Tanning devices cost US healthcare $343 million a year
New study says indoor tanning-related skin cancers contribute significantly to early deaths.Tanning devices cost the US $343.
Monthly Archives: February 2017
New research shows primary care physicians can help detect more skin cancer at an earlier stage
New research at UPMC suggests that if full body skin cancer screenings became a part of routine annual primary care visits, significantly more skin cancers would be discovered and at earlier stages.
See-through heating pad could help prevent burns from thermotherapy
To soothe aches and pains, many people turn to heating pads, patches or creams. Although a common practice, thermotherapy can cause burns.
Skin health: Friendly bacteria keep harmful Staph in check
The mix of bacteria on our skin influences its health. Now, scientists show how harmful Staphylococcus aureus is kept in check by skin-friendly cousins.
HIV rash: What does it look like and how long does it last?
Rashes are one of the earliest symptoms of an HIV infection. Learn about the types of rash that can occur, their duration, and treatment options.
Cytotoxic immune cell in sick and healthy skin a key to understanding vitiligo
With the aid of thousands of skin biopsies and over a hundred kilograms of skin, researchers at Karolinska Institutet have observed how two subgroups of immune cell behave in healthy skin.
FDA approves new psoriasis drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Siliq (brodalumab) to treat adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. Siliq is administered as an injection.
Can honey and cinnamon help treat acne?
Can a honey and cinnamon face mask help relieve the symptoms of acne? Learn about the possible benefits for the skin along with research into this remedy.
Scalp cooling device may help reduce hair loss for women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy
Two studies in JAMA examine hair loss among women with breast cancer who received scalp cooling before, during and after chemotherapy.
How to treat and prevent chigger bites
In this article learn what chiggers are, how to prevent being bitten, and how to treat a bite. What are the signs and symptoms of a chigger bite?