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Health NewsCommon Blood Pressure Rx Recalled
Some irbesartan products recalled due to possible cancer-causing impurity
Health NewsAt-Home Genetic Testing: What You Need to Know
FDA issues warning about direct-to-consumer genetic tests
Health NewsNew Flu Rx Gets Green Light
FDA approves Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil) to treat flu
Health NewsPolio-Like Condition Reported in US
Everything you need to know about acute flaccid myelitis
Health NewsPreventing Lead Exposure in Kids
Lead exposure in children can come from various sources
Health NewsScrub-a-Dub-Dub Those Hands
Hand-washing takes the spotlight on Global Handwashing Day
Health NewsTwo New Ways to Prevent Migraines
FDA approves Ajovy and Emgality to prevent migraines
Health NewsDespite Progress, SIDS Is Still a Concern
SIDS is the leading cause of death in infants younger than 1
Health NewsUsing Pen Needles Safely
FDA issues recommendations on the safe use of pen needles to inject medicine
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Health NewsPreventing Infection During Cancer Treatment
Preventive steps to avoid infection while receiving chemotherapy
Health NewsAfter the Storm: How to Stay Safe
How to stay safe and healthy after a hurricane
Health NewsA Million Hearts Saved
Million Hearts initiative seeks to prevent 1 million heart attacks
Health NewsFDA Takes on Illegal Online Opioid Markets
FDA issues warnings to 21 websites selling unapproved opioids
Health NewsCheck Your Medicine: Children’s Advil Recall
Nationwide recall issued for one lot of Children’s Advil Suspension
Health NewsFDA Warns About Liquid Nitrogen Food Products
FDA warns against consuming foods prepared with liquid nitrogen
Health NewsFalse Measles Outbreak Report Raises Concerns
Measles outbreak report was false, but staying safe remains important
Health NewsFirst Generic EpiPen Approved
Generic epinephrine products approved to treat severe allergic reactions
Health NewsZika Update
What you need to know about protecting yourself from Zika
Health NewsAvoiding Bacteria in Lakes, Rivers and Oceans
Here's what you need to know to avoid swimming-related illnesses
Health NewsSome EpiPen Expiration Dates Extended
FDA extends EpiPen expiration dates to help with shortage
Health NewsWildfires and Your Health
How to stay safe and healthy during wildfires
Health NewsFlu Season Is Coming: Are You Ready?
Everything you need to know about flu season
Health NewsEating Like an Athlete
What athletes can eat for peak performance
Health NewsHow to Handle Bites and Stings
Steps to prevent and treat summertime bites and stings