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- AI in Action: New Machine Learning Technique May Enhance Computer-aided Diagnosis of Melanomahttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/ai-in-action-new-machine-learning-technique-may-enhance-computer-aided-diagnosis-of-melanoma/2457963/Researchers at Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science have developed a technique using machine learning – a sub-field of artificial intelligence (AI) – that will enhance computer-aided diagnosis (CADx) of melanoma. Thanks to the algorithm they created – which ca…
- NRS Introduces New Standard Classification and Pathophysiology of Rosaceahttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/nrs-introduces-new-standard-classification-and-pathophysiology-of-rosacea/2457979/The National Rosacea Society (NRS) is introducing a new standard classification and pathophysiology of rosacea. The updated system appears in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Developed by a consensus committee and review panel of 28 rosacea experts worldwide, the updated system…
- Is a Topical Gel Made From Oral Blood Pressure Drugs a Panacea for Wound Healing, Wrinkles and More?https://practicaldermatology.com/news/is-a-topical-gel-made-from-oral-blood-pressure-drugs-a-panacea-for-wound-healing-wrinkles-and-more/2457989/Topical gel made from angiotensin II receptor blockers may speed the healing of chronic skin wounds in mice and pigs, Johns Hopkins researchers report. The findings, published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, marks efforts to seek approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FD…
- FDA Clears Xstrahl Photoelectric Therapy Systemhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/fda-clears-xstrahl-photoelectric-therapy-system/2458005/Xstrahl has received FDA 510K clearance for the marketing of its latest skin cancer therapy device. The Photoelectric Therapy System is a compact and ergonomic superficial X-Ray therapy system operating in the 10kV to 80kV range intended for superficial radiotherapy and surface electronic brachythe…
- Coppertone Whips Up Excitement About New Sunscreen Linehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/coppertone-whips-up-excitement-about-new-sunscreen-line/2458152/Coppertone is going all out to launch their new Whipped line, available in both CLEARLYSheer® and WaterBABIES® Pure & Simple formulas, including partnering with beauty influencers and the Skin Cancer Foundation. The brand is promoting the ProtectMy Social Media Sweepstakes and Contest, in which pe…
- PFD Patch Improves Laser Tattoo Removal Experiencehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/pfd-patch-improves-laser-tattoo-removal-experience/2458170/Using a perfluorodecalin (PDF) patch during tattoo removal treatment may make the process quicker, safer and more tolerable, finds a new study in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (LSM). The study was selected as Editor’s Choice in the April 2017 issue of LSM. Researchers report that use of the PDF …
- Vivacare and the National Rosacea Society Collaborate on Patient Education Resourcehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/vivacare-and-the-national-rosacea-society-collaborate-on-patient-education-resource/2458448/Vivacare has launched a new Rosacea Education Kit to support dermatologists in the delivery of care to their rosacea patients. The Kit is available at no cost by enrolling online. Upon enrolling, dermatologists receive a web-based “Health Library” populated with over 20 patient handouts from the N…
- Valeant Enters Fulfillment Agreements With Walgreenshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/valeant-enters-fulfillment-agreements-with-walgreens/2458783/Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. entered into new fulfillment agreements with Walgreens and indicated that it intends to extend this distribution model to additional participating independent retail pharmacies. In conjunction with the fulfillment agreement, Valeant says it will reduce pr…
- Cosmetic Bootcamp University Exceeds Goalshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/cosmetic-bootcamp-university-a-success/2458815/Now completing its session in Philadelphia, the Cosmetic Bootcamp University session has exceeded goals, organizers report. Cosmetic Bootcamp seeks to improve patient outcomes in a manner not possible at other meetings by focusing on core specialists in dermatology, plastic surgery, ophthalmology a…
- Heliocare Earns NSF Good Manufacturing Practice Registration For IFC Manufacturing Facilityhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/heliocare-earns-nsf-good-manufacturing-practice-registration-for-ifc-manufacturing-facility/2458911/Ferndale Healthcare, Inc.’s IFC manufacturing facility for its Heliocare® brand is now a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) facility registered by NSF International, an independent organization recognized as the world leader in standards development, product certification, education and risk-manage…