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(Mental_Floss) August 3, 2009
In this slideshow, a blogger reviews seven of the most extreme skin conditions, including leprosy, rhinophyma, and hypertrichosis lanuginosa.
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(HealthScout) August 3, 2009
But more patients are interested in the less expensive and less invasive procedures as the economy has slumped, experts say.
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(Modern Mom) August 2, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a major recall of all Clarcon skincare products after U.S. Marshalls seized all supplies involved of their manufacture.
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(Wall Street Journal) August 1, 2009
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall.
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(Los Angeles Times) July 29, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to consumers that they should avoid using body-building supplements that are marketed as containing steroids or steroid-like substances.
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(KOMO News) July 29, 2009
Officials with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have concluded that silver mercury fillings do not contain enough mercury to harm the millions of children and adults who have received them.
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(NPR) July 27, 2009
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
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(CNN) July 27, 2009
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight.
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(CNN) July 23, 2009
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote.
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(Examiner.com) July 22, 2009
Skincare expert Renee Rouleau offers these six tips for caring for skin in the summer.
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(Los Angeles Times) July 22, 2009
A reporter looks at the reasons behind people's obsession with aging-related beauty products, including how the beauty industry itself helps fuel the belief that "youth in a jar" is possible.
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(Reuters) July 16, 2009
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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(Forbes) July 15, 2009
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans.
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(Wall Street Journal) July 15, 2009
Dr. Regina Benjamin, President Obama's choice for Surgeon General, puts the face of primary care at the forefront of the Obama administration's healthcare reform efforts, experts say.
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(CNN Money) July 12, 2009
Unemployment rates are climbing and medical bills are mounting, forcing many American to pay their medical bills with credit cards.
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(HealthScout) July 12, 2009
New research suggests that medications such as Enbrel, Humira, and Remicade may increase patients' risk of developing tuberculosis.
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(HealthNewsDigest.com) July 7, 2009
Natural remedy experts say that with more than 180 separate compounds, neem can help rejuvenate and protect the hair, skin, and scalp.
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(CNN) July 2, 2009
Officials say 70 percent of fireworks-related accidents happen between June 20th and July 20th every year, with the largest number of people injured by the devices falling into the 14- to 17-year-old age group.
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(Kaiser Health News) July 2, 2009
According to Kaiser Health News, the hospital industry is about to agree to accept federal funding cuts of $150 billion to $170 billion over the next decade to help pay for efforts to reform the national healthcare system.
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(Associated Press) July 1, 2009
Drugmaker Roche says it will stop selling its acne medication Accutane because the med's sales have dropped off due to competition from cheaper generic versions of the drug.
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(Kaiser Health News) June 30, 2009
The Associated Press is reporting that the nation's largest private employer, Wal-Mart, has announced that it supports an employer health insurance mandate.
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(CNN) June 29, 2009
The average total wait time in an emergency room in the United States is four hours and three minutes, but experts say there are ways you can cut down your wait.
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(ABC News) June 24, 2009
Patients are full of complaints about their doctors, but many doctors feel the same way about some of their patients.
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(HealthScout) June 24, 2009
According to a new survey, most people buy their sunglasses based on their style and their price--not on their ability to protect their eyes from harmful rays.
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(Health.com) June 24, 2009
Experts discuss how locales such as The Dead Sea in Jordan and Israel, Blue Lagoon in Iceland, and Soap Lake in Washington State may help psoriasis, eczema, and other skin problems.
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(HealthScout) June 23, 2009
According to a new study, patients who have routine blood tests done by their primary care physician often are never informed about the results.
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(HealthScout) June 22, 2009
Experts say most people are not aware that their dogs and cats are capable of spreading methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
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(Los Angeles Times) June 22, 2009
U.S. drugmakers have agreed to pay out $80 million in discounts to seniors over the next decade in an effort to help pay for President Obama's healthcare reform plan.
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(CNN) June 18, 2009
A health reporter answers some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare reform to help you understand this process as it moves through Congress.
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(HealthScout) June 17, 2009
People who have the skin condition psoriasis have an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and death, most likely due to the inflammation common to the conditions.
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(Kaiser Health News) June 17, 2009
Despite calls to stop the practice, executives from the insurance industry's top three insurers--UnitedHealth Group, Wellpoint, and Assurant--say they will continue to cancel the insurance policies of some sick patients.
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(ABC News) June 16, 2009
Experts discuss a hair loss drug that fights prostate cancer, a cough medicine that may increase the chances of conception, and seven other drugs that work to treat more than one condition.
