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U.S. FDA issues counterfeit botulinum toxin alert
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released an alert to healthcare professionals and consumers that unsafe counterfeit versions
John Evans
May 3, 20242 min read


Identified: Porokeratosis variant caused by silenced gene
“We thus expect that epigenetic causes are hidden not only in these but also in other diseases"
John Evans
Apr 26, 20243 min read
OCT ‘virtual biopsies’ could reduce need for invasive procedures
“This [development] has the potential to transform how we diagnose and monitor concerning skin lesions and diseases in the clinic.”
Allan Ryan
Apr 22, 20242 min read


CDA, Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada release joint statement on benzene from products containing BPO
The Canadian Dermatology Association, in collaboration with the Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada, has issued a joint position...
Allan Ryan
Apr 15, 20241 min read
Promises and challenges of gene therapy for congenital dermatoses
Gene therapy for genodermatoses is a rapidly evolving field of research with the potential to greatly improve patient quality of life....
John Evans
Apr 12, 20242 min read


Women in Dermatology 2024 Honour Roll Nominations now open
The Women in Dermatology Honour Roll recognizes female dermatologists in Canada who have made significant contributions to the specialty...
Allan Ryan
Apr 5, 20241 min read


Inaugural Dr. Mercy Alexis Research Grant awarded to Vancouver dermatologist
Dr. Tashmeeta Ahad has been awarded the first Dr. Mercy Alexis Research Grant in Skin of Color Dermatology for her project on...
Allan Ryan
Mar 25, 20242 min read


U.K. joint statement on topical steroid withdrawal released
The National Eczema Society (U.K.) has collaborated with the British Association of Dermatologists and the British Dermatological Nursing...
John Evans
Mar 8, 20242 min read
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