Winter 2016
www.fda.gov/collegewomen
College e-News: Winter Edition
Commit to a healthier you and healthier campus this year. Check out the educational resources highlighted in this e-News to help students make informed health decisions throughout the new year.
FDA Proposes New Safety Measures for Indoor Tanning Devices
College students use indoor tanning devices to get the look they want. UV radiation exposure from these devices put students at risk for skin cancer and other skin and eye damage. FDA issued two proposed rules to protect public health by preventing the use of sunlamp products (also known as indoor tanning beds) by minors and reducing the risk of using these devices for adults.
The first proposed rule would restrict use of sunlamp products to individuals 18 and older. In addition, before their first tanning session and every six months thereafter, adult users over age 18 would have to sign a risk acknowledgement certification that states that they have been informed of the health risks of indoor tanning. A second proposed rule would require that sunlamp manufacturers and tanning facilities take more actions to improve the overall safety of these devices.
It's Still Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Vaccine
It is not too late for students and health professionals to get their flu vaccine. According to the FDA, vaccinations can be protective as long as flu viruses are circulating. Flu activity usually peaks in January or February, and can last well into May. FDA plays a key role in ensuring that safe and effective influenza vaccines are available every flu season.
Practice Reporting Problems to FDA
FDA MedWatchLearn is a web-based learning tool designed to teach students, health professionals, and consumers how to complete the forms necessary to report problems to FDA. Use this tool to practice submitting reports by working through case studies for the four categories of problems with medical products.
Give your campus and website a fresh look in 2016.
- Order the 4 Steps to Safe Medication Use poster for your health center, residence halls and libraries.
- Link to the College Women’s Health webpage.
- Order free bulk copies of fact sheets and brochures for your health center and special events.
- Fill out a collaboration form to receive a free cardboard stand.
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