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Smoking linked to increased psoriasis risk
South Korean study shows “positive correlation between the amount and/or duration of smoking and the occurrence of psoriasis.”
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CMS alerts physicians of payment reductions for PQRS noncompliance
Some doctors will see their payments reduced by 2%.
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Latest on dupilumab for atopic dermatitis: The who and how
This first-ever biologic for atopic dermatitis showed high efficacy in all subgroups in CHRONOS trial.
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Wound expert: Consider hyperbaric oxygen therapy for diabetic foot ulcers
SAN DIEGO – Dr. William H. Tettelbach, a wound care specialist, describes in an interview why he thinks hyperbaric treatments are worth a try in...
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Alopecia patients share their struggles
SILVER SPRING, MD. – The aim of a patient-focused meeting on alopecia areata was to hear the voice of patients.
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Know the best specific signs for polycystic ovary syndrome
Hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are “the best specific signs for PCOS.”
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DACA program in limbo after White House attitude changes
The fate of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program remains uncertain after an unexpected change of tune by President Donald J....
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Mitotic rate not tied to SLN biopsy results in thin melanomas
SAN FRANCISCO – A survey of melanoma cases showed no correlation between mitotic rate in thin tumors and positive sentinel lymph node biopsy.
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Tattooing and piercing are no longer taboo, but health concerns persist
Body modifications may be mainstream, but they can limit job choices.
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Doctors testify on health insurance stabilization
Support for innovation waivers and low cost, catastrophic plans high on list of reforms.
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Adding T-vec might help surmount PD-1 resistance in melanoma
Almost two-thirds of patients with advanced melanoma had at least a partial response and 33% had a complete response to combination therapy with...