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July 6, 2008
How to Stay Out of the ER This Summer
Common sense and caution guarantee outdoor fun stays healthy,
expert says
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July 4, 2008
Vitamins block post-meal grogginess in diabetics
Fatty meals may cloud the brains of people with type 2 diabetes,
but antioxidant vitamins can help clear the fog, Canadian
researchers demonstrated in a study they conducted.
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July 3, 2008
MRSA Infections Can Bug Fitness Buffs
Before heading to the gym, take simple steps to avoid the
potentially deadly bacteria
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July 2, 2008
Laser treatment could help kill superbugs: study
A laser treatment that wipes out drug-resistant bacterial
infections may one day help doctors tackle the growing problem of
superbugs, British researchers said on Tuesday.
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July 1, 2008
Scientists ID New Genes Tied to Crohn's Disease
Number tripled, and they find a link to other conditions such as
asthma, diabetes
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June 29, 2008
Barefoot Lifestyle Has Its Dangers
Surgeons group offers tips on how to be footloose and injury-free
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June 27, 2008
ACE inhibitors may cause localized swelling: study
The risk of angioedema -- localized swelling in the deep layers of
the skin that usually affects the face, throat, lips or tongue --
is more than 3 times higher with a class of blood pressure-lowering
drugs called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors than
with other "antihypertensive" drugs, research suggests.
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June 26, 2008
Cats Can Trigger Eczema in Some Infants
Babies with a genetic mutation and a cat at home were more likely
to develop skin condition before age of 1, study finds
-
June 25, 2008
Painkillers don't protect against melanoma
Lab evidence suggests that the class of painkillers known as
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) could play a role in
preventing melanoma, but a large study has failed to find any
evidence to support this possibility.
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MRSA Rates Tied to Hospital Understaffing
In busy units, even basic hand-washing can get lost in rush to
treat patients, study says
-
June 22, 2008
Get in Step With Summer Foot Care
Expert sorts myth from fact when it comes to toeing the line on
healthy practices
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June 21, 2008
Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Boosts Melanoma Incidence
Patients treated with methotrexate had a threefold increased risk
of disease, report says
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Pro Baseball Helps Keep Skin Cancer From Scoring
New campaign is focused especially on sunscreen-averse teen boys
-
June 20, 2008
Traffic Pollution Puts Kids at Higher Allergy Risk
Those living closer to busy streets were 50% more likely to develop
symptoms
-
June 19, 2008
FDA panel backs proposed J&J psoriasis drug
Johnson & Johnson's experimental drug ustekinumab should be
approved for treating adults with moderate or severe psoriasis, a
U.S. advisory panel unanimously ruled on Tuesday.
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US panel backs wider use of Amgen drug for kids
U.S. health officials should approve wider use of Amgen Inc's drug
Enbrel to treat psoriasis in children, a Food and Drug
Administration advisory panel said on Wednesday.
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Health Tip: Pregnancy Affects the Skin
Here's what may happen
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Health Tip: Avoiding Lyme Disease
Steps to help prevent tick bites
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June 17, 2008
Amgen's Enbrel in kids 'concerning,' FDA staff
says
U.S. drug regulators are concerned about life-threatening
complications in children taking Amgen Inc's drug Enbrel for
psoriasis and other conditions, according to documents released on
Monday.
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Cosmetic surgery booming in Britain, study finds
Britons might be feeling the pinch of the global credit crunch, but
they're still ready to pay thousands of pounds for cosmetic
surgery, a report suggested on Monday.
-
Countdown to Hair Loss
Study offers method to gauge whether you're bound for baldness
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Health Tip: Caring for Bug Bites
Taking the sting out of the sting
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June 14, 2008
Hair dye may boost lymphoma risk: study
A new study suggests that use of hair dye may increase the risk of
certain types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), a blood cancer
involving the lymph nodes.
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June 13, 2008
Methotrexate for arthritis raises melanoma risk
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who are treated with
methotrexate appear to have an elevated risk of developing melanoma
compared with the general population, according to the findings of
an Australian study.
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June 12, 2008
Skin cancer self checks; do it with a partner
People with a history of skin cancer are more apt to check their
skin regularly for changes indicative of skin cancer if they, and
their partners, are taught how to do it, research shows. Having a
good quality relationship with their partner also helps.
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Beta Blocker May Shrink Infant Hemangiomas
Blood pressure drug reduced color, size of disfiguring vessel
growths, researcher says
-
June 10, 2008
Dehydrated tomatoes may fight prostate tumors
A compound found in dehydrated tomatoes may help quash prostate
cancer tumors, new animal research suggests.
