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People who suffer from the skin condition acne may suffer from the negative impact of perceived social stigma tied to their skin condition, according to a new study from the University of Limerick (UL) in Ireland. The  study  titled "Stigma predicts health-related quality of life impairment, psychological distress, and somatic symptoms in acne sufferers" was published in the journal PLOS ONE on Sept. 28. Acne, which affects up to  50 million Americans  every year, is said to be the most common skin condition in the United States. Though it is often associated with teenagers, it can occur at any age. Nearly 300 people who suffered from varying levels of acne were surveyed by the research team. Their negative perception of how society viewed their appearance had a strong correlation — those who perceived more stigma were more likely to report higher levels of psychological distress, anxiety, depression. Some even reported somatic conditions like r...

Nobody wants to deal with coughing and hacking during the holidays. But with influenza and flu-like  illness activity  being on the rise this season , many of us may already be experiencing such  symptoms . But just how long is it supposed to last? When could it indicate something that needs more than over-the-counter medication? Such questions would have likely crossed your mind when experiencing a particularly severe bout of coughing. "If your cough has lasted past the 18-day mark, it may be time to see a doctor,"  wrote  Benjamin Kaplan, M.D., an internal medicine physician at Orlando Health. If that seems a lot longer than you expected, you are not alone. One  study  revealed that most patients expect a cough to last seven to nine days at most, around half the aforementioned figure. The researchers noted how this could raise the risk of unnecessary antibiotic use. A chronic cough, defined by a duration of at least six to eight...

A sexually transmitted disease (STD) is an infection that’s spread during sexual contact with another person. This includes touching, since some STDs can be spread from skin-to-skin contact. In general, STDs are highly preventable. Almost 20 million new STDs are diagnosed each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, a large number of those infections could be avoided if people made different decisions about their sexual health. The only guaranteed method to prevent STDs is to abstain from all sexual contact. However, most people don’t find this to be a practical solution. When engaging in sexual activity, there are steps people can take to limit their risk of STDs. PROTECTION BEFORE SEX Protection before sex Effective STD prevention begins before sexual activity occurs. Here are some steps you can take to reduce your STD risk before having sex: Limit your number of sexual partners. Talk honestly ...

If you’re looking for protection against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) without a prescription, condoms may be a good option to explore. They’re discrete, relatively inexpensive, and don’t involve any synthetic hormones. Condoms are also readily available at your nearest convenience or drug store. What are the safest condoms on the market? Here’s what you need to know. How Do Condoms Prevent Pregnancy? A condom creates a barrier between you and your partner during sex. It prevents your skin and fluids from coming into contact with that of the other person. This means that they help to prevent pregnancy and protect against STIs as well. Condoms can also be used in combination with other birth control methods, such as birth control pills or intrauterine devices (IUDs), to provide added protection. There are two main types of condoms. Male Condoms Male condoms are worn on the penis to provide protection during oral, vaginal, and anal sex. They’re typical...

What is an eardrum rupture? An eardrum rupture is a small hole or tear in your eardrum, or tympanic membrane. The tympanic membrane   is a thin tissue that divides your middle ear and outer ear canal. This membrane vibrates when sound waves enter your ear. The vibration continues through the bones of the middle ear. Because this vibration allows you to hear, your hearing can suffer if your eardrum is damaged. A ruptured eardrum is also called a perforated eardrum. In rare cases, this condition can cause permanent hearing loss. CAUSES Causes of eardrum rupture Infection Ear infections are a common cause of eardrum rupture, especially in children. During an ear infection, fluids accumulate behind the eardrum. The pressure from the fluid buildup can cause the tympanic membrane to break or rupture. Pressure changes Other activities can cause pressure changes in the ear and lead to a perforated eardrum. This is known as barotrauma, and i...

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  When two or more people get the same illness from the same contaminated food or drink, the event is called a   foodborne outbreak .  FDA investigates outbreaks to control them, so more people do not get sick in the outbreak, and to learn how to prevent similar outbreaks from happening in the future. FDA’s   Coordinated Outbreak Response and Evaluation (CORE) Network   was created to manage not just outbreak response, but surveillance and post-response activities related to incidents involving multiple illnesses linked to FDA-regulated human and animal food and cosmetic products.   Learn how outbreaks are investigated . Note: Not all recalls, alerts, and advisories result in an outbreak of foodborne illness. Check recent   Food Recalls and   Safety Alerts & Advisories . Learn   How Protect Yourself from Foodborne Illness