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Climate influences botulinum toxin dosage for cosmetic treatments, study finds
A new study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery suggests that patients living in sunnier climates may require higher doses of...
Allan Ryan
Jul 8, 20242 min read


Nominations for the 2024 Women in Dermatology Honour Roll closing soon
The Women in Dermatology Honour Roll recognizes female dermatologists in Canada who have made significant contributions to the specialty...
John Evans
Jul 5, 20241 min read


VIDEO: Isotretinoin efficacious in treating transgender patients receiving gender-affirming treatment
Isotretinoin is effective and well tolerated in transgender individuals with acne receiving masculinizing gender-affirming hormonal therapy.
Jeremy Visser
Jul 3, 20241 min read


Public confidence in skin cancer self-examination as a target for education
Findings from two recent studies suggest that an individual’s lack of confidence in their ability to self-examine for skin cancer may be...
John Evans
Jun 28, 20242 min read


VIDEO: Older patients on antihypertensive medications at increased risk of eczematous dermatitis
Older adults taking antihypertensive drugs are at an increased risk of eczematous dermatitis.
Jeremy Visser
Jun 26, 20241 min read


Study shows correlation between social media use, desire for cosmetic procedures
A study conducted by researchers at the Boston University Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine has revealed a significant...
Allan Ryan
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Immune modulating patch effective for alopecia areata in early study
Using a hydrogel microneedle system to deliver immune-modulating therapy directly to areas of alopecia-areata-related hair loss has...
John Evans
Jun 21, 20243 min read


VIDEO: Crisaborole efficacious long-term in treating mild-to-moderate AD
Daily crisaborole ointment was efficacious in treating mild-to-moderate AD long-term
Jeremy Visser
Jun 19, 20241 min read
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