March 03, 2025

More States Fast Track Foreign-Trained Physicians

Since 2023, nine states have waived U.S. residency requirements for some foreign-trained physicians, with more states considering similar changes.

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February 26, 2025

New Medical Malpractice Rules Issued by American Law Institute

The American Law Institute's first restatement of medical malpractice law shifts focus from customary practice to evidence-based medicine.

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February 25, 2025

COVID-19 Impact on Three Skin Diseases Explored

COVID-19 incidence was highest among patients with vitiligo (51.1%), followed by those with atopic dermatitis (42%) and psoriasis (34.3%).

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February 24, 2025

Do Black Female Doctors Die Earlier?

New JAMA Internal Medicine study finds Black female physicians face higher mortality rates than White women in general population.

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February 19, 2025

Study Identifies Skin Lipid Biomarkers for Atopic Dermatitis

Reduced levels of protein-bound ceramides at 6 weeks were associated with an increased risk of atopic dermatitis by age 1 year, according to a new study in JACI.

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February 14, 2025

Study: Patients Trust Female Docs Less

Study findings and an interview with the lead investigator.

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February 12, 2025

Skin Disease in Kids Linked to Sleep Disorders

Children with psoriasis had a 3.2-fold higher risk for hypersomnia, sleep apnea, and nearly double the risk for depression, researchers report.

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February 07, 2025

Hematologic Indicators Linked to Alopecia Areata Severity

Researchers analyze hematological ratios in alopecia areata severity assessment.

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February 05, 2025

Wearable Device Reduces Nighttime Scratching

A new study in JAMA Dermatology unveiled a wearable device with haptic feedback that significantly reduced nocturnal scratching in mild atopic dermatitis patients, offering a potential nonpharmacologic intervention.

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