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    Shopping List of Basic Puppy Suppli...  Sep 19, 2008
    Plastic dog bowls are less expensive, but they develop tiny scratches that harbor bacteria and cause facial infections and trigger cases of puppy acne. Also, when shopping for the dog's food bowl, keep the dog's adult size in mind to avoid purchasing a new food bowl down the road because Fido has outgrown his puppy bowl. (Suite101.com)

    Alternative remedies: ancient, but how safe?  Sep 18, 2008
    But some spas with ayurvedic practitioners, including Exhale in Santa Monica, California; the Chopra Center for Well-Being in Carlsbad, California, and Manhattan; and the Ayurvedic Rejuvenation and Wellness Center in Manhattan, also recommend that some clients take herbal supplements to boost their immune systems and alleviate everything from depression to acne. Dawne Burrowes, the director of the Ayurvedic Rejuvenation and Wellness Center, said she bought supplements from manufacturers such as... (International Herald Tribune -- Health)

    DFB Pharmaceuticals agrees to sell skin-care unit for $95 million  Sep 18, 2008
    Coria sells several dermatology products, including CeraVe Skin Care Line; Cloderm Cream for the treatment of dermatoses; Akne-Mycin and Atralin for the treatment of acne; and Salex, which treats hyperkeratotic skin disorders. Later this year, Coria will launch a new product, Tetrix Cream, for the treatment of hand dermatitis. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    Registration statement including financial report  Sep 16, 2008
    7 million, Neosil also owns an intellectual property portfolio which comprises two early clinical stage development programs: the first, a hair growth stimulation technology with potential application in the treatment of hair loss and the second, a broad spectrum anti-microbial technology with potential application in the treatment of acne ... 7 million, Neosil also owns an intellectual property portfolio which comprises two early clinical stage development programs: the first, a hair growth... (Sydney Morning Herald)

    POLICE/FIRE LOG: Sept. 1-Sept. 7,2008  Sep 15, 2008
    Male party is wearing baggy jeans, red striped shirt, long blonde hair and acne. 1:22 p.m. Fernway, fire, investigation, detail officer reports construction crew has struck the gas main. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)

    Remnants of Ike blamed for 15 deaths in Midwest  Sep 15, 2008
    Buy acne removal laser systems for your medical business. Complete-hair-removal-source. (Yahoo News)

    Community : Fall colors are beginning to show  Sep 12, 2008
    Chocolate is not physically addictive and does not cause acne, as shown in several medical studies. Chocolate is not high in caffeine. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Rejuvenate your skin, the healthy way  Sep 12, 2008
    Agrees Dr. Atul Hasija, dermatologist, Clinic Dermatech, "Through skin rejuvenation treatments, we can treat problems like tanning, oiliness, acne and scars. But in the absence of a proper understanding with the doctor of the patient's skin type and what products would suit best; the chances of side-effects may rise.". Unlike customary touch-and-heal-therapies, the new technologies used for skin rejuvenation not only promise a glowing skin, but also ensure a healthy skin texture, removal of the... (India Times, India)

    Kill Lice Using Essential Oils  Sep 11, 2008
    It s also used for acne and as an antiseptic. To treat lice, you can mix 1 teaspoon of tea tree oil to 4 tablespoons of carrier oil to rub in your scalp and leave for ten minutes before rinsing. (Suite101.com)

    Acupuncture May Hold Promise For Women With Hormone Disorder Who Experience Fertility Challenges  Sep 10, 2008
    Five percent of reproductive age women are affected by PCOS. Symptoms of PCOS can include small cysts on their ovaries, infrequent or irregular vaginal bleeding, male-pattern hair growth, and acne. Insulin resistance and pre-diabetes also can develop. (Science Daily)

    A berry good way to banish the pre-menstrual syndrome blues  Sep 9, 2008
    "Women with acne problems related to their periods should take note of this amazing herb," she says. "I've seen women with very bad outbreaks prior to their periods achieve clearer skin after only three months of using chaste tree berry and following a healthy, cleansing diet.". (Halifax Evening Courier)

