New study could bring relief to acne patients

A breakthrough could be on the way for acne patients, yet experts at the North Carolina Research Campus are enrolling participants in a new study, using genetics to help find safer ways to treat acne. With the help of 250 participants, a M.U.R.D.O.C.K. study conducted by Duke University experts, could lead to new, safer ways to treat severe acne.

Suneva Medical to Pursue Expanded Indications for Artefill® With Launch of Phase III Acne Scar Study

SAN DIEGO , Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Suneva Medical, a privately-held aesthetic medical device company, today announced that it is launching a multi-center study to investigate the efficacy of Artefill ...

Scots women too afraid to face world with their spots, survey claims

ONE in five women with acne says it makes them afraid to leave their homes, researchers claimed yesterday.

NZ firm targets US acne market

When it comes to pharmaceutical markets the United States is the promised land with pill-popping Americans consuming more prescription drugs than any other nation.They spent almost US$308 billion ($374 billion) on medications in...

Anti-Aging Beauty: Skincare-News.com Presents Fashion Tips for Mature Women

SACRAMENTO, CA-- - As the skin ages, women might notice new skin concerns, like age spots and fine lines. Acne and oily skin are also likely for women in middle age, especially while they're going through ...

Obesity ups acne risk in teenage girls

Overweight or obese teenager girls are at a significant greater risk of developing acne compared with their normal-weight peers, a Norwegian study says.

Harriet Page, 18, overcame severe acne and bullying to become a beauty queen contestant

Harriet Page, from Hampshire, has revealed how she once had so many spots on her face she was nicknamed 'dart board' by cruel bullies at school.

How to help your skin while you sleep

Some simple steps you take before bed can help counter everything from dark circles to acne

Dr. Phyllis Ritchie: Damage to teeth can be side effect of tetracyclines

Tetracyclines are prescribed for a broad range of infections, including acne.

NJ sees success in fighting steroids in schools

KEVIN MINNICK Courier-Post of Cherry Hill CHERRY HILL, N.J. Bigger. Stronger. Faster. In a sports world where athletes want to get as much of an edge on the competition as possible, the use of steroids is a relatively quick fix. Despite a wide range of side effects — severe acne, liver disease, infertility and even death among the long list of dangers — many have ignored the warning signs and ...