As children transition into their pre-teen years, they experience many physical and emotional changes. Some of these changes will affect their skin in different ways. Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute offers guidance on navigating pre-teen skin care concerns, ensuring your child’s skin remains healthy during this transitional phase. This includes cultivating a proactive skin care
By Brandie Oros, APRN June is designated as Men’s Health Month, aiming to raise awareness about preventable health concerns and encourage timely identification and treatment of diseases like cancer and heart disease. Embracing a proactive mindset and a wholesome way of life can effectively lower men’s chances of encountering various health issues, including those that
By Michael Zumwalt, M.D. Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon, Board-Certified Dermatologist For a product that has been around since 1859, petroleum jelly has certainly become entrenched in our culture. I’m sure most of us grew up with a jar in the medicine cabinet, and many of us still have one in our homes. It is a multi-purpose
One of the great things about living in Nevada is participating in all the great outdoor activities. In winter, this means we can get out there and go skiing, snowboarding, sledding, ice skating, snowmobiling, or just hang around outside enjoying a cup of cocoa. Regardless of what you enjoy, taking care of your health is
It seems a bit out there to include the words acid and skin care in the same sentence, but certain types of acids are very beneficial for your skin. The types of acids that you will see in skin care products include alpha-hydroxy-acids (AHAs) and beta-hydroxy-acids (BHAs). Both of these are exfoliants, but the difference
Over the last couple of years, we’ve all had the opportunity to spend a little more time and effort on better skin care. I believe most of us have realized the importance it makes to our well-being, not just for cosmetic reasons. Our skin’s health really matters, regardless of our age. That being said, we
Created by the Nevada Cancer Coalition, Sun Smart Nevada was designed to raise awareness, and encourage Nevadans to adopt sun-safe habits. Resources provided by the Sun Smart Nevada program include tips for preventing exposure to UV radiation along with educating the community about regular skin checks. Launched in 2015, Sun Smart Nevada has installed over
Michael Zumwalt, MD There are many reasons to love living in the Reno and Northern Nevada area. Some of the biggest perks of living here are the year-round sunny skies and a large number of outdoor recreation opportunities available just minutes away from home. As a Dermatologist and outdoor enthusiast, I have a passion for enjoying the