Mindfulness, Self-Compassion Training Improves QOL in Eczema
WEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A mindfulness and self-compassion training intervention is effective for improving quality of life (QOL) among adults with atopic dermatitis, according to a study published online May 10 in JAMA Dermatology….
Learn MoreNearby Nature Does Not Protect Against Early Childhood Eczema
WEDNESDAY, May 3, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Greenness around the home during early childhood does not seem to protect against eczema, according to a study published online April 7 in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology.Minna Lukkarinen, from University of…
Learn MoreVacations Are No Time to Take a Holiday From Allergy & Asthma Treatments
WEDNESDAY, April 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Summer is almost here, and its arrival brings opportunities for many people – including those who suffer with allergies and asthma — to plan vacations away from home.A recent article titled “Allergies don’…
Learn MoreRisk for Melanoma Reduced for Individuals With Atopy
FRIDAY, March 31, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Atopy is associated with a reduction in the risk for melanoma, according to a study published online Feb. 28 in Melanoma Research.Jenni Komulainen, M.D., from the University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio, and …
Learn MoreRisk of Developing Osteoarthritis Increased for Patients With Atopic Disease
TUESDAY, March 28, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Patients with atopic disease have an increased risk of developing osteoarthritis (OA), according to a study published online March 27 in the Annals of Rheumatic Disease.Matthew C. Baker, M.D., from Stanford …
Learn MoreAAD: Risk for Skin Cancer Higher for Adults With Atopic Dermatitis
MONDAY, March 27, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Adults with atopic dermatitis (AD) have an increased risk for developing melanoma, basal cell carcinoma (BCC), and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), with significantly higher risks seen for moderate-to-severe ve…
Learn More¿Planifica un embarazo? No permita que el eczema y la psoriasis interfieran
LUNES, 30 de marzo de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Durante el embarazo, las mujeres quizá tengan que sopesar opciones distintas para tratar ciertos problemas de la salud.La Academia Americana de Dermatología (American Academy of Dermatology, AAD) ofrece a…
Learn MoreNew Drug Could Be Treatment Option for People With Eczema
MONDAY, March 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Patients could soon have access to a new injectable drug to treat atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema.The drug, lebrikizumab, proved effective in teenagers and adults in two clinical trials just…
Learn MorePlanning for a Pregnancy? Don’t Let Eczema, Psoriasis Get in the Way
MONDAY, March 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — During pregnancy, women may need to consider different options for treating certain health issues.The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) offers some suggestions for pregnant women living with the common sk…
Learn MoreCalifornia’s Wildfires Caused Uptick in Skin Ailments
MONDAY, March 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Wildfires are known to have a lot of negative impacts on the environment and the health of the people who live through them. Yet another is the worsening of skin conditions, according to the American Academy …
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