A new study has identified three types of skin injury caused by use of personal protective equipment (PPE). According to researchers, usage of PPE by medical staff can cause device-related skin pressure injuries, skin damage related to moisture, and skin tear. The first-in-kind study was published online ahead of print in Advances in Wound Care (April 27, 2020).
Survey: Most know UV protection is important, but still fail to protect themselves
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month in the U.S., and the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has released the results of a survey that found that although most Americans know sun protection is important, they still fail to adequately protect themselves from ultraviolet light (UV) exposure. A second press release from the AAD also said that there is no evidence to support claims that UV exposure may be effective in treating Covid-19, warning the public that the risks of UV radiation outweigh any perceived positive effects.
Case study identifies foot lesions as potential Covid-19 symptom
A case study of a 13-year-old boy found evidence that acro-ischemia manifesting in the form of lesions on the toes may be a symptom in severe cases of Covid-19. Researchers in Italy investigated the case of a boy, who was observed to have foot lesions on Mar. 8, 2020.
Brain-skin connection in psoriasis pathogenesis strengthened by new study
A new study has found evidence that neuropeptides may be an important factor in the pathogenesis of psoriasis. Though there are well documented genetic and environmental factors for psoriasis evidence that neuropeptides released by the cutaneous nervous system and the skin microbiome influence the development of psoriasis, strengthens the brain-skin connection of the disease, researchers said.
New insights into T cell reaction to UVR inflammation
Exposure to ultraviolet radiation causes a pair of specific T cell types in the skin to intervene to suppress inflammation and help the skin repair itself, according to a new study. The study, published online in Clinical & Translational Immunology (Apr. 2, 2020), found that T cells D4+GATA3+ and CD8+GATA3+ are sent to the inflamed area and can affect the area for two weeks.
Researchers: New AI algorithm could empower dermatologists
A new artificial intelligence-based algorithm intended to help diagnose a wider range of skin conditions than other currently available technologies has been developed by researchers in South Korea. According to researchers at Seoul National University, in Seoul, Korea, the algorithm is an advancement because it focuses on a wider range skin conditions beyond the detection of skin cancer.
AAD releases hand washing and moisturizing tips amid COVID 19
This week, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) released a statement reminding individuals to moisturize their hands in light of an increase in hand washing due to the spread of COVID-19. In a press release, dermatologists from the AAD issued this reminder in addition to a number of other hand washing tips.
Skin cancer risk for patients with vitiligo does not increase after UVB phototherapy
For patients with vitiligo, extended treatment with narrowband ultraviolet B (UVB) phototherapy does not lead to an increase in their risk of developing skin cancer, according to a new study. The study, published online ahead of print in JAMA Dermatology (Mar. 11, 2020), took a deeper look at UVB phototherapy, which is often used for vitiligo patients.
Mercury exposure may increase risk of skin cancer
Exposure to mercury could lead to an increased risk of developing non-melanoma skin cancer, according to a new study. The study, published online ahead of print in the British Journal of Dermatology (Feb. 5, 2020), used information from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey to cross track mercury exposure from fish and skin cancer rates.
Higher Levels of Social Media Literacy May Lead to Less Dangerous Tanning Practices
Higher levels of media literacy in young adults led to a reduction in appearance-based comparisons, with individuals idealizing tanned appearance less, according to a new study. Based on these findings, published online ahead of print in Social Media + Society (Feb. 19, 2020), the investigators believe that higher levels of media literacy may result in a lower risk of skin cancer.
