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Rosacea on TV: Do Warm Faces Cause Inflammation?

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In this segment from July 2001, Action News Philadelphia reports on an NRS-funded study conducted at the Mayo Clinic, which found that the greater warmth of the facial skin of rosacea sufferers may play a role in triggering the unsightly bumps and pimples that are common signs of the disorder.
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Success Story: Her Vigilance with Product Ingredients Pays Off

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Molly Row might be every physician’s dream patient. The 52-year-old from northern California followed her doctor’s instructions to the letter following her rosacea diagnosis in 2004.
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Spring Rosacea Review Now Online

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The spring issue of Rosacea Review recaps efforts by the NRS to spotlight the social impact and warning signs of rosacea during Rosacea Awareness Month, as well as a report on research, survey results and more.
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Rosacea Complicated by Stomach Troubles?

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New research suggests that, for some rosacea sufferers, the condition may be linked to their gut.
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New Rosacea Study Shows Heat Hikes Nerve Activity

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New medical research into the process of facial flushing and redness has found that individuals with rosacea register greater nerve, blood vessel and sweating responses than people without the disorder when exposed to increased heat or stress. Results of the National Rosacea Society-funded study also uncovered a role for the autonomic nervous system, which helps operate key functions of the body without conscious control.
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Exercise May Cause Flare-Ups but Can Be Controlled

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While physical exercise may be a common rosacea trigger, the right changes in routines can reduce the likelihood of a flare-up, according to results of a new patient survey by the National Rosacea Society.
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Tips for a Joyful Spring Without the Flare-ups

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Spring has sprung -- and so have many people's cases of rosacea. Many rosacea patients report that changing seasons are hard on their condition, and spring can often be the most challenging.
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Rosacea in Darker Skin: Less Common but Not Rare

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According to research reported at the recent American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting, rosacea is not rare in individuals with darker skin.
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Red Alert: Rosacea Harbors Social Minefield for More Than 16 Million

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For many individuals with rosacea, every social occasion can feel like a minefield no matter how mild their condition, according to a new survey by the National Rosacea Society. April has been designated as Rosacea Awareness Month by the NRS to alert the public to the early warning signs of this chronic and conspicuous facial disorder now estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans.
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NRS Fêted for 20th at AAD Annual Meeting

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The National Rosacea Society was honored for 20 years of serving the rosacea community at an educational symposium on the disorder during the American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting in early March. Actress Cynthia Nixon, who suffers from rosacea, introduced Sam Huff, executive director of the NRS.
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New Rosacea Concepts Presented at AAD Annual Meeting


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New information about the causes of eye irritation in rosacea and proper skin care were among the rosacea-related topics presented to dermatologists attending the recent 71st annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology in Miami Beach.
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Rosacea Patients Often Have Other Skin Conditions Too

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A new survey by the National Rosacea Society found that while many rosacea patients also have other skin disorders, treatment for those other conditions may also reduce rosacea flare-ups.
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NRS Attends AAD Annual Meeting

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Representatives of the National Rosacea Society will be attending the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting March 1-5 in Miami Beach.
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Rosacea on Television: A Critical Stress Point

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In June 2000, health newscaster Christi Meyers at KRTK-TV in Houston reported on rosacea as a condition that is common but little known, but "as Baby Boomers age it's expected to become widespread."
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Tips for Talking About Rosacea During Awareness Month

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Insensitive questions about facial appearance can be frustrating and embarrassing, but they also serve as opportunities to put people at ease and clear up any misconceptions. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has designated this coming April as Rosacea Awareness Month to help educate the public on rosacea.
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Winter Rosacea Review Now Online

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The Winter Rosacea Review is now online. This issue recaps a medical journal article outlining the differences between acne and rosacea and the importance of an accurate diagnosis, as well as a report on care for dry skin among rosacea patients during cold and windy weather.
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Acne or Rosacea? Diagnosis Is Key

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Acne and rosacea — two of the most widespread dermatological conditions — can share common features, and accurate diagnosis is especially important because antibiotic resistance is a growing concern worldwide, according to Dr. Hilary Baldwin, associate professor of dermatology at the State University of New York-Brooklyn.
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Follow the NRS on Facebook & Twitter

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The National Rosacea Society (NRS) is now live on social media with its Facebook Page and Twitter account. Follow or friend the Society today to learn about rosacea-related news, receive updates on NRS activities, and become part of the rosacea community.
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Careful Skin Care Defeats Winter Dryness

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While cold blustery weather and ever-advancing age can make dry skin a menace for rosacea patients, medical therapy and careful skin care can help manage and control this problem.
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It's the Embarrassment, Not the Blush

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Researchers have found that while instances of blushing were similar in all individuals, those with rosacea were more aware of and embarrassed by blushing than those without the disorder.
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Rosacea on Television: The Effects on Work Life

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In 2001, "Good Day Tampa Bay" reported on rosacea and how its effects can impact "not only your looks, but your livelihood."
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Helpful Tips for Surviving the Holidays

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The holidays can be an especially difficult time of year for rosacea sufferers. So many common triggers for flare-ups -- cold and windy weather, indoor heat, hot beverages, emotional stress, alcohol and spicy foods -- are hallmarks of the season, they can be difficult to avoid. Here are some useful tips to help keep rosacea symptoms at bay.
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Santa May Suffer from Rosacea; Doctor Advises Lifestyle Changes

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Allegations that Santa Claus’ red nose and cheeks were due to drinking too much spiked eggnog were laid to rest today when the negative results of a blood alcohol test were released. His test did, however, register unusually high levels of gingerbread and hot chocolate, officials reported.
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New Research Grants Awarded

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The National Rosacea Society announced that it has awarded funding to five new studies as part of its research grants program to increase knowledge and understanding of the potential causes and other key aspects of rosacea.
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The New Face of Rosacea.org

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Welcome to the new rosacea.org! The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has updated both the design of our website and the technology powering it to be of greater service to you.
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