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Good Oral Hygiene May Protect Against Heart Infections
Daily care of teeth, gums keeps risk of bacterial disease in valves
at bay
-
June 9, 2008
Blood Cancer Drug Shows Promise Against Lupus
Experiments with mice found Velcade reduced dangerous
autoantibodies
-
June 7, 2008
Cancer warning added to diabetic foot gel
Johnson & Johnson has added a strong "black box" warning about
the risk of dying from cancer to the prescribing instructions for
the company's Regranex diabetic foot gel, U.S. regulators said on
Friday.
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With Summer Comes Snake Bites
Most common in southern climes, with young men most likely victims,
experts say
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June 6, 2008
Telltale toenail nicotine predicts heart problems
Analyzing the nicotine content of toenail clippings can help gauge
a woman's heart disease risk, a new analysis of findings from the
Nurses' Health Study shows.
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Sunlight, Vitamin D May Cut Kids' Diabetes Risk
Type 1 disease less prevalent in populations living nearer equator,
study finds
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June 5, 2008
Allergan cites eyelash-drug fast dramatic effects
The chief executive of Allergan Inc said Wednesday its experimental
drug to promote eyelash growth could be a big seller for women as
young as 18 due to "dramatic" results seen for most patients tested
in clinical trials.
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New melanoma drugs - why do so few benefit?
When they work, new melanoma treatments that enlist the help of the
immune system to attack tumors can have a stunning effect, in some
cases arresting the deadly skin cancer for four years.
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June 3, 2008
Health Tip: Protect Your Child From Burns
In the bath and around the house
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May 31, 2008
Eczema in infancy boosts boys' risk of asthma
Boys who have eczema in their first two years of life are more
likely to develop asthma later on, but there is no association
between early eczema and asthma in girls, Australian researchers
report.
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Dermatologists Release Psoriasis Care Guidelines
Biologic use is expected to enhance quality of treatment and
patient safety
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May 30, 2008
Gingko may help treat vitiligo
Several natural health products have been investigated for treating
the pigmentation disorder vitiligo, but overall, the quality of the
research is poor, the authors of a new review conclude.
-
May 29, 2008
Preventive treatment curbs eczema flare-ups
Among adults with eczema, otherwise known as atopic dermatitis,
"proactive" long-term treatment with tacrolimus ointment applied
twice-weekly safely reduces exacerbations of the condition,
European investigators have shown.
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May 28, 2008
Antioxidants may undermine cancer therapy
Cancer patients should perhaps avoid taking antioxidant
supplements, a review of clinical trial data suggests, because they
may diminish the effectiveness of chemotherapy and radiation
treatment.
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May 27, 2008
Novel breast radiation technique curbs skin
problems
In women with breast cancer, a radiation technique called
intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) reduces the incidence
of radiation-induced dermatitis, compared to conventional
radiation, research shows.
-
Acne drug linked to depression
Use of isotretinoin, the active ingredient in the acne drug
Accutane, apparently more than doubles the risk of depression,
according to results of a study.
-
May 26, 2008
Just Like Skin, Eyes Can 'Burn' in Strong Sun
Kids, teens more susceptible to sun-related vision damage without
proper protection
-
May 23, 2008
Noma campaign aims to wipe out disfiguring disease
A global campaign was launched on Thursday to raise awareness about
Noma, a disease which deforms malnourished children's faces for
life.
-
May 22, 2008
Corticosteroid creams no help for sunburns
Corticosteroid creams and ointments are often recommended for
soothing a sunburn, but a new study suggests they are unlikely to
help.
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Health Tip: Soothing a Child's Sunburn
Help the child feel better
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May 20, 2008
Delayed reactions possible with facial filler
A cosmetic facial filler called polyalkylimide may cause moderate
to severe side effects months after injection, doctors warn in a
report published today.
-
Green tea may shield brain from sleep apnea
effects
Compounds found in green tea may help ward off the neurological
damage that can come with the breathing disorder sleep apnea, a new
animal study hints.
-
May 18, 2008
Cheaper Earrings More Likely to Contain Nickel
But report could not establish safe-limit price as guide for
avoiding exposure
-
May 17, 2008
Juice may beat fruit for preventing heart disease
Grapes, apples and their juices can prevent the development of
atherosclerosis in hamsters eating a high-fat, high-cholesterol
diet, French researchers have found.
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May 17, 2008
Health Tip: Poison Ivy Rash
It can cause more than just irritated skin
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May 16, 2008
Drug Works Well for Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis
Ustekinumab injections every 3 months a more convenient regimen
than current therapies
-
CDC Recommends Shingles Vaccine for Those Over 60
ZOSTAVAX could prevent two thirds of shingles cases, expert says
-
Acne Drug Prevents Tissue Damage From Emphysema
Doxycycline in mice boosts protective protein, too early to see
benefit in humans
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May 15, 2008
Arthritis may be triggered by environmental
factors
A number of environmental exposures, including trauma, are
associated with the onset of inflammatory arthritis in patients
with psoriasis, findings published in the Annals of the Rheumatic
Diseases indicate.
