Anika Therapeutics Receives European CE Mark Approval For "ELEVESS Light"

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:00:00 PST
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Anika Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANIK), a leader in products for tissue protection, healing and repair based on hyaluronic acid ("HA") technology, announced that it has received European CE Mark approval for "ELEVESS™ Light," the Company's latest aesthetic product used for the treatment of fine lines and facial wrinkles.

Dermatologists Now Offer Non Invasive Skin Tightening

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 PST
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The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Dermatology is offering a new non-surgical, needle-free skin-tightening procedure that doctors say smoothes wrinkles, firms up baggy or loose skin and improves body contours. The outpatient cosmetic procedure is performed with Thermage®, a device that contours skin all over the body face, eyelids, neck, abdomen, arms, legs and more using focused radio waves.

Burns Patients Awaiting Skin Grafts: Human Embryonic Stem-Cells Could Be Used To Generate Temporary Skin

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST
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A study in this week's edition of The Lancet reports that the use of human embryonic stem-cells (hESCs) is a promising alternative for producing temporary skin substitutes for patients awaiting skin grafts after, for example, serious burn injuries. The article is the work of Dr Christine Baldeschi, INSERM and Institute for Stem Cell Therapy and Exploration of Monogenic Diseases, Evry Cedex, France, and colleagues.

FDA Approves New Drug For Pain That Persists After Shingles

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:00 PST
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced yesterday that it has approved Qutenza (capsaicin) 8% patch for the treatment of post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN), an often excruciating pain that can persist for weeks, months and even years in 10 to 15 per cent of people who get shingles. The medicated skin patch, which is made by Lohmann Therapie-Systems AD of Andernach, Germany and distributed in the US by NeurogesX Inc.

Basilea's Toctino(R) Receives Marketing Authorization In Canada

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 PST
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Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd. announces that Toctino® (alitretinoin), a new once-daily oral treatment for adults with severe chronic hand eczema (CHE) unresponsive to potent topical corticosteroids, has obtained regulatory approval from Health Canada. "We are delighted that Health Canada has approved the use of Toctino for patients with severe chronic hand eczema unresponsive to potent topical steroids.

University Of Montreal Study Reveals Danger To Fetus Of Certain Drugs

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:00:00 PST
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More than six percent of expectant mothers in Quebec consume prescription drugs that are known to be harmful to their fetuses, according to a Université de Montréal investigation published in the British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Half these women will voluntarily terminate their pregnancy fearing congenital malformations, which means the abortion rate among these women is 11 percent higher than in the rest of the population.

TAU Develops Dissolving Dressing For Wounds Packed With Infection-Fighting Antibiotics

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:00:00 PST
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Despite advances in treatment regimens and the best efforts of nurses and doctors, about 70% of all people with severe burns die from related infections. But a revolutionary new wound dressing developed at Tel Aviv University could cut that number dramatically. Prof.

New Study Ushers In Spring-Time For Slow Inactivation

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:00:00 PST
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The December 2009 issue of the Journal of General Physiology (JGP) contains a paper by Christopher Ahern (The University of British Columbia, Vancouver) and colleagues that explores pore mutation effects in Shaker and other K+ channels using in vivo nonsense suppression technology. The study was published online November 16 (http://www.jgp.org).

FDA Approves New Drug Treatment For Long-Term Pain Relief After Shingles Attacks

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:00:00 PST
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the approval of Qutenza (capsaicin) 8% patch, a medicated skin patch that relieves the pain of post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN), a serious complication that can occur after a bout with shingles. Shingles is an outbreak of rash or blisters on the skin that is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox - the varicella-zoster virus.

International Psoriasis Council Hosts Second Educational Symposium To Increase Global Knowledge Of Psoriasis

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST
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Beginning Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, the International Psoriasis Council (IPC) will host its second symposium at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. The two-day conference brings together dermatologists from Asia, Eastern Europe and Spain to elevate the global understanding of psoriasis and its treatment. Sessions will be facilitated by leading dermatologists and nurses dedicated to psoriasis management and research.

Innovative Strategy Could Help People Follow Doctors' Orders, Take Medications

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 PST
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People who received daily text messages reminding them to apply sunscreen were nearly twice as likely to use it as those who did not receive such messages, a new study led by a UC Davis Health System dermatologist has found. Researchers hope their findings, which appear in the November issue of the Archives of Dermatology, will inspire other health-care providers to use text messaging to encourage healthy habits in their patients, such as taking prescribed medications properly.

Skin Color Gives Clues To Health

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:00:00 PST
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Researchers from the universities of Bristol and St. Andrews in the UK have found that the color of a person's skin affects how healthy and therefore attractive they appear, and have found that diet may be crucial to achieving the most desirable complexion. The work will be published in the December issue of Springer's International Journal of Primatology.

What Is Dupuytren's Contracture? What Cause Dupuytren's Contracture?

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:00:00 PST
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Dupuytren's contracture (Dupuytren contracture) is a condition that affects the hands and fingers. It is an uncommon hand deformity in which the connective tissue under the skin of the palm contract and toughen over time. It causes one or more of the fingers on one or both hands to bend into the palm of the hand. Dupuytren's contracture is named after the French surgeon, Baron Guillaume Dupuytren, who first described and researched the condition in 1834.

