, their bodies are unique. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more.

Got questions about the foods, drugs and other issues involving your pet? FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) may be able to answer them. Read these seven frequently asked questions, and CVM's answers.

From tinsel to table scraps, holiday hazards for pets abound. Here are some tips to help you keep them safe.

Sugarless gum may contain xylitol, a class of sweetener known as sugar alcohol. Xylitol is present in many products and foods for human use, but can have devastating effects on your pet.

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.

If you're thinking about microneedling to make your skin look better, know the benefits and risks associated with microneedling devices. Check out the FDA's safety tips.

April 3, 2026 Wawa, of Media PA, is recalling its 16 oz pints of Wawa Iced Tea Lemon, Wawa Iced Tea Diet Lemon, Wawa Diet Lemonade and Wawa Fruit Punch produced by the Wawa Beverage Company for sale in a limited number of Wawa stores located in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virgin

Mechanicsburg, PA — April 2, 2026 Karns Foods is voluntarily recalling its approximate 8-ounce packages of "Mini Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cups" because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they cons

Schreiber Foods, Inc of Green Bay, WI is voluntarily recalling 144 Cases of Honey Almond Cream Cheese Spread, because it may contain undeclared almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this prod

March 27, 2026 — Middletown, CT — Blueroot Health of Middletown, Connecticut is voluntarily recalling two lots of Vital Nutrients Aller-C dietary supplements due to the potential to contain undeclared egg, hazelnut, and soy. People who have allergies and/or severe sensitivity to egg, hazelnut, and s

Mama Grande Tortilla Factory of Mission, Texas is recalling Gorditas de Azucar and Doraditas de Azucar because they may contain undeclared wheat and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume th

Lidl US is recalling all lots of their Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs - German-Style Nougat 3.52 oz box UPC 20304492 due to undeclared hazelnut allergen. People who have allergies to hazelnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.

SAVANNAH, GA 2-27-2026 – Savannah Bee Company is recalling their HONEY BBQ SAUCE- MUSTARD, 16FL OZ B1L1360525 Best Before 05/16/27 UPC 8 50033 93758 9 due undeclared wheat and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic r

Commerce, CA – Koikoi Trading Inc. is recalling certain lots of FU ZHOU FISH BALL products in multiple pack sizes (200g, 400g, and 5LB) because the products may contain undeclared allergens: wheat and sesame. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat and/or sesame run the risk of a s

January 12, 2026, VH Foods Inc. DBA Outside The Breadbox of Colorado Springs, CO is recalling its 8 ounce packages of "Bread Crumbs" because they may contain undeclared egg and milk

Karison Foods & Snacks Inc of Port Washington, NY 11050 is recalling 12 oz containers of ‘PANJIRI’, ‘ALSI PINNI’, ‘PUNJABI PINNI’, ‘BESAN LADDOO’, and ‘NO SUGAR ADDED BESAN LADDOO’ due to undeclared milk allergen

Gregory’s Foods, Inc. of Eagan, MN is recalling its 2-pound 8.5-ounce packages of "Bag Full of Cookies" White Chocolate Macadamia Nut frozen cookie dough because some units may contain undeclared Peanut. Frozen Monster Cookie Dough, which contains Peanut, may be packaged in a bag that is labeled as

Newway Import Inc., located in La Puente, CA 91744, is recalling “Preserved Mustard in Soybean Oil” (Brand: Cai Hua Xiang) because the product may contain undeclared wheat.

Troemner Farm of Atlantic Mine, MI is recalling Troemner Family Farm branded 6 oz and 12 oz Pfeffernusse Cookies, because it may contain undeclared milk, wheat, and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, wheat, or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic react

Silvestri Sweets Inc. of Geneva, IL is expanding its voluntarily recalling its 5-ounce bags of Choceur branded Holiday Barks because they may contain undeclared allergens.

