Cutaneous manifestations such as urticaria, erythemato-papular or erythemato-vesicular rash, and chilblains—sometimes referred to as “Covid toes”—should considered key diagnostic signs of coronavirus, according to a large new study by researchers at King’s College London.
Link between Covid-19 infection and “Covid toes” strengthened
A new study has strengthened the association between chilblains or “Covid toes” and Covid-19 infection. Researchers said that the virus was found in the skin biopsies of patients who did not test positive for the virus using throat swabs and antibody measurements.
CDA Awards Ceremony Goes Virtual
In a virtual awards ceremony, the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA), honored 2019 president Dr. Kerri Purdy, welcomed incoming president Dr. Jason Rivers, and gave out awards to dermatologists and others in the skin care industry.
A new understanding of why men are more prone to skin cancer
Men are genetically more prone to skin cancers such as melanoma, and now researchers may know why. According to investigators, the x chromosome contains three genes with significant mutations, of which one was only found in men.
In vivo study provides new insights on effects of oxidative stress on facial skin
A new in vivo study has provided insights into the effects of oxidative stress on skin aging in different regions of the face. Researchers found that certain parts of the face including the nose and the area between the eyebrows showed higher levels of oxidative stress.
Survey shows people are using household disinfectants on skin to prevent Covid-19
One-third of respondents to a survey by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said that they had used disinfectants such as bleach in non-recommended ways to prevent the spread of Covid-19, including applying it directly to the skin.
Canadian and American Medical associations release statements on racial injustice
Dermatologists and other medical professionals all over Canada and the U.S. have reacted to the killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis and the protests that have ensued.
A single gene variation may determine if melanoma metastasizes
Inherited gene variations may dictate how cancers such as melanoma metastasize in an individual’s body, according to a new study.
Skin barrier gene defect linked to eczema in babies
Filaggrin gene defects may be linked to the development of eczema sooner than previously thought in newborn babies, based on information from a new study. Wheeze and nasal disease were also linked to the common skin barrier defect, according to the study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (Apr. 28, 2020).
Digital face-aging app may help curb risky tanning behaviours
After viewing photos of their faces that had been digitally aged, students enrolled in a study changed their sun tanning behaviours, according to new research. The study, published online in JAMA Dermatology (May 6, 2020), looked at the behaviours of 1,573 students in 52 middle school classes in Brazil.
