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A Woman’s Guide to Skin Care During and After Menopause

A Woman’s Guide to Skin Care During and After Menopause

Latest Skin News SUNDAY, Feb. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — People sometimes refer to menopause as “the change of life,” but many women are surprised that one of the things that changes is their skin, an expert says. “Although fluctuating hormones during menopause can result in a number of skin changes, these don’t need to […]

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Bedbugs (Bed Bugs) vs. Lice

Bedbugs (Bed Bugs) vs. Lice

What are bedbugs and lice? What are their main differences? Symptoms of bedbug bites include red, itchy bite marks on the face, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, and back. What are bedbugs? The common bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is considered a public health pest, but bedbugs do not transmit or spread disease. bedbugs are small, brown, […]

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Keflex (cephalexin)

Keflex (cephalexin)

What is Keflex (cephalexin) and what is it used for? Cephalexin belongs to a class of antibiotics called cephalosporins. They are similar to penicillin in action and side effects. They stop or slow the growth of bacterial cells by preventing bacteria from forming the cell wall that surrounds each cell. The cell wall protects bacteria […]

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Health Tip: Treating Chicken Skin

Health Tip: Treating Chicken Skin

Latest Skin News (HealthDay News) — Keratosis pilaris, sometimes called chicken skin, is a condition that causes small rough bumps, says the American Academy of Dermatology. Though the condition is generally harmless, some people opt for treatment. To treat chicken skin, the academy suggests: Apply a moisturizer with urea or lactic acid after a shower […]

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Lice vs. Fleas

Lice vs. Fleas

What are lice? Lice and fleas are tiny wingless insects that can infest humans and their homes. Lice are tiny parasites that can infest the human skin and scalp. They are wingless insects that are about the size of a sesame seed. Infestation with lice is known as pediculosis and can occur on the head […]

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Nose Jobs Make Women Look Years Younger, Robot Says

Nose Jobs Make Women Look Years Younger, Robot Says

Latest Skin News By Adam Townsend on 01/29/2020 3:50 PM Source: MedicineNet Health News People opt for a nose job (rhinoplasty surgery) for various reasons. They might want to straighten a broken nose that healed wrong, fix a breathing problem, or just have a less-prominent snout in selfies. Women can now add anti-aging to the […]

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How to Avoid a Breakout When You Work Out

How to Avoid a Breakout When You Work Out

Latest Skin News SATURDAY, Jan. 25, 2020 (HealthDay News) — While working out might boost your health and mood, it also might cause your skin to break out. But don’t kick your New Year’s resolutions to the curb just yet, because dermatologists say that exercise-induced acne can be prevented. Experts from the American Academy of […]

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Health Tip: Avoiding Stinky Feet

Health Tip: Avoiding Stinky Feet

Latest Skin News (HealthDay News) — Closed-toe shoes and sweaty feet are a recipe for foot odor and infection. Your feet start to smell when the bacteria on your skin and in your shoes consume your sweat, says Cleveland Clinic. To avoid stinky feet, Cleveland Clinic suggests: Soak your feet in a mixture of Epsom […]

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Sunscreen Chemicals Absorbed Into Body, Study Finds

Sunscreen Chemicals Absorbed Into Body, Study Finds

Latest Skin News By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 21, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The chemicals in sunscreens help shield people from the sun’s rays, but they are also absorbed into the body at levels that raise some safety questions, a new study confirms. The study, by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is […]

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What to know about skin blemishes

What to know about skin blemishes

There are many different types of skin blemish. Some examples include those below. Acne Acne is a skin condition that occurs as a result of the skin producing too much oil. Different factors can cause excess oil production, including: There are several different types of acne, which vary in their appearance. Some examples include: Blackheads […]