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Prophylactic use of petrolatum could be cost-effective way to prevent AD
Researchers have found that common moisturizers could be a cost- effective way to prevent atopic dermatitis in high-risk newborns. In a...
by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate Editor
Jan 4, 20172 min read


Air pollution may contribute to atopic dermatitis through activation of AhR transcription factor
Schema of AhR-mediated development and exacerbation of atopic dermatitis. AhR is activated by air pollutants, such as traffic-derived...
By John Evans, Associate Editor
Nov 25, 20162 min read


Atopic dermatitis action plan has potential to improve outcomes in pediatric cases
A multi-disciplinary group at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) in Ottawa is in the process of developing a written...
by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate Editor
Nov 24, 20164 min read
Eczema in children has different traits than in adults
Early-onset atopic dermatitis [AD] in children appears to have a different phenotype than AD in adults, which may open new therapeutic...
By John Evans, Associate Editor
Oct 14, 20162 min read
Human beta-defensin 2 may be key to protecting barrier function in eczema
Triggering production of a protective molecule in the skin may help maintain skin barrier function in patients with atopic dermatitis...
By John Evans, Associate Editor
Oct 7, 20162 min read
Mother’s vitamin B3 status during pregnancy linked to infants’ risk of atopic dermatitis
Infants whose mothers had a higher level of a particular type of vitamin B during pregnancy have a lower risk of atopic dermatitis at age...
by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate Editor
Sep 26, 20162 min read
How often should pediatric patients with eczema bathe?
Daily bathing for most children who have eczema is fine, as long as it is followed by the application of a generous amount of...
by Lynn Bradshaw, Senior Editor
Aug 29, 20162 min read


Hard water may be linked to the development of AD early in life
High domestic water calcium carbonate (hard water) levels might be associated with an increased risk of atopic dermatitis (AD) in...
by Rob Leteste, Associate Editor
Jun 24, 20162 min read
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