THURSDAY, March 7, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Some acne treatments may banish blemishes but carry hidden dangers: A new report reveals high levels of the carcinogen benzene can form in products that contain the zit-fighting ingredient benzoyl peroxide. According to the new report from the independent laboratory Valisure, benzene “can formContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Feb. 27, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Tattoos are a trendy way to decorate your body, but a new study reveals that the inks used in the process often contain unlisted substances that could cause health problems. An analysis of tattoo inks from nine manufacturers in the United States foundContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Falls, frostbite, fractures: They are all potential hazards of icy winter conditions. But experts say there’s a lot you can do to avoid injury when snowflakes fall. First, stay warm. According to the New York City Department of Health, people lose the bulkContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Feb. 22, 2024 (HealthDay News) — The common hair-loss drug in Propecia and Proscar might lower men’s risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol levels, a new study suggests. Finasteride is used to treat male pattern baldness, and it’s also been shown effective in treating an enlarged prostate, researchersContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Feb. 15, 2024 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday approved the first treatment for severe frostbite. Known as Aurlumyn (iloprost), the injected medication lowers the risk of finger or toe amputation in cases of profound frostbite, the agency said. “This approval provides patientsContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Feb. 2, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Women are much more prone than men to develop autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and lupus. Now, researchers have come up with a potential explanation for that — one that’s rooted in genes that drive a person’s gender. The female bodyContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Feb. 2, 2024 (HealthDay News) — It might take a combination of treatments to rein in problem acne in teens and adults, updated guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggest. The guidelines on the all-too-common condition (acne affects 85% of teens and many adults) haven’t undergone aContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Jan. 27, 2024 9HealthDay News) — When should you worry about a rash? Rashes may look alike, but while over-the-counter medications can treat some rashes, others can signal a more serious condition, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) says. “It is important to watch your symptoms closely at theContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Jan. 20, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Winter isn’t kind to your skin. Dry, cold weather causes dryness, and you might even develop “winter rash” — dry, irritated skin that’s red, bumpy, flaky and burns. That’s why it’s prime time to step up your skin care routine. Dr. Oyetewa Oyerinde,Continue Reading
THURSDAY, Jan. 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Fetal exposure to opioids may change a baby’s immune system, triggering a rise in risks for eczema and asthma through early childhood, new research shows. Children born to women who used opioids during pregnancy had much higher rates of eczema, as well asContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Jan. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) — More than a few folks are considering a cosmetic skin procedure to enhance their looks heading into 2024. Botox, fillers and lasers are common means to sculpt a person’s appearance, but dermatologists recommend a comprehensive approach under the care of a qualified specialist.Continue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 10, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Could the immune system play a role in why some women become depressed during and after a pregnancy? Swedish researchers have uncovered a “bidirectional relationship” between pregnancy-linked depression and autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis and celiac disease. InContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Dec. 26, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The smoke billowing from this summer’s devastating wildfires wasn’t just bad for your lungs. Skin problems also seem to worsen, with dermatology visits rising as air quality deteriorates, a new study says. Visits for eczema spiked at dermatology clinics within the Mass GeneralContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Dec. 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) — People are being maimed by unauthorized fat-dissolving injections meant to tighten up double chins and dissipate flab along the arms, thighs and stomach, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns. The shots are supposed to break down fat cells and reduce fat depositsContinue Reading