Research & Data
Industry news plus emerging therapeutic data and updates on research in dermatologyFrom the Blog
6 Facts About Skin Cancer from the American Cancer Society
With more than 5 million cases of skin cancers diagnosed each year, the disease represents the most common form of cancer diagnosed in the US. Yet, misperceptions persist. To coincide with Skin Cancer Awareness Month this May, Shanthi Sivendran, MD, MSCR, MBA, senior...
Melanoma Research Alliance Provides $12.6 Million in Research Funding
A $12.6 million commitment from the Melanoma Research Alliance (MRA) is intended to fund melanoma research by more than 30 scientists at leading academic and medical institutions in the US and around the world. MRA grant awards fund a diverse array of scientists. MRA...
Forever Chemicals in the Spotlight: New Dermalorian™ Podcast
"Forever chemicals" have been in the news, and maybe they've been in your clinic. From skincare and makeup products to occupational gear and more, patients are exposed to PFAS, and there could be effects on their skin. In this episode of the Dermalorian™ Podcast from...
Number of PAs in US Increases 28% in Four Years
The number of physician assistants in the US grew by 28% from 2018 to 2022, and continued growth is predicted in coming years. The PA profession remains highly representative of women, with the gender distribution little changed in the past four years. Women account...
Skin Tests May Predict Food Allergies, Eczema
By Joe Gorelick, MSN, FNP-C This is very exciting information that may allow us to make early interventions that may modify to course of diseases. Analysis of tape strip samples from two-month babies predicted the likelihood of developing food allergies by age two,...