Winter has always been a dry time of year regardless of the weather, and this can have a negative impact on the health of your skin. The dry air causes the moisture to leave the skin, which weakens ...

Eczema is not contagious, and is a chronic disease that causes symptoms of dry, itchy skin that can appear like a red rash, with some patients reporting a burning sensation, tingling or stinging.

Six species of the virus are known to cause disease in humans -- Zaire, Sudan, Bundibugyo, Reston, Tai Forest and Bombali.

Ahead, 10 itches you should never scratch. Get The Healthy by Reader's Digest newsletter  Itches you shouldn't scratch 1.