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Missing proteins lead to rare congenital scalp defect
Researchers have identified the mechanisms behind mutations that cause the congenital condition known as aplasia cutis congenita...
Allan Ryan
Jan 22, 20241 min read


Previewing the 9th annual Skin Spectrum Summit
In less than three weeks, on Oct. 21, the 9th annual Skin Spectrum Summit will be held at the Chestnut Conference Centre at the...
John Evans
Oct 2, 20232 min read


Chronic dermatologic conditions raise risk of attachment insecurity in young people
Young dermatology patients, particularly those with the anxious-preoccupied attachment style, have a higher risk of attachment insecurity...
John Evans
Aug 18, 20232 min read
Higher risk of autoimmune disorders in children of mothers with Alopecia Areata
A new study from Korea has determined that children of mothers with alopecia areata (AA) appear to be at higher risk of developing...
Allan Ryan
Jun 26, 20232 min read


Oral JAK inhibitor treats adolescent alopecia areata
New findings show that the oral Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor ritlecitinib effectively treats alopecia areata in adolescents. The study...
John Evans
Apr 21, 20231 min read


Skin seeding shows clinical benefit for children with intractable vitiligo
South Korean researchers report that a skin seeding technique (SST) may help children with intractable vitiligo who do not show adequate...
Allan Ryan
Feb 13, 20231 min read


AD prophylaxis in high-risk infants: Emollient emulsions may produce best outcomes
An assessment of various types of skin moisturizers suggests an emollient emulsion may be the most effective option to help prevent...
Allan Ryan
Nov 28, 20221 min read


Parents of children with AD may recolonize them with S. aureus
Sharing of the microbiome through skin contact between children with atopic dermatitis (AD) and their caregivers may contribute to...
John Evans
Oct 7, 20222 min read
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