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US Congress tackles FDA device, cosmetic oversight
U.S. Democratic lawmakers seeking to bolster Food and Drug
Administration oversight of imported products took aim at medical
devices and cosmetics on Wednesday, saying the agency lacks the
money and power to properly regulate them.
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May 13, 2008
Health Tip: Reducing Rosacea
Here are factors that can increase redness
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May 12, 2008
US court hears claim linking vaccines to autism
The parents of two 10-year-old boys who believe vaccines caused
their sons to develop autism brought their case to U.S. federal
court on Monday, arguing a mercury preservative in the shots caused
a rare reaction.
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Health Tip: Using Hair Dyes
Follow safety steps to reduce risks
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May 8, 2008
Outside Workers Least Likely to Get Skin Exams
But rest of workforce lax as well in getting checked for cancers
caused by sun exposure
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May 6, 2008
Most men not bothered by birth defect of the penis
Most adult men with a relatively common birth defect of the penis
that is uncorrected are satisfied with the appearance of their
penis and report few functional problems, results of a survey
suggest.
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May 1, 2008
Immune drug useful for scalp psoriasis
Alefacept, a drug that reduces the activity of certain immune
cells, is effective in treating psoriasis of the scalp, according
to a report in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
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No effective treatments for patchy hair loss
There is no good evidence for any long-term benefit of any
treatments now available for patchy hair loss, a type of baldness
called alopecia areata, the authors of a review of current research
on the subject conclude.
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April 30, 2008
Food crisis unlikely to cause famine soon: U.N.
Global food shortages and higher prices are more likely to cause
malnutrition than outright famine, at least in the near term, the
coordinator of a new United Nations task force said on Wednesday.
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REFILE: People often share prescription medicine:
survey
In one-on-one interviews with 700 Americans, roughly 23 percent
reported loaning their prescription medications to someone else,
and 27 percent reported borrowing prescription medications.
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April 29, 2008
People often share prescription medicine: survey
In one-on-one interviews with 700 Americans, roughly 23 percent
reported loaning their prescription medications to someone else,
and 27 percent reported borrowing prescription medications.
-
Poor diet undermines health of northern Afghans
Lunch at Gada Mohammed's single-room mud-brick house in
Afghanistan's far north is the same as most other meals: dry bread
washed down with tea.
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April 27, 2008
Lip Balms and Glosses May Boost Skin Cancer Risks
It's the shine that attracts ultraviolet rays, but sunscreen base
can help, expert says
-
April 26, 2008
FDR Might Have Had Melanoma
Researcher suggests large lesion above his left eyebrow was
possibly skin cancer
-
April 24, 2008
Skin Pain, Sensitivity Rises With Migraine
Almost two-thirds of people with these headaches suffer from skin
discomfort, study finds
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April 23, 2008
Melanoma on scalp, neck most deadly, study finds
Melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, is much deadlier
when it appears on the scalp or neck than somewhere else on the
body, according to a study published on Monday.
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Larger Skin Lesions More Likely to Be Melanoma
Study backs current skin cancer-screening guidelines
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April 22, 2008
Melanomas on Scalp and Neck More Deadly
Survival rate was lower than with malignancies diagnosed on face,
ears, study finds
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April 19, 2008
New immune drug safely treats psoriasis: study
An experimental new drug that suppresses certain parts of the
immune system worked safely to relieve some of the symptoms of
psoriasis, researchers in Canada reported on Thursday.
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New Psoriasis Pill Appears Effective
Whether the drug is safe for long-term use hasn't been proved, one
expert says
-
Low radon levels may reduce lung cancer risk
Radon levels typically found in homes in the United States do not
raise the risk of lung cancer, according to findings of a
decade-long study. In fact, at low levels, radon may actually
reduce the risk.
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April 18, 2008
Gleevec Pushes Advanced Melanoma Into Remission
Woman's case first showing the cancer may have an Achilles' heel,
report suggests
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Mice Can Sense Oxygen Through Their Skin
Finding hints of new treatments for anemia, other diseases that
affect red blood cells
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Health Tip: What Could Be Causing Your Acne?
Common triggers in women
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April 17, 2008
Caffeine protects mice from UV-induced skin cancer
Caffeine acts as a sort of "sun screen" when given to mice before
their skin is exposed to and damaged by ultraviolet B (UVB)
radiation, and this ultimately prevents the development of skin
cancer, according to researchers.
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Vitamin pills can increase mortality rate
Vitamin supplements taken by millions of people in the hope of
extending their lives may actually increase the risk of premature
death in some cases, researchers said on Wednesday.
