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Sun safety

By communicating these key messages on sun safety, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice. Access key messages on sun safety, including the hazards of ultraviolet exposure.

Learning module: Sun protection

Access the sun protection learning module. Upon completion of the module, the learner will be able to explain the short and long-term risks of sun exposure.

Multiple café au lait spots in fair skinned children without evidence of neurofibromatosis type 1: Don’t SPRE(A)D the word – yet

Café au lait spots (CALS) are extraordinarily common; six or more lesions (at least 0.5 cm prior to puberty or 1.5 cm post puberty) are considered one of the criteria for diagnosing neurofibromatosis type I (NF1), and are also seen in a variety of other syndromes.

Sun exposure taking a toll: new AAD survey shows sharp increase in sun damage across the U.S.

Practice safe sun ahead of Melanoma Monday (May 5) ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 29, 2025) — A recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults showed that nearly all Americans believe sun protection is important, with 1 in 4 citing the influence of a dermatologist as the reason. However, Americans have

How to make melasma less noticeable

Tips from a board-certified dermatologist ROSEMONT, Ill. (Sept. 12, 2023) — Melasma is a skin condition that causes patches or freckle-like spots on the face that are darker than a person’s natural skin color. Melasma has many causes, including sun exposure, pregnancy, stress, a medical condition, or taking certain medications,

Enjoying the game and staying sun safe

Learn how Brad Koller, board president of Miracle League Field of Findlay, was happy to be able to protect both players and their families from sun exposure.

American Academy of Dermatology survey shows Gen Z sun protection, tanning knowledge lacking

Board-certified dermatologist shares personal cancer diagnosis and sun protection habits to encourage younger generations like Gen Z to practice safe sun ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 28, 2022) — 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

New American Academy of Dermatology survey reveals most Americans say sun protection is more important now than five years ago, yet many misunderstand how to protect themselves

Dermatologists urge the public to protect themselves from the sun to reduce skin cancer risk ahead of Melanoma Monday (May 2) and Skin Cancer Awareness Month ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 26, 2022) — In a recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults, the American Academy of Dermatology found that while

Survey: Americans worry about premature aging, still behind on sunscreen use

Facts at your Fingertips ... By Megan Bennett, Staff Writer, February 1, 2026 Despite concerns about premature skin aging, many Americans are still in the dark about the importance of sunscreen, according to a recent AAD survey. ... The AAD survey of 1,000 U.S. adults revealed that half worry about

American Academy of Dermatology survey shows sun protection lacking in winter

Board-certified dermatologist shares tips to protect your skin from the sun during colder months ROSEMONT (Feb. 6, 2024) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey revealed that nearly one in five adults are not aware that you can get sunburned during the winter, and even fewer protect themselves from

Misinformation puts over 16 million Americans at an increased risk for skin cancer

New data from the American Academy of Dermatology reveals misinformation drives adults to cut back or stop using sunscreen Survey data show influence of social media, misconceptions, and gaps in sun safety knowledge – especially among Gen Z Gen Z is flunking sun safety, with one-third scoring a D or

American Academy of Dermatology survey shows sun protection during common outdoor activities lacking

Board-certified dermatologist discusses how people can protect themselves from the sun ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 23, 2023) — Andy Jacobs spent a lot of time playing outdoor sports during his childhood, but infrequently used sun protection. Yet it came as a shock to Jacobs when his dermatologist diagnosed a spot on

Here comes the sun: The role of polypodium leucotomos extract

It’s the time of year when patients ask “What sunscreen should I use?” After recommending broad-spectrum sunscreens that are water-resistant to 80 minutes, I try to steer the conversation analogizing sun protection to driving.

American Academy of Dermatology survey shows Generation Z adults are unfamiliar with sunburn and tanning risks

Board-certified dermatologist shares her melanoma diagnosis and encourages people to protect themselves from the sun ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 9, 2023) — 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 unaware of the risks associated with overexposure

New American Academy of Dermatology survey: increasing number of Americans at risk of skin cancer despite knowing how to protect themselves

Board-certified dermatologist urges public to practice safe sun ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 30, 2024) — Abby Weiner knew the dangers of unprotected sun exposure long before she was diagnosed with skin cancer. As someone with fair skin and freckles, the 43-year-old mother of three says she has always been diligent about

American Academy of Dermatology survey: half of Americans worry about skin aging, but many still skip sunscreen

