WORK LIFE Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and it has important functions. When it’s healthy, your skin helps: * Regulate your body’s temperature * Keep invaders like bacteria and fungus out * Protect you from the elements, such as cold and sun Your job & your skin Your skin needs care […]
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SELF-CARE CORNER The skin is the largest organ of the body. Yet, it is easy to overlook what is literally right in front of you when you look in the mirror every day. Regularly examining your skin, including the hard-to-reach places, gives you early notice that you should visit a dermatologist. Catching concerns early makes
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SELF-CARE CORNER Red, itchy skin – you have a rash. Most people get a rash at some point in their lives. Rashes happen when the skin reacts to a foreign “invader.” They also occur with illnesses, like chicken pox or measles. Poison ivy, bug bites, and allergies are all possible causes for a rash. A
MEDICAL NEWS Psoriatic arthritis (PA) is an inflammatory autoimmune condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints. Up to 1 in 3 people with the skin condition psoriasis will go on to develop PA. Most people who experience PA have had psoriasis for ten or more years. However, it is possible to develop
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SELF-CARE CORNER Sitting in the warm sun can be great for your mental health and your daily dose of vitamin D. But too much sun exposure can pose a big problem. Before you get some rays, plan ahead so your fun in the sun doesn’t end with a painful sunburn. *Find shade:You don’t want to
SELF-CARE CORNER Winter weather can create havoc for your skin. Cold air, low humidity, and the use of central heating all contribute to skin becoming dry, red, and itchy. A winter rash is a common skin condition that develops in the cool months. In addition, cool temperatures and dry air create a condition ripe for
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SELF-CARE CORNER Taking proper care of your nails is more than a matter of looks. Clear, strong nails are a marker of good physical health. They reflect everything from your level of stress to the quality of your diet. It may seem like a simple thing, but caring for your nails is an essential part
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SELF-CARE CORNER Hair loss is a normal part of life and aging. The average person loses 100 strands of hair from their scalp every day. Usually, these hairs grow back as part of a hair follicle’s lifecycle. However, as people get older, hair loss usually outpaces hair regrowth. In addition, some people may be susceptible
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WELL-BEING Winter is hard on your skin. Dry indoor air, frequent washing and cold outside air can make skin itchy and painful. Your skin is the largest organ in your body and an important barrier. Protect it! 1. Stay safe with germs: Don’t skip handwashing because your hands are dry. You could end up sick
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SELF-CARE CORNER All winter flakes are not made of snow. Cold weather, with its low relative humidity, wreaks havoc on your skin, making it dry and flaky. Skin dries out if it’s deprived of moisture, and this dryness often aggravates itchiness, resulting in a condition commonly referred to as “winter itch.” During the winter the