    Suzy's own secrets for beautiful skin (2)  Sep 7, 2008
    I have severe rosacea, my husband has a new scar on his face, and my daughter has acne and warts ... Acne: Kids with lots of acne breakouts may be low in zinc, or in vitamin A. They may also have high levels of processed junk foods, trans fats and sugar. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Suicide risks studied in drugs for physical ills  Sep 3, 2008
    The acne drug carries a warning that it may cause suicidal thoughts and behavior in rare cases. Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Mums-to-be confused over advice  Sep 2, 2008
    Page last updated at 23:05 GMT, Monday, 1 September 2008 00:05 UK. Pregnancy can be a confusing time. (BBC News -- UK)

    Know the Symptoms of Polycystic Ova...  Sep 1, 2008
    Acne: According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), most women who have severe, persistent or late onset acne also have PCOS. ... Anti-androgens, such as spironolactone, help reduce many of the other symptoms, such as acne and hair loss. (Suite101.com)

    Following her own path (34)  Sep 1, 2008
    My mother started putting vitamins on our table when I was 9 years old and would counsel my friends about their acne, and I would have to take her aside and tell her I didn t want people thinking we were health-food fanatics. But after becoming a mother herself and reading about the benefits of vitamins and dietary supplements, Sardell did what she describes as a 180-degree flip. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Dietary Fat Won't Make You Fat  Aug 31, 2008
    According to Schwarzbein, Taubes and a growing number of health and dietary experts, excessive consumption of carbohydrates is to blame for a host of human ailments, ranging from acne to cancer, high cholesterol, osteoporosis, Type II Diabetes and many other degenerative diseases. Man-made carbohydrates are the most damaging, according to some nutritionists, and are actually the only bad carbohydrates. (Suite101.com)

    Condom Lubricant Used as Acne Cure in Cambodia  Aug 30, 2008
    A condom lubricant produced by a health organization to protect sex workers and gay men is being hailed as an acne cure by some in Cambodia, Agence France-Presse is reporting. Number One Plus, a water-based lubricant made by the organization Population Services International, is an excellent cure for acne, 29-year-old Tep Kemyoeurn told AFP. ... "After I used it for three days, all of my acne dried up and went away," she said. (Fox News)

    New Website Makes Holistic Therapy Accessible for Everyone  Aug 30, 2008
    " Outlined on her website, South suggests methods of massage therapy to help with stress and pain, as well as solutions for other issues such as weight loss, acne, anxiety and panic attacks. South intends to add more products as she finds ones which are reliable. "I looked at the worst problems that I have suffered from for many years and found many answers for them," said South. "As I studied our products, as well as others, I started seeing the end result which is helping people. This website... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Movie review: Germs' toxic 'Secret'  Aug 30, 2008
    Just as the Germs were emerging at the top of the heap, Darby meets up with young Rob Henley (Ashton Holmes), a tousle-headed kid with bad acne who seems at first to be coming on to Darby. Darby responds, but whether he had a sexual relationship with Rob is left unclear in the film. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Wanted: human guinea pigs for science. Any volunteers?  Aug 29, 2008
    Even studies that are more benign such as one being done by a South Euclid, Ohio, dermatologist on an acne treatment have a hard time getting enough people. It s for people with moderate to severe acne, said Janet Cohen, research study coordinator at Haber Dermatology ... A lot of people think their acne is bad; from our viewpoint, it isn t.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    The psychosocial price of acne: $275  Aug 27, 2008
    How much would teenagers pay to erase acne completely ... They surveyed 266 high-school students aged 14 to 18, all with at least some acne, as well as their parents ... Questions included, "How much money would you be willing to pay today to have never had acne your whole life (erase all the acne you've ever had) and never have it again?". (Globe and Mail)

    Duct-tape treatment can cure some warts  Aug 26, 2008
    " A small piece of duct tape is placed over the wart for a week. Remove the tape, soak the wart in warm water, file it down with an emery board and put on a fresh piece of duct tape the next day. Repeat this for up to two months. More wart remedies can be found at www.peoples pharmacy.com. About 40 years ago, a doctor told me to increase my potassium intake. A few years later, I found Morton Salt Substitute. I sprinkle about 1/8 teaspoon on my food about once a week, and I haven't had a muscle... (Athens Banner-Herald)

    No Prescription? Have Some of Mine  Aug 26, 2008
    When I was in my 30s, a male physician insisted that if I took a certain medication for acne, I needed to come in once a month so he could check to see if I was pregnant since the medication could harm an unborn fetus ... One of the main reasons mentioned for sharing drugs by teens is to treat acne ... I suspect you are talking about the acne medication Accutane, which is proven to cause birth defects. (New York Times)

