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 Full Article
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 Full Article
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
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 Full Article
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 Full Article
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!
Now that winter is upon us, you might be having problems with eczema and dry skin. Winter is a difficult time of year for those suffering from dry skin, especially children. Here are some tips for you and your family: Use a daily moisturizer several times a day. There are many good brands. The most … Read Full Article
As we approach Halloween on October 31, we are reminded of the plague that molluscum causes in our younger population. Molluscum is caused by the molluscum contagious virus, a member of the pox virus family. Yes, it is a cousin to small pox, but much less harmful. Like other pox viruses it can leave a … Read Full Article
Video from the National Eczema Association Did you know that October is eczema month? This is because eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, often flares when the weather gets cooler. Cool weather leads to dry skin which lowers the irritancy threshold of the skin and leads to more inflammation. You can help prevent this by … Read Full Article
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