Board-certified dermatologist encourages public to incorporate sun protection into daily skin care routine ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 6, 2025) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults found that half worry about premature skin aging and only half use sunscreen regularly, while nearly 1 in

AADA provides sun protection at White House Fourth of July Celebration

On July 4, AADA staff once again participated in the White House Fourth of July celebration as part of the Cancer Moonshot initiative. The AADA donated sunscreen and SPF lip balm, along with educational materials on sun protection, to help raise awareness about the dangers of skin cancer. Nearly 10,000

AAD Shade Structure stories

AAD Shade Structures provide permanent outdoor shade in areas such as playgrounds, pools, or recreation spaces that are not protected from the sun. Learn more about the impact of this grant program by reading these stories.

New American Academy of Dermatology survey shows most Americans are not concerned about skin cancer, even if they are at risk

Board-certified dermatologists urge the public to practice safe sun ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 25, 2023) — As an African American female, Ilia Smith didn’t think she would get melanoma. However, after years of tanning and being outdoors, her life changed drastically when she was diagnosed with stage 2 melanoma. While Ilia

Bringing dermatologic knowledge to young students

Marina Handal, a third-year medical student and and her sister, Jenna Handal, partnered with the AAD’s Good Skin Knowledge program to teach young students in Boca Raton, Florida about skin health and safe sun habits.

Adopt-a-Shade

The Adopt-a-Shade Program provides an opportunity for an individual or group/practice to fund a shade structure. By participating, you’ll be providing a sun safe area for children to play, and helping to raise skin cancer awareness.

FAQs on sunscreen ingredients including proposed rule on the final monograph

Access a webinar and FAQs on sunscreen ingredients including proposed rule on the final monograph. FAQs pertain to ingredients safety and effectiveness, dosage forms, sun protection factor, sunscreens that contain insect repellant, and more.

Knowledge is power: Creating hands-on opportunities for learning

Medical student Jessica Kern encourages children and teens to learn about their skin. Jessica’s story ... Jessica Kern (center, top) and fellow medical students practice making skin models to teach their students about the three layers of the skin. ... Good Skin Knowledge enables children and adolescents to understand good

American Academy of Dermatology survey shows Gen Z adults at risk for skin cancer due to increasing rates of tanning and burning

Board-certified dermatologist urges sun protection to prevent skin cancer ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 14, 2024)  — A new survey from the American Academy of Dermatology revealed that Generation Z adults, ages 18-26, are at risk for skin cancer due to increasing rates of tanning and burning. To encourage safe sun habits,

Using passion about dermatology to impact community

Therese Anne Limbana, a fourth-year medical student at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine partnered with the AAD’s Good Skin Knowledge program to teach the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club about skin care and sun protection.

Largest study of skin cancer prevention in American Indians and Alaskan natives shows UV protection lacking

Use of tanning beds and inadequate sun protection increases skin cancer risk ROSEMONT, Ill. (August 16, 2022) — Ultraviolet (UV) protection from the sun and avoiding indoor tanning play an important role in reducing a person’s risk for skin cancer — the most common cancer in the U.S. and one

Pathways: High school students

Help students discover the fascinating world of skin science with these comprehensive lesson plans, developed in collaboration with Young Minds Inspired. These engaging and interactive resources for grades 9-12 are designed to spark curiosity and enhance understanding of skin health, dermatology, and sun safety.

Sunscreen access

The American Academy of Dermatology advocates for access to safe and effective sunscreen, supporting evidence-based laws and regulations at federal and state levels. Learn about their actions, including supporting new sunscreen ingredients and state access laws, addressing FDA monographs and proposed rules, and promoting sun safe behavior to the public.

Shade Structure Program

Learn about the AAD Shade Structure Grant Program, which awards grants of up to $8,000 to public schools and non-profit organizations for installing permanent shade structures for outdoor locations that are not protected from the sun, such as playgrounds, pools or recreation spaces. Members can support the program by sponsoring

Is your margarita giving you a rash?

Dermatologist shines a light on the latest research in photocontact dermatitis SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2024) — Sun sensitivity and related skin conditions are often misunderstood. Foods, medications, and skincare products can trigger symptoms like itching, redness, blistering, or burning. One of the most common conditions is photocontact dermatitis, a

Do genetics play a role in sun-seeking behavior?

Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2021 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Veronique Bataille, MD,

September 7, 2022

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / S ept. 7, 2022 ... Are concentrations higher than 5% minoxidil of benefit for androgenic alopecia patients? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : BASCULE syndrome: Is something brewing with Bier spots? Emollient

Background materials

Access these background materials to help you with media outreach. Explore key messages, news releases, press kits, position statements, guidance on sun screen, and more.

Advocating for you — Sun safety

We believe the public should use sunscreen along with seeking shade and wearing sun-protective clothing to prevent skin cancer. Until there is scientific evidence to support adverse effects, the FDA and the AAD believe it’s premature to ban certain ingredients in sunscreens or certain sunscreen products. Such bans can also

Turning our attention to melanoma risk in Turner syndrome

Patients with Turner syndrome have an increased risk of melanoma, possibly related to the number of nevi. The use of human growth hormone may contribute to the appearance of a larger number of acquired melanocytic nevi. Patients with Turner syndrome should be routinely screened for melanoma and practice standard sun

Components of evaluation and management

Cracking the Code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, May 1, 2018 Test your knowledge: Components of evaluation and management ... Take the quiz to see if you're

Hemochromatosis: Beyond 50 shades of gray

There are multiple cutaneous manifestations of hemochromatosis, of which hyperpigmentation in sun exposed sites is most frequent. A significant association is with porphyria cutanea tarda. There is new data to suggest that hereditary hemochromatosis may be associated with nonmelanoma skin cancer, although this association warrants further investigation.

American Academy of Dermatology survey shows outdoor workers more at risk for skin cancer than average Americans

Board-certified dermatologist encourages those who work outside to utilize proper sun protection ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 7, 2024) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults revealed that outdoor workers — like those who work in construction, landscaping, emergency medical services, and postal delivery —

AAD survey: half of Gen Z got sunburned in 2024 — and many still don’t know the risks

Board-certified dermatologist provides practical tips for proper sun protection ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 20, 2025) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults reveals a troubling reality — many Americans are unwittingly increasing their skin cancer risk due to a lack of sun protection knowledge.  

American Academy of Dermatology urges Americans to use sun protection ahead of July 4th weekend

Board-certified dermatologist provides tips to relieve discomfort from sunburns ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 27, 2023) — The July 4th weekend is a time when many Americans will celebrate outdoors at parades, pools and cookouts, but without proper sun protection, they put themselves and their children at risk of getting sunburned, which

New survey reveals public confusion about risks of tanning and sunburns

American Academy of Dermatology Survey Shows Large Increase in People Getting Tans and Sunburns in 2021 ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 24, 2022) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults revealed a significant increase in both tanning and number of sunburns in 2021 compared to

The latest in sun protection

New sunscreens now match a person’s skin tone without leaving a visible white film on the skin BOSTON, MA (March 25, 2022) — Throughout the years, sunscreens have evolved to meet the public’s needs. These innovations have included improved protection from sunburn and skin aging, as well as specific formulas

Texas dermatologist recognized for improving the quality of life of a child with rare condition

American Academy of Dermatology honors Dr. John Browning as national "Patient Care Hero" ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 30, 2022) — Board-certified dermatologist John Browning MD, FAAD, FAAP, adjunct associate professor of pediatrics and dermatology at UT Health in San Antonio, was named an American Academy of Dermatology Patient Care Hero for

Travis Blalock, MD, FAAD

Donor Spotlight ... By Dean Monti, Managing Editor, Special Publications, October 1, 2022 In this new column, DermWorld ... highlights individual members who have gone above and beyond with their Academy contributions. Travis W. Blalock, MD, FAAD, has had a lifelong commitment to philanthropy; now he’s continuing that passion through

BASCULE syndrome: Is something brewing with Bier spots?

Read the Sept. 7, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on BASCULE syndrome.

Sunscreen highlights

DermWorld offers updates on efficacy, regulations, and controversies. ... Feature ... By Megan Bennett, Staff Writer, March 1, 2026 As skin cancer diagnoses steadily rise in the U.S., the need for regularly applied, adequately protective sunscreen (along with other sun-safe practices) is more important than ever. ... Data on Americans’

AAD letter to the Atlantic in response to “Against Sunscreen Absolutism”

American Academy of Dermatology President Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD Letter to the editor originally submitted to the Atlantic ... on May 17, 2024 ROSEMONT, Ill. (Nov. 8, 2024) — On behalf of the American Academy of Dermatology and its 21,000 members, I am writing to express serious concerns about

American Academy of Dermatology warns that homemade sunscreens are not proven to be effective and may leave users vulnerable to skin cancer