    Pill for painful PMS hits market  Aug 26, 2008
    The pill, available from September 1, has been approved for use in women who have moderate acne or who meet criteria for PMDD.. Dr Farrell said there was some risks associated with oral contraceptive pills and they were unsuitable for some women, such as smokers aged over 35, obese women and those with cardiovascular problems. (Sydney Morning Herald)

    Natural cures, folk remedies (2)  Aug 24, 2008
    As a teenager, I had acne. Mom made me rub peeled garlic cloves right on the pimples three times a day. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Bodybuilder's Skin 'Scarred for Life' From Steroid Use  Aug 23, 2008
    He was subsequently diagnosed with severe steroid-induced acne. He also had shrunken testicles and a very low sperm count. (Fox News)

    Bodybuilder scarred from steroids  Aug 22, 2008
    Experts said steroid-induced acne was usually much milder ... Usually in people taking moderate doses of the drug you see some sort of mild acne but in severe cases it can ulcerate ... "Usually in people taking moderate doses of the drug you see some sort of mild acne but in severe cases it can ulcerate. The acne became severely ulcerated "The doses this man was taking were within the doses that are used among bodybuilders. (BBC News)

    The Most Effective Ways to Treat and Prevent Acne  Aug 22, 2008
    This will increase blood circulation and oxygen flow to the skin, which may help with acne prevention ... Prominent dermatologists have found that the most effective way to treat acne is with heat, a practice almost as old as time ... But it all started centuries ago when people would travel to volcanic sulfer springs and submerge their bodies in the hot water to cure their acne. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Do You Know What You're Putting on Your Skin?  Aug 22, 2008
    From wrinkles to acne, natural ingredients just might be the cure you've been seeking. For example, acne medicines made from all natural ingredients treat problem skin gently, great for sensitive skin types. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Acute Maternal Stress During Pregnancy Linked To Development Of Schizophrenia  Aug 22, 2008
    Dermatologists know that stress can cause hair to fall out, acne to break out, and many other problems. These manifestations of stress can cause even. (Science Daily)

    Mini movie reviews  Aug 22, 2008
    Otherwise, "it's the Army." There's Jake Tusing, a classic geek, who has horrible acne and a mouthful of braces. Yet he has a great longing for romance - will he find it. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Accutane Case Before 11th Circuit Centers on Expert Witness  Aug 21, 2008
    Three trials over an alleged link between the acne drug Accutane and serious gastrointestinal problems have resulted in and Florida state courts ... But, said Daniel, "the mechanism by which Accutane can affect and cure acne is unknown," yet no one contests that Accutane does cure acne, meaning a lack of a known mechanism does not mean there's no cause-and-effect relationship ... The brief says that there's no evidence that Accutane is associated with a statistically significant increased risk... (Law.com)

    Acne affects nearly everyone  Aug 21, 2008
    Dr. Michael Jung, director of clinical services at Family Practice Center in Sioux City, a Division of the Siouxland Medical Education Foundation, Inc., checks his computer for information about acne. It is said acne affects more than 17 million Americans annually ... SIOUX CITY -- What percentage of young adults or adults have acne at some point in their life. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Lack of sleep can raise teens' blood pressure  Aug 21, 2008
    Sleep deprivation can also hurt teens' ability to concentrate and problem solve, contribute to acne, lead to aggressive or inappropriate behavior, lead to unhealthy eating habits, and contribute to other illness, according to the National Sleep Foundation. MARKETPLACE. (Huntington Herald Dispatch)

    Study Outlines Teens' Preferences And Trade-offs For Freedom From Acne  Aug 21, 2008
    20, 2008) Teens report that they would pay about 275 to have never had acne, and are willing to pay considerably more to be acne-free than to have 50 percent clearance of their acne or to have clear skin with acne scars, according to a report in the August issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals ... Acne vulgaris affects almost all adolescents and has been associated with anxiety, depression, embarrassment and social dysfunction, according to background information in... (Science Daily)

    New clinic offers room to spare  Aug 21, 2008
    One of the first things Wilson plans to add is dermatologic laser services, for hair removal, acne treatment, leg veins and other similar conditions. Wilson did these procedures when he practiced at Health Plus in Stuttgart, and he has plenty of room in the new clinic to set up the equipment. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)

