VA Secretary Doug Collins addresses Veterans benefits rumors in latest video
VA Secretary Doug Collins released a video from his office today addressing misinformation circulating about Veterans' benefits and VA health care.
Day: February 20, 2025
Kedake Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame, Soy, Wheat, Yellow No. 5, Yellow No. 6, and Red No. 6 in Botana Mix Snacks
KEDAKE, INC. of Houston, TX is recalling it’s 2 lb packages of Las Ollas Botana Mix Snacks because they may contain undeclared Sesame, Soy, Wheat, Y…
Watch Out for False Promises About So-Called Alzheimer’s Cures
Unfortunately, when faced with a serious health issue, even the most rational person can be led to believe implausible Alzheimer cure claims.
Flour Is a Raw Food and Other Safety Facts
Eating raw (uncooked) flour, dough or batter could make you sick. Most flour is raw and is not treated to kill germs. Never eat or…
Keep Your Dogs and Cats Safe From Holiday Hazards
From tinsel to table scraps, holiday hazards for pets abound. Here are some tips to help you keep them safe.
Beware of Illegally Marketed Diabetes Treatments, Fraudulent Pharmacies
Consumers with diabetes risk serious health complications by choosing illegally marketed diabetes products, which also may be dangerous in and of themselves. Learn about the…
Have You Given Blood Lately?
The FDA works to ensure the safety of millions of units of blood and blood components donated in the U.S. each year. Learn how the FDA helps safeguard…
Veteran feeling positive after heart surgery
Army Veteran Larry Scales had his first heart attack in 1999. After his third heart attack he sought help at the Michael E. DeBakey VA.
Infant Formula: Safety Do’s and Don’ts
The FDA advises parents and caregivers to not make or feed homemade infant formula to infants. Homemade infant formula recipes have not been evaluated by…