Patient Education

Campaign to advise new moms, moms-to-be on medicine, supplements

Published in Medical Letter on the CDC and FDA, May 5th, 2002

To educate women about the safe use of medicines and dietary supplements before, during, and after pregnancy, the Council on Family Health (CFH) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration have initiated a promotional campaign.

The educational campaign consists of television, radio, and print public service announcements as well as a tip sheet for those seeking more information. CFH is working with several pharmacy chains nationwide to disseminate this important information. Components of the program are also available in Spanish.

"This campaign urges women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breast feeding to talk with a healthcare...

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