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April 16, 2008
Experimental drug shrinks advanced skin cancer
An experimental drug designed to block a specific cell-signaling
pathway has been shown in a small trial to shrink tumors in
patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma, researchers said on
Monday.
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Some athletes may abuse allowed drugs
Organizations responsible for monitoring doping among athletes
should consider tighter restrictions on the use of certain drugs
now permitted for therapeutic purposes or to control pain, the
authors of a new analysis of doping data from Belgium and the
Netherlands conclude.
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Drug Proves Effective in Slowing Melanomas
Riluzole, used to treat Lou Gehrig's disease, inhibits aggressive
growth, study finds
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April 12, 2008
Drug protects mice, monkeys from radiation damage
An experimental drug helped protect mice and monkeys from the
damaging effects of radiation, researchers said on Thursday, in a
finding that may lead to less toxic cancer treatments or an
emergency treatment for radiation exposure.
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Researchers Identify New Genetic Links to Psoriasis
Discovery of biological pathways could lead to treatments for other
autoimmune diseases
-
April 10, 2008
Study debunks heart attack-male baldness link
A new study of more than 5,000 men calls into question the idea
that baldness can signal a greater risk of heart disease.
-
April 8, 2008
Gator Blood May Be New Source of Antibiotics
Early research shows proteins from the reptiles can fight off
'superbugs'
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April 6, 2008
Simple regimen eliminates chronic bad breath
Brushing twice a day with antibacterial toothpaste and using a
toothbrush with a built-in tongue scraper can eliminate chronic bad
breath, according to research presented today at the 2008 annual
meeting of the American Association for Dental Research in Dallas,
Texas.
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April 5, 2008
Injectable Antibiotic Protects Against Lyme Disease in Mice
Study raises prospect of new treatment for tick-borne diseases in
people
-
April 4, 2008
Psoriasis Poses Danger for More Serious Complications
At-risk patients need care to avoid heart disease, cancer, task
force report says
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March 25, 2008
Health Tip: Have Hives?
Some common triggers
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March 22, 2008
Some Facelift Patients Infected With MRSA 'Superbug'
Though numbers are small, the trend is worrisome, study says
-
March 20, 2008
Women at Higher Risk of Abnormal Burn Scars
Younger patients also more prone, new study finds
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Health Tip: Treating Head Lice
Suggestions to get rid of them
-
March 19, 2008
New Foam Treatment for Varicose Veins
Study says it passed safety tests and is relatively painless
-
March 17, 2008
Health Tip: Sun Safety
Limit exposure during peak hours
-
March 7, 2008
Health Tip: Understanding Autoimmune Diseases
When the body begins to attack itself
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March 5, 2008
Aromatherapy Falls Short, Study Finds
It didn't heal wounds, relieve pain or boost immune status
-
February 29, 2008
Health Tip: A Word About Warts
What they're all about
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February 26, 2008
Hair analysis offers new crime-fighting clues
Scientists can now tell where in the United States a person may
have been by analyzing a single strand of hair, offering a new tool
for crime investigators trying to identify a body or track
criminals.
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Health Tip: Watch For Frostbite
Here's what to do if there are symptoms
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Hair Tells Tale of Where You've Been
Water molecules in shafts offer up personal history, researchers
say
-
February 25, 2008
Gene discovery may lead to new drugs for baldness
Researchers have identified a gene linked to premature hair loss
that could lead to new drugs to treat baldness.
-
February 22, 2008
Health Tip: Don't Get Burned by Hot Water
Some precautions to consider for kids
-
February 21, 2008
Moisturizer led to infection in hospital patients
An outbreak of severe infections in ICU patients was caused by
moisturizing body lotion that had been contaminated during the
manufacturing process.
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February 18, 2008
Zinc helps with diarrhea in children: study
Treatment with zinc supplements can cut the severity and duration
of acute or persistent diarrhea in children, a study shows. Further
research, however, is needed to determine exactly how zinc produces
its anti-diarrheal effects, the researchers note in the in the
February issue of Pediatrics.
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February 16, 2008
Allergy Disorders Linked With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Study also found IBS 2 times more likely in people with depression
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February 15, 2008
Hair sample may provide breast cancer diagnosis
Hair from women with breast cancer can be distinguished from hair
obtained from women without the disease, researchers in Australia
report.
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Overabundance of Immune Cells Might Trigger Lupus
Study spots overactivity of genes that prevent cell death in those
with autoimmune disease
-
February 14, 2008
Pepper may help disfiguring skin condition: study
Black pepper could lead to better treatments for a disfiguring skin
condition that affects about 1 percent of the world's population,
British researchers said on Thursday.
