May 07, 2012: Aim Skin Cancer Warnings at the Young, Too, Experts Say
To get message across, doctors should focus on sun's damage to looks, not health, panel advises

April 13, 2012: Even Young Teens Show Signs of Sun Damage
Researchers also found results of special photos lined up with other skin cancer risk factors

March 22, 2012: Hair Care Can Pose Health Risks for Black Women
Popular products and styles can stress the scalp, leading to hair loss and skin conditions, expert says

March 08, 2012: Fruits, Veggies Can Be Beauty Tools, Study Says
Skin color improves as consumption increases, researchers say

March 02, 2012: Smoking Linked to Higher Rate of Psoriasis: Study
But it's not proven that smoking causes the painful skin condition

January 20, 2012: Tanning Salon Tax No Deterrent: Study
Bans for people under 18 and fines may be more effective than tax, researchers say

January 13, 2012: Health Tip: Take Care of Dry Skin
Keep it moisturized

December 19, 2011: Bottled Tan May Keep Women Out of the Sun
Tanning bed use also declines with use of sunless tanning products, study says

December 02, 2011: New Guidelines for Treating Psoriasis When Pregnant or Nursing
Try moisturizers, emollients before resorting to steroids, experts say

November 09, 2011: Use Vanity to Reduce Young People's Sun Exposure: Task Force
Focusing on looks rather than skin cancer has more effect on youth, U.S. researchers find

October 07, 2011: Melanoma May Be More Aggressive in Kids
Spread of this skin cancer more common among children than adults, study reveals

August 05, 2011: Scientists Take Navel-Gazing to New Level
Belly button project finds most of bacteria living on skin there are good guys

July 08, 2011: A Safe Tan? No Way, Experts Say
From wrinkles to skin cancer, risks increase with exposure to UV rays indoors or out

June 06, 2011: Could a Woman's Wrinkles Predict Risk of Fractures?
Researchers say menopausal skin holds clues to bone density, but experts have their doubts

May 03, 2011: Survey Shows Dangers of Tanning Not Hitting Home
Majority of young women admit to using tanning beds, basking in the sun

April 01, 2011: Freezing Wrinkles a Possible Alternative to Botox
Experimental technology uses cold, not neurotoxin, researchers say

March 17, 2011: Better Laws Needed to Curb Teen Tanning Bed Use: Report
Parental attitudes toward indoor tanning influence teen usage

February 28, 2011: Pediatricians' Group Backs Ban on Tanning Booth Use by Minors
Experts say ultraviolet-A rays in booths are 10 to 15 times higher than midday sun

February 22, 2011: Softening Water Does Not Seem to Ease Eczema
British study finds no benefit for kids with the skin disorder

February 11, 2011: Skin Infections Can Spread Easily Among Athletes
But outbreaks of herpes, ringworm and MRSA are preventable, dermatologist says

January 07, 2011: Age Takes Toll on Facial Bones, Study Finds
Wrinkles, sagging skin not the only signs of aging

September 20, 2010: One in 10 Teens Uses Sunless Tanning Products
And those who do so are more likely to get sunburns and use risky indoor tanning beds, study finds

July 02, 2010: In Mice, Oxygen Slows Wrinkling Due to UV Rays
High levels of the gas seemed to curb the damage, but effect on human skin is unknown, researchers say

May 27, 2010: Many People Still Don't Know How to Protect Against Skin Cancer
Myths about UV light exposure persist, survey finds

May 05, 2010: Poll Finds Sun Smarts Vary From City to City
Hartford gets top grade for skin cancer awareness; Pittsburgh fares worst

April 21, 2010: Skin Condition Vitiligo Tied to Immune System Dysfunction
Illness involving white patches shares genes with other autoimmune disorders, study confirms

March 11, 2010: Scientists Find Stem Cells in Hair That Can Become Skin
Finding could lead to better wound care, baldness treatments, experts say

March 11, 2010: Health Tip: Risk Factors for Melanoma
Who is more likely to get this deadly cancer?

February 03, 2010: Winter Sun Warrants Sunscreen
Cold temperatures don't rule out UV rays, experts say

January 25, 2010: Wooden Toilet Seats Can Trigger Children's Rash
Harsh disinfectants can also prompt seat-linked skin woes, experts warn

December 28, 2009: Sun Protection Advised Year-Round
UVA rays pose a threat to skiers, snowboarders, experts say

December 26, 2009: Skin Needs Protection From Winter Weather
Use moisturizers every day to help prevent chapping, experts advise

December 17, 2009: Mouth Area Wrinkles More in Women Than Men
Dermatologists discover gender differences that explain the aging inequity

October 21, 2009: With Microdermabrasion, Rough Seems to Work Better
Acne scars and wrinkles benefit from more aggressive treatment, study finds

September 02, 2009: New Compound Shrinks Skin Cancers
Study found more than half of advanced basal cell carcinomas responded to treatment

August 01, 2009: Plastic Surgeons Stay Busy in Recession
Tight job market fuels interest in cheaper, less-invasive procedures, survey shows

June 05, 2009: Wear Sunscreen for Lifelong Benefits
Sun damage never goes away so protect kids from the start, expert says

May 28, 2009: Study Finds Multitude of Bacteria on Human Skin
The amount of genetic diversity surprises experts

May 08, 2009: Psoriasis Patients Happy With Home-Based Treatment
UVB therapy at home is safe, effective and more convenient, researchers say

April 21, 2009: Compound in Berries May Lessen Sun Damage
Study in mice finds ellagic acid, also in nuts, limits wrinkling

April 21, 2009: Genes Hike Melanoma Risk Even in Those Who Tan Well
Study finds chances of getting deadly skin cancer higher despite darker coloring

April 10, 2009: Medication May Improve Scar Healing
Juvista scores well for skin appearance in 3 trials

March 21, 2009: With Spring Here, Use Sun Sense to Enjoy It
Experts offer advice on keeping skin safe from harmful rays

March 17, 2009: Low-Dose Acitretin May Reduce Nail Psoriasis
Study finds drug for skin condition cuts nail pain, too

March 10, 2009: Sunburn Might Play a Role in Rosacea
Skin blistering, as well as family history, appears linked to skin disorder, expert says

February 06, 2009: Panel Finds Evidence Murky on Full-Body Skin Exams
To detect cancer, people need to watch for lesions, experts stress

January 23, 2009: Acne Cream Not Linked to Raised Death Risk
Analysis of VA study that was halted early says retinoid tretinoin not the culprit

January 17, 2009: Hard, Cold Facts About Frostbite
Takes only minutes when temperatures drop to cause permanent damage, group warns

January 16, 2009: FDA Warns of Skin-Numbing Drug Dangers
Popular topical anesthetics can cause severe reactions when used improperly, agency says

January 08, 2009: Melanoma Rates on the Rise in U.S.
Increase could indicate an epidemic of skin cancer, researchers suggest