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ACNE Acne is a common skin condition caused by clogged hair follicles in the skin. Papulopustular rosacea produces acne-like breakouts, redness, and swelling. [Extracted from the article]

Problem: Sexual identity and sex of sexual contacts can both be used to identify sexual minority youth. Significant health disparities exist between sexual minority and nonsexual minority youth. However, not enough is known about health-related behaviors that contribute to negative health outcomes among sexual minority youth and how the prevalence of these health-related behaviors compare with the prevalence of health-related behaviors among nonsexual minorities. Reporting Period: September 2014-December 2015. Description of the System: The Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS) monitors six categories of priority health-related behaviors among youth and young adults: 1) behaviors that contribute to unintentional injuries and violence; 2) tobacco use; 3) alcohol and other drug use; 4) sexual behaviors related to unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, including human immunodeficiency virus infection; 5) unhealthy dietary behaviors; and 6) physical inactivity. In addition, YRBSS monitors the prevalence of obesity and asthma and other priority health-related behaviors. YRBSS includes a national school-based Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) conducted by CDC and state and large urban school district school-based YRBSs conducted by state and local education and health agencies. For the 2015 YRBSS cycle, a question to ascertain sexual identity and a question to ascertain sex of sexual contacts was added for the first time to the national YRBS questionnaire and to the standard YRBS questionnaire used by the states and large urban school districts as a starting point for their YRBS questionnaires. This report summarizes results for 118 health-related behaviors plus obesity, overweight, and asthma by sexual identity and sex of sexual contacts from the 2015 national survey, 25 state surveys, and 19 large urban school district surveys conducted among students in grades 9-12. Results: Across the 18 violence-related risk behaviors nationwide, the prevalence of 16 was higher among gay, lesbian, and bisexual students than heterosexual students and the prevalence of 15 was higher among students who had sexual contact with only the same sex or with both sexes than students who had sexual contact with only the opposite sex. Across the 13 tobacco use-related risk behaviors, the prevalence of 11 was higher among gay, lesbian, and bisexual students than heterosexual students and the prevalence of 10 was higher among students who had sexual contact with only the same sex or with both sexes than students who had sexual contact with only the opposite sex. Similarly, across the 19 alcohol or other drug use-related risk behaviors, the prevalence of 18 was higher among gay, lesbian, and bisexual students than heterosexual students and the prevalence of 17 was higher among students who had sexual contact with only the same sex or with both sexes than students who had sexual contact with only the opposite sex. This pattern also was evident across the six sexual risk behaviors. The prevalence of five of these behaviors was higher among gay, lesbian, and bisexual students than heterosexual students and the prevalence of four was higher among students who had sexual contact with only the same sex or with both sexes than students who had sexual contact with only the opposite sex. No clear pattern of differences emerged for birth control use, dietary behaviors, and physical activity. Interpretation: The majority of sexual minority students cope with the transition from childhood through adolescence to adulthood successfully and become healthy and productive adults. However, this report documents that sexual minority students have a higher prevalence of many health-risk behaviors compared with nonsexual minority students. Public Health Action: To reduce the disparities in health-risk behaviors among sexual minority students, it is important to raise awareness of the problem; facilitate access to education, health care, and evidence-based interventions designed to address priority health-risk behaviors among sexual minority youth; and continue to implement YRBSS at the national, state, and large urban school district levels to document and monitor the effect of broad policy and programmatic interventions on the health-related behaviors of sexual minority youth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The article informs that Bob Jones, blind veteran who was just one of a number of veterans who were on the beaches of Normandy in June 1944, were the guests of honour at a Blind Veterans UK lunch commemorating Operation Overlord.

The article discusses various news published on the website "opticianonline.net." Topics discussed include launch of a new campaign by Specsavers to raise awareness of glaucoma, partnership between payment provider company Klarna with Finance 4 Group to update the way treatment is paid for in the optical and other healthcare industries, and release of a new range of leaflets by the Association of British Dispensing Opticians.

The article reports on shooting streak attributed by baseball player Stephen Curry to adoption of contact lenses and mentions progressive eye disease keratoconus suffered by the player.

