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Sunbed Regulations Useless Says Scottish Parliament Health Committee
May 16, 2008 -- A health committee of the Scottish parliament said the regulations covering sunbeds and tanning machines offered for public use in commercial parlours are "useless" and do not protect the public, after reviewing evidence from the industry, environmental health and medical research. The committee is reviewing the control of tannning machines as part of a health bill going through parliament.
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`Early Warning' For Oral Cancer Now Covered Under UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits Dental Plans
May 16, 2008 -- UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits now provides coverage under all of its insured dental plans for a new oral cancer screening test for potential abnormalities inside the mouth, including premalignant lesions and oral cancer. The test, which uses light-contrast technology, can improve a dentist's ability to identify, evaluate and monitor lesions that are difficult to see using visual inspection under conventional lighting.
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Researchers Show Ustekinumab For Psoriasis Is Effective
May 15, 2008 -- Research published in two articles in this week's The Lancethas demonstrated that moderate-to-severe psoriasis can be effectivelytreated with the drug ustekinumab. In these PHOENIX trials, the authorshave also shown that treatment every 12 weeks maintains efficacy inmost people.As the most common immune-mediated adult skin disease, psoriasisaffects nearly 2 to 3% of the population.
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A Range Of Cosmetic Medicine Procedures For Any Age
May 15, 2008 -- BeautyforLife.com is the new interactive website where consumers can answer a few questions and receive a customized cosmetic medicine Beauty Plan. The website-a joint initiative of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)-is helping consumers understand and make educated choices among the full range of cosmetic medicine procedures.
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Results Of Dental Faculty Work-Life Survey Released In May Issue Of The Journal Of Dental Education
May 15, 2008 -- The most extensive national study of the dental school faculty environment to date reveals that dental educators are satisfied in their careers and enjoy a good work-life balance. A minority singled out for improvement professional development support and faculty mentoring programs within institutions. More broadly, the results give insight into the "change readiness" within dental schools for moving forward with curricular improvements and innovations.
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Tooth Loss Linked To Esophageal, Head And Neck, And Lung Cancer
May 14, 2008 -- Studying thousands of patients, Japanese researchers have found a strong link between tooth loss and increased risk of three cancers esophageal, head and neck, and lung. They suggest that preservation of teeth may decrease risk of developing these diseases.
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Acne Treatment Guide
May 14, 2008 -- Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in both males and females, occurring on the chest, face, shoulders and back. Almost everyone between the age of puberty and adulthood experiences acne. Because of the prevalence of acne, many people search for an acne treatment, often for various reasons.
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Advanced Wound Closure Techniques Replacing Sutures And Staples
May 14, 2008 -- As the number of surgical procedures performed annually in the developed world increases, clinicians and healthcare decision makers are showing an increased interest in new methods for closing and sealing surgical wounds.
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First Dental Practitioners Association Fellowship Awarded To Brian Lux, UK
May 14, 2008 -- The first Fellowship of the Dental Practitioners Association (DPA) was awarded to Brian Lux at the annual President's Dinner held on 10th May at the Millennium Gloucester hotel in South Kensington. Brian Levy, President of the DPA, awarded the honour on behalf of the DPA Council, in gratitude for distinguished, loyal, conscientious and diligent service to the Association.
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ADA Opens Online Registration For 149th Annual Dental Meeting In San Antonio
May 14, 2008 -- Registration is now open for the American Dental Association's (ADA) 149th Annual Session and World Marketplace Exhibition in San Antonio, offering unique learning opportunities, cutting-edge technology and a "Distinguished Speaker Series" that attracts history-making leaders from around the world. Register Online This year's event will be held Oct. 16-19 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
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