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4. april 2020

Breaking News: There can be skin signs of COVID-19

They look like symptoms that are common in other viral infections, unsurprisingly
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July 22, 2021

Digital dermatology for your insurance portfolio – A business case
May 28, 2021

Learning from lockdown: Better benefits for your employees
April 29, 2021

Digital dermatology: good for patients, good for insurers
March 11, 2021

Global healthcare for an online world

The Importance of Global Healthcare
June 7, 2020

The 6 Top Myths about Acne

It’s high time to put these away
May 31, 2020

Dermatology on social media

Most of it’s not from dermatologists
May 24, 2020

Is sun exposure actually good for you? (Part 2)

The nitric oxide question
May 17, 2020

Celiac disease and your skin

Some patients show signs – here’s what they are
May 9, 2020

‘Covid toe’ – a strange new symptom of coronavirus infection?

Yes, probably, but not a very worrisome one
May 3, 2020

No, ultraviolet light on your skin will not save you from COVID-19

What it will do is invite cell damage
April 25, 2020

A common medication in dermatology may help against COVID-19

Ivermectin, an old anti-parasitic, slows coronavirus replication
April 18, 2020

Is sun exposure actually good for you?

In small amounts, yes.
April 13, 2020

Sunburn, and what to do about it

Winter is over – but take it easy
April 13, 2020

Virtual healthcare in the time of pandemic

Teledermatology was the coming thing – now, for public health reasons, it’s gone mainstream
March 29, 2020

Things that are not true about COVID-19 and your skin

9 myths and an urban legend
March 22, 2020

Your skin and COVID-19

Some reassurance, some explanation, some tips, and a caution
March 14, 2020

Does your system absorb sunscreen ingredients?

A new study says yes, but not to worry too much
March 9, 2020

‘Bee glue’ allergy is on the rise

A new study advises caution with this natural skincare additive
March 2, 2020

Can you prevent baby eczema with emollients or complementary foods?

Not according to the latest study
February 25, 2020

States with the highest (and lowest) melanoma rates

New cancer study shows where they are
February 17, 2020

How does hurt skin repair itself?

The 4 stages of wound healing
February 8, 2020

Pregnancy and your skin

What to expect when you’re expecting
February 3, 2020

Can acrylic nails make you allergic?

Yes. And here’s what to know
January 26, 2020

Does shaving really make your hair thicker?

No, though it might look like it does
January 20, 2020

What to do about dandruff

Common-sense advice for a very common problem
January 13, 2020

Skin care for your baby

A little counsel for parents and carers
January 6, 2020

Chapped lips in the winter – can anything be done?

Yes. And here’s what the dermatologists say.
December 30, 2019

Some good news at last about melanoma

Young people, at least, are getting the message
December 23, 2019

Essential oils and your skin

A Christmas note
December 15, 2019

What are Epsom Salts, and are they good for your skin?

They’re magnesium sulfate, and the answer appears to be yes
December 9, 2019

Menopause and your skin

What to expect, and what you can do
December 2, 2019

How you can help with your baby’s eczema

Four tricks to keep that skin calm
November 25, 2019

Cannabis, cannabinoids, and your skin

New treatments are emerging, but they’re not ready.
November 17, 2019

For men only. Let’s talk skin care.

Because you guys have skin too.
November 11, 2019

Dog shampoos and hand allergy – watch out!

A recent paper draws attention to this still unregulated hazard.
November 4, 2019

Disposable diapers cannot cause chemical burns.

Tabloid and internet memes don’t mean they can.
October 28, 2019

Dark circles under the eyes?

Know your treatment options.
October 21, 2019

What to do about that really bad pimple

First tip: Don’t squeeze it.
October 14, 2019

When your sweating is out of control

It may be a condition called ‘hyperhidrosis’.
October 7, 2019

Can you wash your hands too much?

Handwashing is good … but keep your skin moist.
September 30, 2019

Think twice about that tanning bed this winter

Trends are down, but indoor tanning is still widespread, and dangerous.
September 23, 2019

Treating your eczema ‘naturally’? Be careful.

Eczema isn’t simple. Alternative treatments can go wrong.
September 16, 2019

Why don’t tattoos go away by themselves?

New study, new surprise.
September 9, 2019

How to think about your skin ‘allergy’

True allergy is hard to diagnose, and it can mimic a lot of other things.
September 2, 2019

Why you may not need to exfoliate

Your skin handles its own maintenance pretty well.
August 26, 2019

Rash around the mouth … what is that?

‘Perioral dermatitis’ probably. It’s treatable.
August 19, 2019

Nail fungus! What can be done these days?

A lot, luckily.
August 10, 2019

“Is it worth treating my rosacea?”

Recent quality-of-life research says absolutely yes.
August 5, 2019

Psoriasis isn’t just irritated skin

It’s related to other disorders … and that’s good to know.
July 29, 2019

Can you control your acne with diet?

Possibly … but it’s complicated.
July 22, 2019

Is it normal to be anxious or depressed when you have eczema?

A new study says yes.
July 15, 2019

Putting on sunblock

How a lot of us are getting it wrong
July 9, 2019

New study: bath emollients don’t help your child with eczema

British Medical Journal announces the results of the first multicenter clinical trial
June 12, 2019

What's the most common kind of skin cancer?

Most skin cancers are carcinomas. That’s good news.
May 6, 2019

Smoking and your skin

It’s not a myth: smoking affects your skin. The good news is, it’s partly reversible.
May 6, 2019

The real story on moisturizers
May 6, 2019

Botox: What to know before you ask