American Academy of Dermatology Secretary-Treasurer Daniel D. Bennett, MD, FAAD ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 2, 2024) —  While the American Academy of Dermatology is aware of reports of people using homemade sunscreens, research shows that most homemade sunscreens lack effective sun protection, leaving users vulnerable to sunburn, premature skin aging and

American Academy of Dermatology statement on skin cancer misinformation

American Academy of Dermatology President Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD ROSEMONT, Ill. (Sept. 4, 2024) —  With the summer drawing to a close, the American Academy of Dermatology has noticed an increase in online and media misinformation regarding skin cancer risk and sun protection. It is critically important for the

July 7, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 7, 2021 ... OTC eczema products with high prevalence of potentially allergenic ingredients DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Progress in pemphigus — Solidifying rituximab’s role Share your comments on the

Here's what it takes to launch a successful Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... Every May, for Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the AAD launches an awareness campaign to educate the public about skin cancer prevention and early detection. The ... SPOT Skin Cancer™ campaign continues to be a success,

Veterans face heightened risk of melanoma, nonmelanoma skin cancer

Facts at your Fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, Senior Editor, October 1, 2025 The increasing incidence of skin cancer in the United States has raised new concerns about occupational associations, particularly those in professions with significant chemical or sun exposure. ... Read more about occupational associations of skin cancer .

Talking Points: Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Please use these key messages when you’re educating the public about skin cancer prevention and detection for Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

August

Issue ... August January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... Community What's hot ... This month's news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... Do genetics play a role in sun-seeking behavior? Feature ...

Digging into dermatologist demographics

Facts at your Fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, June 1, 2025 Each year, the Academy releases a snapshot of official membership facts and figures. In 2025, AAD total membership includes 21,400+ dermatologists, representing 96.3% of U.S. American Board of Dermatology-certified dermatologists. ... AAD dermatologists work in all 50

Spotlight on dermatology demographics

Facts at your fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, February 1, 2022 Every year, the AAD collects a snapshot of official membership data, giving insight into wider specialty trends. The Academy represents 91% of practicing board-certified dermatologists, with an overall membership of 20,648. According to AAD survey data, in

Visualizing the importance of healthy sun habits

Learn how medical students Jayci Givens and Joanne Jacob used Good Skin Knowledge to teach healthy skin habits to Girl Scout troops across Houston.

Protecting students from the sun

Barbara Jo Smith, skin cancer survivor and principal of Juniata Elementary School in DuBois, Pennsylvania, knows the importance of seeking shade.

Staying safe, even from the sun

Janelle Khan, an employee at AVDA, saw how important providing shade was for families in need.

Declare your independence from skin cancer: perform a skin self-exam this 4th of July

Board-certified dermatologist discusses importance of preventive health measures in recognition of UV Awareness Month ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 25, 2024) — Brian Ingham was only 32 years old when a board-certified dermatologist discovered melanoma on his back during a routine visit to get a tattoo removed in late 2023. The Washington,

Two new skin healthy issues provide valuable information to patients

Two new editions of skin healthy magazine were published in 2023. As a member benefit, U.S. members receive 50 complimentary copies of each issue of skin healthy, which positions board-certified dermatologists as the leading experts in issues affecting the skin, hair, and nails.

Working with a local dermatologist to teach sun safety

Learn how Bonnie J. Reece, Executive Director of St. Louis Transitional Hope House, was surprised and pleased when the organization received a shade structure grant through the AAD’s Adopt-a-Shade program.

American Academy of Dermatology Statement on the Importance of Sun Protection

Statement from Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 20, 2025) — Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., affecting an estimated one in five Americans in their lifetime. Every day, nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma, the deadliest form of

Five unsafe skin care trends to avoid

Advice from board-certified dermatologists to keep your skin healthy ROSEMONT, Ill. (Nov. 1, 2023) — Social media platforms are rife with skin care advice from a variety of sources, which can make it difficult to know how to approach the recommendations you find online. In recognition of National Healthy Skin

Learning about skin health, acne, and sun protection, oh my

Learn how Erica Aukerman, BS, and the Indiana University School of Medicine’s Dermatology Student Interest Group collaborated with Girls’ STEM Institute to teach them about their skin.

Sunscreen FAQs

Dermatologists recommend using sunscreen with SPF 30+ that is broad-spectrum and water resistant.

