Research published in two articles in this week’s The Lancethas demonstrated that moderate-to-severe psoriasis can be effectivelytreated with the drug ustekinumab. In these PHOENIX trials, the authorshave also shown that treatment every 12 weeks maintains efficacy inmost people.As the most common immune-mediated adult skin disease, psoriasisaffects nearly 2 to 3% of the population.

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Posted: May 15th, 2008 under skin health.
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The earliest event in the development of sun-induced skin cancer may have been identified. Researchers found that the point of entry for skin cancer in response to sun exposure is in receptor molecules, molecular “hooks” on the outer surface of cells that also pull cannabinoid compounds found in marijuana out of the bloodstream.

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Posted: May 15th, 2008 under skin health.
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As the number of surgical procedures performed annually in the developed world increases, clinicians and healthcare decision makers are showing an increased interest in new methods for closing and sealing surgical wounds.

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Posted: May 14th, 2008 under skin health.
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Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in both males and females, occurring on the chest, face, shoulders and back. Almost everyone between the age of puberty and adulthood experiences acne. Because of the prevalence of acne, many people search for an acne treatment, often for various reasons.

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Acne vulgaris is the medical term for common acne. Acne is widespread among teenagers, although a smaller percentage of adults in their 30’s and 40’s still get acne. Common acne is characterized by the presence of one or all of the following: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustule or pimples that are seen on the face, chest, back, shoulders, even neck. Thousands of oil glands can be found in the skin.

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Warner Chilcott and LEO Pharma announced that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the New Drug Application (NDA) for Taclonex Scalp(R) (calcipotriene 0.005% and betamethasone dipropionate 0.064%) Topical Suspension. LEO Pharma submitted the NDA for Taclonex Scalp(R) to the FDA in July 2007. Taclonex Scalp(R) is a topical suspension containing a combination of calcipotriene 0.005% and betamethasone dipropionate 0.

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Acne Rosacea affects millions of people worldwide, although some of those afflicted with the skin condition are not aware that they have it. For some people, the condition looks similar to a sunburn or flushing of the cheeks. Rosacea - often knows as acne rosacea - is a long term or chronic dermatitis that involves inflammation of the cheeks, forehead, nose or eyelids.

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Posted: May 13th, 2008 under skin health.
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Acne: The general term for clogged skin pores which includes blackheads and whiteheads, as well as severe kind like cysts or nodules, usually found on the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders. Acne vulgaris: The medical term for common acne, which manifests itself as blackheads, whiteheads, papules and pustules.

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Cancer researchers and physicians have warned of the link between unprotected sun exposure and the development of skin cancer for decades, but experts from Yale Cancer Center warn that recent publicity about a new study linking a decreased risk of breast cancer to increased levels of vitamin D may be confusing. A recent study, published in the Breast Journal, evaluated the incidence of breast cancer in 107 countries.

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Posted: May 12th, 2008 under skin health.
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Dermatologists at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) are using a powerful new type of laser to evaporate patients’ wrinkles and sun damage with fewer treatments. Called Fraxel re:pair™, this novel technology has roots in the Boston area. The concept was originally developed at the MGH and has led to a whole class of lasers in use across the country, including the Fraxel re:store™ and Fraxel re:pair™.

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Posted: May 9th, 2008 under skin health.
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