Skin Care
Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices
New survey finds 1 in 7 products still claim an ‘SPF’ rating of 50 or higher
May 20, 2013read on->Unusual Heat May Have Boosted West Nile Virus Last Year: CDC
More illnesses, deaths from mosquito-borne disease reported in 2012 than in recent years, agency says
May 13, 2013read on->Look for New, Improved Sunscreen Labels
Choosing effective sun protection should be easier now, experts say
May 10, 2013read on->Dog DNA May Yield Clues to Human Eczema
Findings point to abnormal skin barrier as culprit, researchers say
May 10, 2013read on->Red Hair Pigment Might Raise Melanoma Risk: Study
Dermatologists say redheads must take extra care to check skin, avoid sun
May 9, 2013read on->Immune Cell Discovery May One Day Lead to Herpes Vaccine: Study
Understanding specialized cells could be key to preventing genital herpes, researchers say
May 8, 2013read on->Buying Testosterone Supplements Online Can Be Risky
Most sellers extol benefits with little mention of potential health hazards, study finds
May 7, 2013read on->Pediatricians Endorse New Acne Treatment Guidelines
Experts note many medications now available for range of cases
May 6, 2013read on->Kids on Medicaid May Face Barriers to Eczema Treatment
Study investigated access to dermatologists for children with the skin condition
May 3, 2013read on->First Aid Tips for Treating Cuts, Scrapes and Puncture Wounds
Acting quickly can help injuries heal faster, prevent infection
May 2, 2013read on->Penicillin Prevents Return of Leg Infection Called Cellulitis: Study
However, the painful infection comes back once drug is stopped, researchers say
May 1, 2013read on->Keep Beauty Regimen Safe During Pregnancy, Doctor Advises
Helpful tips can reassure expectant mothers about their hair, nail and skin care treatments
April 30, 2013read on->Ingredient in New MS Drug Linked to Serious Brain Disease
Reports found four psoriasis patients who took similar drug developed rare but sometimes deadly condition
April 24, 2013read on->Kids More Likely to Pick Up Warts at Home, Not Public Spaces
Study found close contact with relatives, friends who had warts was greatest risk factor
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Among Hispanics, Risky Sun Exposure Varies by Language Spoken: Study
English-speaking adults less likely to protect themselves, researchers find
April 17, 2013read on->Strides Made in Preventing Cancer, But Challenges Remain: Report
American Cancer Society looked at smoking, obesity, disease screening, tanning and more
April 11, 2013read on->Tick-Borne Meat Allergy May Have Affected Virginia Kids
Study found 45 suspected cases in 2011 and 2012
April 10, 2013read on->Bedbug Remedy Based on Kidney Bean Leaves?
Microscopic hairs on the plants stab the blood-thirsty critters, study shows
April 10, 2013read on->Few U.S. Seniors Take Advantage of Shingles Vaccine
Large study found shot effective but only 4 percent of older adults receive it
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