October 03, 2024

Topical Vitamin D with Standard Acne Therapy Reduces Inflammation

A recent study found that topical vitamin D was associated with a reduction in proinflammatory cytokine levels and the severity of inflammatory acne lesions. Additional studies are needed to gain a clearer understanding of its mechanism of action.

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September 27, 2024

U.S. Nonprofit Hospitals Gained $37.4B in 2021 Tax Benefits

New analysis reveals U.S. nonprofit hospitals received $37.4 billion in tax benefits in 2021, with more than half attributed to state and local taxes. The benefits varied significantly by state and were concentrated among a small number of hospitals.

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September 23, 2024

Physicians Urged to Scrutinize Employers Beyond Salary

Beyond salary and work-life balance, physicians seeking new roles should evaluate potential employers' governance, reward systems, and culture, according to a viewpoint published in JAMA Internal Medicine.

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September 12, 2024

Cyberbullying in Teen Girls Linked to Body Dissatisfaction and Eating Disorders

A recent study in the Journal of Eating Disorders sheds light on the link between appearance-related cyberbullying and body image concerns among adolescent females.

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April 26, 2024

Preclinical Work May Lay Groundwork for Future Targeted Acne Therapies

Researchers may have uncovered factors contributing to the functional divergence of human commensal Cutibacterium acnes bacteria.

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April 30, 2024

High Levels of Benzene Discovered in Acne Treatments

High levels of the carcinogen benzene have been found in many common acne treatments containing benzoyl peroxide.

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April 30, 2024

Tips to Manage Dermatillomania

Experts detailed the potential risks of dermatillomania.

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February 14, 2024

Updated Guidance on Treatment of Acne

New guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology provide updated advice on managing acne in patients aged 9 years and older, offering insights into topical, systemic, and physical therapies.

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June 26, 2024

Daily Multivitamin Use: No Mortality Benefit Found

"In contrast, we found that daily multivitamin use vs. nonuse was associated with 4% higher mortality risk."

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