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Contact dermatitis could become a summer health concern

An older man wearing glasses, a colorful bow tie, and a blue jacket speaks on a talk show set. The screen displays the topic “Contact Dermatitis” and a brief description of the condition. Decorative vases are in the background.

September is Healthy Aging Month, a great reminder to care for yourself inside and out so you can continue feeling your best at every stage of life.

Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and taking care of it is an important part of healthy aging. While wrinkles and other visible changes are a natural part of getting older, aging also changes the way your skin functions, protects itself, and responds to environmental damage.

Understanding these changes can help you build habits that support healthier skin for years to come.

Since early spring you’ve probably been out and about your yard cleaning out gardens and removing weeds and brush, but there are certain plants lying in wait to cause you problems. Dr. Stanley Glazer from New England Dermatology and Laser Center, is here to tell us about the risks of contact dermatitis.

An older man wearing glasses, a colorful bow tie, and a blue jacket speaks on a talk show set. The screen displays the topic “Contact Dermatitis” and a brief description of the condition. Decorative vases are in the background.

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