The article offers news briefs related to optical industry as of April 12, 2019. Research from Association of Optometrists (AOP) has shown that women optometrists are paid less than male counterparts. Study has suggested risk of skin cancer due to failure of applying moisturizer and sun protection factor (SPF) to face and around eyes. Investment has been made by Urquhart Opticians with opening of practice in Ayrshire, Scotland.

The article discusses the prevention and treatment of pediatric skin conditions. The recommended treatment of sunburn in children include over-the-counter (OTC) acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen. The other skin conditions in children include acne vulgaris, atopic dermatitis, and impetigo. It presents several diseases due to adverse drug reactions, including erythema multiforme and Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

The article offers information on sunburn and emphasizes on differentiating UV (ultraviolet) rays as UVA and UVB while considering sun protection. Other topics discussed include drugs inducing photosensitivity, classification of burns as first, second and third degree burn and the role of pharmacists in recommending right sunscreen products to patients. It also presents a table depicting drugs which induce photosensitivity including Cefotaxime, Naproxen and Statins.

The article discusses case studies regarding self-care for skin and eye disorders. It suggests a patient with dry eyes using ophthalmic lubricant after being recommended by a doctor for over-the-counter drug. It also offers suggestions to a mother on the treatment for lice for her daughter and to a 32-year old woman on products to be used for protection from sunburn.

The article discusses the awareness of skin cancer from the hot rays of the sun during building constructions in Phoenix, Arizona. Topics include the hazards related to the workers' compensation schemes in the U.S. towards sunburn or sun exposure and the interpretation of the federal rules required for employers to provide protective equipment.

The article discusses the protection of children from harmful events during summertime activities and presents information about burn injuries sustained from fire. Kaiser Permanente hospital physician James Baker takes note of the rise in emergency department visits during the season while the prevention of sunburns from ultraviolet A and B radiation is also discussed. The treatment of bug bites, dehydration and heat exhaustion are also noted.

The article provides information on contact dermatitis. It stresses the need for individuals to become familiar with their local poisonous plant species and mentions the first aid for contact dermatitis including cleansing the exposed skin with rubbing alcohol. Topics discussed include the symptoms and prevention of insect bites and stings, the effect of air pollution on skin, and skin cancer and sunburn due to sun exposure.

The article focuses on the protection of the skin and eyes from the sun. Topics discussed include the dermatologic issues caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR), such as sunburn, factors that may put some individuals at greater risk for sunburn and UVR-induced problems, such as having fair skin, and sunscreen products. Also noted is the important role of pharmacists in identifying patients at risk for possible photosensitivity reactions due to certain pharmacologic agents.

The article discusses case studies related to self-care. A 53-year-old woman, who had a bunion on her right foot has been using over-the-counter (OTC) acetaminophen for symptomatic relief as needed. A 26-year-old male graduate student complains of diarrhea accompanied by bad abdominal cramps and the loss of weight. A 23-year-old man is experiencing a bad sunburn. Treatment options recommended for such cases are offered.

The article discusses the importance of skin protection for maintaining the overall health of individuals. Based on data from the Skin Cancer Foundation, there are over 3.5 million skin cancer cases that were diagnosed in the U.S. per year. It presents the risk factors associated with skin sunburn including fair skin, the use of certain pharmacologic agents and the use of tanning beds or sun lamps. It offers suggestions on how to choose sunscreen products for better skin protection.

The article discusses the call of environmental organization Environmental Working Group (EWG) on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate the use of agents in sunscreens which claim to enhance sun protection factor (SPF) values without the required protection from ultraviolet rays. It also asks the agency to reassess and upgrade its testing method for SPF. Also mentioned are ingredients used by manufacturers to conceal sunburn such as bisabolol and butyloctyl salicylate.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various topics within the issue including advice on relieving dry eye, treatments for rosacea and suburn.

The article presents a guide to pharmacists in the U.S. in recommending over-the-counter sunburn products. It describes the characteristics and symptoms of sunburn. It lists some factors that may exacerbate sunburn including skin complexion, duration of exposure to the sun and use of certain medications or skin preparations. It cites the roles of the pharmacist in recommending any sunburn products.

