American Academy of Dermatology Survey Shows Gen Z Sun Protection, Tanning Knowledge Lacking

A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults revealed that many Generation Z adults, ages 18-25, are not aware of the dangers of overexposure to the sun and are not protecting themselves from it. Ahead of the Fourth...
28-Jun-2022 10:00 AM EDT

6 Skin Biopsy Wound Care Tips From Dermatologists

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. It is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. As Skin Cancer Awareness Month continues, it’s important to check your skin regularly, and if you notice a spot...
31-May-2022 1:15 PM EDT

New Study: Melanoma a higher risk for older veterans

20-May-2022 12:50 PM EDT

New Survey Reveals Most Americans Say Sun Protection Is More Important Now Than Five Years Ago, Yet Many Misunderstand How to Protect Themselves

In a recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults, the American Academy of Dermatology found that while respondents gave themselves high ratings for sun protection and most reported that sun protection is more important to them now than it was five...
26-Apr-2022 11:30 AM EDT

Yale Dermatologist Uses Innovative Treatment to Treat Child with Severe Alopecia

Connecticut board-certified dermatologist Brett King MD, PhD, FAAD, was named an American Academy of Dermatology Patient Care Hero for pioneering an innovative new treatment for severe dermatologic conditions that are sometimes disabling, sometimes...
18-Apr-2022 11:15 AM EDT

Pennsylvania dermatologist goes beyond exam room to help patients access treatment

Pennsylvania board-certified dermatologist Scott Lim, DO, FAOCD, FAAD, was named an American Academy of Dermatology Patient Care Hero for his extraordinary efforts to get patients access to the medications they need.
14-Apr-2022 10:30 AM EDT

Ohio dermatologist aims to protect youth from tanning bed dangers

Ohio board-certified dermatologist Shannon Trotter, DO, FAOCD, FAAD, was honored as an American Academy of Dermatology Patient Care Hero for her efforts to protect teenagers from the dangers of tanning beds.
13-Apr-2022 10:05 AM EDT

San Francisco Dermatologist Advances Innovative Treatment on FDA Committee

San Francisco board-certified dermatologist Kenneth Katz, MD, MSc, MSCE, FAAD, was named an American Academy of Dermatology Patient Care Hero for his work leading a national advisory committee at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that...
11-Apr-2022 10:05 AM EDT