How to examine your skin for skin cancer

Board-certified dermatologist shares 5 skin cancer exam tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 31, 2023) — Last year, 69-year-old Isabel Lievano's board-certified dermatologist diagnosed the persistent black spot under her nail as melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Though she lost her nail, she was thrilled that her dermatologist was able

Dermatology issues in the news

Access talking points on prominent dermatology issues in the news. These include sunscreen, skin cancer awareness, scope of practice/truth in advertising, coverage related to JAAD, isotreninoin, and much more.

Key messages when communicating about skin cancer

By communicating these key messages on skin cancer, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. These are core messages to urge patients to seek screening.

Largest study on racial differences in men with melanoma shows men with skin of color have lowest survival rates

Study author and board-certified dermatologist encourages public to get screened for skin cancer ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 11, 2023) — Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is highly treatable when detected early, but when the disease advances, it can lead to death. A new article published in the ...

How to treat acne

Board-certified dermatologist offers skin care advice to help you get the best results from your acne treatment ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 17, 2022) — Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. As your body’s largest organ, it’s important to take

Providing free skin cancer screenings and advice on sun safety and skin cancer prevention

Learn how AAD member Susan Boiko, MD, volunteered to screen patients during Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

Key messages for social media about aging skin

By communicating these key messages on aging skin, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice. These key messages include a variety of tips on how to lessen the appearance of skin aging and keep skin healthier.

Shedding light on the hydroa vacciniforme-like lymphoproliferative disorder

Read the September 1, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on hydroa vacciniforme-like lymphoproliferative disorder.

Coding for preventive skin examination in 2021 and beyond

To understand the new evaluation and management (E/M) coding guidance, the AAD/A recommends reviewing and applying the coding guidelines holistically. When coding is based on medical decision making (MDM), documentation for the encounter must meet or exceed two of the three elements as described in the E/M Office Visit Level

May 29

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Periocular hypopigmentation of the elderly: A new POTUS dermatosis?

Periocular hypopigmentation of the elderly (POHE) is a diagnosis of exclusion after vitiligo, post-inflammatory hypopigmentation to due contact dermatitis, or medication-induced hypopigmentation are ruled out. POHE is likely due to a combination of actinic damage and intrinsic ageing in those with lighter complexions.

Clinical information

See information about measles, including how dermatologists recognize the disease, how contagious it is, risks and complications associated with the disease, and complications of pregnancy.

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June 24, 2026

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 24, 2026 ... Skin care ingredients recommended by cosmetic dermatologists DermWorld What’s Hot: Fusion gene rearrangement in advanced melanoma Severe psoriasis relapse following tralokinumab for atopic dermatitis Is timolol gel

AAD highlights your expertise during awareness months

When a dermatology-related awareness month rolls around, the AAD makes sure to capitalize on the opportunity to let the public know that only a board-certified dermatologist has the expertise necessary to treat skin, hair, and nail conditions.

Hot coding topics to keep you cool this summer

Derm Coding Consult ... By Faith C. M. McNicholas, RHIT, CPC, CPCD, PCS, CDC, manager, coding & reimbursement, June 1, 2021 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in Derm Coding Consult. ... Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . Think back to the world a year ago:

AAD bolsters information about darker skin tones

New and updated content on AAD.org reflects our commitment to providing information for patients across the skin-color spectrum.

New skin healthy issue distributed to members

skin healthy positions board-certified dermatologists as the leading experts in issues affecting the skin, hair, and nails.

Educating the public — AAD launches Darker Skin Tones Hub

Dermatologists know that a “one-size-fits-all” approach is not an effective way to treat conditions affecting skin, hair, and nails. In particular, some skin diseases present differently or more frequently in people with darker skin tones, which could also require different treatment regimens.

September 1, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Sept. 1, 2021 ... Which dermatology patients should receive a third dose of mRNA vaccine? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries: Shedding light on the hydroa vacciniforme-like lymphoproliferative disorder Obesity, diabetes associated with

AAD Statement on USPSTF Recommendation on Skin Cancer Screening

Statement from Terrence Cronin Jr., MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 18, 2023) — "In its Recommendation Statement on Screening for Skin Cancer, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force — a group that provides guidance for primary care physicians — has determined that there is not

Skin cancer fact sheet

Find facts and statistics for reporting about skin cancer.

