Your Weekly Coronavirus Q&A From FDA

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If your email program has trouble displaying this email, view as a webpage. Coronavirus Q&As for Consumers The FDA is working to address the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak and keep you and your family informed on the latest developments. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions from consumers about foods and donating blood. Q: What is the FDA's role in helping to ensure the safety of the human and animal food supply? A: To protect public health, the FDA monitors domestic firms and the foods that they produce. The FDA also monitors imported products and foreign firms exporting to the United States. The FDA protects consumers from unsafe foods through research and methods development; inspection and sampling; and regulatory and legal action. Q: Is it safe for me to donate blood during the coronavirus pandemic? A: If you are healthy and interested in donating blood, the FDA encourages you to contact a local donation center to make an appointment. One way to make a difference during a public health emergency is to donate blood if you are able. AABB: www.aabb.org; 1-301-907-6977 America's Blood Centers: www.americasblood.org American Red Cross: www.redcrossblood.org; 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) Armed Services Blood Program: www.militaryblood.dod.mil; 1-703-681-8024 Blood Centers of America: www.bca.coop For more information about COVID-19, visit: FDA: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) COVID-19 Vaccines CDC: Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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