Measles Surges in UK Years After Flawed Research
More than a decade ago, British parents refused to give measles shots to at least a million children because of now discredited research that linked
June 1, 2013
Flesh Eating Disease Victim Gets Prosthetic Hands
A metro Atlanta woman who lost both hands, her left leg and right foot after contracting a flesh-eating disease was on her way back from
May 31, 2013
Handbags May Contain More Germs Than Average Toilet Flush
Washing your hands after using the bathroom might be a common practice to stop the spread of germs, but not many women may wash their
May 31, 2013
Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices
Dermatologists are saying that new federally mandated labeling laws for sunscreens should help Americans make smarter choices when it comes to products that provide the
May 31, 2013
European Sunscreen Roadblock on U.S. Beaches
European Sunscreen Roadblock on U.S. Beaches Karen Spear needed a passport to discover the sunscreens she wanted. Ms. Spear, a school psychologist in New York
May 30, 2013
Consumer Watchdog: Most Sunscreens Meet FDA Standards, Questionable SPF Ratings Persist
Consumer Watchdog: Most Sunscreens Meet FDA Standards, Questionable SPF Ratings Persist Sunbathers headed to the beach this summer will find new sunscreen labels on store
May 30, 2013
The Hollywood Tan Loses its Luster
The tan is fading from fashion. A coppertone complexion — achieved the fake way, through lotions, sprays and powders — isn’t looking so fresh this
May 29, 2013
Sunscreen: Tips, Tricks and What to Know Before you Apply
As the weather heats up, it’s time to slather on extra sunscreen to protect your skin. But what kind is best? Is it safe? An
May 29, 2013
Risky Squamous Cell Skin Cancers Can Kill
Although most cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas are easily treated surgically, a small group of patients with specific disease risk factors develop metastases and ultimately die
May 29, 2013
The New Rules for Sunscreen
There is no question most skin cancers are related to sun exposure, yet even with sunscreen sales approaching $1 billion a year, skin cancer rates continue to
May 28, 2013
Oregon Legislature Votes to Ban Teens From Tanning Salons
Oregon lawmakers have decided minors should not be allowed in tanning salon beds. The bill passed the Senate 16-13 Thursday. It now heads to Gov.
May 28, 2013
Dermatologists Encourage Residents to get Free Skin Cancer Screenings
Every year, the first Monday in May has been dubbed “Melanoma Monday” by dermatologists across the country to encourage people to have their skin screened
May 27, 2013