Modifier 25 and E/M coding in 2021

Derm Coding Consult ... By Cynthia Stewart, CPC, COC, CPMA, CPC-I, manager, coding & reimbursement resources, March 1, 2021 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in Derm Coding Consult. ... Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . The recently released 2021 CPT ... ® ... office or

Learning module: Blotches: Light rashes

Access the Blotches: Light Rashes learning module. The purpose of the module is to help medical students develop a clinical approach to the evaluation and initial management of patients presenting with light rashes.

Life is just a bowl of cherry angiomas

Learn more about Life is just a bowl of cherry angiomas at aad.org

skin healthy magazine is committed to patient education

The biannual magazine featured over two dozen articles in 2022. The Academy provided U.S. members with more than 50 copies each of the two complimentary issues of skin healthy magazine — which provides expert editorial content on common conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails and the most up-to-date recommendations

Your Dermatologist Knows continues strong popularity on social media

The AAD maintains a robust social media presence as one of the key aspects of the successful Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy.

From "slugging" to snail mucin

Dermatologists discuss popular social media trends impacting the skin. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, October 1, 2023 Social media and the skin have a long history together. For over 15 years, social media has been an ever-growing presence in nearly all facets of life: politics, commerce —

Men in the Twilight Zoon

Read the February 19, 2020 DermWorld Insight and Inquiries on treating Zoon balanitis.

February 19, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 19, 2020 ... Study raises concerns about skin cancer detection apps DW Insights and Inquiries : Men in the twilight Zoon STD medical claims in the U.S. soar Does tobacco

Telangiectasias: When is it TEMPI time?

Read the Oct. 19, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on telangiectasias.

Talking Points: Benzene contamination and sunscreen

The Academy has developed key messages for dermatologists regarding the Valisure report that found the chemical benzene in some sunscreens.

Linear and whorled nevoid hypermelanosis: Past reflections and future directions

Dr. Kalter was the first to accurately detail Linear and Whorled Nevoid Hypermelanosis (LWNH) nearly 30 years ago. In 1994, I was shocked and saddened to learn of her death from cancer at age 40. When brilliance leaves us prematurely (think Mozart, Gershwin, Van Gogh, et cetera) one can only

Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 7

Part seven of the Academy's clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters.

Coding lessons learned from frequently asked questions in 2023

Derm Coding Consult ... By Faith C. M. McNicholas, RHIT, CPC, CPCD, PCS, CDC, Manager, Lead Coding and Reimbursement Strategist, December 1, 2023 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in DermWorld ... Coding Consult. Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . 2023 has come to a close

Pediatric dermatology

Finding Joy in pediatric phototherapy Congenital Juvenile Xanthogranulomas: Born To Be Wild (But Ultimately Mild) Sophie’s choice: Assessing atypical Spitz tumors in the molecular era The real jigsaw puzzle of the Brooke-Spiegler Syndrome: Translating the molecular biology to therapy​ Sirolumus’s merit for the Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon A future therapeutic Harlequin Romance?

Educating the public — The Academy is getting the word out on the dangers of skin cancer

From late May through early September, our PSAs received 50,023,948 impressions via Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. Audio versions of the PSAs were also distributed on Spotify.

Dermatologists team up to provide shade in Florida

Florida Academy of Dermatology members, led by Cyndi J. Yag-Howard, MD, FAAD teamed up with AAD and Neutrogena to build shade structures at an aquatic center in Naples, Florida.

Vitamin D fact sheet

Find facts and statistics for reporting about vitamin D.

State society community outreach toolkit: Shade structure program

A toolkit of information on the Academy's Shade Structure program for state societies to get involved in AAD community engagement programs.

Vitamin D and UV exposure

By communicating these key messages on Vitamin D and UV exposure, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice. Here, see key messaging on vitamin D, which is better gotten from foods or supplements rather than UV exposure.

Diabetes and your skin

Dermatologist explains how diabetes affects the skin and the importance of proper skin care ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 2, 2022) — Your skin is a window to your overall health, and what happens on your skin is often an indicator of what’s happening inside your body. Skin, hair, and nail conditions

Girls that glow

Learn how Good Skin Knowledge led medical student Chrislene Olukoga, BS, to fun and fulfillment.

Suggested dermatology topics by month

Promote dermatologic topics to your local media and social media followers throughout the year. This page provides suggested topics that are timely by month or season, with resources that dermatologists can share with their patients.

Support Good Skin Knowledge

Learn about supporting the AAD’s Good Skin Knowledge program, which provides free lesson plans for educators to help teach children important lessons about skin health.