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(CNN) June 15, 2009
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform.
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(HealthScout) June 15, 2009
According to a new study, many women appear to lack the resources or time to participate in a clinical trial.
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(HealthDay News) June 12, 2009
Flushing expired or unused prescription medications may seem like a safe and easy way to dispose of them, but health experts say this practice harms the environment.
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(Reuters) June 12, 2009
According to a new Canadian study, people who suffer from inflammatory bowel disease are more likely to become infected with the "superbug" methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus than people with other gastrointestinal problems.
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(United Press International) June 12, 2009
In a recent study, British researchers found that only half of the people asked where their heart was could identity where it was located.
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(Daily Mail) June 12, 2009
Japanese scientists have found that stress really does give you gray hair--but the good news is that it also may offer some protection from cancer.
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(Boston.com) June 10, 2009
The U.S Food and Drug Administration has granted approval for an at-home laser to treat wrinkles around the eyes.
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(HealthDay News) June 9, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to use Clarcon skin sanitizers and skin protectants because they may be contaminated with a bacteria that could make users sick.
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(CNN) June 8, 2009
A health reporter gives fives ways you can know if a medical discount or insurance plan is a scam.
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(HealthScout) June 8, 2009
Scientists working with mice have found that a compound made from hydrangea root stopped the progression of an autoimmune disease in the animals.
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(MedPage Today) June 3, 2009
More than half of the psoriasis patients in a new study tested positive for the human herpes virus 8 (HHV-8), a finding that suggests the virus may play a role in the development of the disease.
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(Health.com) June 3, 2009
In this slideshow, expert give photos and descriptions of some of the most common rashes.
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(HealthScout) June 3, 2009
A new drug called Besivance has been approved for bacterial conjunctivitis, the contagious condition commonly known as "pink eye."
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(NPR) June 3, 2009
Dermatologists say some patients, particularly those who had silicone injections long ago, are having problems with the silicone hardening and becoming more pronounced over time.
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(CNN) June 1, 2009
The death of boxer Mike Tyson's four-year-old daughter Exodus in a treadmill accident is a tragic reminder that the home can be a place of hidden dangers.
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(HealthDay News) June 1, 2009
Scientists say they've found a way to transform skin cells into stem cells, an advance that could accelerate the field of regenerative medicine.
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(Los Angeles Times) May 28, 2009
Scientists have discovered that healthy human skin is home to roughly 1,000 species of bacteria.
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(CNN) May 28, 2009
Who has the right to make decisions about a child's medical needs--the parents, the doctors, or the courts?
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(HealthKnowItAll.net) May 27, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will delay making a decision on the approval of Stelara, a new drug to treat the skin condition psoriasis.
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(Reuters) May 27, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided to delay its approval of the wrinkle med Botox for the treatment of upper limb muscle spasticity in stroke victims.
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(NPR) May 27, 2009
A reporter talks to experts about the best ways to protect yourself from sun, heat, and insects.
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(Reuters) May 26, 2009
Prescription drug advertisements have drawn fire for portraying healthy-looking, smiling patients while explaining benefits, and then rushing through or providing distractions when required risk information is given.
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(BBC News) May 26, 2009
Skin damaged by eczema appears to produce thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP)--a substance that is also produced in the lungs of asthma patients.
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(CNN) May 21, 2009
Most new college graduates say they're ready for the "real world." But are they ready for the world of health insurance?
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(HealthScout) May 21, 2009
A system that allows suspect skin conditions to be evaluated by e-mail may also keep cut costs, researchers say.
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(National Institutes of Health) May 20, 2009
Call for adults ages 18 years to 75 years old who have severe hand eczema to participate in a study.
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(HealthScout) May 20, 2009
The results of a new study in mice might explain how eczema is linked to asthma.
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(CNN) May 18, 2009
A health reporter gives five tips for getting health insurance coverage if you have a pre-existing medical condition, including using COBRA, finding assistance through your state, and becoming a "group of one."
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(HealthScout) May 18, 2009
According to a new study, a half a glass of wine or other alcohol beverage each day boosts men's life expectancy by five years.
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(HealthScout) May 13, 2009
Experts at the Cleveland Clinic offer skin care suggestions to help you have healthy, beautiful skin.
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(HealthScout) May 13, 2009
Researchers say UVB therapy at home is safe, effective, and more convenient for people who have the skin condition psoriasis.
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(HealthScout) May 12, 2009
Older adults who are able to read, understand, and use health and medical information are happier, new research suggests.
