Marissa Calderon We have recently discovered that some schools do not allow sunscreen use. This is concerning due to the increased risk of skin cancer with childhood sunburns. You can read more below. Please let us know your comments on this important issue. http://www.foxnews.com/us/2014/06/08/texas-mom-burning-mad-over-schools-sunscreen-ban/?cmpid=edpick&google_editors_picks=true
Many people do not realize the benefits in using oral contraceptives to control acne in females. We call this “hormonal therapy” and it is FDA-approved for treating acne. There are increased risks for blood clots with these hormones so anyone with a personal or family history of blood clots should consider other forms of treatment … Read more
We often get questions about tanning and vitamin D levels. We have always discouraged tanning as a means for increasing vitamin D because of the increased risk for skin cancer. Furthermore, vitamin D can be easily obtained from dietary supplements. Now this article exposes how one tanning bed user actually developed toxic levels of Vitamin … Read more
As you get ready to take a beach or other outdoor vacation this summer, please remember to protect yourself and your children from sunburns! This article from the Huffington Post reminds us that just 5 sunburns between the ages of 15 and 20 increases your risk of basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma by … Read more
The American Academy of Dermatology is encouraging all men over the age of 50 to check for suspicious moles. A few minutes, once a month, could save your life. For more information: http://www.pwrnewmedia.com/2014/aad/lawn/index.html
Great suggestions to avoid sunburn from the American Academy of Dermatology: Seek shade when appropriate. The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. If your shadow appears to be shorter than you are, seek shade. Wear protective clothing. Wear a long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses wherever possible. Generously apply … Read more
Did you know that getting a skin check will boost your chances of surviving melanoma? I know that sounds intuitive but yet so many people do not have regular skin exams. Do not wait — schedule an appointment to see us today!
In the Huffington Post (5/2, Solomon) opinion piece, Kate Solomon questions why most schools do not educate their young students about the dangers of unprotected sun exposure. Given the serious threat of skin cancer, Solomon calls on both schools and parents to keep their children informed. Check out the article here: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-solomon/sun-safety-education-need_b_5246732.html We agree with … Read more
Because patients with ichthyosis have an impaired or abnormal skin barrier, they are at higher risk for certain types of infection. In particular certain fungal infections can often hide out from the immune system while infecting areas of thickened scale in the skin. This has been reported most frequently in cases of ichthyosis vulgaris, lamellar … Read more
Dry Skin Video This is the season for dry skin. The American Academy of Dermatology offers great advice in this video. We have lots of ideas as well — stop by for an appointment!
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