A CDC study of 115 patients who believed they had parasitic skin condition called Morgellons disease found no evidence that parasites were present. The researchers concluded the patients were suffering from “delusional” infestations. Christian Scientist William Scott suggests a spiritual response may help these patients.
Only products labeled both as Broad Spectrum with SPF values of 15 or higher will be able to claim they reduce the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging.
Minor & James’ new dermatology division will be located at the First Hill Medical Building at 515 Minor Ave. in Seattle.
Ever notice a mole that looks a little weird? Maybe it’s new, has a jagged border, or it’s growing? That mole is sending you a message: it’s time to visit a dermatologist.
Most cosmetics do not require FDA approval, so the agency depends on consumers to report problems.
No connection has been found between diet and acne. No food–not chocolate, fries, pizza, or any other food–has been shown to cause acne. FDA Consumer Update.
Do not use any skin products made by Clarcon, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns. Some skin sanitizers and skin protectants produced by Clarcon Biologial Chemistry Laboratory, Inc. of Roy, Utah have been found to contain “high levels of disease-causing bacteria”, the FDA said. “Some of these bacteria can cause opportunistic infections of [...]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to use a water-based face paint product after the paints were linked to skin reactions in children. “The FDA has learned of a cluster of adverse events in children exposed to various colors of the face paint. All exposures occurred on the same day [...]
A nail polish remover sold as Personal Care non-acetone nail polish remover, conditioner enriched with gelatin has been recalled after reports the product caused chemical burns to the fingers of two users. “Any person who purchased a bottle of Personal Care non-acetone nail polish remover, conditioner enriched with gelatin is urged to return it to [...]
The psoriasis drug Raptiva is being withdrawn from the U.S. market after reports that three patients on the drug had developed a serious brain disease called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) that is almost always fatal. A third patient on Raptiva died of a progressive neurological disorder but it is not known whether the disease was PML. [...]
In three confirmed cases and one suspected case, patients using the psoriasis drug Raptiva have developed a rare and serious brain infection called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said in a public health advisory released today. All four patients had used the drug for more than three years; three of [...]
If misused, skin numbing products such gels and ointments containing lidocaine, benzocaine or other topical anesthetics can have “serious and life-threatening” effects, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA said in a Public Health Advisory issued today. The active ingredients from these products can enter the bloodstream and cause such serious side effects as “irregular [...]
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Experts divided over recommendation to screen children for cholesterol
Some clinicians say universal screening is an important tool to help identify children who are genetically predisposed to high cholesterol and to pinpoint others who could benefit from treatment. Others express concerns that screening may do more harm than good.
People in state high-risk insurance plans often feel left behind
The federal health law set up new plans that are cheaper and more comprehensive than the older ones run by states but consumers need to go without insurance for six months to qualify.
Peeking in on your doctor’s notes
Although federal law guarantees patients the right to examine and get copies of their medical records, providers haven’t always made it easy to do so. But the movement to give patients direct access to their health information has picked up steam, and policymakers have encouraged it as a way to empower patients to help manage their health and their medical care.
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