-
February 13, 2008
Skin cancer, colon cancer syndrome may be linked
A syndrome that increases the risk of some skin cancers may be a
subset of a syndrome that increases the risk of colon cancer,
report researchers from The Ohio State University, Columbus.
-
February 11, 2008
Drug combo treats severe acne in women: study
The oral contraceptive Yasmin, plus a low-dose of the diuretic
spironolactone, is a safe and effective treatment for women with
severe facial acne, according to the findings of a small study.
-
February 8, 2008
US FDA reviewing safety of Botox, rival product
U.S. regulators said on Friday they were reviewing the safety of
Allergan Inc's Botox and a competing product after reports of
deaths and serious reactions in some patients.
-
Psoriatic arthritis does not raise risk of cancer
Overall, people who suffer from psoriatic arthritis do not appear
to have a higher risk of cancer compared to the general population,
according to a new study.
-
Protein offers clue to what makes melanoma spread
A missing protein may explain why some skin cells advance to a
deadly skin cancer known as melanoma instead of simply developing
into harmless moles, U.S. researchers said on Thursday.
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U.S. doctors develop test for Menkes disease
Doctors say they have developed a screening test for deadly Menkes
disease so patients with the genetic defect can receive lifesaving
copper injections.
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February 7, 2008
Protein associated with skin cancer outcome
Expression of the blood protein osteopontin may be an independent
prognostic marker for melanoma, clinicians report in the journal
Cancer.
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Natural Secretion Marks Difference Between Ordinary Mole and
Melanoma
IGFBP7 protein may prove a targeted treatment for metastatic
cancers, study suggests
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Tattoos may be tomorrow's vaccines
The tattoo of the future may be good for your health rather than
just your image.
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February 6, 2008
Psoriasis drug may provide lasting relief: study
The drug alefacept, which in 2003 was the first "biologic" agent
approved in the US for the treatment of moderate to severe chronic
plaque psoriasis, appears to be a long-term option for certain
patients, results of a study suggests.
-
February 5, 2008
REFILE: Babies absorb phthalates from baby
products
A new study suggests that baby lotion, baby powder, and baby
shampoo may be exposing babies to potentially harmful chemicals
called phthalates.
-
TB eradication in the U.S. by 2010 unlikely:
survey
The U.S. is unlikely to meet its goal for eliminating tuberculosis
(TB) by 2010, primarily because of high rates of latent (dormant)
TB infection in certain population subgroups, according to a
nationwide survey.
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February 4, 2008
Circumcision reduces HIV infection co-factors
Circumcision appears to reduce the likelihood of men becoming
infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and of passing it on
to their female partners.
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Babies absorb phthalates from baby products
A new study suggests that baby lotion, baby powder, and baby
shampoo may be exposing babies to potentially harmful chemicals
called phthalates.
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Ah, that's the spot: Why scratching brings relief
Oh, it brings such blessed relief and now scientists can tell you
why -- scratching an itch temporarily shuts off areas in the brain
linked with unpleasant feelings and memories.
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January 31, 2008
CORRECTION: Antioxidants show little anti-cancer
benefit
Taking antioxidant supplements won't reduce cancer risk, according
to a new analysis of a dozen studies including more than 100,000
patients. In fact, the researchers found, smokers who take beta
carotene supplements could be increasing their risk of
smoking-related cancer and death.
-
Oral penicillin allergy test may be safe for some
Patients with a remote history of an allergic reaction to
penicillin that was not life-threatening appear to be able to
tolerate an oral penicillin test, even if the results of skin tests
are positive, according to study results reported by Israeli
investigators.
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Infant study casts doubt on vaccine-autism link
The mercury in a vaccine preservative is pumped out of a baby's
body too quickly for it to do any damage, researchers reported on
Wednesday in a study they say should further absolve shots of
causing autism.
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January 30, 2008
Antioxidants more likely to raise cancer risk
Taking antioxidant supplements won't reduce cancer risk, according
to a new analysis of a dozen studies including more than 100,000
patients. In fact, the researchers found, smokers who take beta
carotene supplements could be increasing their risk of
smoking-related cancer and death.
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January 28, 2008
Stigma of leprosy is worse than disease itself
Leprosy is on the retreat but the stigma, fear and isolation
associated with the disfiguring condition is now proving more
damaging than the disease itself, health and human rights groups
said on Monday.
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January 28, 2008
Health Tip: Use Sunscreen Year-Round
Not just during summer
-
January 26, 2008
Allergy Shots Are Effective Treatment for Symptoms
Immunotherapy works for allergic asthma, rhinitis, conjunctivitis
or insect bites
-
January 25, 2008
Nuclear plant workers show higher cancer risks
Workers at one U.S. nuclear facility have suffered
higher-than-average rates of certain cancers, a study shows --
suggesting that on-the-job exposures are to blame.