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(United Press International) May 11, 2009
According to a new government report, women are nearly twice as likely as men to suffer from major depression, three times more likely to attempt suicide, and two to three times more likely to experience anxiety disorders than men.
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(HealthScout) May 3, 2009
According to a new poll, more than half of U.S. adults surveyed believe the federal agency is falling behind in safeguarding food, drugs.
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(dbTechno) May 3, 2009
Dysport is very similar to Botox, since it comes in the form of an injection designed to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
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(HealthDay News) April 30, 2009
Using injections of Botox to relax muscle spasms carries severe risks, the federal agency says.
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(Reuters) April 30, 2009
The anti-cancer drug Nexavar has failed to work against skin cancer in a late-stage clinical trial.
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(The Rockefeller University) April 29, 2009
Ultraviolet light and sunshine are proven treatments for psoriasis, and investigators hope this study will help them discover why this is the case.
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(HealthScout) April 28, 2009
The study's authors say using one half cup of bleach in a full bathtub once or twice a week is enough to keep eczema flares under control.
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(HealthScout) April 28, 2009
Researchers have found that many patients are waiting years after a diagnosis to fill a first prescription because of high co-pay costs.
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(The Associated Press) April 26, 2009
Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus.
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(Christian Science Monitor) April 26, 2009
Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic.
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(Huffington Post) April 26, 2009
Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus.
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(BakerfieldNow.com) April 26, 2009
The federal government has declared a public health emergency to deal with swine flu, the Associated Press reports.
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(New York Times) April 24, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug called Simponi for people who suffer from arthritis related to immune-system disorders.
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(HealthScout) April 22, 2009
According to a recent study in mice, ellagic acid, which is found in berries and nuts, limits wrinkling.
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(MSNBC) April 21, 2009
People who suffer from the skin disorder psoriasis have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, a new study suggests.
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(CNN) April 15, 2009
In this article, a health reporter talks to experts about foods that help such areas as your skin, hair, eyesight, bones, brain, and heart.
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(Yahoo! Health) April 15, 2009
Experts say that if you sweat a lot and have tried several different antiperspirants without success, the problem might be how you're applying your antiperspirant and not the product itself.
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(Womenshealth.gov) April 15, 2009
An international team of scientists has discovered nerve fibers in the skin that transmit pleasure messages to the brain, a finding they say may improve the understanding of how touch affects human relationships.
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(HealthScout) April 15, 2009
The drug scores well for skin appearance in three recent clinical trials.
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(HealthScout) April 15, 2009
Patients who take steroids to control symptoms of asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and other autoimmune diseases may be helped by a yearly injection of the bone drug Reclast.
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(New York Times) April 13, 2009
In a step that critics have long requested, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will begin checking the safety of some of the riskiest medical devices.
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(HealthScout) April 13, 2009
A new study shows golimumab improved physical function, eased symptoms in patients with the condition.
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(HealthScout) April 10, 2009
But doctors differ on degree of peril, saying genetics likely a key player in the development of the autoimmune disease.
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(United Press International) April 9, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reporting that the maker of the psoriasis drug Raptiva is pulling the drug from the U.S. market.
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(The Associated Press) April 2, 2009
Grocery store chain Kroger has recalled some store brand mayonnaise because it may be contaminated with salmonella.
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(HealthFinder) April 1, 2009
A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that though bed bug bites may keep people from sleeping soundly, they don't pose a disease risk.
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(HealthScout) April 1, 2009
Doctor urges first responders to clean equipment regularly with alcohol wipes to avoid spreading the dangerous infection.
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(The Associated Press) March 31, 2009
The drugstore chain Walgreens is offering free clinic visits to people who lose their jobs and health insurance through the end of this year.
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(The Associated Press) March 31, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to eat any products containing pistachios because the nuts may be contaminated with salmonella.
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(Kroger.com) March 30, 2009
The recalled products may be contaminated with salmonella, Kroger officials say.
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(The Press Association) March 30, 2009
Cleaning fluids used in hospitals may pose a health risk to patients and employees, researchers say.
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(Science Daily) March 29, 2009
Scientists say they may have found a way to track the start of autoimmune disease such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and lupus.
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(HealthScout) March 29, 2009
According to a new study, licorice's potential interaction with cyclosporine could lead to fatal complications in users.
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(CNN) March 29, 2009
A health reporter talks to experts about how you can navigate the "minefield" of choosing a private health plan.
