Fall is finally here, and with the changing season comes a variety of delicious foods (Did you notice the sudden appearance of all things pumpkin in stores?). We all know that we can protect our skin by applying sunscreen and using skin products to address issues like acne, but eating a well-balanced, nutrient-rich diet can […]

Do you have varicose veins or poor circulation? You may be susceptible to a type of dermatitis called stasis dermatitis. When you have poor circulation, it prevents blood from flowing properly through your veins, often causing blood to pool in the legs. This condition, known as venous insufficiency, can lead to the development of stasis […]

Since the Zika virus has spread to the US, we are hearing more and more about the virus and its symptoms, implications, and correlation to birth defects. As of August 31st, the Center for Disease Control has reported 2,722 confirmed cases of Zika, 624 of whom are pregnant women with lab evidence of the virus. […]

Sweating is a natural bodily process that helps us to cool down, especially when we are physically exerting our bodies, but have you ever wondered if you sweat too much? Everyone differs in how much they sweat, but there is actually a medical condition called hyperhidrosis that causes excessive sweating. How much is excessive? It […]

Although our bodies are surrounded by bacteria in the air, soil, and water, our skin functions as a barrier to protect our bodies from harmful bacteria. However, sometimes they can cause an infection by entering a wound or spreading from one small area of our skin. A skin infection occurs when a harmful bacteria proliferates, […]