The article presents information about the disease of sunburn. Both in the short term and long term, fair-skinned, blue-eyed individuals who rarely or never tan, but easily burn, are at the greatest risk of sunburn. The exposed area becomes erythematous within 24 hours. The more severe cases will actually blister, sometimes suffering second-degree burns. Analgesics such as aspirin or an NSAID will help to ease the pain and inflammation, together with simple first aid treatment to the burn. Only very severe cases will need hospital admission for rehydration and skin care.

The article focuses on a study by researchers led by insect neurobiologist Rudiger Wehner, that was published in the periodical "Science", and mentions that research highlighted that Saharan silver ant has hairy armor composed of a dense array of hairs that reflects sunlight and dissipates heat.

The article reports on an increase in patient visits which British emergency rooms have seen in 2013 as a result of a heat wave which has led to dehydration, sunstroke and sunburn and an increase in wounds and injuries. Guidance on preparing for and responding to heat waves which was issued by the agencies NHS England and Public Health England is discussed.

The article reports that, while both men and women preferred using sunscreen as methods of avoiding sunburn, more public health efforts are still necessary to educate young adults about the dangers of indoor tanning to prevent melanoma and to increase awareness of the importance of sun protection and sunburn prevention.

News briefs of interest to British nurses are presented. The Care Quality Commission has recommended that guidance be developed on the use of opioids and amphetamines. The Royal College of Nursing is urging the government to provide leadership in implementation of Millennium Development Goals. The National Health Service Eastern and Coastal Kent Primary Care Trust has mounted a campaign encouraging young women to adopt protective measures in the sun.

The author reports that nurses are patrolling a beach in North Yorkshire, England along with lifeguards to offer treatment for minor injuries such as sprains and sunburn.

An abstract of the article “Indoor tanning and risk of melanoma: a case-control study in a highly exposed population,” by D. Lazovich and others is presented.

An introduction to the journal is presented in which the author discusses various reports published within the issue including one on medical marijuana, one about products and strategies for treating sunburn, and one on the treatment of rosacea.

The article reports on the development of SmartShade Windows, which are tinted bullet-proof armored glass, by GKN Aerospace that will protect vehicle occupants from sunburn and snipers under a contract with the U.S. Department of Defense's Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office. The counter-terrorism market for government personnel is noted as the initial applications of the SmartShade Windows. The development program consists of the manufacturing process, environmental and ballistic testing performance requirements.

This article discusses the role of pharmacists in increasing patient awareness about the potential risk factors for the development of ultraviolet (UV) radiation-related problems. It presents the people at greatest risk of sunburn, including children since their skin is more sensitive and individuals who use tanning beds. It identifies skin type and complexion and history of sunburn as among the factors to be considered when choosing a sunscreen product.

The article reports on the approval given by L'Oreal to bring to the U.S. a sunscreen containing Meroxyl that could give it a huge competitive edge. It has an ingredient patented by L'Oreal and widely cited by dermatologists as highly effective in blocking UVA waves. UVA waves penetrate deeper into the skin than the UVB rays that cause sunburn. L'Oreal also intends to launch daily moisturizing products containing Mexoryl SX in some of its other products.

The article provides new information about anthocyanin compound as a natural sun block that protects the skin from sunburn and cancer. According to the researchers at the University of Messina in Italy, the cyanidin-3-O-glucoside compound can protect skin cells from UV-B radiation. Another study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem report that bacterial metabolite porphyra 334 provides broad-spectrum UV-A protection.

Reports that Abraham Sunshine is one of the inventors of prevention or treatment of sunburn using the S(+) isomer of ibuprofen.

Examines the active ingredients of sunscreens preventing skin damage. Use of zinc oxide preparations to prevent sunburn; Measurement of protection against ultraviolet-A radiation; Variation of daily-use personal care products.

The article presents information on a research regarding the ultraviolet (UV) risk level, including how quickly people will burn if unprotected. The research was conducted by Schering-Plough Corp. along with the National Weather Service, the Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In test cities, Schering-Plough research found 70% of consumers were aware of the national UV index and most increased use of sunscreens. Sunscreens have been a growing piece of the $500 million suncare market, and sun precaution is even moving into apparel, where direct marketers and others have begun selling protective clothing.