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(HealthScout) March 26, 2009
If your face gets flushed when you drink alcohol, you could be in danger of developing esophageal cancer.
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(HealthDay News) March 26, 2009
New studies find that e-monitoring of hand washing, better room cleaning and checks on patient transfers are key to controlling the disease's spread.
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(HealthScout) March 26, 2009
Experts offer advice on keeping skin safe from the sun's harmful rays.
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(Telegraph) March 24, 2009
Eczema rates have skyrocketed, British experts say, and the blame may lie on the modern obsession with cleanliness.
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(CNN) March 19, 2009
A recent study by Consumer Reports has found that 28 percent of Americans have taken dangerous steps to cut the cost of their prescription medications.
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(HealthScout) March 19, 2009
Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
In the wake of the sudden death Wednesday of actress Natasha Richardson, reports that she suffered critical brain damage after a seemingly minor fall on a Canadian ski slope on Tuesday have many people wondering how this could happen.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
Teas, acupuncture reduce itching, improve quality of life, study finds.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
Factors that lead to skin cancer make uveal melanoma more likely, too, study finds.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
A new study has found that the drug for skin condition cuts nail pain, too.
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(HealthScout) March 18, 2009
Reloxin is already approved outside US, but not all experts are convinced by new study.
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(HealthScout) March 16, 2009
Too many choices along with confusing options are throwing up roadblocks to making the smartest decision, report says.
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(HealthScout) March 11, 2009
The Supreme Court made the ruling based on a case involving a Vermont musician who lost her arm to an anti-nausea drug.
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(WKOWTV.com) March 11, 2009
Doctors say negative online reviews of their services can ruin their reputations, but consumer advocates say patients have a right to post reviews on their care.
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(HealthScout) March 11, 2009
A new small study finds pulsed-dye beam with topical meds improved lesions in one to two weeks.
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(HealthScout) March 11, 2009
Skin blistering, as well as family history, appears linked to skin disorder, expert says.
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(CNN) March 10, 2009
According to experts, people lie to their doctors for a number of reasons, but keeping secrets from your doctor can endanger your health.
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(Los Angeles Times) March 10, 2009
A reporter answers some of the most common questions about how healthcare reform may--or may not--change the way you manage your health.
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(Iowa Health) March 4, 2009
It turns out that keeping your life stress-free may not help you avoid gray hair, but scientists say their finding may lead to new anti-aging treatments.
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(CNN) March 4, 2009
A woman who suffers from a condition called hidradenitis suppurativa asks Dr. Otis Brawley about having surgery to stop the recurrances of the infections associated with the condition.
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(Associated Press) February 25, 2009
Florida regulators have banned a trendy pedicure treatment that involves fish nibbling the dead skin from clients' feet.
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(WAFB Channel 9) February 25, 2009
Researchers in Switzerland have identified a new skin disorder caused by the overuse of video game consoles.
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(HealthDay News) February 23, 2009
In a recent meeting with governors at the White House, President Barack Obama said his administration intends to distribute $15 billion within two days to help with states' Medicaid payments to the poor.
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(CNN) February 23, 2009
A reporter talks to experts about the best ways to deal with emergency medical personnel so that you and your symptoms are taken seriously.
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(HealthScout) February 23, 2009
A new study wants the FDA to mandate boxes that clearly state how well a medication works.
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(HealthScout) February 19, 2009
Ustekinumab effective for those who don't respond to current treatments, study finds.
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(HealthScout) February 18, 2009
Rashes, hives, other problems exacerbated by wartime conditions, researchers say.
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(Health.com) February 18, 2009
Children who have eczema are more likely to be diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new study has found.
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(CNN) February 18, 2009
In addition to physical appearance traits, there are also health problems that parents can pass on to their children.
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(CNN) February 16, 2009
If you're one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage.
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(CNN) February 8, 2009
A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times.
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(New York Times) February 8, 2009
Experts say there are ways people can save money on prescriptions during these hard economic times, including comparing retail outlets and talking to their doctors about less expensive options.
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(Medical News Today) February 4, 2009
According to new research, UV light tooth-bleaching treatments give absolutely no benefit over bleaching without UV, and they damage skin and eyes up to four times as much as sunbathing.
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(Los Angeles Times) February 4, 2009
A group of skin-care experts discusses seven ingredients to watch in 2009, including carnosine, sirtuin activators, and Argan oil.
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(HealthySkinNews.com) February 4, 2009
According to experts, there are ways of taking care of your skin that won't cost you a proverbial "arm and a leg."
