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Where and How to Dispose of Unused Medicines
Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or medications you no longer use? The best way to dispose of most types of expired, unwanted or unused medicines is through a drug take-back program.
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Información para el consumidor sobre temas de salud diversos.
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What Does FDA Approve? Part 2
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What Does FDA Approve? Part 2
Is It Really "FDA Approved"? Part 2. Here are 10 more facts about how the FDA works to protect public health.
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How to Buy Medicines Safely From an Online Pharmacy
Have you ever been tempted to buy your medicines from an online pharmacy or another website?
Create and Keep a Medication List for Your Health
Many people of all ages take medications. Keeping track of when, how and why you use medications is important for your health and safety.
Pulse Oximeter Basics
A pulse oximeter, or pulse ox, is a device that estimates the amount of oxygen in the blood. Here’s what to know before using one.
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