Rethinking Vitamin D and Sun Exposure Guidelines
From scientific studies to niche-market magazines, supplements are in the spotlight.
Dermatology
FDA Advances Regulation to Ensure Sunscreen Safety, Efficacy
Included in the proposed rule are updates on sunscreen safety, sun protection factor (SPF) requirements, and the effectiveness of insect repellent/sunscreen combinations.
Clinical Challenge: Addressing Psoriasis and Comorbid Obesity
Obesity is an independent risk factor for the development of psoriasis and is associated with a worse prognosis.
Machine Learning in Dermatology: Overcoming Data Gaps in Skin Cancer Detection for Smarter Diagnosis
We can leverage the agility of machine learning to point out unmet clinical needs and improve clinical practice.
AI-Powered Cancer Diagnoses in Dermatology Leave Patients of Color in the Dust
We use artificial intelligence in nearly every aspect of our lives — but how does AI fare in the physician’s exam room?
Is Psychological Manipulation Ever in the Best Interest of the Patient? Examining the Ethics of Mindset Manipulation
Beneficence and autonomy are cornerstone concepts in the field of medical ethics.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Ethical Questions and Surgical Contraindications
The potential consequences of providing cosmetic treatment to a patient with BDD can extend beyond ethical concerns.
Decision Tree Model Can Identify Behaviors Linked to Sunburn Risk
A decision tree analytic technique shows the interactive effects of sun protective behaviors on the likelihood of sunburn.
FDA Warns Companies Promoting Ineffective “Sunscreen Pills”
Alternative sun protection products, including pills and dietary supplements, are misleading consumers through false marketing and advertising.
Tapping Social Media for Skin Cancer Prevention: What You Can Do
Any images and personal stories that remind people about skin cancer, what to look for, even scars after surgery, really help save lives.
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