Archives for June 2007
LifeMasters Offers Sun Safety Tips To Help Reduce Your Risk Of Developing Skin Cancer
As summer approaches, so does your exposure to sun rays which can be damaging to your skin. LifeMasters — a national leading provider of disease management programs — encourages individuals to practice “skin smarts” during these hot summer months. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, skin cancer is the most [...]
Replidyne Announces Positive Phase I Results For Topical Antibiotic REP8839
Replidyne, Inc. (Nasdaq: RDYN) today announced results from three Phase I trials studying REP8839, a novel topical antibiotic that has shown potent in vitro activity against major skin pathogens including methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA). The results of the Phase I trials show that topically applied REP8839 appears safe, well-tolerated and associated with low systemic exposure, [...]
A New Era In Skin Care Is Beginning
Nulase International, LLC reports that recent clinical trials conducted by Cantor Research Laboratories in New York confirm the effectiveness of using laser light combined with light activated cosmeceuticals in reversing the visible signs of aging. [click link for full article]
Original post by Dermatology News From Medical News Today
Clinically-Proven REVALESKIN(TM) Changes The Face Of Skin Care
The battle to minimize fine lines, wrinkles and sun spots through non-invasive treatments just got easier with the launch of REVALESKIN(TM), the first and only professional line of skin care products exclusively formulated with CoffeeBerry(R), the most powerful naturally occurring antioxidant found today. [click link for full article]
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Phosphagenics Announces Positive Proof Of Concept Results From Studies Utilizing Company’s Dermal Drug Delivery Technology
Phosphagenics Limited (ASX: POH) (AIM: PSG) (ADR/OTC: PPGNY) announced today positive results from pre-clinical studies of its TPM-02 dermal drug delivery technology formulated with retinoic acid, a leading topical treatment for severe acne and an active ingredient used in anti-aging cosmetics. [click link for full article]
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) More Common Than People Think
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a common, painful, debilitating, and chronic inflammatory skin disease primarily occurring in inverse areas of the skin, e.g. axillae and groin. HS causes painful and chronically recurring, deep-seated follicular nodules, papules, pustules and abscesses, leading to suppuration, fibrosis, and scarring of the skin. Unfortunately HS has been labeled [...]
Blood Thinner Rescues Frostbitten Fingers And Toes
A blood thinner routinely used to prevent brain damage in strokes dramatically reduced the risk of amputation from severe frostbite in a preliminary study. [click link for full article]
Original post by Dermatology News From Medical News Today
The American Academy Of Dermatology Warns That Skin Cancer Is Leaving Its Mark On Athletes
More and more professional athletes are realizing how the dangerous effects from the sun can disrupt their game. From baseball to hockey, running to skiing, skin cancer is leaving its mark on athletes in a range of sports. To spread awareness and help strike out skin cancer, the most common form of cancer [...]
A Little Ray Of Sunshine, But Not Too Much, Important For Health - Experts Release New Guidelines On Sun Exposure
New guidelines have been released to tell Australians how much sun they need to avoid vitamin D deficiency and stay healthy without increasing their risk of skin cancer. The new guidelines follow research showing some Australians are deliberately seeking sun exposure over summer because they are concerned about vitamin D deficiency. CEO of The Cancer [...]
Canadian Cancer Society Announces Vitamin D Recommendation
The Canadian Cancer Society is recommending a specific amount of Vitamin D supplementation for Canadians to consider taking. This first-time recommendation is based on the growing body of evidence about the link between Vitamin D and reducing risk for colorectal, breast and prostate cancers. [click link for full article]
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