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In a recent statement published in the journal Pediatrics by The American Academy of Pediatrics, they have called for banning tanning salon access to minors; the reason is the increased risk of skin cancer associated with tanning salon use.
In a recent research study, a special adhesive tape used to collect cells from suspicious skin lesions allowed accurate identification of localized and invasive melanomas. In the study, researchers used a patented technology to collect samples from suspicious skin lesions and sent them to the manufacturer’s lab for genetic analysis. Researchers are hoping to have this test clinically available in two years.
An interesting article in the December 2010 issue of Dermatologic Surgery showed that Botox injections for wrinkles result in improvements in quality of life and self-esteem.
Interesting article in the January 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology entitled “Tanning bed hygiene: Microbes found on tanning beds present a potential health risk.”
According to a recent study published in the journal Dermatology, “premature skin aging before the age of 55 years is largely due to high sun exposure and heavy smoking, with male gender and fair skin also increasing the risk.”
Keratosis pilaris is a stubborn condition affecting about 40% of Canadians. It is considered a mild hereditary form of eczema, and most commonly shows up as rough pink bumps on the side of the arms, and occasionally on the side of the thighs or cheeks.
The Dec. 21, 2010 Macleans.ca posted an article mentioning LATISSE that also appears in their January issue
As a tip for patients to make their dermatology visit more productive, I would suggest arriving 10 minutes before your appointment, bring your health card, and think about what questions and concerns you have related to your skin.
Humidity: In the winter, make sure that the humidity in your home is set to 40-50%. The winter air is dry, and heating our homes dries the air even further, so having your humidifier on and in working order is critical. Having a cool-air humidifier in your bedroom can be particularly helpful since it puts moisture back into the air in an area where you spend 7+ hours per day.
