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- The XV World Congress on Cancers of the Skin to be Held in Edinburghhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140501-the_xv_world_congress_on_cancers_of_the_skin_to_be_held_in_edinburgh/2459248/The XV World Congress on Cancers of the Skin, co-sponsored by The Skin Cancer Foundation and the British Association of Dermatologists, will be held at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland, September 3-6, 2014. The World Congress provides an opportunity for physic
- Researchers Examine UV Nail Salon Lamps and Risk of Skin Cancerhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140501-researchers_examine_uv_nail_salon_lamps_and_risk_of_skin_cancer/2459249/A recent research letter in JAMA Dermatology stated that although using higher-wattage ultra violet (UV) lamps at nail salons to dry and c
- Survey Finds Rosacea Sufferers' More Likely to be Judged Negatively Upon First Impressionhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140428-survey_finds__rosacea_sufferers_more_likely_to_be_judged_negatively_upon_first_impression/2459251/A new survey by the National Rosacea Society finds that rosacea sufferers' are often judged negatively upon first impression. Shy, nervous, and stressed are the three words respondents used to describe their view of an individual with redness on their face, without knowing anything about them.
- Outrun the Sun Marks 10 Years of Sun Safety Education and Melanoma Researchhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140428-outrun_the_sun_marks_10_years_of_sun_safety_education_and_melanoma_research/2459253/Outrun the Sun, Inc. (OTS), a nonprofit organization that has raised more than $1 million in support of skin cancer education and melanoma research, celebrates their 10 year anniversary. OTS was formed by Anita Day, Jonna MacDougall, Marci Reddick and Jennifer Patton Sarno because they h
- Foamix Gains Five Additional US Patentshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140421-foamix_gains_five_additional_us_patents/2459263/The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued Foamix five new patents covering its technologies. Foamix, a specialty pharmaceutical company, focuses on developing and commercializing proprietary topical foams. The additional five patents raises Foamix's number to 25 United
- La Roche-Posay's "Dermatologist from the Heart" Accepting Applicationshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140421-la_roche-posays_dermatologist_from_the_heart_accepting_applications/2459264/La Roche-Posay is accepting grant application for its “Dermatologist from the Heart” program in the United States. Now in its second year in the US, “Dermatologist from the Heart” aims to support initiatives designed to enhance the quality of life for patients. Through this program, the La Fon
- Free Drug Samples May Influence Prescribing Habitshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140417-free_drug_samples_may_influence_prescribing_habits/2459266/Results of a study published online on April 16 in JAMA Dermatology found that the availability of free medication samples in dermatology offices appears to change pr
- Dermatology Resident Survey Finds Practice Gaps in Patient Safetyhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140417-dermatology_resident_survey_finds_practice_gaps_in_patient_safety/2459267/A 2012 survey-based study of 142 dermatology residents from 44 US and Canadian residency programs was conducted to identify the source of clinical practices among dermatology residents that affect patient safety and determine the best approach for overcomi
- Mirvaso Now Available in the UKhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140417-mirvaso_now_available_in_the_uk/2459269/Mirvaso (brimonidine) 3mg/g gel, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist indicated for the symptomatic treatment facial erythema associated with rosacea in adult patients, is now available in the UK. The active ingredient, brimonidine, restricts excessive blood f
- Residents Provided with Online Education by ASDShttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20140416-residents_provided_with_online_education_by_asds/2459270/Kyle M. Coleman, MD, has developed a dermatologic surgery educational series as part of the ASDS Future Leaders Network. The "Better Surgical Education" video series, focusing on dermatologic surgery topics and procedures, will provide additional education opportunities for residency programs.