    Illegal medicines swamp SA market  Aug 21, 2008
    Certain medicines claimed to cure everything from cancer and HIV and Aids to arthritis, rheumatism, high blood pressure, urinary tract infections, thrush, eczema and acne. Alan Tomlinson, chairman of the Health Products Association of SA, whose members are manufacturers of complementary medicines, said the industry was generally responsible. (Business Report, South Africa)

    Addictive and Unhealthy Behaviors i...  Aug 19, 2008
    acne, swelling of feet or ankles. nosebleeds. (Suite101.com)

    Healthful Hints: Research shows gastric bypass surgery can help save lives  Aug 19, 2008
    A big question in medicine, like life, is always whether what you are doing is worth it, be it keeping someone alive longer, treating their acne or doing gastric bypass surgery. In going through my piling system, I happened on the August New England Journal Of Medicine, 2007. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Moisturizers 101: Do they cause skin cancer?  Aug 19, 2008
    Oil skin is prone to acne and breakouts and they better be treated with an oil-free, water based moisturizer without comedogenic ingredients. For sensitive skin that is susceptible to skin irritations, use moisturizers that do not contain allergens or such fragrances or dyes. (Food Consumer)

    Cell therapy treatment for wrinkles shows promise  Aug 18, 2008
    Teti said the positive study results further support the proof of principle for autologous cell therapy and opens the door for future research (of the therapy) in aesthetics, acne scars, burn scars and other clinical applications ... Isolagen is also testing its therapy in patients with acne scars ... Last year the company suffered a setback when the FDA asked it to conduct an additional midstage clinical trial for the acne indication. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)

    Herbal remedies that can kill you  Aug 16, 2008
    Marielena Jordan knows of the dangers first hand after a friend went looking for a cure for acne ... That's where she bought an herbal remedy that promise to cure her acne. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Neutrogena(R) Announces Fresh Faces 2008 Concert Sweepstakes  Aug 16, 2008
    Not only is Neutrogena kicking off the back-to-school season with the Fresh Faces 2008 Concert Sweepstakes, Neutrogena is also proud to introduce Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit to its line-up of trusted skin-clearing solutions. This new line of Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit acne cleansers clears breakouts and provides an uplifting blast of grapefruit, leaving skin refreshed and clear for the first day of school. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Why Moisturisers and Moisturising a...  Aug 15, 2008
    The moisturiser that's best for you depends on many factors, including your skin type, your age and whether you have specific conditions, such as acne ... Oily skin is prone to acne and breakouts. (Suite101.com)

    Isotretinoin may be on GP script  Aug 15, 2008
    GPs may soon be able to prescribe the acne drug isotretinoin (Roaccutane), with the TGA saying it is to consider a proposal to relax restrictions on the drug. At its next meeting in October () the National Drugs and Poisons Scheduling Committee says it will also consider a proposal to allow nicotine to be used in electronic cigarettes to aid smoking cessation. (6minutes)

    Inducible Siphoviruses in superficial and deep tissue isolates of Propionibacterium acnes  Aug 15, 2008
    Propionibacterium acnes is a commensal of human skin but is also known to be involved in certain diseases, such as acne vulgaris and infections of orthopaedic implants. Treatment of these conditions is complicated by increased resistance to antibiotics and/or biofilm formation of P. acnes bacteria ... P. acnes can be infected by bacteriophages, but until recently little has been known about these viruses. (BioMed Central)

    Stress Relief  Aug 13, 2008
    Skin problems such as acne, psoriasis and hives. Emotional effects. (Suite101.com)

    Big bad steroids in the city (and kampong)  Aug 13, 2008
    Among the horrors they wanted to avoid were increased appetite and weight gain; deposits of fat in the chest, face, upper back and stomach; water and salt retention leading to swelling and edema; high blood pressure; diabetes; black and blue marks; osteoporosis; slowed healing of wounds; cataracts; acne; muscle weakness; increased susceptibility to infection; lowered immune system; stomach ulcers; mood swings; and depression. My heart ached when I read this list; so many of these things are... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)

