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Dermatology Blog with Heather Brannon, MD May 2008 Archive

By Heather Brannon, MD, About.com Guide to Dermatology since 2002

Lou Gehrig's Treatment Also Slows Melanoma Growth

Sunday May 25, 2008
Riluzole, an FDA-approved drug for Lou Gehrig's Disease has been shown to slow the growth of melanoma. A phase 0 (first in human) trial on people with late stages ... Read More

New Guidelines for Shingles Vaccine

Friday May 16, 2008
The CDC recently released new guidelines on who should get the shingles vaccine. Previously the CDC recommended all people over 60 who have never had shingles get the vaccine. ... Read More

Soaps for Your Face

Tuesday May 6, 2008
Soaps for the face are different than soaps for your body. Find out why your face deserves its own soap, and get help choosing the best soap for your ... Read More
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