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The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) answers consumers' most commonly asked questions about Web sites that are selling drugs, medical devices, biological products, foods, dietary supplements or... Details >
Consumers can play an important public health role by reporting adverse reactions or other problems with products the FDA regulates. Find answers to questions about reporting a problem.... Details >
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating, usually causing death if it's not treated within minutes. This document offers information that m... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
This guide offers clear, simple tips, as well as several diagrams, for taking aerosol medications that can help ease your breathing and improve your quality of life. ... Details >
This document overviews Assistive technology (AT), an item that supports a child’s ability to participate actively in his or her home, childcare program, school, or other community settings. Learn abo... Details >
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are placed in public and/or private places where large numbers of people gather or where people who are at high risk for heart attacks live. Information on AED... Details >
To prevent injuries from used needles, syringes and other sharps, use this map to find safe needle disposal solutions in your state. ... Details >
Certain medical devices, including pacemakers may be affected by Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and the electromagnetic fields produced by anti-theft systems and metal detectors. Read about the... Details >
Find information about hearing aids, including getting a medical evaluation by an audiologist, available styles, special features, costs and health insurance.... Details >
This guide provides a series of questions and answers related to ventilators, also known as respirators, including brand comparison and other additional resources for the consumer.... Details >
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