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Published on February 8, 2019 - 07:37 GMT

Cuatro consejos para preparar un almuerzo saludable y sin estrés que su hijo puede llevar en la lonchera

English ¿No sabe qué poner en la lonchera de su hijo? Deje de preocuparse y aprenda a disfrutar planificando los almuerzos. Si su hijo es un deportista que necesita calorías adicionales para jugar un partido al salir de la escuela, o es un adolescente que …

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Published on January 5, 2019 - 11:05 GMT

Children's Health

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Published on January 5, 2019 - 10:20 GMT

Vaccines, Blood & Biologics

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Published on December 20, 2018 - 15:30 GMT

Safely Soothing Teething Pain and Sensory Needs in Babies and Older Children

Consider treating teething pain by rubbing your infants’ gums with a clean finger or with a teething ring made of firm rubber (not frozen). Read this article and watch the videos to learn more. Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Teething is normal …

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Published on December 14, 2018 - 14:35 GMT

To Eat or Not to Eat: Decorative Products on Foods Can Be Unsafe

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Your soon-to-be 6-year-old wants you to bake an elaborate birthday cake in the shape of a fairy-tale castle, complete with rainbows, unicorns, and a princess for her party. You’ve found a cake-decoration video …

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Published on December 12, 2018 - 17:52 GMT

Spilling the Beans: How Much Caffeine is Too Much?

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Do you drink just one cup of coffee or tea first thing in the morning, hoping the caffeine in it will jump-start your day? Do you follow it up with a caffeinated beverage or two and then drink several more cups of …

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Published on November 27, 2018 - 14:29 GMT

When to Give Kids Medicine for Coughs and Colds

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Although most colds in children don’t cause serious complications, they can cause anxiety in parents and caregivers. And colds are among the top reasons children visit a doctor. Both non-prescription (over-the- …

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Published on November 8, 2018 - 14:14 GMT

Manage Your Asthma: Know Your Triggers and Treatment Options

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes the airways to become inflamed and narrow. Symptoms of an asthma attack can include coughing, wheezing (a whistling sound when you breathe), chest tightness, and …

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Published on October 25, 2018 - 20:05 GMT

Nutrition Facts Label Reboot: A Tale of Two Labels

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information The Nutrition Facts label that you may read when buying packaged foods or preparing a meal has undergone a makeover. It’s been updated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reflect updated scientific …

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Published on September 10, 2018 - 17:13 GMT

"My Medicines" ... This Brochure Can be a Lifesaver

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Español Can carrying around a brochure help save your life? Yes, if it's the “My Medicines” brochure offered by FDA’s Office of Women's Health (OWH). It’s designed to help consumers track the medications …

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Published on July 10, 2018 - 20:27 GMT

7 Tips for Cleaning Fruits, Vegetables

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Español Federal health officials estimate that nearly 48 million people are sickened by food contaminated with harmful germs each year, and some of the causes might surprise you. Although most people know animal …

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Published on June 28, 2018 - 13:13 GMT

The Facts on Tampons—and How to Use Them Safely

Tampons—shown within an applicator on the left and outside of an applicator on the right—are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as medical devices. Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information If you use tampons during your period (also …

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Published on June 7, 2018 - 14:37 GMT

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

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information The bad news: Heartworm disease can be fatal to dogs, cats, and ferrets. The good news: You can protect your pet from this disease. “It’s a preventable disease, which is why it’s so frustrating as a practitioner …

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Published on May 11, 2018 - 17:44 GMT

'Gluten-Free' Means What It Says

This gluten-free banana bread was made with almond flour instead of regular flour. Plain nuts are also a gluten-free option. Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Español In August 2013, the Food and Drug Administration issued a final rule that …

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Published on May 7, 2018 - 13:38 GMT

How Many Calories? Keep an Eye on the Menu

See examples of what the menu labeling may look like on Flickr. Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Did you know that food and beverages consumed away from home contribute a lot of calories to our diets — as much as one-third of a person’s daily …

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Published on May 1, 2018 - 15:53 GMT

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

Do you vape? Protect children. Keep them away from e-liquids. As e-cigarettes (also called “vapes”) have become more popular, more children are being accidentally exposed to nicotine-containing e-liquids—which can cause injury and even death. If you’re an …

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Published on April 19, 2018 - 11:00 GMT

Injectable Skin Lightening and Skin Bleaching Products May Be Unsafe

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Consumers need to beware of products to lighten or whiten their complexion. These products, which include both injectable skin whitening and skin bleaching products, are potentially unsafe and ineffective, and …

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Published on February 14, 2018 - 23:11 GMT

Traumatic Brain Injury: FDA Actions and Research

Traumatic brain injury, which includes concussions, can happen in a variety of situations. And everyone is at risk, especially children and older adults. Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information A car accident. A football tackle. An unfortunate fall. …

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Published on January 25, 2018 - 13:41 GMT

How to Buy Medicines Safely From an Online Pharmacy

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information Ever been tempted to buy your medicines from an online pharmacy or another website? Protect yourself and your family by using caution when buying medicine online. There are many pharmacy websites that operate …

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Published on January 10, 2018 - 12:53 GMT

It's Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot

Subscribe: FDA Consumer Health Information En Español Haven’t had your flu shot yet? It’s not too late. And there are still good reasons to get one. Flu — more formally known as influenza — is a serious viral disease that can lead to hospitalization and …

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