    FOXSexpert: The Health Benefits of Masturbation  Aug 12, 2008
    Anybody with solo sexploration experience can tell you that, contrary to popular myths, masturbation does not result in any of the aforementioned, nor does it lead to acne, warts, hair on the palm, insanity, blindness. What many may not know, however, is that stimulating yourself can ultimately boost your health in many ways. (Fox News)

    Healthful Hints: Do acne treatments fix or prolong the problem?  Aug 12, 2008
    Healthful Hints: Do acne treatments fix or prolong the problem ... Healthful Hints: Do acne treatments fix or prolong the problem ... Acne treatment options are many and different. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Go slow on medicating children  Aug 11, 2008
    Yes, we can give them the pill to regulate their periods and reduce cramping, acne, and mood swings. But should we treat something that's so clearly part of normal physiology. (Boston Globe)

    Scars? cellulite? Solutions for skin imperfections  Aug 9, 2008
    Depressed scars, like those from acne, are exactly that indented. What works. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome  Aug 7, 2008
    Those that have PCOS often have visible symptoms, such as being overweight or obese, elevated blood sugar, excess body hair, oily skin, a deep voice, or excessive acne. Some are caused by the poor blood sugar regulation from the insulin resistance, and some are caused by an abundance of androgens, such as testosterone due to the mixed hormonal signals that your body is sending and receiving. (Suite101.com)

    * Students seek help at sex education consulting centers  Aug 7, 2008
    The issues most commonly raised by the students included acne treatment, height, menstruation, ejaculation and weight control. Of the 261 students who visited the pharmacists to buy contraceptive products, two were younger than 12 years, 24 were aged 12 to 15, 73 were aged 15 to 18 and 162 were between 18 and 24, the survey results showed. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    Man who stabbed mum 57 times goes free  Aug 7, 2008
    These included "extreme punishments that were persisted in to an unreasonable degree" such as withholding acne medication. On the day of her death Mrs Porritt "tragically reinforced her demand (that Porritt leave the house) by picking up and brandishing a sharp knife". (NEWS.com.au)

    More of this story  Aug 7, 2008
    Psychologist Robert Brown, who spent some three hours with the defendant on Friday, said that the juvenile was suffering from sleeplessness, increased acne, acute irritability and extreme anxiety due to his stressful experience at the facility. The juvenile, Brown said, is more likely to harm himself in the detention center than outside of it. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)

    Broccoli cuts diabetic risk of heart disease  Aug 7, 2008
    Parents all over the country are waiting for news that Brussel Sprouts prevent childhood obesity, acne, bad breath, shyness and addiction to computer games. Boy Wonder. (Scotsman)

    Isolagen, Inc. Reports Positive Top-line Results from Pivotal Phase III Studies of Isolagen Therapy(TM) in Wrinkles: Studies Meet All Primary Efficacy Endpoints and are Statistically Significant  Aug 6, 2008
    "These results further support the proof of principle for autologous cell therapy and open the door for further research in aesthetics, acne scars, burn scars and other clinical applications." The pivotal, Phase III placebo-controlled studies investigating the efficacy and safety of Isolagen Therapy for the treatment of nasolabial folds, or wrinkles, evaluated a total of 421 people at 13 clinical sites across the United States. In Study IT-R-005, both the Evaluator and Patient evaluations met... (PR Newswire)

    Video game on a 'Re-Mission' to save lives of kids with cancer  Aug 5, 2008
    A few weeks or months after these young patients leave the hospital, the threat of cancer may seem distant, while side effects such as acne and weight gain remain painfully visible. "Teenagers see themselves as invincible," says Karen McKinley, a social worker at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in Norfolk, Va. (USA Today -- Tech)

    The Answer to Every Woman's Woes: C...  Aug 3, 2008
    6) As a word of caution, if you are acne prone, make sure to keep the oily hair out of your face. Coconut oil can also be used as a great moisturizer for rough hands and feet, but not on the face. (Suite101.com)

    LETTERS: NCT, July 31, 2008  Aug 1, 2008
    B.C. pills have also been used to control hormonal imbalances, acne, and a vast array of other conditions. I won't begrudge anyone their little blue pill. (North County Times)

    My weird nights in the disturbing world of Amy Winehouse  Jul 30, 2008
    Bad state: Amy earlier this week with acne on her face. This time it s photographs and videos leaked from a lost digital camera that show Winehouse in various states of dereliction, all shot by her now-imprisoned husband, Blake Fielder-Civil. (Daily Mail)

