### Question
How does the law define adverse event?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 379aa*, **adverse event** is defined as:

> any health-related event associated with the use of a dietary supplement that is adverse

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 379aa*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 9-FEDERAL FOOD, DRUG, AND COSMETIC ACT > SUBCHAPTER VII-GENERAL AUTHORITY > Part H-Serious Adverse Event Reports**

