Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a health condition that causes pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function in the joints. Conventional medical treatments are available for RA; however, some people also try complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies. This fact sheet provides basic information on RA, summarizes scientific research on the effectiveness and safety of selected

Red yeast rice is made by fermenting a type of yeast (Monascus purpureus) over rice. In dietary supplement form, red yeast rice is typically used to control cholesterol. According to the 2007 NHIS Survey, cholesterol is one of the top 10 conditions prompting complementary and alternative medicine use among adults. Recently, a report in the

FDA is issuing this warning because the use of Hylands Teething Tablets may pose a risk to children. FDA analysis and testing identified some Hylands Teething Tablets that contained varying amounts of belladonna, a potentially toxic ingredient. FDA has received reports of serious adverse events in children taking this product that are consistent with belladonna

As a Lead Administrative Officer, you will serve as a key advisor to the senior staff. You will provide financial and budget management services by coordinating the continuous management of several Labs/Offices/Divisions and Branch budgets. You will coordinate personnel and position management services by managing associated activities, and protecting and ensuring confidentiality. You will participate

On October 14, 2010, FDA warned eight companies that market over-the-counter chelation products that these are unapproved drugs and devices and that it is a violation of federal law to make false claims about the products. NCCAM FDA Issues Warnings to Marketers of Unapproved "Chelation" Products

As many as one in five Americans have symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Many people with IBS turn to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to help relieve their symptoms. This fact sheet provides basic information on IBS and “what the science says” about CAM practices that many people with IBS use. If you are

Turmeric—an herb commonly used in curry powders, mustards, and cheeses—may protect bones against osteoporosis, according to a recent laboratory study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Osteoporosis is a bone disease that can lead to an increased risk of fractures. The condition is common in postmenopausal women. This study, which used an

As a Legislative Liaison, you will provide advice and guidance to the Director, OPPE, and the Director, NCCAM, in analyzing and assessing NCCAM program goals and objectives with legislative relevance. You will work with other offices and programs of NCCAM and with NCCAM planning and program staff to coordinate the development and reporting of data