    Woman attacked and robbed in Clackamas parking lot  Jul 30, 2008
    One of the suspects was described as an 18-year-old Hispanic male, standing about 5'5" tall, weighing around 150 pounds, with short brown hair, acne on his face and last seen wearing a white T-shirt with blue shorts. The other suspect also appeared to be 18, standing about 5'7" tall, with a slender build, blonde hair, acne on his face and last seen wearing a white, tank top with blue jeans. The victim said she believes she could identify the men who attacked her in a police lineup. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)

    DEMS TO CONVENE FOR PIGOUT  Jul 29, 2008
    Who knew the Harvard word for "change" was acne. CARLA Bruni. (New York Post -- Gossip)

    QLT announces second quarter results for 2008  Jul 29, 2008
    Unless specified otherwise, all amounts are in U.S. dollars and in accordance with U.S. GAAP. "We are very pleased to report that we made steady progress on all fronts during the second quarter of 2008," said Bob Butchofsky, President and Chief Executive Officer of QLT. "We have made significant strides in delivering on our corporate restructuring plans that we previously announced in January of this year. In the second quarter, we signed agreements to divest two of our assets, which include the... (Canada Newswire)

    As U.S. doctors cater to looks, skin patients wait  Jul 29, 2008
    Donald Richey, a dermatologist in Chico, California, has two office telephone numbers: calls to the number for patients seeking an appointment for skin conditions like acne and psoriasis often go straight to voice mail, but a full-time staff member fields calls on the dedicated line for cosmetic patients seeking beauty treatments like Botox. Richey has two waiting rooms. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)

    Barrier Therapeutics, Inc. Announces Expiration of Hart-Scott-Rodino Waiting Period Relating to the Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. Proposal to Acquire Barrier Therapeutics, Inc.  Jul 29, 2008
    Barrier Therapeutics has other product candidates in various stages of clinical development for the treatment of a range of dermatological conditions, including onychomycosis, psoriasis, acne, skin allergies, and acute fungal infections ... 05%; Brevoxyl(r)-4 Creamy Wash (benzoyl peroxide 4%) and Brevoxyl(r)-8 Creamy Wash (benzoyl peroxide 8%) packaged in the Brevoxyl(r) Acne Wash Kit; Extina(r) (ketoconazole) Foam, 2%; Oilatum(r) Cleansing Bar; Physiogel(r) Cream; Stieprox(r) (ciclopirox... (Primezone Releases)

    Medications Can Make Going Outside Dangerous  Jul 28, 2008
    According to pharmacists warnings can come in the form of antibiotics, blood pressure pills, oral contraceptives or acne medicine. "You would get a terrible sun burn when normally you tolerate sun very well. Some drugs cause you not to be able to perspire," Martha Leff, St. Francis Pharmacy Operations Manager said. (FOX23.com, OK)

    Hope, in a time of horror, for pregnant cancer patients  Jul 27, 2008
    Alcohol, some over-the-counter cold medicines and certain prescription drugs such as the acne medication Accutane can cause serious birth defects. With chemotherapy, not much is known about how the babies escape harm even as the toxins cause the mother to lose weight, become anemic and lose her hair and fingernails. (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    C02 Can Take Away Your Wrinkles  Jul 26, 2008
    The researchers claimed that most of the side effects of this technique like acne or small white bumps known as milia could be cured with two years. Despite the complications this technique resulted in 45 per cent reduction in wrinkles and long-term improvements. (TopNews)

    Carbon dioxide skin resurfacing  Jul 25, 2008
    8 year period, and complications of acne and change in skin colour were common ... Twenty-one patients had no complications (45%) while 14 (30%) experienced acne, eight (17%) had over-pigmentation of the skin, and six (13%) had under-pigmentation One person experienced a skin infection, and one person had ectropion (outward rolling of the eyelid). (NHS Choices)

    Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing May Reduce Wrinkles Over Long Term  Jul 24, 2008
    Twenty-one patients (45 percent) had no complications following the procedure; of those who did, 14 (30 percent) had milia (small, white cysts) or acne; eight (17 percent) had hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin); six (13 percent) had hypopigmentation (lightening of the skin); one (2 percent) developed an infection; and one (2 percent) developed sagging of the eyelids. After an average of 2. (Science Daily)

