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- Topical Collagen Powder May Be Effective for Wound Closurehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/collagen-may-be-effective-for-wound-closure/2460091/Collagen powder is as effective in managing skin biopsy wounds as primary closure with non-absorbable sutures, according to a first-of-its-kind study published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. Researchers investigated the efficacy of topical collagen powder compared to primary closure on th…
- Study Highlights Need for Tailored Skin Cancer Prevention Strategieshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/study-highlights-need-for-tailored-skin-cancer-prevention-strategies/2460090/Sun safety practices for attendees at skin cancer screening events differ from the general public, according to findings published by researchers from the George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center. The study appears in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. Through a survey randomly administe…
- Sunscreen Chemicals Found in the Bloodstream: Experts React to the New Findingshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/sunscreen-chemicals-found-in-bloodstream-experts-react-to-the-new-findings/2460023/Several active ingredients found in different sunscreens enter the bloodstream at levels that far exceed the FDA's recommended threshold without a government safety inspection, a new study in Journal of the American Medical Association suggests. Leading dermatologists who reviewed the new findings…
- New Study Investigates Prurigo Nodularis Treatmentshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/new-study-investigates-prurigo-nodularis-treatments/2457542/Emerging treatments such as neurokinin-1 receptor antagonists show the most promise for prurigo nodularis, according to a review in JAMA Dermatology. Neurokinin-1 receptor is a target of substance P, a mediator of itch and a probable pathogenic agent of prurigo nodularis. Adam Friedman, MD, profe…
- Dermatologists Need More Info About Cannabinoidshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/dermatologists-need-more-info-about-cannabinoids/2457549/Dermatologists are interested in learning more about cannabinoids and recommending them to patients, according to a new survey in Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. However, many are concerned about the associated societal stigmas,which may be limiting their pursuit of these active agents as potenti…
- Endocannabinoids Effective in Lupus Modelhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/endocannabinoids-effective-in-lupus-model/2457521/Zylö Therapeutics’ patented Nanopod™ aerogel delivery technology was used to demonstrate the efficacy of endocannabinoids in a model of cutaneous lupus in a study presented last month at the meeting of the American College of Rheumatology. There is growing evidence that the manipulation of the end…
- Cooling Caps and Other Cooling Methods May Prevent Taxane-Induced Dermatologic Eventshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/cooling-caps-and-other-cooling-methods-may-prevent-taxane-induced-dermatologic-events/2457523/Cooling therapies such as cold caps, scalp cooling systems, frozen gloves, and frozen socks may offer the best protection against the adverse effects of taxane-based chemotherapy, according to a new study in JAMA Dermatology. “Taxanes induce dermatologic changes through direct cytotoxic effect,” s…
- Skin Cancer Foundation: Champions for Change Gala Raises $600,000https://practicaldermatology.com/news/skin-cancer-foundation-champions-for-change-gala-raises-600000/2457527/The Skin Cancer Foundation’s 22nd annual Gala raised $600,000 to support the organization’s educational campaigns, community programs, and research initiatives. More than 400 guests attended the event, including Skin Cancer Foundation donors, industry and physician allies, celebrity supporters and …
- Save the Date: Skin Cancer Foundation's Champions for Change Gala this Octoberhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/save-the-date-skin-cancer-foundations-champions-for-change-gala-this-october/2457692/The Skin Cancer Foundation’s signature fundraising event, the Champions for Change Gala, is coming October 25 in New York City. Robert J. Friedman, MD will be honored as the 2019 Champion for Change. The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Champion for Change Award is presented to the individuals and/or orga…
- Nanotechnology May Improve Onychomycosis, Cut Costshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/nanotechnology-may-improve-onychomycosis-cut-costs/2457702/Nanotechnology can improve efinaconazole treatment for onychomycosis and make it more cost effective, according to new research in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology. Adam Friedman, MD, professor of dermatology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washingt…