By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, March 4, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Some people given the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine may develop a reaction at the injection site that can first appear more than a week after they get the shot, research shows. A minority of patients may experience a large, red, sometimes raised, itchy or painful … Read more
George is recovering after spending three nights in hospital with coronavirus. Source link
Social media influencer Molly-Mae Hague, 21, has been raising awareness about the importance of young people getting moles checked for potential skin cancer. Melanomas can occur relatively frequently among younger age groups, so what are the signs to look for? Source link
The new coronavirus can survive many hours on human skin if left undisturbed, a new study has found. Though studies have shown that Covid-19 transmission largely occurs via aerosols and droplets, the authors of the new study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases said, “Proper hand hygiene is important to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2 infections.” … Read more
By E.J. Mundell HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Sept. 30, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Using your body as a canvas for tattoos might come at a price for your health. New research suggests that all that ink impedes natural sweating — and that might cause the body to overheat. The study found that tattooed skin on arms … Read more
Image copyright Anna Byard-Golds “There were days where I would have a complete meltdown and start clawing at it. I wanted to rip my skin off.” Anna Byard-Golds has had eczema all her life. “I was aware at the age of four or five. I noticed my hands looked different and I could feel different … Read more
What is an allergy skin test? An allergy is an overreaction, also known as a hypersensitivity, of the body’s immune system. Normally, your immune system works to fight off foreign substances like viruses and bacteria. When you have an allergy, your immune system treats a harmless substance, like dust or pollen, as a threat. To … Read more