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Acne And Rosacea Getting You Down? Laser, Light And Cosmetic Treatments Give Patients A Much Needed Boost
It is estimated that approximately 50 million people in the United States alone are affected by acne vulgaris, and another 14 million Americans experience the redness, flushing and pronounced blood vessels associated with rosacea. While there are no cures for these persistent skin conditions, dermatologists are broadening their treatment options to include laser, light and cosmetic therapies that are proving effective in managing these conditions and improving patient satisfaction.
Speaking at the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, dermatologist Jenny J. Kim, MD, PhD, FAAD, assistant professor of medicine and dermatology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA), in Los Angeles, Calif., discussed the latest approaches for treating acne, acne scarring and rosacea with laser and light therapies by themselves, in combination with each other or with cosmetic treatments, such as fillers.
That Old Kennedy Magic Ted Kennedy's roof-raising endorsement of ...
Sen. Ted Kennedy did not just endorse Barack Obama today; he passed him his brother John's baton, 45 years on, and bet the whole darn Kennedy Compound that this man is The One. Oh, and he performed a double vivisection on the Clintons as 6,000 cheered. The biggest applause line of the day came when Kennedy said that Obama fights for what he believes in, "without demonizing those who hold a different view." And unlike some he could name, what Obama is selling is "not just about himself, but about all of us," Kennedy thundered. He did not make his decision to back Obama instead of Hillary Clinton seem like a very tough call, given that the choice as he described it was between fear and hope, the past and the future, meanness and possibility. .
More generics are added to retailer's $4 program
• During the past year, Wal-Mart estimates that it has saved customers more than $613.5 million. • Since September 2006, nearly 40 percent of prescriptions filled in Wal-Mart, Sam's Club and Neighborhood Market pharmacies were $4 prescriptions. • With the changes announced Thursday, the program now offers a product for up to 95 percent of the prescriptions written in the majority of therapeutic categories. • The full list is available at www.walmart.com/pharmacy. Source: Wal-Mart Stores Inc. .
Assault at HRC Store
Sgt. Brett Parson, head of the Washington Metropolitan Police Department's special liaison units, including the Gay and Lesbian Liaison Unit (GLLU), and the Human Rights Campaign have confirmed a report that the HRC Corner Store and Action Center at 1633 Connecticut Ave. NW was robbed around 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18. An unnamed 23-year-old male working in the store was assaulted during the robbery, which netted approximately $400. Parson says the victim was pistol-whipped, suffering cuts and bruises to head, for which he was treated and released. Parson described the suspect as a black male in his mid 20s to early 30s, about 5'4'', 135 pounds, with a light complexion, clean-shaven, with minor acne scars on his chin. At the time of the robbery, the assailant was wearing a dark-green knit hat; a long, puffy black coat; black dress pants; and a tie.
Rade Prica provides shot in the arm to bring relief for Sunderland
On a fine night for unheralded heroes at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland clambered out of the relegation zone courtesy of two players still to establish themselves as household names anywhere other than their own homes. Daryl Murphy and Rade Prica slip from the memory more readily than they slip off the tongue, but the goals they plundered could hardly have been more vital. Three delicious points not only lifted Roy Keane’s team away from immediate peril and into fourteenth place, they left Birmingham City spluttering in their wake. On this evidence, the task facing Alex McLeish at St Andrew’s is anything but straightforward. City, who have not won any of their past six matches in all competitions, were devoid of confidence and inspiration. Keane has struggled to attract established players to his club — Robbie Savage, Matt Taylor and Stephen Hunt have all been targeted and failed to appear — but on this occasion the lesser figures proved inspirational.
Laura Bush promotes healthy living
Kansas City, Mo. - In a rare break from tradition, first lady Laura Bush offered this week's national radio address to promote healthy living and heart-disease prevention.
"President Bush has handed the mike over to me," she said, according to a White House transcript of the address, which will air Saturday. "And today, I'd like to talk about something that's close to my heart - America's heart health." Mrs. Bush is the ambassador for the Heart Truth, a campaign to educate women about the risks of heart disease and the steps to prevent it. She said the disease affects more than 80 million people in the U.S. and claims the life of one American every minute. "Symptoms of a heart attack can be different in women than in men," she said. "Symptoms in women can include persistent fatigue, difficulty breathing, and a pain in the jaw or neck.
Jan Marini Skin Research Suspends Sales of Popular Eyelash Products
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Jan Marini Skin Research, Inc. (JMSR; http://www.janmarini.com) today announced that it will voluntarily suspend the sale of its Age Intervention Eyelash Conditioner and Age Intervention Masses of Lashes Mascara products in the U.S. JMSR cited a patent infringement lawsuit by Allergan Pharmaceutical as one reason for the suspension. "We believe that it makes sense to suspend these products while we strategically review our options," said JMSR President & CEO Jan Marini. "We are assured that the Allergan allegations are unfounded. However, the lawsuit is a major distraction." JMSR reasserted its confidence in the safety profile of the products, and noted that it has conducted numerous and excellent safety studies. The company maintains its legal right to market both products.
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