Microneedling Devices: Getting to the Point on Benefits, Risks and Safety
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.
How AEDs in Public Places Can Restart Hearts
If cardiac arrest does occur, rapid treatment with a medical device called an automated external defibrillator (AED) can be life-saving.
Should Your Child Participate in a Clinical Trial?
Clinical trials give us important information about the safety and effectiveness of a treatment. Before deciding whether your child should join a clinical trial, learn as much as you can, including the risks and benefits.
Want to Quit Smoking? FDA-Approved and FDA-Cleared Cessation Products Can Help
Smoking cessation products approved or cleared by the FDA are shown to help people quit smoking and can even double your chance of quitting successfully.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Biden-Harris Administration Invests Up to $400 Million to Address Drought, Conserve Water through Production of Water-Saving Commodities
WASHINGTON, August 9, 2024 – On August 1, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it will invest $400 million with at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while also conserving water across the West. The funding is expected to conserve up to 50,000 acre-feet in water use across 250,000 acres of irrigated land in production, while expanding and creating new, sustainable market opportunities.
Biden-Harris Administration Partners with Rural Utility to Bring Affordable Clean Energy to Rural Americans as Part of Investing in America Agenda
WASHINGTON, Aug. 8, 2024 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is moving forward in the awards process with a new clean energy project through the Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) program. Secretary Vilsack announced that SE Municipal Solar LLC in Nebraska has been selected to move forward to receive nearly $30 million to build eight solar photovoltaic generation facilities totaling 18.72 megawatts.
USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Hurricane Debby
WASHINGTON, August 7, 2024 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Debby, which continues its track up the East Coast. USDA staff in offices across the country are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to producers and communities in need.
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Maersk CEO says port strike along US East, Gulf coasts is ‘highly unlikely’
Vincent Clerc instead expects the ILA and maritime employers to extend the current deal while talks continue rather than shutting down terminals when the contract expires at the end of September.