Psoriasis Awareness Month August is recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation as Psoriasis Awareness Month, bringing together people who suffer from psoriasis and encouraging support amongst them (which is over 8 million Americans alone!) Elizabeth Drumm, FNP-C, DCNP with Dermatology Associates of La Grange gave us the facts about this skin condition. What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is…
DetailsSun UV Safety Awareness As much as we love sunshine, without proper protection the sun’s rays can cause damage to our skin. Caitrin Stranding, MPAS, PA-C, shared some insightful information about sunscreens and SPF (sun protection factor), in order to help us make the best decisions for our skin while enjoying the outdoors this summer! What…
DetailsExtraction for Acne Acne is amongst the most common skin conditions in the world, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. Just like our skin, treating acne is not “one size fits all”, but luckily there are many treatment options available to help mitigate stubborn break outs, including one that is undoubtedly a favorite amongst…
DetailsSkin Cancer Awareness Along with the American Academy of Dermatology, we encourage you to #PracticeSafeSun, this month and year-round to keep your skin happy and healthy. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, there are an estimated 9,500…
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