Interesting Facts about the 4th of July

• Uncle Sam was first popularized during the War of 1812, when the term appeared on supply containers. Believe it or not, the U. S. Congress didn't adopt him as a national symbol until 1961.
• Independence Day commemorates the formal adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. However, it was not declared a legal holiday until 1941.
• Fireworks were made in China as early as the 11th century. The Chinese used their pyrotechnic mixtures for war rockets and explosives.
• The American national anthem, the "Star-Spangled Banner," is set to the tune of an English drinking song ("To Anacreon in Heaven").
  
  

News You Can Use Right Now
Here is a collection of good advice and information about sun protection for your family this summer.

• Avoid the mid-day sun when the sun’s rays are the strongest – between 10am and 4pm.
• Is sunscreen safe for babies? Children’s skin is different before the age of one year. It absorbs more and this can cause significant internal problems. Sunscreens are therefore not advised in this age group. However, sun avoidance is strongly recommended.
• Protect your child’s eyes. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause cataracts later in life. Have your child wear wraparound sunglasses with UV protection.
• Learn how to fake the perfect tan. Read More
• These tips should help keep you free of sunburn this summer: Read More

Random Fun Facts

• The state with the highest percentage of people who walk to work: Alaska
• When offered a new pen to write with, 97% of all people will write their own name.
• More than a third of men (36 percent) say they do not like to kiss a woman who is wearing a lot of lipstick.
• The average age a woman buys her first home: 32
• The percentage of women ages 18-24 still living with parents: 46
• The average number of jobs a woman has between the ages of 18-30: 8

New! Frequently Asked Questions
We are constructing a FAQ page on our website. If you have any questions to add, please send them to editor@crutchfielddermatology.com. If we use your suggestion, we will send you a gift certificate!
We hope that this new addition to our website is helpful to you and your family.

See the developing FAQ page here.

Cancer survivors staying on the job
About 40 percent of the more than 1 million Americans diagnosed with some form of cancer each year are working-age adults. Nearly 10 million people are cancer survivors. Many cancer patients and survivors are still able to do their jobs. In addition, co-workers can be an important source of support.

Employers are adopting more prevention and disease-management programs to combat cancer. And some are providing employee assistance or mental-health services that can assist workers who have a cancer diagnoses.

1. Is the physician board-certified in a skin-related medical specialty, such as dermatology or plastic surgery?
2. How long has the physician been using the laser machine that you'll be treated with? How many patients has he/she treated with that particular machine?
3. Can you see before and after photos of the physician's patients?
4. What are the potential risks of the laser treatment? What are all your other options?

100 varieties of tomatoes
Did you know that there are over 100 varieties of tomatoes and not all tomatoes are red? Some tomatoes are violet, purple, blue, and variations of green. Many of these have exotic and very rich flavors, and you can grow these tomatoes in your garden. These types of tomatoes are known as heirloom and an organization called Seed Savers Exchange collects and sells them. Visit their web site, seedsavers.com, for more information on heirloom tomatoes, heirloom vegetables, wild flowers, and many other interesting items. If you are a gardener, this is both exciting and good news.

Click here to view the 'SeedSavers' web site.

Have you visited these Minnesota destinations?

• Niagara Cave, one of Minnesota's largest caverns with a 60 foot waterfall. Learn more.
• The Northwest Angle, the chimney at the top of Minnesota. Learn more.
• Eagle Mountain, Minnesota's highest point. Learn more.
• Fort Snelling, a trip back in time to when Minnesota was part of the western frontier. Learn more.

Does your child have a Crutchfield Dermatology duck?
Dr. Crutchfield gives these ducks to children that are new patients! If you have a picture of your child with one of our ducks and would like to share in our newsletter, please send it to editor@crutchfielddermatology.com or mail it to Crutchfield Dermatology, ATTN: Newsletter Editor, 1185 Town Centre Drive, Eagan, MN 55123

“Dr. Crutchfield featured on WCCO (CBS) Television News’ “Good Question” by Ben Tracy, discussing Sunscreen and Sun Protection”

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Lipodissolve Continues to be a Success
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Crutchfield Dermatology News about Lipodissolve

Lipodissolve Continues to be a Success

Oh Baby!
Let's face it, babies are expensive. . .especially the first one.  Fact is, you can scrimp on certain products - while others you really should shell out big bucks for. Here are some do's and don'ts:

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Dr. Crutchfield’s cats
Interesting facts about the Sphinx breed:

• In Canada during 1966, a Domestic Shorthair gave birth to a liter of kittens with a naturally occurring mutation of hairlessness. This liter became the ancestors of today's Sphynx.
• Interestingly, the same genetic mutation that causes hairlessness in a Sphynx is the same mutation that causes the curly and sometimes nearly absent coat in a Devon Rex. Click here to read more about the Devon Rex.

Dr. Crutchfield, Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Minnesota Medical School, teaches the dermatology residents about Cosmetic Dermatology, including Botox Cosmetic, Restylane, Pixel laser, Chemical Peels, Javani Microdermabrasion and LipoDissolve Ultra, Spring 2007. For additional pictures click here.

Would you like to save money this month at Crutchfield Dermatology?
Save on our new waxing service! Take 20% off of your first waxing treatment just for mentioning this newsletter special!

See for yourself why we're the best! Call today to schedule your appointment, 651-209-3600.

To take advantage of this special offer, you must call and make your appointment during the month of July 2007, plus mention this special when you make your appointment. The actual appointment date may be after July and depends on availability. This offer is only good on future appointments. Not valid with any other offer.

Check out the Media Section on our website!
Stay up to date on all the latest news from Crutchfield Dermatology.

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What are dermatoglyphics?
Dermatoglyphics (from ancient Greek derma = "skin", glyph = "carving") is the scientific study of fingerprints.

The term was coined by Dr. Harold Cummins, the father of fingerprint analysis.

Click here for some fun fingerprint facts.

Have you heard about microdermabrasion? At Crutchfield Dermatology we take microdermabrasion to the “next level”!
Try our medical facials. They reveal the youthful radiance of your skin!

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Where can you find the best gasoline prices in the Twin Cities?
As a service to our readers we've provided a link to help you find the cheapest gas prices in the Twin Cities.

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Crutchfield Dermatology ranked again as the #1 Dermatology clinic for 2006 for Quality of Service.
Fairview Physician Associates just released the results of the patient surveys that assessed "patient satisfaction with the quality of service received" at 116 of their participating clinics.

We are very honored to announce that Crutchfield Dermatology ranked #1 of the 11 Dermatology offices in the survey, and ranked #1 of all participating clinics with respect to the level of quality care received by patients.

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Foot problems in women: High heels and your health
Are your beloved high heels the source of your foot problems?

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Moon Section
What is the Solunar Theory and how can it help you catch more fish?

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What is CPAP?

It stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, and is used to alleviate snoring problems. Nasal CPAP delivers air into your airway through a specially designed nasal mask or pillow. The mask does not breathe for you; the flow of air creates enough pressure when you inhale to keep your airway open. CPAP is considered the most effective nonsurgical treatment for the alleviation of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

Before the invention of the nasal CPAP, a recommended course of action for a patient with sleep apnea or habitual snoring was a tracheostomy, or creating a temporary opening in the windpipe. The CPAP treatment has been found to be nearly 100 percent effective in eliminating sleep apnea and snoring when used correctly and will eliminate the necessity of a surgical procedure.