-
January 24, 2008
Rituxan may treat severe eczema: pilot study
In a small study of patients with severe eczema, treatment with
Rituxan (also known as rituximab and MabThera) led to "an
impressive improvement," Swiss researchers found.
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January 24, 2008
China warns against rebound in leprosy cases
China is recording an annual average of more than 1,600 new leprosy
cases and will spend $30 million this year to renovate leprosy
villages that are home to thousands of people, the Health Ministry
said on Thursday.
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January 23, 2008
Pig gut implant a lip-plumping option
A new implant derived from pig intestines could offer a
longer-lasting alternative to injections for filling out thin lips,
according to a study published in the Archives of Facial and
Plastic Surgery.
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"Ugly duckling" sign spots most malignant
melanomas
Identifying pigmented moles that look different from a person's
other moles -- the "ugly duckling sign" -- is a practical way to
spot malignant melanoma skin cancer, doctors say.
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Honey dressing won't speed wound healing
Wound dressings impregnated with honey won't help heal
difficult-to-treat leg ulcers, a clinical trial from New Zealand
shows.
-
January 21, 2008
Social, economic factors impact skin cancer
survival
Low socioeconomic status is a strong predictor of poor survival
among patients from different ethnic groups with melanoma skin
cancer, new research indicates.
-
January 18, 2008
Molecule May Trigger Psoriasis
Study in mice offers hope for new treatment of chronic skin disease
-
Health Tip: Douching Isn't Recommended
U.S. agency warns against the practice
-
Higher prostate cancer risk tied to severe acne
New research suggests a link between acne and prostate cancer, but
the study's authors urge caution in interpreting their findings.
-
January 17, 2008
Undernutrition behind one third of child deaths
Undernutrition causes more than one third of child deaths
worldwide, but simple programs like promoting breast-feeding and
providing supplements could keep some of those children alive,
experts said on Thursday.
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US health officials probe unexplained skin ailment
U.S. health authorities on Wednesday said they will conduct an
investigation to get to the bottom of an unexplained illness marked
by skin lesions that do not heal and a batch of other symptoms.
-
January 16, 2008
Adult Drug Effective in Treating Psoriasis in Children
Etanercept improved symptoms, quality of life for kids with
moderate to severe disease
-
January 15, 2008
Gay Men More Likely to Contract 'Superbug'
Sexually active most likely to get highly resistant MRSA strain,
study finds
-
January 14, 2008
Wyeth says court rejects thimerosal-autism link
Drugmaker Wyeth said a court in Maryland has granted the company's
motion to exclude some expert witnesses from testifying that
exposure to thimerosal-containing vaccines can cause autism and
rejected the compound's link to autism.
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January 11, 2008
Sun Savvy Sadly Lacking Among Americans
Most people practice risky behaviors while under its glare, study
finds
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January 9, 2008
Stem cell bank proposed
Creating a bank to store a new type of stem cell produced from
donors' ordinary skin cells could help reduce time and money for
treating patients with regenerative medicine in the future, a
Japanese researcher said on Wednesday.
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Health Tip: Chapped Hands
Here's how to prevent them
-
January 8, 2008
Anti-cholesterol drugs may reduce cancer risk
In a large study of U.S. veterans, the use of a commonly prescribed
class cholesterol-lowering drugs called "statins," which include
drugs such as Lipitor, reduced the cancer rate by about 25 percent.
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More sun is healthy, despite skin cancer risk
A little more sunshine might help you live longer, according to new
study findings suggesting that for some people health benefits from
the sun outweigh the risk of skin cancer.
-
Tobacco smoke can damage skeletal muscle
Long-term heavy tobacco smoking can lead to potentially harmful
structural and functional changes in skeletal muscle outside the
lungs, even in smokers who don't have chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD), a new study suggests.
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No decline in autism since thimerosal removal
Although some research has supported a link between exposure to the
vaccine preservative thimerosal and autism, a new analysis of data
from the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
indicates that removal of this chemical from vaccines has not
reduced autism rates. In fact, the rates have actually continued to
rise.
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Delaying solid foods may not prevent allergies
Contrary to conventional wisdom, putting off solid foods for the
first few months of an infant's life may not lower the risk of
childhood allergies and asthma, a new study suggests.
-
January 7, 2008
Breast-Feeding Seems to Protect Against Some Allergies
It helps high-risk infants prone to eczema, asthma and food
allergies, report suggests
-
January 4, 2008
Deformities common among kids with cancer
Children with cancer are more likely than other children to have a
variety of deformities, such as droopy eyelids and legs of
different lengths, new research shows. This suggests that there are
genetic defects or early prenatal environmental factors that
influence the occurrence of both problems.
