Maintain Healthy Skin

Targeted drug side effects add to cancer costs

2011-12-21T14:30:27Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Painful rashes and other skin-related side effects of newer targeted cancer drugs may jack up treatment costs, suggests a new study.

The average cost of treating each cancer patient who came into a dermatology clinic with skin, hair and nail complaints was almost $2,000, researchers reported this week. That included expenses related to doctors' appointments, derma...

Tanning lotion users more likely to stay out of sun

2011-12-19T15:00:07Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women who use sunless tanning lotions and gels tend to cut back on outdoor sunbathing and trips to tanning beds, according to a new study from Georgia.

Researchers said the findings -- close to 40 percent of women surveyed said they had limited time in the sun because of the products -- mean that the products may be a way to convince women seeking a t...

Panel backs skin cancer advice for youths

2011-11-08T14:30:11Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A government-backed expert panel joined in the fight against skin cancer on Tuesday with a proposal urging doctors to counsel fair-skinned youths about sun protection.

"The definition of fair skin is it doesn't tan very well, so stop trying!" said Dr. Virginia Moyer, head of the LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Minors in the state of California will no longer be allowed to use tanning beds after Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill on Sunday prohibiting anyone under the age of 18 from using ultraviol...

California bans use of tanning beds by minors

2011-10-09T14:30:14Z

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Minors in the state of California will no longer be allowed to use tanning beds after Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill on Sunday prohibiting anyone under the age of 18 from using ultraviolet tanning de...

Skin doctors head to sunnier pastures

2011-09-22T12:30:19Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Certain areas of the United States, including the Midwest and Mountain regions, have an especially hard time holding on to dermatologists, according to a new study.

While most skin doctors who did their residencies in the South or on the West coast, for instance, stayed nearby to practice, othe...

Results show strong European consumer goods demand

2011-08-04T04:30:10Z

LONDON/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Some of Europe's biggest consumer goods groups defied high input costs and tepid demand to report higher sales.

Unilever, Adidas...

Skin lesion risk seen at moderate arsenic levels

2011-06-30T14:30:48Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - High arsenic exposure is known to be a risk factor for skin cancer, but a new study suggests that even more-moderate exposure through drinking water may boost the risk of pre-cancerous skin growths.

The study, reported in the Reuters Health) - Are you a typical American teenager who sends more than 1,000 text messages each month? If so, Botox might impair your communication prowess, suggests a new report of a 17-year-old who had the treatment for a condition that causes excessive sweating.

Doctors who use Botox said they had never heard complaints of texting imp...

Botox rival shows crow's feet advantage in study

2011-06-20T13:30:16Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp's newer anti-wrinkle drug Dysport proved significantly better than Botox at improving crow's feet in a small ...

No physical explanation for delusional infestations

2011-05-16T13:30:16Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People complaining that they were infected with bugs, worms, eggs, fibers, and even triangles, generally had a clean report on medical exams a new study finds.

Although many of the patients diagnosed with "delusional infestation" did have dermatitis -- an itchy skin condition -- the researchers weren't sure if that was causing the symptoms, or if it was a result o...

Dutch woman's bra cure for cleavage wrinkles a hit

2011-04-18T11:01:41Z

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Rachel de Boer finally told some friends a secret she'd kept for years: She slept with stuffed socks sewn between the cups of an old bra to prevent cleavage wrinkles and smooth out her neckline.

Three years later, a professionally designed and manufactured version of that same contraption is sold in 150 ling...

Dermatologists should ditch their neckties but keep white

2011-04-12T20:30:09Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - A U.S. survey of patients at dermatologists' offices sends a clear message to doctors about their attire: scrap the necktie, but don't lose the white coat just yet.

"We're going to proclaim that ties are dead," said Dean Morrell, one of the study's authors and director of pediatric and adolescent dermatology at the Reuters Health) - A new survey of patients at dermatologists' offices sends a clear message to doctors about their attire: scrap the necktie, but don't lose the white coat just yet.

"We're going to proclaim that ties are dead," said Dr. Dean Morrell, one of the study's authors and the director of pediatric and adolescent dermatology at the

Jonathan Knight Laughs Off Tiffany's Gay Outing

2011-01-25T07:30:20Z

New Kids on the Block singer Jonathan Knight has laughed off being outed by nineties pop star Tiffany

New Kids on the Block singer Jonathan Knight has laughed off being outed by nineties pop star Tiffany.

