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Skin Cancer Review

This month's Cover Story is the Skin Cancer Review, which provides a review of recent news, research and treatment trends related to skin cancer, including a new study from researchers at Yale University that shows that the vesicular stomatitis virus is highly effective against melanoma, the results of a Phase III trial of a late-stage melanoma drug that demonstrates safety and efficacy and more.

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First Report® Dermatology News

NIH Researchers Sequence DNA of Fungi at Skin Sites
5/23/2013 - The investigation shows that hands are home to relatively few types of fungi, while the feet contain a tremendous diversity.
Drug in Development for Chronic Itch Demonstrates Positive Results in Phase IIb Trial
5/14/2013 - The trial demonstrated a statistically significant and clinically meaningful reduction in pruritis compared to the placebo vehicle.
Melanoma Monday is May 6th
5/3/2013 - Melanoma Monday was started by the American Academy of Dermatology to raise awareness about skin cancer and encourage early detection.
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Feature - Treating Rare Fungal Infections »

Treating Rare Fungal Infections: Cutaneous Blastomycosis

Blastomycosis is a rare fungal infection that commonly involves the lungs and skin. Acute blastomycosis can resolve spontaneously without treatment; however, antifungal treatment can hasten recovery. Treatment of choice is itraconazole 200-400 mg daily for 6-12 months, and severe pulmonary or disseminated blastomycosis is treated with IV amphotericin B followed by an oral azole.

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Regional Atlas of Contact Dermatitis: Mouth, Lips and Perioral Region

The oral region of the face is unique, with three different epithelial zones: the cutaneous lips, the vermillion and the mucosa of the oral cavity. The skin of the cutaneous vermillion is similar to the rest of the face. There are typical features such as sebaceous glands, sweat glands and hair follicles. However, the vermillion is non-keratinized. Specifically, areas in this region are considered “non-keratinizing” and therefore lack the typical stratum corneum barrier, including the labial mucosa and wet surface of the vermillion, ventral tongue, floor of mouth, soft palate and buccal mucosa.

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Marketing a Dermatology Practice

A detailed marketing strategy that focuses on a specific goal can increase the reach of a practice. Whether the practice is large, small or mid-sized, and regardless of the number of years in business - newly launched or established - every business can benefit from public relations and marketing. An effective marketing plan can help grow your client portfolio, increase awareness of your business in the community and be a cost-effective way of increasing revenue.

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