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Immune checkpoints expressed in active, non-segmental vitiligo
Two immune checkpoints, Cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated antigen-4 (CTLA-4) and programmed death-1 (PD-1), appear to be present in the infl
By John Evans
Jul 3, 20201 min read


Impact of facial skin protectants on qualitative fit testing of N95 masks
The Covid-19 pandemic has created a need for prolonged use of N95 masks leading to injuries on healthcare workers’ faces. The use of skin pr
By Dhiren Mahiban
Jun 29, 20202 min read


Isotretinoin use may reduce vitiligo risk
Data from an online survey of vitiligo patients suggests that, contrary to some case reports, the development of vitiligo may not be a poten
By John Evans
Jun 26, 20202 min read


Lessons learned in teledermatology
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, dermatology practices introduced teledermatology services to continue care. Researchers randomly selec
By Dhiren Mahiban
Jun 22, 20202 min read


Most parents aware of children’s sun-protection needs
In a press release, the AAD revealed that some 74% of surveyed U.S. parents reported that they worry more about sun protection with their ch
By John Evans
Jun 19, 20202 min read


Patients open to plastic surgery during Covid-19
Survey results included the finding that among respondents who said they had not had plastic surgery previously, 28% said they would conside
By Dhiren Mahiban
Jun 15, 20202 min read
Larger impact seen from somatic comorbidity on psoriasis patients' mental health
Investigators found skin symptoms have an important impact on mental health, but that other somatic diseases associated with psoriasis can c
By Dhiren Mahiban
Jun 8, 20202 min read
Researchers identify mechanism that make skin a protective barrier
The authors suggest the breakthrough could be critical to understanding and treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
By Dhiren Mahiban
Jun 1, 20202 min read
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