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Syria


Petitioning Barack Obama, United Nations Security Council

Stop the bombs so Syrian refugees can go home.

Petition by The White Helmets
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What’s an inversion, and what’s it costing you? a repost


President Obama called attention to one kind of corporate tax loophole in particular — called an “inversion” — a word you might be seeing in a lot of news headlines lately.

It’s not the most intuitive name for a corporate tax loophole, so we’re breaking it down for you.

Click here to find out what it is, how it’s costing you, and how to fix it.

Learn more about what inversions are.

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U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)


foods5 Ways New FDA Rules Will Make Your Foods Safer

How will you and your family be protected by the new actions FDA is taking to keep your food safe?

Read the Consumer Update to learn more.

Graphic showing facts about sickle cell disease


10/14/2014 2:15 PM EDT

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States. It affects about 100,000 children and adults in the United States—and millions of people worldwide. New treatments are needed to prevent and treat its serious complications. That’s why the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is working with patients and stakeholders, including those from academia and the pharmaceutical industry, to develop new products.

FDA also has met with patients to learn more about their experiences with SCD and their views on existing treatments. Additional meetings are being planned.Graphic showing facts about sickle cell disease

Read the Consumer Update to learn more.


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Prevention


No one wants the flu. In addition to getting the flu vaccine, there are several ways you can help stop the spread of germs.

  • Wash your hands often.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
  • Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Flu Prevention: Get vaccinated, take everyday precautions, preventive antiviral medications

What other everyday steps can I take to stop the spread of germs?