August 3, 2020

How to Protect Yourself From the Sun's Harmful UV Rays

SATURDAY, July 11, 2020 -- When you're outside this summer, be sure to protect yourself from the sun, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and nearly 20 Americans die every day from melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.

July 16, 2020

Skin Cream May Offer New Treatment Option for Psoriasis

WEDNESDAY, July 15, 2020 -- A cream medication that eases skin inflammation might offer a safer treatment option for people with psoriasis, a new clinical trial suggests.

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that affects more than 8 million Americans, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. The disease arises from an abnormal immune response that triggers rapid turnover of skin cells, causing them to pile up on the skin's surface.

June 29, 2020

How to Prevent and Treat Nail Psoriasis at Home

SUNDAY, June 21, 2020 -- Psoriasis causes painful skin rashes and joints but can also affect the nails, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.

Most of the nearly 8 million Americans who suffer from psoriasis will develop nail psoriasis at some time. That's why it's important to check fingernails and toenails for signs of psoriasis, which may include nail dents, lifting, discoloration, thickening and crumbling.