Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology recently discovered that the neutrons that trigger itch in hairy skin are different neutrons that the ones that trigger itch in glabrous or non-hairy skin.
Increased hand dermatitis due to hand washing recommendations during Covid-19
Cases of hand dermatitis have increased significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic due to stringiest hand hygiene recommendations from public health guidelines.
Sun Awareness Week extended through month of May
The Canadian Dermatology Association has announced that Sun Awareness week has been extended through the entire month of May.
Patients on oral isotretinoin are not at increased risk of Covid-19 infection
Compared to patients on topical acne treatments, patients on oral isotretinoin are not at increased risk of becoming infected by Covid-19, according to a recent study.
Adipose derived stem cell enriched fat grafts safe and feasible for scleroderma patients with facial
Fat grafts enhanced with adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) may be a safe and feasible alternative treatment for facial atrophy associated with localized scleroderma (LoS), according to a recent study.
Study finds 10 skin related conditions associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors
An analysis of real-world data has evaluated the incidence, type and severity of skin-related side effects of immune checkpoints inhibitors.
Combination therapy may be effective against drug resistant fungus
A formulation of two topical medications, terbinafine and clotrimazole, may be effective in fighting drug-resistant Candida auris (C. auris).
High testosterone levels in men may be linked to higher risk of melanoma
In a largest of its kind study, data samples have revealed a potential association between high testosterone levels and risk of melanoma in men.
Care bundle of skin protecting items may help mitigate facial pressure injuries caused by PPE
A collection of items designed to reduce pressure injuries from facial personal protective equipment (PPE), was shown to be an effective measure in a recent study.
Study re-establishes skin rash as Covid 19 symptom and presents large database of images
A new study from researchers at King’s College of London has reconfirmed the link between Covid-19 and skin rashes, and has established a sizeable database of curated photographs of Covid-19-related skin issues.
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