Talking on bi – not gay R...

Skin creams may not protect against all UV light

2011-01-18T15:00:09Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Many daily skin creams that claim to provide ultraviolet protection and anti-aging benefits may not have enough of the critical ingredients needed to block UV-A light, according to new research.

That means consumers who rely on these products may be vulnerable to the effects of UV-A rays, including skin darkening, wrinkles, and skin cancer, in some cases.

Th...

Diet may mitigate toxic effects of arsenic

2011-01-03T09:31:00Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People drinking water naturally contaminated with high levels of arsenic may benefit from eating more radishes, sweet potatoes and other similar plants, a new study finds.

Among residents of Bangladesh, a region highly contaminated with arsenic, those with diets relatively high in roots and gourds - ...

Summary Box: Shoppers treat themselves

2010-12-07T11:00:53Z

Splurges on lattes, lacy bras and other little luxuries offer a reprieve from frugality

SPENDING RETURN: Affordable luxuries like gourmet coffee, lingerie and high-end skin cream have been enjoying a comeback.

THE REASONS: The stock market began to rally in August and higher-income Americans started feeling better about their finances. That has them shrugging off "austerity fatigue."

NOT TOTALLY BACK: It's unclear whether this signals the beginning of ...

OSEA Skincare Harnesses the Power of the Sea

2010-11-30T12:40:09Z

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Best Stay-Gorgeous Secrets

2010-11-30T12:38:57Z

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The World's Best Stay-Gorgeous Secrets

2010-11-30T12:38:56Z

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Photocure announces positive preliminary results from the Allumera consumer trial

2010-11-30T12:37:50Z

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Acne: Spot the Problem

2010-11-30T12:40:26Z

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Types of Scalp Dermatitis

2010-11-29T14:33:32Z

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L'Oreal Lathers Up With Anti-Aging Line

2010-11-29T14:41:46Z

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Albino United kicks against prejudice in Tanzania

2010-11-26T14:30:42Z

As the sun goes down young albino men, normally a persecuted minority here, head eagerly to a sandy roadside patch that serves as a training pitch for Tanzania's Albino United football club.

In a country where scores of albinos have been gruesomely murdered since 2007 to supply witch doctors who use their body parts to concoct lucky charms, this football club aims to show that albinos are just ordinary people who lack pigmentation.

Causes of Premature Balding

2010-11-30T12:38:07Z

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Some pediatric oral lesions carry serious consequences

2010-11-29T14:46:43Z

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In laser mishaps, manufacturers don't share physician's duty

2010-11-29T14:46:43Z

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Elimination of Medicare consultation codes impacts practices

2010-11-29T14:46:43Z

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Dermatologists debate maintenance of certification requirements

2010-11-29T14:46:43Z

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Dedicated dermatologist devotes time to patients, speciality groups

2010-11-29T14:46:43Z

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New Australia phone app aims to fight skin cancer

2010-11-25T22:30:17Z

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australians enjoying the summer sunshine can now know when it's time to cover up and avoid potentially cancer-causing ultraviolet rays thanks to a new iPhone application.

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cance...

Packing List for a Florida Vacation

2010-11-30T12:37:55Z

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How to Use Microfiber Face Cloths

2010-11-29T14:38:19Z

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8 New Ways to Detox

2010-11-29T14:46:22Z

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How to Treat Dark Elbows & Knees

2010-11-29T14:38:13Z

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Hot CVS Deals: Free After ECBs

2010-11-29T14:29:42Z

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Facials

2010-11-29T15:01:05Z

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BeSu Salon and Day Spa

2010-11-29T15:01:05Z

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Steer clear of these holiday makeup missteps.

2010-11-29T14:30:04Z

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Osteopathic continuous certification near ready for early rollout

2010-11-29T14:46:42Z

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Improved interspecialty communication enhances care

2010-11-29T14:46:42Z

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Travel Gifts for Travelers

2010-11-23T12:02:03Z

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Secret Room Events,SLS Hotel and Pevonia Botanica Skincare Golden Globe Gifting Suite...

2010-03-28T14:17:16Z

Secret Room Events,SLS Hotel and Pevonia Botanica Skincare Golden Globe Gifting Suite at SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA 01-14-2010 Photo by Scott Kirkland-Globe Photos @ 2010 ZOE MYERS