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- Imlygic Approved for Melanoma; Available in a Weekhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/imlygic-approved-for-melanoma-available-in-a-week/2458834/The FDA has approved the Biologics License Application for Amgen’s Imlygic™ (talimogene laherparepvec), a genetically modified oncolytic viral therapy indicated for the local treatment of unresectable cutaneous, subcutaneous and nodal lesions in patients with melanoma recurrent after
- One Quarter of Americans Misled by Online Info: Surveyhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/one-quarter-of-americans-misled-by-online-info-survey/2458841/One in four Americans (24 percent) say they have been misled by information about an illness or medical symptom from an unverified online source, according to a new survey from Merck Manuals. That figure increases to 30 percent among parents with children under 18 and jumps to 43 percent among mi
- OHSU Releases Mole Mapper App to Track Potential Skin Cancershttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/ohsu-releases-mole-mapper-app-to-track-potential-skin-cancers/2458843/Oregon Health & Science University released an iPhone app it says is designed to advance melanoma research by giving users the ability to accurately measure and monitor moles, and contribute photos of how their potential trouble spots evolve over time. Called Mole Mapper, the app is free to d
- MELA Sciences Announces Election of R. Rox Anderson, MD, to Board of Directorshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/mela-sciences-announces-election-of-r-rox-anderson-md-to-board-of-directors/2458845/R. Rox Anderson, M.D., was elected to the MELA Sciences, Inc.’s board of directors at its Annual General Meeting of Stockholders held on September 30, 2015 in Philadelphia. With Dr. Anderson's election, the MELA board of directors has increased to seven members, six of whom are independ
- DermTube Offers Video Coverage of NewDerm Live Meetinghttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/dermtube-offers-video-coverage-of-newderm-live-meeting/2458865/NewDerm LIVE, a new meeting for dermatologists just starting out in practice—as well as those not so new to practice—has brought a unique meeting format into the dermatology space. The meeting, supported by the publishers of Practical Dermatology® magazine and NewDerm
- Report Predicts Growth in Global Dermatology Diagnostic Devices Market 2015-2019https://practicaldermatology.com/news/report-predicts-growth-in-global-dermatology-diagnostic-devices-market-2015-2019/2458869/A recently published report, Global Dermatology Diagnostic Devices Market 2015-2019, which was prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts
- Report: Prescription Dermatological Drug Market Exceeds 21 Billion Dollarshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/report-prescription-dermatological-drug-market-exceeds-21-billion-dollars/2458870/The worldwide market for prescription dermatological drugs exceeded $21 billion last year, according to a report from Kalorama Information. The market research firm said field of dermatology is currently experiencing a busy and interesting period and, as a result, the range of therapeutic options
- New Study Shows Cryolipolysis Reduces Enlarged Male Breastshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/new-study-shows-cyrolipolyis-reduces-enlarged-male-breasts/2458871/Fat-freezing provides a safe and effective non-surgical alternative for men seeking breast reduction procedures, according to a new scientific analysis. Of the men who underwent fat-freezing treatments as part of the study, 95 percent noted an improved appearance and 89 percent cited less embarra
- FDA Approves Humira for Moderate to Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativahttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/fda-approves-humira-for-moderate-to-severe-hidradenitis-suppurativa/2458873/The FDA approved AbbVie’s HUMIRA® (adalimumab) for the treatment of moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). HUMIRA is now the first and only FDA-approved therapy for adults with HS. Earlier this year, the FDA granted HUMIRA orphan drug designation for t
- Solta Medical Launches Clear + Brilliant pelo for Laser Hair Removalhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/solta-medical-launches-clear-brilliant-pelo-for-laser-hair-removal/2458875/Solta Medical, a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC launched its Clear + Brilliant pelo™ laser for permanent hair reduction. The US launch of this device, which joins Solta Medical's aesthetic device portfolio, follows a unique partnership with German Medical