News articles tagged with 'acne'
Acne really is a nightmare for some teens
— 16 Sep 2009 12:24 | HealthZits, pimples, bumps and blemishes are a young person's worst nightmare. Collectively they are known as acne, a very common skin condition that affects millions of adolescents. Now... — full story
New study claims acne is not associated with yet-uncultured bacteria
— 16 Oct 2008 12:30 | HealthIn a new study researchers from Aarhus University, Denmark found bacteria in the follicles of acne patients and healthy individuals to be those of previously known species, disputing... — full story
Research outlines teens' preferences and trade-offs for freedom from acne
— 19 Aug 2008 12:54 | HealthTeens report that they would pay about $275 to have never had acne, and are willing to pay considerably more to be acne-free than to have 50 percent clearance of their acne or to have... — full story
Saving cancer patients' skin
— 28 Mar 2008 17:58 | HealthBecky Sasaki has the quick laugh and easy smile of a woman who continues to thrive despite her four-year wrestling match with lung cancer. She still works every day in the family business,... — full story
How the drug isotretinoin zaps acne
— 4 Mar 2008 22:20 | HealthThe most potent drug available for the treatment of acne is 13-cis retinoic acid (13-cis RA; also known as isotretinoin); however, little is known about the mechanism by which it acts... — full story
Acne may prevent people from participating in sport and exercise
— 25 Feb 2008 17:02 | HealthAcne patients who are highly anxious about their skin condition say they are less likely to participate in sport or exercise, according to new research at the University of Bath... — full story
Education programs may boost teens' knowledge about acne
— 19 Feb 2008 21:33 | HealthBoth written handouts and computerised presentations with audiovisual components may be effective in teaching adolescents about acne, according to a report in the February issue of... — full story
Treating acne: 2 different acid peels are both effective
— 7 Feb 2008 15:31 | HealthChemical peels using either alpha-hydroxy acid or beta-hydroxy acid are both highly effective in treating mild to moderately severe facial acne, researchers at the Saint Louis University... — full story
Laser, light and cosmetic treatments give patients with acne and rosacea a much-needed boost
— 3 Feb 2008 10:20 | HealthIt is estimated that approximately 50 million people in the United States alone are affected by acne vulgaris, and another 14 million Americans experience the redness, flushing and... — full story
Dermatologists can offer top tips to help keep lips in tip-top shape
— 3 Feb 2008 10:20 | HealthWhile winter's harsh, windy weather is often to blame for dry, cracked lips, sometimes the cause of lip irritation is harder to pinpoint. In fact, several types of foods, cosmetic products,... — full story
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