Health
Dermatologist offers tips on dry winter skin
(HealthDay)—Dry skin is common during the winter and can lead to flaking, itching, cracking and even bleeding. But you can prevent and treat dry skin, an expert says.
Dec 28, 2013
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Coping tips for winter skin
(HealthDay)—The cold, dry air of winter can deplete your skin of moisture and cause "winter itch."
Dec 1, 2013
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Health
Pediatric skin ailments common in winter
As parents across the Chicago area prepare to take that perfect holiday photo to send to family and friends, they may want to consider more than just getting their kids to smile and look at the camera.
Nov 27, 2013
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Neuroscience
These scientists are 'itching' to help you stop scratching
Itch and scratch, itch and scratch. It's not the most serious physical problem in our lives, but it is common and it is very annoying. Now, researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and in Boston have come up with ...
Jun 5, 2013
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Medications
First OTC drug approved for women with overactive bladder
(HealthDay)—The drug Oxytrol has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as the first over-the-counter treatment for women 18 and older with overactive bladder.
Jan 25, 2013
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Health
Tips to avoid dry skin during winter
(HealthDay)—Throughout the winter, excessive hand washing to prevent the spread of germs can leave skin extremely dry and itchy. Drinking coffee and alcoholic beverages can also lead to dehydration and dry skin, experts ...
Jan 6, 2013
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Oncology & Cancer
Iclusig approved for rare leukemias
(HealthDay)—Iclusig (ponatinib) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat two rare forms of leukemia..
Dec 16, 2012
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Oncology & Cancer
Study shows dry storage a viable option for biospecimens
(Medical Xpress) -- A University of Colorado Cancer Center pilot study has discovered that the quality of dehydrated RNA from human cancer biospecimens compares favorably to those stored in ultra-low-temperature (minus-80 ...
Mar 5, 2012
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Medical research
Relief from red, itchy skin: Unraveling the secrets of vitamin D
Vitamin D helps to reduce the inflammation associated with psoriasis, a common skin condition that causes red, itchy patches on the skin, shows a new study.
May 12, 2011
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