    Laser Resurfacing Produces Long-Term Results  Jul 24, 2008
    Some patients also developed milia, small cysts or acne. One participant developed an infection, and one had sagging of the eyelids. (MEDLINEplus)

    Doctor's firm fined for overbilling  Jul 23, 2008
    A federal judge sentenced a corporation headed by prominent Honolulu dermatologist Norman Goldstein to five years' probation yesterday for overbilling Hawaii Medical Service Association more than $178,000 for acne procedures ... In a plea agreement with federal prosecutors last year, Goldstein pleaded guilty on behalf of the corporation to billing HMSA for about 20,000 acne surgeries when HMSA members received less expensive cryotherapy procedures. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Discounted Intaglio Skin Care Products Available at SaveOnSalonProducts.com  Jul 23, 2008
    "Intaglio offers products to treat aging, hyperpigmentation and/or acne-scarred skin, products that control, prevent, and maintain healthy skin. Intaglio offers a complete line of advanced skin care products, featuring medical strength glycolic acid products, plus topical antioxidants vitamin A, and highly intensified topical vitamin C." ... AHA Glycolic Day Lotion-10 SPF-15 (Oily) by Intaglio Cosmeceuticals A light formulation for oily, combination and acne skin that absorbs immediately,... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Insurers should cover birth control  Jul 22, 2008
    Some forms of birth control even help to improve other health and body issues, such as acne. Of course, not all women are left to pay for birth control without the assistance of health insurance. (Daily Iowan, IA)

    Laser Resurfacing: Lasting Wrinkle Fix?  Jul 22, 2008
    Laser Resurfacing: Lasting Wrinkle Fix. Skin Problems ments Health Center. (WebMD)

    Pimples and Cysts in Pets  Jul 20, 2008
    Acne can affect pets of all species and ages, and diagnosing and treating these skin lesions in a timely manner can promote healing, while lessening the chance for the formation of serious and painful infections like abscesses. According to Dr. Michael Levine, DVM, acne comes in two common forms ... Oils from foods and dirt from sniffing and exploring the world can clog pores, leading to a bout of acne. (Suite101.com)

    Galderma Announces Approval for Differin(R) Gel 0.1% in Japan  Jul 17, 2008
    Based on the Largest Ever Clinical Program for Acne in Japan LAUSANNE, Switzerland, July 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Galderma Pharma S.A., a global specialty pharmaceutical company focused on dermatology, announced today that Japan's Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has approved Differin(R) Gel 0. 1% (adapalene), a novel topical treatment for acne vulgaris in Japan ... (3b) "The collective results of three recent adapalene studies provide a substantial evidence base for the safe and effective use of... (PR Newswire)

    State-of-the-Art Medical Spa Opens in Weston, Bringing Remarkable Services to South Florida  Jul 15, 2008
    The skilled clinical staff members have been trained in scientifically-proven protocols to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, cellulite, unwanted hair, rosacea, acne, leg veins, and facial veins. With an array of different methodologies at their finger tips, patients are assured they are receiving the best solutions to their individual needs. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    More to kids' summer skin care than sunscreen  Jul 13, 2008
    For teens, clogged pores can lead to another problem: acne. When there's any sort of extra oil secretion, it's important to fully cleanse, tone, exfoliate and hydrate (with an oil-free formula), says Jeanna Nims, lead aesthetician at the Beach Plum Spa at the Cape Codder Resort in Hyannis, Mass. (MSNBC -- Health)

    Lessons Hard Won  Jul 13, 2008
    Fat, swollen covered in acne from steroids, she believes that she will be cured only after she has sex again. "[I]t just about killed me," she writes, hearing about everyone's affairs while she was hospitalized. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    From the New York Times  Jul 13, 2008
    Based on the above photo I d say there s no way the Iranians could airbrush the acne out of my highschool year book photo, and we had that capability at least six years ago. Posted by PB. (Harper's Magazine)

    JEFF EDELSTEIN COLUMN: Jeff's Sunday musings and terrible joke  Jul 13, 2008
    I'd take the mullet and the acne for just a few hours of feeling the thrill of driving for the first time, to taste that first sip of beer again and, not for nothing, but to be free of e-mail and cell phones, if just for a spell. Basically, I've hit the first "remember when" part of my life, and it's all because of Motley Crue. (The Trentonian, NJ)

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