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(Reuters UK) February 1, 2009
The economic stimulus plan currently being debated in Washington would pour millions of dollars into healthcare, experts say.
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(MedlinePlus) January 27, 2009
The study of retinoid tretinoin cream was halted six months early when a increased risk of death was seen in veterans using the cream versus those using a placebo.
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(HealthDay News) January 25, 2009
Dr. Robert Weiss, president of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, offers a list of tips for dealing with the pain and appearance of varicose and spider veins.
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(New York Times) January 25, 2009
As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip.
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(HealthDay News) January 25, 2009
Experts say Americans eat 700 million pounds of peanut butter every year, which is complicating the recall effort.
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(HealthDay News) January 21, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics.
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(New York Times) January 21, 2009
In this audio slideshow from The New York Times, people who suffer from psoriasis share their stories, in their own words and with their own voices.
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(New York Times) January 18, 2009
The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present.
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(Los Angeles Times) January 17, 2009
This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility.
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(HealthDay News) January 17, 2009
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter.
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(Reuters UK) January 14, 2009
The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs.
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(Associated Press) January 11, 2009
Former Senator Tom Daschle has vowed that if chosen to be health secretary, the healthcare reform process will be aggressive and open, and it will move quickly to improve care while lowering costs.
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(HealthDay News) January 5, 2009
U.S. researchers have discovered that though healthy adults have autoimmune disease-causing cells, these cells are switched "off" in these people.
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(CBS News) December 28, 2008
Experts say changes are coming in the way doctors treat breast cancer, obesity, Alzheimer's disease, and even wrinkled skin.
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(Israel21c) December 23, 2008
An Israeli-American drug company is developing a new drug that its makers say may be able to treat both skin cancer and psoriasis.
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(Los Angeles Times) December 23, 2008
Surgeons discuss the 22-hour operation, which was only the fourth such procedure done in the world and was the most extensive transplant undertaken so far.
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(Medical News Today) December 23, 2008
The medication, alitretinoin, has already been approved by some countries in Europe for use in patients who have severe hand eczema that is not responsive to topical steroids.
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(Washington Post) December 16, 2008
Taiwanese researchers have found that people who suffer from psoriasis have higher amounts of an obesity-related hormone called leptin than people who do not have the skin condition.
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(U.S. News and World Report) December 16, 2008
Age spots, also known as liver spots, are dark patches that appear on the skin, often on the back of the hands, face, shoulders, and arms.
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(HealthDay News) December 16, 2008
Though many people--including doctors--consider leprosy a problem from Biblical times, there are still thousands of people in the United States who suffer from the condition, and more are diagnosed every year.
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(rochesterhomepage.net) December 9, 2008
Many people are having to re-evaluate their expenses in these hard economic times, and skin treatments might be too pricey for some budgets.
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(Reuters) December 3, 2008
Doctors have noticed that the incidence of birthmarks known as infantile hemangiomas has grown in recent years, and new research suggests that low birth weight is a leading cause.
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(Brantford Expositor) December 3, 2008
Mayo Clinic experts say there are things we can do to help skin stay healthy as we age.
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(seattlepi.com) November 25, 2008
Experts say that though what you put on your skin is important for its health, what you put in your body can also have a powerful effect on your skin.
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(HealthDay News) November 18, 2008
Taiwanese researchers have found that indigo ointment, a plant-based treatment used in traditional Chinese medicine, may help people who suffer from treatment-resistant, plaque-type psoriasis.
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(U.S. News and World Report) November 18, 2008
The FDA's investigation comes in response to reports of allergic reactions in people receiving the treatments, including some that were life-threatening.
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(ACED Magazine) November 18, 2008
Winter can be especially hard on skin as cold temperatures, low humidity levels, and windy conditions can cause skin to dry, chafe, and crack.
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(HealthDay) November 13, 2008
Fair skin and other things that can increase your risk
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(HealthDay) November 12, 2008
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(HealthDay) November 11, 2008
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(HealthDay) October 30, 2008
Avoid things that make the skin problem worse
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(The Associated Press) October 17, 2008
The weekly injection may increase the risk of opportunistic infections.
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(Times Online) October 17, 2008
Some patients who suffer from rosacea, eczema, and other skin disorders find it difficult to find cosmetics that won't irritate the skin.
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(HealthDay) October 17, 2008
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(InteliHealth) October 10, 2008
A patient wants to know what could be causing the skin on her hands to become painful and peel.
