Patient Buzz Series: Celebrity Bathing Debate
bathing debateThis month’s Patient Buzz includes several articles that raise the question: How often should we bathe? The celebrity bathing debate started when Jake Gyllenhaal revealed in an interview that he doesn’t bathe often. Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher also announced that they only bathe their kids when visibly dirty. Don’t be caught off guard when your patients ask about the celebrity bathing d …
bathing debate
September 2021 JDD Issue | Special Focus on Aesthetics
aesthetic treatmentWith a special focus on aesthetics, the September issue of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology features an outstanding editorial line-up with original articles, features and case reports on topics ranging from soft tissue fillers, non-surgical eyebrow rejuvenation, new topical treatment for keloid scars to mask use during the COVID-19 pandemic causing undesirable post-operative complications and …
aesthetic treatment
10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Advocate for EDI in Dermatology
Equity, Diversity and InclusionSo you recognize the need for equity, diversity, and inclusion in dermatology. While it may seem like true change is a long way off, what simple actions can you do right now to make an impact? Dermatologists who are addressing matters of equity, diversity, and inclusion were surveyed, and here are their suggestions: Become a mentor or preceptor to a high school, college, or medical student f …
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
It’s Mnemonic Monday! Sesquiterpene Lactones
Sesquiterpene LactonesOn this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember plants producing the allergen sesquiterpene lactone with the following mnemonic: SAD CHrissy FARtS Dandelions and Marigolds S- Sesquiterpene lactones A- Asteraceae D- Daisy Ch- Chrysanthemum, Chamomile F- Feverfew A- Artichoke R- Ragweed (t) S- Sunflower Dandelions and Marigolds Remember that this allergen cross-reacts wit …
Sesquiterpene Lactones
Suncare Sundays: Suncare is Important for Every Skin Tone
Suncare for every skin toneSuncare is important for every skin tone. The risk of sunburn and skin cancer correlate with skin type – not ethnicity.1 Ethnicity does not confer skin type. Our population is changing rapidly, and within the next few decades minority populations will become the majority.1,2 African Americans, Asians, Hispanics, Middle Easterners, Asian Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, or individuals …
Suncare for every skin tone