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"Psychoeducation" doesn't increase melanoma
survival
Contrary to earlier findings, a psychoeducational intervention
provides no survival benefit and doesn't increase the time between
treatment and recurrence in patients with malignant melanoma of the
skin, Danish researchers report.
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Registered nurses have lower overall mortality
risk
Nurses have a lower risk of dying from several different conditions
compared with individuals in the general population, according to
the findings of a large Canadian study of registered nurses (RNs).
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46 Million Americans Suffer From Arthritis
By 2030, 40% of U.S. adults will have the condition, experts say
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January 2, 2008
Health Tip: Caring for a Minor Burn
Here's what to do
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Health Tip: Heal Baby's Diaper Rash
Suggestions to help it go away
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January 1, 2008
Hostility tied to lower levels of antioxidants
Hostility could increase people's risk of heart disease by
depleting their levels of certain heart-healthy antioxidants, new
research suggests.
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December 31, 2007
Seasonal Safety Tips for Older Adults
Some seniors have a hard time coping with winter's chill, experts
warn
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High-fat, high-carb meals more harmful to obese
Eating a high-fat, high-carb fast food meal produces damaging
cellular changes that are greater and longer-lasting in obese
people than in normal-weight people, a new study shows.
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December 28, 2007
Young women vary in reasons for indoor tanning
Young women have wide-ranging reasons for going to the tanning
salon, which means they likely need different motivations to stop,
according to researchers.
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Health Tip: Triggers of Acne
Factors that could increase your risk
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December 26, 2007
Health Tip: Teach Yourself to Shave
Help prevent nicks and cuts
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December 18, 2007
Some psoriasis linked to higher death rates: study
People who suffer from severe psoriasis die younger than people
with mild cases or without the disease, for reasons that are
unclear, researchers said on Monday.
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Crohn's disease different in boys than in girls
Crohn's disease tends to be more severe in girls than in boys, but
boys with the disorder are more prone to stunted growth, new
research suggests.
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Severe Psoriasis Linked to Higher Death Risk
During 15-year study, chances of dying were 50% higher
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December 15, 2007
Study Finds Cholesterol Fine-Tunes Hearing
Research in rodents shows amount in outer hair cell membranes
affects sound
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Fish Give Clues to Human Skin Color Changes
A common gene helps species adapt to new environments, scientists
say
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December 11, 2007
Health Tip: Take Care of Your Lips This Winter
Ways to help prevent chapping
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December 7, 2007
Black raspberries may prevent cancer of esophagus
People with chronic irritation of the esophagus caused by the
backup of stomach acid - a condition known as Barrett's esophagus
-- may benefit from incorporating black raspberries into their
diet, suggest research findings reported today during the Sixth
Annual International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention,
sponsored by the American Association for Cancer Research.
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Health Tip: Bruises May Signal Health Problems
When they are cause for concern
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December 6, 2007
Broccoli compound may ameliorate skin disease
The natural compound sulforaphane, which is abundant in broccoli
and other cruciferous vegetables, may have a role in the treatment
of epidermolysis bullosa simplex, according to research presented
during the annual meeting of the American Society for Cell Biology
in Washington, DC.
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December 5, 2007
Health Tip: Why Do I Bruise Easily?
Some common causes
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December 4, 2007
Honey eases nighttime cough, improves kids' sleep
A spoonful of honey can quiet children's nighttime cough and help
them -- and their parents -- sleep better, a new study shows.
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Health Tip: Dressing for Warmth
Protect your skin this winter
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November 30, 2007
China AIDS rate slows, main transmission now sex
The rate of new HIV/AIDS infections in China is slowing and is now
mainly being transmitted through sex, which the government could
tackle with a circumcision campaign, the health minister said on
Thursday.
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Gene Tweak Reverses Aging in Mouse Skin Cells
It's a long way from this to a human 'fountain of youth,' however
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November 28, 2007
Glutamine supplements may help tiniest babies
Very low-birth-weight infants given supplements of the amino acid
glutamine have a reduced likelihood of developing eczema during the
first year of life, researchers report.
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November 22, 2007
Most steroid users are not athletes: study
Contrary to the popular image of the typical steroid user -- a
teenage athlete trying to get an edge or a professional competitor
who wants to win -- many users are in their 20s and 30s,
well-educated and don't even play sports, a study suggests.
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November 21, 2007
Stem cells without embryos: skin cells transformed
Two separate teams of researchers announced on Tuesday they had
transformed ordinary skin cells into batches of cells that look and
act like embryonic stem cells, but without using cloning technology
and without making embryos.
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Doctor says nothing wrong with Donda West surgery
The plastic surgeon who operated on rap star Kanye West's mother
before she died went public about the case on Tuesday, saying
nothing had gone wrong during the surgery.
