SATURDAY, July 11, 2020 (HealthDay News) — When you’re outside this summer, be sure to protect yourself from the sun, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and nearly 20 Americans die every day from melanoma, the deadliest formContinue Reading
FRIDAY, July 3, 2020 (HealthDay News) — West Virginia loosened fireworks sales rules in 2016. And since then, the state has seen a 40% boom in fireworks-related injuries, researchers say. The regulation change made it easier for people to buy Class C fireworks such as Roman candles, bottle rockets andContinue Reading
THURSDAY, July 2, 2020 (HealthDay News) — With communities across the United States canceling Fourth of July celebrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, backyard fireworks are likely to be more popular than ever. And that has many health experts worried. They fear injuries will soar among amateurs who don’t knowContinue Reading
SUNDAY, June 21, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Psoriasis causes painful skin rashes and joints but can also affect the nails, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Most of the nearly 8 million Americans who suffer from psoriasis will develop nail psoriasis at some time. That’s why it’s important toContinue Reading
SATURDAY, May 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Headed to the beach or park for a little fresh air? Don’t forget your sun protection, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) advises. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, affecting one in five Americans, but many don’t protectContinue Reading
MONDAY, May 25, 2020 (HealthDay News) — With many beaches and parks opening in time for Memorial Day, the American Cancer Society is reminding people to practice sun safety. Overexposing yourself to the sun increases your risk for skin cancer, which is the most common cancer in the United States,Continue Reading
SATURDAY, May 9, 2020 (HealthDay News) — As pandemic-related restrictions ease and people return to parks and other outdoor spaces, remember to protect yourself against another threat — ticks. “With our latest mild winter, ticks have been active in much of the region on warmer days all winter long,” saidContinue Reading
SATURDAY, May 2, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Though most Americans are well aware that protecting themselves from sunburn is important, many don’t take precautions, a new survey finds. Protecting yourself from exposure to sunlight is the best way of preventing skin cancer, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).Continue Reading
SUNDAY, Feb. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — People sometimes refer to menopause as “the change of life,” but many women are surprised that one of the things that changes is their skin, an expert says. “Although fluctuating hormones during menopause can result in a number of skin changes, these don’tContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 5, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Burns on the face, arms and hands that require skin grafts. Acne boils and ugly rashes. Black hairy tongue and other oral lesions. These are some of the ways that vaping can do serious damage to someone’s skin, a new evidence review shows.Continue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Keratosis pilaris, sometimes called chicken skin, is a condition that causes small rough bumps, says the American Academy of Dermatology. Though the condition is generally harmless, some people opt for treatment. To treat chicken skin, the academy suggests: Apply a moisturizer with urea or lactic acid afterContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Jan. 25, 2020 (HealthDay News) — While working out might boost your health and mood, it also might cause your skin to break out. But don’t kick your New Year’s resolutions to the curb just yet, because dermatologists say that exercise-induced acne can be prevented. Experts from the AmericanContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Fleas feed on the blood of people and your furry friends, says the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Flea infestation can be difficult to quash, so prevention is key, the agency says. To prevent, reduce or eliminate flea infestation, the EPA suggests: Check carpets, cushioned furniture and cracksContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — If you cannot stop picking at scabs or bumps, you may have a condition called skin picking disorder (SPD). The urge to pick at the skin affects at least 5 million Americans, says Harvard Medical School. To tackle the issue, the school suggests: Know your triggers. ItContinue Reading