Tips of the Week

 Also helpful in your summer medical kit is over-the-counter Benadryl tablets or liquid. Benadryl about an hour before bed can lessen the scratching, particularly at night. Insect bites get... more

 Summer insect bites can vary from just annoying to vacation ruining. Over the counter hydrocortisone 1% applied 3-4 times daily for 2-3 days is often enough.

A small percentage of us are... more

When you're travelling, it's NOT a good time to try new medications, new supplements, or new creams for you or your family. Vacations can be ruined by a family member with a serious... more

 Studies have shown that wounds heal faster and with less scarring if kept covered. Kids won't always keep them on, but you can try. One of my sons still has some very small scars on his... more

 When planning for a summer vacation, here is something really important to take with you to prevent skin problems that can land you in the ER.

Have your doctor prescribe for you a small... more

  We do occasionally see cases of scabies in our office, but it's actually tough to contract them!

You pretty much need "skin to skin" contact. It's tough to get them from sheets or a... more

 If you're prone to sinus problems, find dry airplane air irritating, or feel like you often get upper respiratory illnesses while travelling, try this simple trick.

Buy, at any drugstore,... more

 Skin infections while travelling are miserable, and can be dangerous in wet or tropical climates.

You might think that using anti-bacterial soaps would protect you. They may help some, but... more

  On those long flights (anything from 4-12+ hours), here's how to keep your facial skin hydrated.

Buy a travel size of your favorite moisturizer - Cetaphil cream works fine. Keep that... more

  This week I'm starting a 4 or 5 part series on travel and your skin. How to protect it while you travel, from rashes, allergic problems, infections, dryness, etc.

To keep your hands from... more