Using light to help treat skin conditions is a common practice. Dermatologist Simon Hernandez, MD, explains how phototherapy (aka light therapy) works and why it is used compared to other skin care treatments.
Nature is beautiful and worth exploring! While you’re taking it all in, keep an eye out for these plants that are poisonous to touch or eat. Our experts explain what to do if you’re sickened.
Sunscreen lotions have been around for decades, but sunscreen sprays are becoming more popular – especially with parents of younger children. We explain which is more effective and how to best protect your skin from sun damage.
Often called ‘the mask of pregnancy’, melasma mostly happens to women and leads them to seek help from a dermatologist. Learn how to recognize melasma and how to treat it.
Menopause changes many things about a woman’s body – including her skin. Beth Lertzman, MD, explains some of the changes to look for and how to be ready for them.
An autoimmune disease mainly recognized by the hardening of skin, scleroderma affects about 300,000 people in the U.S. each year. Learn more about the condition and how it is treated.
Getting a new piercing is exciting. But sometimes things don’t always go as planned. See some of the most common problems with piercings – and what to do.
Deciding how to remove unwanted facial hair is common for women. Beth Lertzman, MD, discusses different options for hair removal.
Cheryl’s varicose veins were causing pain and swelling in her legs. After visiting the Vein Treatment Center, she was able to find the relief she needed.
There are a lot of products and medications that claim to stop or even reverse hair loss. Dr. Nana Duffy, one of our dermatologists, breaks down what to look for with these products.
Skin care routines are becoming more popular with young teenagers and even tweens. Hear from a dermatologist’s point of view about the best way to approach skin care routines.
An estimated 6 million people in the U.S. are living with alopecia, meaning they lose hair on their scalp, face, and other areas of the body. We explain how it happens.
Rochester Regional Health team members reunited with a young Hilton mother whose heart they brought back to life only minutes after she first arrived at the hospital.
Drinking alcohol can affect people’s health in many different ways – including the risk of breast cancer. Lori Medeiros, MD, explains the link between alcohol and breast cancer.
The prestigious award recognizes hospitals that undergo a rigorous designation process and are committed to providing optimal infant feeding care to all patients.
Celebrating the holidays looks different when your loved one is no longer in their home. Here are some ways to carry on traditions and start new ones.
