The novel coronavirus has changed many aspects of our daily lives, including trips to the grocery store. Instead of popping by the supermarket to grab what you need for tonight’s dinner, many people are now second-guessing their trips and wondering whether it is even safe to go into a store and be exposed, not only… Continue reading COVID-19: Safe Grocery Shopping during The Pandemic
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COVID-19: How You Can Make A Difference in The Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has created challenges in our everyday lives. As we each do our part to help slow the spread of coronavirus disease, we look to the helpers all around us and wonder if we, too, could do more. Here, from the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are some ways you and your… Continue reading COVID-19: How You Can Make A Difference in The Pandemic
Osteoarthritis: What You Must Know
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis among older people, and it is one of the most frequent causes of physical disability among older adults. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the disease affects both men and women. Before age 45, osteoarthritis is more common in men than in women. After age… Continue reading Osteoarthritis: What You Must Know
Avoid the Flu During Holiday Travel
If you’ve ever traveled during the holidays, you know how stressful it is. Last year an estimated 107.3 million travelers hit the road between Dec. 23 and Jan. 1, and there’s no reason to think this year will be different. And crowds like that mean you’ve got a really good chance of getting the flu… Continue reading Avoid the Flu During Holiday Travel
Can Plastic Surgery Make You Look Older? Yes . . .
The goal of cosmetic surgery is to make a patient look like a refreshed, enhanced version of herself. Many women seek cosmetic surgery to turn back the clock, which is a respectable, personal choice. But there is a downside: the expressionless, puffy, distorted look that makes some women appear older than they are. Here are… Continue reading Can Plastic Surgery Make You Look Older? Yes . . .
Stigma and Myths about Psoriasis Are Pervasive in the U.S.
The autoimmune disorder psoriasis is surprisingly stigmatized today among people in the U.S., according to researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The study, which involved both psychologists and dermatologists, was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Investigators found that the stigma associated with the condition… Continue reading Stigma and Myths about Psoriasis Are Pervasive in the U.S.
Nail Fungus and Accurate Diagnosis
In a news release from the American Academy of Dermatology (http://www.aad.org/), the organization gives an update on the embarrassing but important problem of nail fungus: Nail fungus can be distressing for patients, especially during the summer sandal season when feet are exposed. While some people who observe nail fungus symptoms may wish to hide their… Continue reading Nail Fungus and Accurate Diagnosis
How to Restore A More Youthful Look to Your Hands
“Other than the spots, creases and wrinkles on your face, nothing tells time better than the skin on your hands, especially on the back of your hands,” says Dr. Suzanne Friedler, board-certified dermatologist with Advanced Dermatology PC. “That’s because the chronological wear and tear that the years have naturally on skin, coupled with the long-term… Continue reading How to Restore A More Youthful Look to Your Hands