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Food and Standards Division (DCP) is warning the public that Willy Pete’s Chocolate Company LLC of Harwinton is recalling their Almond Despair chocolate bar due to undeclared almonds in the label’s ingredient statement. The ingredient statement inco

Atwater’s of Baltimore, MD, is recalling 197 cookie tins because they contain cookies made with almond, pecan, and walnut allergens. Individuals with an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts, almonds, pecans, or walnuts are at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consu

December 20, 2025, Fran’s Chocolates, Ltd. of Seattle, WA is recalling 112 units of Fran’s Pure Bar Almondmilk Chocolate 46% Madagascar Plant-Based, net wt. 1.1oz, because it contains undeclared hazelnut. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to hazelnut run the risk of serious or life-th

PlantBased Innovations, of Leominster, MA, is recalling Higher Harvest by H-E-B Dairy-Free Coconut Yogurt, Strawberry flavor because the product may contain undeclared almond. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if

A.S.K. Foods, LLC of Palmyra, PA is recalling select 32 oz. containers of Publix Rice & Pigeon Peas because it contains undeclared soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

December 10, 2025 – The James Skinner LLC is conducting a voluntary recall of a single lot of Publix Maple Walnut Coffee Cake as the wrong ingredient label was applied to the packaging on certain units. Product was packaged in cases with Maple Walnut Coffee Cake labels but then inadvertently indiv

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Date – Ferndale, Michigan. Nalpac is voluntarily recalling DTF Sexual Chocolate it purchased and resold. The products have been found to contain sildenafil and tadalafil.

Liquid Blenz Corp of Rockville Center, NY is recalling all codes of Good Brain Tonic because of Botulism potential. Botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning and can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Diffic

April 3, 2026 Wawa, of Media PA, is recalling its 16 oz pints of Wawa Iced Tea Lemon, Wawa Iced Tea Diet Lemon, Wawa Diet Lemonade and Wawa Fruit Punch produced by the Wawa Beverage Company for sale in a limited number of Wawa stores located in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virgin

Mechanicsburg, PA — April 2, 2026 Karns Foods is voluntarily recalling its approximate 8-ounce packages of "Mini Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cups" because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they cons

The FDA has issued an Advisory without batch numbers or expiration dates. At the request of the FDA, RAW FARM is issuing a Voluntary Recall of the batches of cheese below and any batches produced prior to these dates.

Tops Friendly Markets of Williamsville, NY is recalling all codes of Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic and Garland Peeled Garlic because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum due to the product being kept at insufficient temperatures. Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium w

Schreiber Foods, Inc of Green Bay, WI is voluntarily recalling 144 Cases of Honey Almond Cream Cheese Spread, because it may contain undeclared almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this prod

March 27, 2026 — Middletown, CT — Blueroot Health of Middletown, Connecticut is voluntarily recalling two lots of Vital Nutrients Aller-C dietary supplements due to the potential to contain undeclared egg, hazelnut, and soy. People who have allergies and/or severe sensitivity to egg, hazelnut, and s

Falcon Trading Company, Inc. of Royal Oaks CA is recalling the three items listed below. Because these items are sold in bulk, the lot numbers can be mixed in the sales bin. Therefore, we are recalling all lot numbers of the following items:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 19, 2026– West Sacramento, CA, Gear Isle is voluntarily recalling the following products to the consumer level. The products have been found to contain undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredients, sildenafil and tadalafil.

Mama Grande Tortilla Factory of Mission, Texas is recalling Gorditas de Azucar and Doraditas de Azucar because they may contain undeclared wheat and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume th

March 14, 2026- Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC of Tampa, FL is voluntarily recalling Boner Bear Honey, Red Bull Extreme and Blue Bull Extreme. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Boner Bear Honey, contains sildenafil and tadalafil and Red Bull Extreme and Blue Bull Extreme contains si

Lidl US is recalling all lots of their Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs - German-Style Nougat 3.52 oz box UPC 20304492 due to undeclared hazelnut allergen. People who have allergies to hazelnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.

