Sun Worshipers Beware Your Beach Time Can Mean Big Problems

After the bitter cold of a long winter there is nothing like being out in the sun during a warm summer day. However, you should keep in mind that those hours on the beach, in the sun can have an effect on you for the rest of your life, it can even reduce your lifespan. Melanoma is characterized by the uncontrollable growth of pigment cells, it is considered the most sever form of skin cancer and is directly correlated to sun exposure. There are several steps that you can take today to reduce your chances of getting skin cancer, while …

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How to Treat Childhood Acne

While acne can develop in almost any age group, from those in their 20s to those in their 50s, this common skin condition is most prevalent in teenagers: by mid-adolescence, more than 40% of teens will report either acne or acne scarring. However, dermatologists are now reporting that the condition can also develop in pre-teen children. Fortunately, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released guidelines to help dermatologist clinics and parents treat acne even in the youngest patients. Childhood acne is believed to occur due to a trend in which both boys and girls are beginning puberty earlier than …

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