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2016 Lupus Insight Prize recognizes cutaneous lupus research
Photo courtesy of the University of Massachusetts The Lupus Insight Prize for 2016 has been awarded to Ann Marshak-Rothstein, PhD, for...
by Rob Leteste, Associate Editor
Jul 6, 20162 min read
Early biomarkers of sepsis in post-burn patients identified
A test has been devised that might allow clinicians to predict whether a burn patient will develop sepsis post-injury, reported...
by Dr. Marlene Shore, Associate Editor
Jul 4, 20162 min read
Anti-TNF agents might be efficacious for the Tx of JDM patients who have failed multiple drug therap
Tumor necrosis factor inhibitor (anti-TNF) agents may be a viable therapeutic option for juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) patients...
by Rob Leteste, Associate Editor
Jun 30, 20162 min read


Dermatologists campaign to raise awareness and support for vitiligo
Video Source: https://youtu.be/iqM0mKCFwcw In commemoration of World Vitiligo Day on June 25, dermatologists from the Vitiligo Working...
by Rob Leteste, Associate Editor
Jun 28, 20161 min read


Healing function of sweat glands declines with age
A group of scientists and dermatologists are studying the role sweat glands play in how aging skin recovers from wounds. The goal of the...
Derm City
Jun 22, 20162 min read


Up-to- date sun safety guidelines now available for Canadians
The Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA), in collaboration with several organizations across the country, have released a single set of...
Derm City
Jun 17, 20162 min read
Stem cells from umbilical cord blood may help treat AD
Data suggest that the infusion of human umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hUCB-MSCs) might be an effective therapy for...
by Mitch Shannon, Associate Editor
Jun 13, 20162 min read


Patients prefer dermatologists to wear professional attire, white coat
Fox et al. JAMA Dermatology A survey conducted by JAMA Dermatology (June 1, 2016) found that most patients prefer their dermatologists to...
Derm City
Jun 9, 20162 min read
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