HPA Advice On The Use Of Sunbeds

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST
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Sunbeds should be off limits to the under 18s and should not be used for cosmetic tanning - say scientists at the Health Protection Agency. The issue of sunbed use has come back into the public eye following the publication of Cancer Research UK research in the British Medical Journal which shows worrying levels of sunbed use by under-18s. The HPA's position on sunbeds is: 'Sunbeds emit UVR. Sunbeds cause tanning and can cause sunburn.

PuriCore Announces Promising Clinical Results For Vashe(R) Wound Therapy In Post-Operative Care Of Skin Grafts On Burns

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:00:00 PST
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PuriCore (LSE:PURI), the life sciences company focused on developing and commercializing proprietary solutions that safely, effectively, and naturally kill infectious pathogens, announced results of a randomized clinical trial showing the potential effectiveness of its Vashe Wound Therapy in the post-operative care of split-thickness skin grafts for burn injuries.

Sol-Gel's IND Application For Rosacea Accepted By FDA

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:00:00 PST
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Sol-Gel Technologies announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has acknowledged receipt of Sol-Gel's Investigational New Drug Application (IND) for DER45-EV Gel for the topical treatment of rosacea. This IND allows Sol-Gel to initiate Phase II studies with DER45-EV Gel in rosacea patients. DER45-EV Gel is an innovative topical product based on Sol-Gel's patented drug delivery system that is designed to enhance the efficacy, safety and stability of topical drugs.

Plea For Age Limits On Hair Transplant Surgery

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:00:00 PST
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One of the UK's leading cosmetic surgeons is calling for age restrictions on hair transplant surgery, after seeing an alarming rise in the number of teenage boys wanting to go under the knife. Dr Bessam Farjo, co-founder of The Farjo Medical Centre and past President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, has seen a 23 per cent increase in enquiries coming from men aged 20 years or under over the past 12 months.

Hair Care On A Budget

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:00:00 PST
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These days, saving a little money here and there is all the rage. Even small changes carpooling to work or making coffee at home can really add up. But when it comes to cutting back on hair care, many people might be hesitant to make significant changes for fear that it could impact their looks and the health of their hair. That's where a dermatologist can help.

Saving Face 101: How To Customize Your Skin Care Routine With Your Skin Type

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:00:00 PST
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Finding the right skin care routine starts with understanding the unique needs of your skin type. For example, people with dry skin can benefit from applying moisturizer several times a day; whereas, those with oily skin might need to apply a lightweight moisturizer only once a day, if at all. Customization is key, and dermatologists can help people of all ages and skin types select products based on their individual skin care needs.

Dermatologists Offer Advice From Head To Toe On What To Expect When You're Aging

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:00:00 PST
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Everyone expects their bodies to change as they get older. From wrinkles and sagging skin to brittle bones and aches and pains, the aging process is inevitable. In addition, there are a number of medical dermatologic conditions that surface with age that can cause people even more stress. Fortunately, dermatologists can help diagnose and treat these conditions no matter when they strike.

Saving Face 101: How To Customize Your Skin Care Routine With Your Skin Type

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:00:00 PST
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/170510.php

Finding the right skin care routine starts with understanding the unique needs of your skin type. For example, people with dry skin can benefit from applying moisturizer several times a day; whereas, those with oily skin might need to apply a lightweight moisturizer only once a day, if at all. Customization is key, and dermatologists can help people of all ages and skin types select products based on their individual skin care needs.

What's The Skinny On Fat Removal? Dermatologists Believe Emerging Non-Invasive Technologies Shaping Up To Be The Next Big Thing

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:00:00 PST
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For many people, diet and exercise help keep them looking and feeling healthy. But even those who work hard on staying in shape might have a hard time shaking stubborn love handles or lower belly fat, which can bulge through clothing like a neon sign. While the market for getting rid of unwanted fat has grown over the years to include stomach stapling and behavioral techniques, there is still a demand for procedures that can reduce areas of localized fat safely and effectively.

Independent Study Utilizing Cyclic Levulan PDT Finds 95 Percent Reduction In New Squamous Cell Carcinoma Lesions In Solid Organ Transplant Recipients

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:00:00 PST
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The results of an independent investigator study just published in the online version of Dermatologic Surgery demonstrate that Levulan(®) Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) may reduce the rate of recurrence of squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) in solid organ transplant recipients (SOTRs), a population with a high incidence of nonmelanoma skin cancer.

Dermatologists Can Help Separate Fact From Fiction For Sun Exposure, Sunscreen And Vitamin D

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:00:00 PST
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When it comes to vitamin D, consumers are bombarded with mixed messages about the best source for this essential nutrient. While some may argue that small doses of intentional sun exposure are safe, dermatologists point out that the risk of developing skin cancer from ultraviolet (UV) radiation far outweighs the benefit of stimulating vitamin D production particularly when enriched foods and supplements are safe and effective sources of this vitamin.

What Is Epidermolysis Bullosa? What Causes Epidermolysis Bullosa?

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST
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Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of rare genetic skin conditions that cause the skin to blister in response to minor injury, heat, or friction from rubbing or scratching. Genetic conditions are inherited. They are caused by faulty genes that run in the family. Most types of epidermolysis bullosa initially affect infants and young children. Some people with mild forms of the condition do not develop signs and symptoms until adolescence or early adulthood.