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(USA Today) October 2, 2008
A small study has found that the chemicals used in cosmetics aimed at teens and young women may pose health risks.
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(MSNBC) October 2, 2008
An unusual skin condition that researchers are calling Morgellons syndrome is sparking a debate on whether the symptoms are physical or all in a patient's mind.
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(The Associated Press) October 2, 2008
A recent study suggests that the biologic medication ustekinumab reduced psoriasis symptoms better than Enbrel, and with fewer doses.
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(Los Angeles Times) September 26, 2008
A new study suggests that women who smooth out facial wrinkles with Botox injections may make a better first impression.
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(BBC) September 25, 2008
Eating fish while still an infant may help prevent the development of eczema, a new study has found.
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(HealthDay) September 30, 2008
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(National Institutes of Health) September 12, 2008
Call for patients who have moderate to severe psoriasis to participate in a study.
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(Reader's Digest) September 12, 2008
In this report from Reader's Digest, one reporter talks to experts about several new medications and skin-saving creams that may help ease psoriasis.
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(Telegraph.co.uk) September 12, 2008
Bacteria commonly found in sulphurous thermal springs and spas may help heal atopic eczema, a new study suggests.
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(HealthDay) September 30, 2008
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(Canada.com) August 12, 2008
Anemia is traditionally seen as a health problem that should be
addressed, but a new study suggests anemia may help heal the body.
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(HealthDay) August 7, 2008
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(Yahoo! Health) August 5, 2008
The swelling and pain that accompanies RA and lupus appears to
interfere with stroke rehabilitation, researchers say.
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(HealthDay) July 26, 2008
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(ChronicPainConnection.com) June 24, 2008
The American Pain Foundation, in collaboration with The
HealthCentral Network, is inviting you to share your painting,
sculpture, video, words, or pictures about living with pain.
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(HealthDay) June 19, 2008
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(CNN) June 1, 2008
Most experts agree that getting a massage is a good thing, but for
people who suffer from some health problems, massage can actually
make their conditions worse.
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(HealthDay) May 22, 2008
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(Reuters) May 1, 2008
A new survey has found that 23 percent of Americans loan their
prescription medications to someone else, and 27 percent have
borrowed prescription drugs.
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(MedTrackAlert) May 1, 2008
Every year, thousands of fibromyalgia sufferers are diagnosed with
lupus, a chronic autoimmune disorder. At the same time, many
patients who actually have lupus are told they have fibromyalgia.
Are the two diseases so much alike?
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(HealthDay) April 18, 2008
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(HealthDay) February 23, 2008
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(Medical News Today) February 7, 2008
Acne affects approximately 85 percent of all people ages 12 years
to 24 years old.
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(Baby Center) February 7, 2008
Enbrel is already approved to treat both RA and psoriasis in
adults.
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(HealthDay) January 29, 2008
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(MSN Health & Fitness) January 25, 2008
Anti-TNF medications such as Enbrel, Humira, and Remicade may
reduce levels of harmful cells that affect RA, lupus patients'
immune systems, researchers say.
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(HealthDay) January 19, 2008
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(Medical News Today) January 15, 2008
R348 is a Janus Kinase 3 inhibitor that's been effective at
reducing symptoms of RA, psoriasis, and transplant rejection in
preclinical studies.
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(HealthDay) January 10, 2008
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(HealthDay) December 29, 2007
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(HealthDay) November 21, 2007
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(Forbes.com) September 6, 2007
Researchers have now isolated five genes associated with an
increased risk of RA.
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(About.com) August 21, 2007
Plaquenil is an older medication that's still given to people who
suffer from such conditions as RA and lupus.
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(Forbes.com) June 14, 2007
Scientists working with mice have found that a vitamin-A derivative
helps fight inflammation.
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(PR Newswire) April 17, 2007
MM-093 is being tested for use by patients with RA, psoriasis, and
autoimmune uveitis.
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(CNN Money) April 10, 2007
Patients and consumer groups are asking Congress to help keep costs
down.
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(CNW Group) April 10, 2007
The SureClick device allows patients to self-administer 50 mg/mL of
Enbrel while keeping the needle hidden.
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(RxPGNews) March 12, 2007
Because depression can lead to other health problems, researchers
say it's important to address rheumatic diseases' effects on
appearance.
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(Forbes.com) December 26, 2006
Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus should not be prescribed
Rituxan, the FDA warns.
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(Newswise) November 16, 2006
Researchers hope their study opens up new treatments for
atherosclerosis, which is caused by cholesterol build-up.
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