When it comes to tanning and health, young women still aren’t getting the message, according to a new survey from the American Academy of Dermatology.
Ronald L. Moy, MD, FAAD, president of the American Academy of Dermatology, said:
“Our survey underscores the importance of educating young women about the very real risks of tanning, as melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – is increasing faster in females 15 to 29 years old than in males of the same age group.
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The agency announced on Thursday that the FDA has approved J&J unit’s Zytiga, a pill that targets a protein called cytochrome, to treat late-stage of prostate cancer in patients, who have received prior chemotherapy. Protein cytochrome P450 17A1 (CYP17A1), which has been made by Centocor Ortho Biotech, plays significant role in the testosterone production.
What Zytiga Does
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What are blood clots?
Blood is a liquid that flows within blood vessels. It is constantly in motion as the heart pumps blood through arteries to the different organs and cells of the body. The blood is returned back to the heart by the veins. Veins are squeezed when muscles in the body contract and push the blood back to the heart.
From wiki:
A thrombus (Greek θρόμβος), or blood clot, is the final product of the blood coagulation step in hemostasis. It is achieved via the aggregation of platelets that form a platelet plug, and the activation of the humoral coagulation system (i.e. clotting factors). A thrombus is normal in cases of injury, but pathologic in instances of thrombosis. Continue reading
Images search of dermatitis (eczema) self-care
Dermatitis (eczema) self-care tips:
* use a moisturiser or emollient frequently, especially during flare-ups
* patch-test moisturisers or emollients first before extensive use. Take a small amount of product and dab it onto a small area of skin. Wait for a few hours. If no redness or irritation is seen, the product should be safe to use on your skin
* try to avoid scratching; keep fingernails short
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Heart attack is a life threatening condition requiring urgent medical attention.
People who have a heart attack in the morning tend to fare worse than those who have one at other times of the day and night, experts have discovered.
Patients struck down between 6am and midday suffer a fifth more damage to their heart muscle compared with those who have an attack later on.
Scientists believe the phenomenon may be due to the changes in the body’s blood pressure, hormone levels and metabolism rates that naturally occur when a person wakes up.
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1. Q: What does a cancer tumor look like on an ultrasound?
A: My impression, from having sneaked looks at my ultrasounds when I had to transport them to the surgeon, is that the tumor area was whitish, looking like a child’s scribble. Dark would have been a better sign as that could have indicated a cyst (fluid-filled). Continue reading
A nail is a horn-like envelope covering the dorsal aspect of the terminal phalanges of fingers and toes in humans, most non-human primates, and a few other mammals. Nails are similar to claws, which are found on numerous other animals. Fingernails and toenails are made of a tough protein called keratin, as are animals’ hooves and horns. Continue reading
Many women have a daily beauty regimen that’s actually sabotaging their looks. Here, the 13 biggest mistakes women are making with their skin, and the fixes to set things right.
Mistake 1: You’re not wearing sunscreen every single day
We are all sick of hearing this advice (it gets more play than Lady Gaga!), but dermatologists are probably just as tired of repeating it. This is the single biggest mistake most of us are making with our skin, and there’s no need: it’s an easy gaffe to fix. Continue reading
Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a condition that occurs when a microscopic fungus enters either a fingernail or toenail. Fungal infections occur in toenails more often than in fingernails.
Anyone can get nail fungus, but infections are more common in people over the age of 60. For people who have diabetes or a weakened immune system, nail fungus can present serious risks.
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The ancient Chinese exercise of Tai chi may improve quality of life for people suffering from heart failure, Harvard researchers report.
What is tai chi?
Tai chi, also called tai chi chuan, is a noncompetitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. To do tai chi, you perform a series of postures or movements in a slow, graceful manner. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion.
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