Girls starting puberty as young as 7 years old

Trying to kick the caffeine habit?

Decaffeinate without the drama. My tips on CNN.com

Dealing with sunburn, lice or a broken collarbone

So you didn't pay attention to my last post about sun protection? Well, here's what to do (plus bonus information about those pesky critters all parents hate and treating a fractured clavicle-- a.k.a. collarbone)!

How to have a good summer without getting sunburned, bitten by mosquitoes or gaining weight!

Check out this video for important information regarding sun protection, insect repellents, and healthy eating while on vacation.

Babies in Flight

It's a fact of life--people of all ages, including infants, commonly fly on planes these days. But what happens when babies cry incessantly or older kids kick the seat in front of them? Join the discussion on CNN.com:

http://www.cnn.com/2010/TRAVEL/03/16/babies.crying.planes/index.html

Is Hay Fever Bugging You?

If you're like 20% of the population, you suffer from runny/stuffy nose, itchy eyes and throat, and lots of sneezing during certain times of the year when allergens in the air run high. Check out my video on CNN.com for tips on recognizing and treating hay fever (also known as seasonal allergies).

The Bottom Line on Balding

About 1/3 of adults will have hair loss starting anywhere between the teens and the 40's. Men tend to get the M-shaped pattern above the forehead, while women's hair is more likely to become thinner all over the head. While it's not possible to reverse the hair loss process, there are many ways to style hair, get extensions/wear a wig, or just embrace your new look. For those wanting to slow or stop balding, there are multiple remedies on the market. However, the only proven treatments are medicated shampoo (Rogaine) and oral prescription medication (finasteride aka Propecia for men, and spironolactone for women).

For more information, please read my interview on CNNHealth with Dr. Jeffrey Benabio of The Derm Blog

http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/expert.q.a/12/14/male.pattern.balding.shu/index.html