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Maternal asthma effects infant eczema risk
Breast-feeding infants in the first 2 years of life provides
protective effects, but these protective effects are weakened if
the mother has allergies or asthma, according to findings published
in the current of the Journal of Pediatrics.
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Hurricanes Katrina, Rita Left Skin Rashes in Their Wake
CDC researchers detail dermatologic conditions of workers
rebuilding New Orleans
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Health Tip: Before a Wart is Removed
How to prepare
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November 20, 2007
Smoking accelerates men's hair loss: study
While Asian men generally have less trouble than Caucasians with
the most common form of hereditary male baldness, smoking
cigarettes may erase that edge, researchers said on Monday.
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U.S. seizes discontinued eyelash product
U.S. marshals on Friday seized 12,682 applicator tubes of a
discontinued cosmetic called Age Intervention Eyelash, which the
Food and Drug Administration said could harm some users' vision.
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Diabetics risk foot ulcers from ill-fitting shoes
New research from the UK suggests that most people with diabetes
are wearing shoes that don't fit correctly, putting them at risk of
foot ulcers, which can ultimately lead to amputation.
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November 13, 2007
Key to MRSA Virulence in Community Discovered
Bacteria target immune system cells sent to kill them, study finds
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November 9, 2007
A Little Wine, Sunlight Help Boost Women's Health
Two small studies suggest life-enhancing, life-extending benefits
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November 3, 2007
Stress Robs Skin of Antimicrobial Defenses
Researchers discover how it leads to 'nervous breakdown' in the
epidermis
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October 26, 2007
Broccoli May Help Fight Skin Cancer
Natural compound shields against effects of UV rays
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October 19, 2007
Drug-Resistant Staph Infections Reaching Epidemic Levels in Some
Parts of U.S.
CDC official notes southern part of country most affected.
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September 19, 2007
Tissue-Growth Gene Tied to Scleroderma
Finding is a step towards treating the autoimmune disorder.
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September 18, 2007
Skin Cooling After Laser Treatment Could Leave Marks
It raises risks for unsightly blemishes, research shows
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August 28, 2007
Antibacterial Soap Claims Just Don't Wash
Consumer products no more effective than plain cleansers at
preventing infection, study says
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August 24, 2007
Lip Balm Use Can Become Addictive
From expert's mouth to your ears: Be sensible to avoid skin
irritation
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August 23, 2007
FDA Proposes New Rules for Sunscreens
New labeling would indicate UVA protection, not just UVB.
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August 20, 2007
Green Tea May Brew Up Healthier Skin
In mouse study, it eased psoriasis as it lowered inflammation
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August 6, 2007
Researchers Identify Cause of Rosacea
Overproduction of 2 inflammatory proteins at base of chronic facial
redness, study says
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July 27, 2007
Scleroderma: A Rare but Devastating Disease
Symptoms can range from hardened skin to damaged internal organs.
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July 22, 2007
Tattoos Can Be Troublesome to Remove
Experts offer tips on picking more easily erased types, locations
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June 23, 2007
Stay Out of Poison Ivy's Way
But if you do make contact, experts have tips on easing allergy
symptoms.
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June 19, 2007
Long-Term Use of Psoriasis Drug Called Safe
Enbrel produced no more side effects than a placebo, study says.
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May 24, 2007
Vitamin A Lotion May Be Wrinkle-Fighter
Skin-building compounds enhanced by retinol use in weekly
treatments, study says
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May 16, 2007
Hair Follicles May Regrow After Head Wounds
Finding in mice could lead to dermabrasion baldness treatments,
scientists say.
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April 23, 2007
Dermatologists Best for Melanoma Diagnosis
Patients survived longer if skin specialist spotted the lesion,
study found
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March 21, 2007
Port-Wine Stains Can Return After Laser Treatment
Decade-long study suggests retreatment may be necessary.
-
March 8, 2007
Cancer-Fighting Gene Guards Against Sun Damage
Gene jumpstarts tanning process, which protects against skin
cancer.
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February 26, 2007
Shoddy Cosmetic Procedures Can Leave Lasting Damage
Asking the right questions beforehand can prevent a lifetime of
harm, experts say.
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February 20, 2007
'Plasma' Technique a New Wrinkle-Fighter
Device improves appearance with faster healing time, study
suggests.
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February 13, 2007
New Drug Helps Ease Psoriasis
75% of those taking Humira had better skin clearance, study finds
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February 2, 2007
Psoriasis Often Goes Untreated: Survey
The poll also found links between low income, worsening disease
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January 21, 2007
Winter Skin Care Tips Soften Season's Bite
Simple precautions can keep you in the pink, dermatologist says
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November 6, 2006
Hot Air Spells Death for Head Lice
New device exterminates the bugs and their eggs, developers say.