Talking points: JAMA study on absorption of sunscreen ingredients

Study overview ... The recent study, "Effect of Sunscreen Application Under Maximal Use Conditions on Plasma Concentration of Sunscreen Active Ingredients" published in the ... Journal of the American Medical Association addresses an important question about the potential for certain sunscreen ingredients to be absorbed in the bloodstream. ... This

Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2026

A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether

Adopt-a-Shade: Working together

Learn more about Adopt-a-Shade: Working together at aad.org

What's hot?

What's hot ... November 29, 2018 In this monthly column, members of the ... Dermatology World Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Edward W. Cowen, MD, MHSc ... On Oct. 5, the ... U.S. FDA approved the Gardasil 9 human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for men

Managing menopause

Dermatologists discuss dermatologic changes before and during menopause and the dermatoses that may occur. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, December 1, 2025 Menopausal transitions can be stressful. While rapidly declining estrogen levels can wreak havoc internally, many of these changes involve the skin, hair, and vulvar

Educating the public — Skin Cancer Awareness Month 2021

Melanoma Monday® launched the AAD’s month-long, national Skin Cancer Awareness Campaign in May. Every year, the AAD advances this public education effort to position you as the experts in diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer and educate the public about skin cancer prevention and detection. Continuing the success and momentum

How to treat a sunburn

Board-certified dermatologist shares 5 tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 21, 2024)  — Sunburns can be painful and damaging to your skin, while also increasing your risk of skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States and one of the most preventable. A new survey

Military members more at risk for melanoma

Board-certified dermatologist discusses occupational risks of skin cancer for those who serve SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2024) — U.S. veterans are at a higher risk of developing melanoma, one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer, likely due in part to the occupational hazards associated with active duty in countries

Coming together to raise awareness and funds for skin cancer prevention programs

Learn how AAD member Sarah Jackson, MD, FAAD, loved getting her high school daughter and their community involved with the AAD’s Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™

Extending medicine's reach

DermWorld takes a look at the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, Contributing Writer, January 1, 2023 In 1925, inventor and publisher Hugo Gernsback wrote in ... Science and Invention magazine of a "teledactyl," a device that would allow doctors to not only see their patients

Support AAD Shade Structures

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American Academy of Dermatology’s statement on the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s report on environmental impact of currently marketed sunscreens and potential human impacts of changes in sunscreen usage

Statement from Mark D. Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, president of the American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (Aug. 9, 2022) — The American Academy of Dermatology supports the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s recommendation that the U.S. EPA conducts an ecological risk assessment of UV filters to characterize possible

On the front lines during COVID-19

Dermatology World Weekly talks with Linda Stein Gold, MD, recently chosen as the AAD’s next vice president-elect and the current division head of dermatology at the Henry Ford Health System, about how dermatologists have stepped in during the COVID-19 crisis.

Erythropoietic protoporhyria in an adult: Something I usually don’t think about!

I examined a 53 year-old woman this morning with a mild facial eruption that at best was slightly erythematous and papular.

Understanding how skin impacts self-image

Learn how Good Skin Knowledge helped medical students Erika Malana, BMSc, and Meenu Reddy, BS, foster good skin habits for girl scouts.

November 6, 2019

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / November 6, 2019 ... SPF 50+ vs. 100+ — is there a difference? DW Insights and Inquiries : Getting the gist of GIST cutaneous hyperpigmentation disease Academy announces new Executive Director

Teaching young girls about their skin, and STEM

Learn how medical student Christine Li helped Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts learn about skin, hair, and nails through Good Skin Knowledge Program.

In Texas the project is always bigger

Learn how Henry Lim and his fellow medical students taught skin health to over 70 children.

How can dermatologists provide improved access to care for patients with housing instability?

Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, May 1, 2021 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with John Browning, MD, Kavina Patel,

AAD’s Your Dermatologist Knows maintains strong traditional media presence

Traditional media relations, targeting print, broadcast, and online media, are a cornerstone of the AAD’s successful Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy, and 2025 was an exceptional year for those efforts.

Media press kits

The American Academy of Dermatology's press kits can assist the media in researching and writing about a variety of dermatologic conditions, as well as skin, hair, and nail care.

Academy protects revelers’ skin at White House Fourth of July celebration

The AADA joined the White House’s Fourth of July Celebration and partnered with the White House Cancer Moonshot team to distribute AAD-branded sunscreen, lip balm, and informational flyers.