Plano, Texas – March 3, 2026 – Frito-Lay is recalling select 8 oz. bags of Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips that could include jalapeño-flavored potato chips and therefore may contain undeclared milk. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-t

SAVANNAH, GA 2-27-2026 – Savannah Bee Company is recalling their HONEY BBQ SAUCE- MUSTARD, 16FL OZ B1L1360525 Best Before 05/16/27 UPC 8 50033 93758 9 due undeclared wheat and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat or soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic r

February 27 2026 — Albuquerque, New Mexico, Primal Supplements Group LLC is voluntarily recalling all orders of Primal Herbs Volume placed between July 2 and September 19, 2025, because FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that Primal Herbs Volume contains sildenafil not listed on the product label.

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- USALESS.COM is recalling its RHINO CHOCO VIP
10X, in 10 gr, 12 pc packages that come in a black cardboard box marked with UPC Code 724087947668 on the back and with an expiration date of 10/2027 stamped on the back. The product is sold in retail stores a

Cottonwood Heights, Utah (February 26, 2026) Go Raw LLC is expanding its February 17, 2026, voluntary recall of a freeze-dried product to add two lots of select Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe frozen products due to potentially low levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1). The two lots of Quest Cat Food Chick

02/252026-McKinney, Texas, Lockout Supplements is voluntarily recalling all lots of Boner Bears Chocolate Syrup. This product has been found to contain sildenafil not listed on the product label.

February 24, 2026-Elite Treats, LLC. of Boca Raton, FL, is recalling a single lot of "Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs" 6-ounce bags because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. The product is packaged in a 6-ounce black and gold bag marked on the back side with lot number 24045 and an expirat

FDA is taking an initial step to advance treatment options for men’s health by encouraging sponsors of approved testosterone replacement therapy products to contact FDA for information if they are interested in pursuing a potential new indication for low libido in men with idiopathic hypogonadism.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued a draft guidance for sponsors seeking approval of human gene therapy products involving genome editing technologies.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has reminded more than 2,200 medical product companies and researchers of the requirements to submit certain clinical trial results information to ClinicalTrials.gov.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Foundayo (orforglipron) marking the fifth approval under the Commissioner's National Priority Voucher (CNPV) pilot program.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Kresladi (marnetegragene autotemcel), the first gene therapy for the treatment of severe Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Type I (LAD-I).

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Avlayah (tividenofusp alfa-eknm) to treat certain individuals with Hunter syndrome (Mucopolysaccharidosis type II or MPS II).

As part of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s continuous quality improvement efforts, the agency today published a Federal Register Notice seeking public comment on the Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher pilot program.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved a new higher dose (7.2 mg) of Wegovy (semaglutide) injection for weight loss and long-term maintenance of weight loss for certain adult patients.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued draft guidance intended to help drug developers validate new approach methodologies (NAMs) to be used instead of animal testing in drug development, and to bring safe, effective drugs to market sooner based on human-centric data.

FDA launched a new unified platform for analyzing adverse event reports. This platform — called the FDA Adverse Event Monitoring System (AEMS) — represents a major achievement in the agency’s mission to modernize and provide radical transparency into the safety of regulated products.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved expanded use of Wellcovorin (leucovorin calcium) tablets for the treatment of cerebral folate deficiency in adult and pediatric patients who have a confirmed variant in the folate receptor 1 gene (CFD-FOLR1).

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced another major step in its initiative to streamline the development of biosimilar medicines, which are like “generic” versions of biologic drugs.

FDA held a meeting with several states to discuss the section 804 importation program (SIP), which allows states and Indian tribes to import certain prescription drugs from Canada to significantly reduce the cost of these drugs to the American consumer.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved teclistamab in combination with daratumumab hyaluronidase-fihj, Tec-Dara, to treat adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have received at least one prior line of therapy.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking public comment on potential new standards for in-home opioid disposal products.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the issuance of 30 warning letters to telehealth companies for making false or misleading claims regarding compounded GLP-1 products offered on their websites.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued an approval for the lung cancer drug Hernexeos (zongertinib) as a part of the new Commissioner's National Priority Voucher (CNPV) pilot program.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued draft guidance for sponsors seeking approval for targeted individualized therapies by generating substantial evidence of effectiveness and safety when randomized controlled trials are not feasible due to small patient populations.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved drug labeling changes to six menopausal hormone therapy products, also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), to clarify risk considerations for these drugs.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a first-of-its-kind device for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer.