IPads Triggering Nickel Allergies in Children

Have you recently noticed an unexplained rash on your children’s body? Earlier this week, An 11-year-old boy in California was diagnosed with an inflamed skin disorder resultant from using his Apple iPad.

Dermatologists assert that allergic contact dermatitis is a widespread issue in children — due to a variety of personal electronic devices, including iPods, laptops and cellphones.

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Advanced Technology in China Helping Patients Distressed by Vitiligo

China's newest technology for the treatment of vitiligo is gaining worldwide recognition and success. Vitiligo is a disorder in which white patches of skin appear on different parts of the body. In the United States alone, 1 to 2 million individuals have the disorder.

At the forefront of skin care, specialists in China are using ‘black and white cured together’ to help patients throughout over 114 countries around the world, including the United States, Britain, Japan, Jordan, and South Africa.

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Aspirin Helping to Prevent Skin Cancers

As you load on the sunscreen and place your large floppy summer hats on your head you may be forgetting the very thing that might save you from major sun damage and skin cancer.... Aspirin.

A new study shows that aspirin and ibuprofen when taken can reduce or prevent skin cancer.

Read the full story here: >  Aspirin Might Reduce Skin Cancer Risk

The Aimee Copeland Story

After a tragic accident she is still smiling.

Aimee Copeland was injured in a zip wire accident where her injuries resulted in a cut to her leg.

Days later she was nearly dead in a hospital where a flesh eating bacteria began taking over her body.

She has since had her limbs amputated and experienced major organ failure.

Read this 24 year olds remarkable story as she battles with necrotizing fasciitis : Deep Wound Could Result in Deadly Virus

Battling Acne with Toothpaste

Are you one of those who thinks that toothpaste can double as a good acne remedy?

Are you a victim of walking around with white dots spread all over your face?

You might be surprised to learn that the toothpaste that your spreading all over just might be a contributing factor to your pimples.

Read the full story here:  Does Toothpaste Rid Acne or Cause Acne ?

Traveling to Turkey? Consider a Trip to the Dermatologists

For those who travel a lot or consider themselves an expat, trying to find health care in a foreign land can be one of the first challenges that you try to concur.

For those who travel to Istanbul, Turkey finding quality dermatology care is easy.

When the need arises for treatments for acne prone skin, or rashes and skin irritations, one needs to see a skilled skin doctor quickly.

Find out why Turkish dermatologists come highly recommended.

Read the full story here : Finding the Right Dermatologists in Turkey for Your Skin Care

When Health Problems are Written All Over Your Face

The face can tell a whole lot about a person. Not only can it convey age and emotion, but it can also reveal internal health problems.

For example, women who have acne problems on their chin may have a hormonal imbalance, sometimes signaling a severe problem like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or infertility.

A red, blotchy appearance on the skin might be triggered by stress, but expert dermatologists take this as a signal for digestive disorders or Lupus.

Dark circles under the eyes may signal the obvious lack of sleep, but it can also be caused by a weak kidney system.

Deep wrinkles are also a telltale sign, of not just age, but also bone weakness. A study looking at 114 post-menopausal women showed those who had deeper wrinkles also had less bone density, putting them at risk for bone fractures and osteoporosis.

Although the human body has many different parts and systems, in the end, they're all deeply connected.

To learn more, read the full article: What Does Your Skin Say About Your Health?

Tips for Glowing Skin this Winter

Winter is a tough time for skin care.

The frigid winds and dry air can make skin feel dull and look absolutely lifeless...but it doesn't have to be that way.

November is the American Academy of Dermatology's National Skin Health Month, and they want you to know that it is entirely possible to maintain the health, beauty and youth of your skin...even during the unforgiving winter months.

Expert tips include wearing daily sunscreen to protect against skin cancer, hydrating with water and moisturizers, and the best suggestion of all, de-stressing.

To learn more, read the full article: Winter Skin Care Tips for a Healthy, Radiant Glow

There's a Dermatologist Shortage in the US: What is a Patient to Do?

Where have all of the dermatologists gone?

Skin cancer rates are rising rapidly, as more and more people are facing the consequences of worshiping the sun during their younger years.

The scary thing is, there's not enough dermatologists in the country to treat these patients, and people are being forced to wait 6 months or more, just for a consultation.

Malignant skin cancer can grow and develop very fast, which puts many patients in a race against time; a terrible situation to be in when life is at stake.

Are there any solutions to waiting for what seems like forever?

Medical tourism is an alternative to waiting for a dermatologist in the US, and many Americans are taking full advantage of these services offered by dermatologists overseas. There are no wait times, and dermatology abroad is often a fraction of the cost.

To learn more, read the full article here: Shortage of Dermatologists Leaves Patients Searching for an Alternative

Want to Live Forever? It May Be Possible Soon!

You would try just about anything to stop aging, right?

Face creams, Botox, and plastic surgery are all great for looking young on the outside, but what if it was possible to stay young and healthy internally for hundreds of years?

One scientist thinks that with stem cell therapy, immune boosting techniques and other advanced medical therapies could extend our life indefinitely.

His research on life extension proves this, and predicts that the first person to live until the age 1,000 will be born within the next 20 years!

This may seem impossible, but to decide for yourself, read the full article: Science is the Ultimate Secret to Anti-Aging

Excessive Sweating is a Medical Condition: Hyperhidrosis

If you sweat so much that it interferes with your daily life, it might be time to see a doctor.

Hyperhidrosis affects about 3% of the population worldwide. It is a medical condition which causes intense sweating in the hands, feet, face, and armpits.

For some reason, people don't like to talk about their sweating problem, and many people who have hyperhidrosis suffer in silence.

Luckily, there are many types of doctors and treatments to deal with this embarrassing condition. Learn about your treatment options for hyperhidrosis: Can't Stop Sweating? You May Have Hyperhidrosis

A Simple Solution for Anti-Aging: Sunscreen

It's officially summer, and as soon as the weather warms up, people will be flocking to the beach and the pool looking to get their tan on.

It is well known that tanning causes sun damage to the skin, which in turn, makes you look older, faster.

The sun is great for a lot of things like warding off depression, cancer, heart disease and male infertility, but too much time in the sun can also do a whole lot of harm.

Too much sun exposure can cause wrinkles, dark spots, and uneven skin tone, not to mention skin cancer, which can be life-threatening.

Preventative measures are the best solution. Daily sunscreen use actually slows down the aging process, improves the health of your skin, and your physical appearance.

Non-surgical cosmetic treatments can also help you renew your skin, and start fresh. Procedures like chemical peels and micro-dermabrasion can actually reverse sun damage, but these things do come with a price.

For more information on sun damage and anti-aging secrets, read the full article!

Want a delicious way to improve your health? Go Mediterranean

The Mediterranean diet is one of the best (and delicious!) ways to attain a healthier heart, among other advantages.

The Mediterranean diet gained strong recognition for its health benefits in the 1990s by Harvard professor Dr. Walter Willet of the School of Public Health. Since then, the nutritional benefits have gained popularity as more evidence emerges on their role in reducing metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic syndrome is a term applied to a number of risk factors for heart disease. These include stroke, diabetes, coronary artery disease, and obesity. Metabolic syndrome currently affects 1 in 2 people.

What is the Mediterranean diet?
The Mediterranean diet is based on natural foods from coastal regions in Southern Italy and Greece. The diet is based largely on olive oil, dried fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, cereals and a moderate amount of fish, all of course accompanied by a moderate amount of wine.

How do I rid of cellulite?

Believe it or not, you no longer have to be ashamed of the clumpy dimples of fat on your thighs when at the beach. Endermologie is the first FDA approved treatment for the removal of cellulite. A non-invasive cosmetic procedure, endermologie is proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite on the thighs, buttocks and other areas prone to cellulite.

What is cellulite?

Cellulite is the dimpling that appears on skin and is caused by a group of fat cells. The fat cells in the skin swell which causes the connective tissues to stretch, creating the dimpling effect, or the orange peel look that women hope to avoid. Once the connective tissues have stretched, the circulation in the affected areas slows and toxins build up, worsening the appearance of cellulite.

