November 26, 2024

Moisturizers in Dermatitis: Risk vs Reward

A recent review finds that moisturizers, commonly used in dermatitis care, may lead to adverse effects in children with eczema, emphasizing the need for moderation and personalized recommendations for their use. Published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.

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July 26, 2024

Healing and Owing: U.S. Health Workers' $150 Billion Debt Dilemma

A new study exposes the alarming levels of medical and educational debt burdening U.S. health care workers, with debt disproportionately affecting women, Black workers, and those in lower-paying fields.

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August 12, 2024

Study: U.S. Child Allergy Rates Shifted During Pandemic

A recent study examined the prevalence of allergies and asthma among U.S. children and adolescents before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing interesting trends and potential associations with lifestyle changes due to the pandemic.

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October 11, 2024

Skin Pigmentation: Rethinking Drug Efficacy

With skin pigmentation influencing drug binding and potentially altering therapeutic outcomes, understanding melanin's role in pharmacokinetics is key to advancing equitable treatments.

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November 13, 2024

Air Pollution Doubles Eczema Risk: Major Study

Individuals with eczema lived in areas with significantly higher PM2.5 concentrations, with each 10 μg/m3 increase in fine particulate matter associated with 2.66 times greater odds of developing the condition in this nationwide study of 286,766 adults.

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August 08, 2024

Antibiotics Linked to Serious Skin Reactions: Study

A population-based study in Ontario, Canada, found that commonly prescribed oral antibiotics are associated with an increased risk of serious cutaneous adverse drug reactions. The study compared the risk across different antibiotic classes, shedding light on the importance of judicious antibiotic prescribing.

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June 19, 2024

Specialties With Highest Unprofessional Behavior Reports

A recent study reveals that surgeons are most frequently reported for unprofessional behavior by coworkers, while pediatric-focused physicians are least likely to be reported.

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July 18, 2024

Omalizumab Survival Rates in Urticaria

A recent multinational cohort study in JAMA Dermatology explores the long-term effectiveness and discontinuation of omalizumab in patients with chronic urticaria, revealing important insights into treatment survival rates and risk factors.

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July 24, 2024

Over One Third of Docs Ready to Leave Current Position

Six specialties had higher rates of physicians planning to depart.

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