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How the U.S. Food and Drug Administration protects public health

WebThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ensures that food produced in the United States is safe to eat, benefiting consumers at home and abroad. The FDA, the …

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Obtaining Vital Records

WebFee-based on-line services that help obtain records. One such service is VitalChek (800-255-2414), which allows you to request birth, death, and marriage certifications online, …

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U.S. reaffirms partnership with World Health Organization

WebJanuary 21, 2021. The United States is resuming support for the World Health Organization, which plays a vital role in fighting the global COVID-19 pandemic. President Biden …

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Messages for U.S. Citizens

WebDemonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Florence, Italy (March 1, 2024) Location: Outside U.S. Consulate General Florence. Event: On Saturday, March 2, …

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Nonimmigrant Visas

WebThe visa category depends on the purpose of your trip to the U.S. Here are the main nonimmigrant visa categories and their characteristics: Business, tourism and medical …

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Pet Travel FAQs (to Italy and to the U.S.)

WebMoving Cats and Dogs from the United States to Italy. EU Regulation 998\2003\EC – regulating the animal health requirements applicable to the non …

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Medical Emergencies while in Italy

WebIn case of an emergency, for immediate medical attention or to call an ambulance dial 112 from any telephone in Italy. No country code is necessary if calling from within Europe. If …

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Covid-19 Archivi

WebThe pandemic strained global supplies of medical oxygen, needed for treating patients with severe COVID-19. Before the pandemic, roughly half of inpatient facilities in Africa had …

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Native Americans’ many contributions to medicine

WebMany of Native Americans‘ innovations in health and medicine have been around for thousands of years, predating — and contributing to — Western medicine. …

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Medical Assistance

WebWhen a U.S. citizen becomes ill in Italy and requires assistance to fly back to the US, he/she could hire a medical escort. Generally, when a medical escort is hired, a physician with …

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COVID-19 Travel Advisory Updates

WebHowever, if the CDC raises a country’s COVID-19 THN to a Level 4, the State Department’s Travel Advisory for that country will also be raised to a Level 4: Do …

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How climate change affects the food crisis

WebFood is an essential, but scarce, resource in many parts of world. Global conflicts, climate change and supply disruptions from COVID-19 have exacerbated the …

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Veterans Affairs

WebVeterans Affairs. Service members, Veterans, and their beneficiaries can apply for benefits services on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) website at www.va.gov . The …

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Travel Advisory: Italy

WebThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Italy due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 …

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$1 billion in U.S. emergency food security aid rushed to Africa

WebThe U.S. government has provided nearly $1 billion in emergency food security assistance to countries in Africa suffering from extreme hunger and malnutrition. …

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The Biden-Harris Administration Immediate Priorities

WebPresident Biden will deliver bold action and immediate relief for American families as the country grapples with converging crises. This will include actions to …

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FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn: “Be Wary of Anyone Claiming …

WebPart of the FDA’s mission is to protect Americans from health fraud. This includes warning about the dangers of purchasing and using medical products or devices …

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