Enjoy Mussels in Brussels? What about Dermatology in Brussels?

Dermatology in Brussels combines Europe’s top medical experts with the picturesque city of romantic boulevards and city monuments. Dermatologists like Dr. Claire Debusscher offer local and foreign patients in Brussels the best dermatology treatments one could ask for.

Following her medical training in Belgium, Dr. Debusscher perfected her dermatology expertise at Yale Medical School before completing her dermatology....read the full article!

Hairloss In Women

New research shows one in three women will suffer from hair loss – a large statistic for a condition so rarely talked about. The numbers of women suffering from hair loss, most commonly caused by alopecia areata are rising. Ten years ago, dermatologists, GPs and hair loss specialists would be visited by women one-twice a year maximum; today GPs note that women visit weekly to seek advice and treatment for hair loss.

Hair loss in women is taboo. Compare the number of TV commercials and online adverts aimed at male pattern baldness and try to recall a single advertisement mentioning female hair loss.

Skin- the largest organ in the body

Healthcare doesn’t simply mean medical treatment for conditions affecting organs, blood or tissue; healthcare also means caring for what’s outside.

When we think of skin it’s easy to forget that the skin is one of the largest organs in the body, weighing over 6 lbs and functioning to control temperature, offer protection from viruses and acts as a sixth sense to detect the weather and your surroundings.

Hairloss- a breif description

Everybody wants a full head of hair but sometimes we lose more hair than we grow. Hair loss can alter the way people look at you and damage your self-confidence. Aging, genetics, illness and chemotherapy all contribute to hair loss in men and women. Hair loss is commonly referred to as Alopecia, a condition in which round patches of hair loss is suddenly apparent. The hair growing follicles are attacked by the patients own immune system for unknown causes. This can affect not only the hair found on your scalp but also facial hair.

Skin - the largest organ in the body

Healthcare doesn't simply mean medical treatment for conditions affecting organs, blood or tissue; healthcare also means caring for what's outside.

When we think of skin it's easy to forget that the skin is one of the largest organs in the body, weighing over 6lbs and functioning to control temperature, offer protection from viruses and acts as a sith sense to detect the weather and your surroundings.

Sometimes skin problems, such as mild acne, do not require a visit to a dermatologist and will clear up on their own or can be treated with home-use dermatologically approved creams from the pharmacy.

Skin is also often a refletion of what's happening inside your body and is one of the first symptoms of a problem. Dermatologists can not only advise on how to clean up your skin and renew a healthy glow but a visit to a dermatologist may also point out an underlying health problem.

To prevent damage to the skin, dermatologists recommend :

Stay hydrated

To keep skin healthy and hydrated make sure you drink at least 1.5 litres of water (8 glasses) a day. Don't be tempted to get your water intake from soft drinks, tea and coffee because caffeine dehydrates you. Fruit juices are a good way to keep your fluid intake up but beware of excess sugar and the hidden calories in fruit juices.

Eat a healthy diet and get active

Exercise and a diet rich in anti-oxidant vegetables, fruits and plenty of protein will improve your overall health which in turn is good for your skin. Cutting back on saturated fats and replacing them with healthy oils will improve the appearance of your skin almost overnight.

Don't smoke or drink to excess

Smoking causes wrinkles, dehydrates the skin and can lead to a number of serious health problems. After you quit smoking you will see an improvement in the colour and texture of your skin within weeks. Alcohol in limited amounts is not bad for your skin, however drinking more than the recommended limit can affect the appearance of your skin. Remember to always follow every alcoholic drink with a glass of water to ensure your body does not dehydrate.

Cleanse, tone, moisturize

Making sure skin is clean will prevent blemishes. Everyday, clean your face thoroughly using circular motions to improve the circulation of the skin as you cleanse it. To keep skin supple and hydrated from the outside in, especially on the face and neck, make sure to use a moisturizer that is suitable for your skin type.