SELF-CARE CORNER Wear it. Wear plenty of it. And this summer is the first season for the new FDA regulations. Here’s what you need to know about labels and ingredients from Dr. Alan Friedman of Montefiore Medical Center. Water-resistant Sunscreens claiming to be waterproof and sweat proof are no longer on the shelves. In their […]
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MEDICAL NEWS Psoriasis is a chronic, genetic skin disease that’s not contagious. It results when faulty signals in the immune system prompt skin cells to redevelop too quickly, causing red, scaly areas that crack and bleed. It often affects the elbows, knees, scalp, and torso but can appear anywhere on the body. Psoriasis affects far
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MEDICAL NEWS What’s the harm in a temporary tattoo applied at the beach or boardwalk or state fair? Maybe a lot is wrong. The FDA is reporting problems such as redness, blisters, raised red weeping sores, loss of skin color, increased sensitivity to sunlight, and even permanent scarring from seemingly harmless henna tattoos. Here’s why.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Did you know … the term “sunblock” is no longer used on sunscreen labels because no sunscreen can block all of the sun’s rays? You’ll now see the term “broad spectrum” that indicates a level of protection offered from both UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreens really aren’t waterproof either. Apply and reapply at
SELF-CARE CORNER You can head off hair loss by changing the way you care for your hair, say the experts from the American Academy of Dermatology. * Do you vigorously towel dry your hair? Instead of rubbing wet hair, which is more elastic and vulnerable to breaking, wrap your hair in a towel to absorb
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SELF-CARE CORNER It is important to understand what will help prevent skin cancer and what might actually increase your risk, according to Caliber I.D., a company that makes diagnostic lab instruments. Fact: All skin types and ethnic groups can develop skin cancer. While it is true that Caucasians have a greater risk of skin-related cancer,
SELF-CARE CORNER Shingles is a painful viral infection that affects 30% of Americans every year. It is caused by Varicella Zoster virus, the same virus that causes chicken pox. The outbreak occurs mostly in people 50 years of age and older. The virus can lie dormant in the nerve tissue of the body for many
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SELF-CARE CORNER Warts are noncancerous growths caused by a contagious virus. Common warts usually appear on the hands, and plantar warts appear on the bottoms of the feet. Most common and plantar warts are harmless and will go away on their own with time. But, they may cause pain or embarrassment. As a result, many
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SELF-CARE CORNER Acne can be an emotionally challenging condition for people of almost any age. The American Academy of Dermatology says acne affects up to 50 million people each year. Fortunately, there are a variety of products that can help you manage acne. If you or your child is dealing with acne, check out some
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WELL-BEING If you avoid wearing dark clothing because of those tell-tale dandruff flakes, know this. “Many people believe dandruff is caused by poor hygiene, but this simply isn’t true,” said Dr. Adam J. Friedman, professor and dermatologist at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. “Rather than try to remedy dandruff by over-shampooing or over-brushing your
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