Youíre invited to discover the latest scientific advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair and nail conditions. By attending the American Academy of Dermatologyís summer meeting, Academy í98, youíll be able to provide your audience with important information as well as furnish them with a glimpse of what lies ahead.

In addition, media briefings on the following topics will be held:

-- Hot Issues and New Worlds in Dermatology
-- Diagnosis and Treatment of Hair Disorders
-- Hair Diseases in African-Americans
-- Latex Allergies
-- Chemical Peels
-- Dermatology and Diseases as You Travel
-- Diagnosis and Treatment of Warts
-- Leg Veins: A Comparison of Old and New Treatment Options
-- The Crimson Birthmark: Port Wine Stain
-- Pediatric Dermatology
-- Medical Dermatology
-- Retinoids and Deltanoids in Skin Pharmacology

Members of the American Academy of Dermatologyís Department of Communication will staff the Press Room. They will be able to assist you with:

-- Generating story ideas that will educate and interest your audience
-- Press kits with information on featured topics
-- Coordinating interviews with individual dermatologists

Be sure to mark your calendar for Academy 98, Friday, July 31st -- Tuesday, August 4th.

Hyatt Regency Chicago
The Picasso Room
(West Tower, Concourse Level)
151 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois

Enclosed please find a copy of the Academyís Press Room Guidelines as well as registration and accommodation information. To reserve your place at Academy í98, please fax this form by Friday, July 10th to (847) 330-8907. For more additional information or further details on Academy í98, please contact Debra Lynn Ross, Assistant Director, Public Relations at (847) 330-0230, extension 341; [email protected]; or Missy Gough, Public Relations Specialist (847) 330-0230, extension 384; [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you in Chicago!

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