| Welcome back to campus! While back-to-school may look a bit different this year than in the past, it is important now more than ever for college women to prioritize their health. Starting the semester with helpful tips and resources can help college women avoid neglecting their health as life gets busy with classwork, social activities, and more. Establishing healthy habits in college is especially important since many students are living on their own for the first time. When it comes to medication safety, nutrition, birth control options, and more, you can find resources on the FDA Office of Women's Health website to ensure a safe and healthy school year. Stay Up-to-Date with these College Women Campaign (CWC) Hot Topics!  Last month, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty (koe-mir'-na-tee), for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older. Stay up-to-date on the latest Coronavirus resources and information on FDA's COVID-19 website. Get the Facts about hair-smoothing products Did you know most hair smoothing or straightening products release formaldehyde gas into the air during the hair straightening or smoothing process? The FDA reminds you to get the facts before using hair-smoothing products. Watch Out for False Promises on Some Dietary Supplements You may know someone who has been unable to get pregnant due to infertility issues. Marketers are targeting this population by pitching dietary supplements that make unproven claims to cure, treat, mitigate, or prevent infertility and other reproductive health conditions. These are not FDA-approved and could deter patients from seeking effective, FDA-approved products. Is Rinsing Your Sinuses with Neti Pots Safe? Little teapots with long spouts — commonly called neti pots — and other nasal irrigation devices have become a fixture in many homes to flush out clogged nasal passages and help people breathe easier. Nasal irrigation devices are usually safe and effective when used and cleaned properly. Get recommendations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on how to use nasal irrigation devices safely, including what type of water to use and tips for use with children. Always Tired? You May Have Sleep Apnea Do you feel tired or have a headache when you wake up in the morning? Something might be going wrong while you sleep that you don't know about: obstructive sleep apnea (pronounced app-nee-uh). The Greek word "apnea" means "without breath." An apnea is defined as a pause in breathing for at least 10 seconds. Obstructive sleep apnea, also called OSA, causes you to stop breathing in your sleep for several seconds, up to many times an hour. Getting treatment for obstructive sleep apnea or OSA can save your life and help you feel better every day. Visit www.fda.gov/collegewomen for more tips and resources for a successful 2021–2022 school year. | 
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