Albinism awareness gets a makeover

In Practice ... Victoria Williams, MD, is an assistant professor of clinical dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania. ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, May 1, 2019 "What really struck me was that there were no dermatologists on the ground there," recalls Victoria Williams, MD, assistant professor of clinical dermatology

AAD Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Every year, the AAD advances this public education effort to position you as the experts in diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer and educate the public about skin cancer prevention and detection. Access this summary to learn more.

Skin Cancer Awareness Month campaign reaches billions!

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and in 2024 the Academy once again undertook a robust effort to spread awareness to the general public. Similar content did very well in 2022, did even better in 2023, and shows no signs of stopping in 2024!

Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2024

A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether

3 ways to promote skin cancer awareness this month

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Glomus tumors point a finger at neurofibromatosis

The correct diagnosis of the JAMA Dermatology Clinicopathological Correlation of a glomus tumor presenting as longitudinal erythronychia was straightforward – I was fascinated by this comment in the discussion: “The presence of multiple glomus tumors in the digits should raise suspicion for neurofibromatosis type I” (1).

2022 DW Insights and Inquiries archive

Explore past issues of DW Insights and Inquiries that were published in 2022.

The power of teaching

Learn how medical student Jessika Sanz, BS, combined her passion for skin care and teaching.

Support Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™

Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™ is a participant-driven fundraising event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the AAD’s SPOT Skin Cancer™ campaign. Learn more about how to join a hike and raise funds and awareness in your community.

How to treat a deep, painful pimple at home

Acne tips from a board-certified dermatologist ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 18, 2023) — Acne can be bothersome, especially when you have a deep, painful pimple, which is caused by nodular or cystic acne. Unlike other forms of acne, such as whiteheads or blackheads, acne nodules and cysts develop deep under your

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome-Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The aftermath

Read the May 26, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on Stevens-Johnson Syndrome-Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis.

Clinical and therapeutic judgment regarding confluent and reticulated papillomatosis of Gougerot and Carteaud

Confluent and Reticulated Papillomatosis of Gougerot and Carteaud is usually seen in adolescents and young adults. Antibiotics (most commonly minocycline or doxycycline) are first-line therapy. The etiology of CARP remains to be determined, and further studies will judge its precise relationship to acanthosis nigricans.

So many questions. So little time.

Experts offer best practices on efficiently addressing patients’ questions about sunscreen. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, April 1, 2023 Aisles of products, numerous social media top 10 lists, and abundant information on the internet: Consumers can be quickly overwhelmed with sunscreen questions related to types, usage, and safety —

Educating our public — AAD’s Skin Cancer Awareness Month positions dermatologists as the undisputed experts

Every May, during national Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we leverage media relations, social media, and other innovative tools to position you as the experts in diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, and to educate the public about skin cancer prevention and detection.

Hot coding topics from the field

Derm Coding Consult ... By Faith C. M. McNicholas, RHIT, CPC, CPCD, PCS, CDC, Senior Manager, Coding and Reimbursement, July 1, 2025 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in DermWorld ... Coding Consult. Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . Navigating the complexities of dermatology coding can

What’s new in treating actinic keratosis?

Dermatologists discuss how to balance the latest evidence, patient preferences, and clinical experience when treating AKs ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, November 1, 2022 Actinic keratoses (AKs) are commonly diagnosed and treated by dermatologists. In fact, the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey on outpatient medical care

For patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria the tide has come in

Read the May 12, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on erythropoietic protoporphyria.

Start the new year off with a fresh start (and skin)

Advice from a board-certified dermatologist on seeking cosmetic treatments ROSEMONT, Ill. (January 9, 2024) — With a rise in both public accessibility and visibility, cosmetic treatments are more popular than ever. Whether your New Year’s resolution is to improve your health or to look and feel your best, the most

New treatments provide more options for people with alopecia areata

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ... article highlights new ways to restore hair ROSEMONT, Ill. (Aug. 15, 2023) — A study published today in a supplement of the ... Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology titled " ... Alopecia: A New Frontier " reveals that a new

September 4

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Support AAD

The American Academy of Dermatology is proud to make a meaningful difference every day in the lives of our members, patients, and communities. Learn how you can help support our mission.

Support Good Skin Knowledge

Learn about supporting the AAD’s Good Skin Knowledge program, which provides free lesson plans for educators to help teach children important lessons about skin health.

I would like to host a free skin cancer screening. Where can I get the forms?

Asked and Answered ... June 1, 2023 Hosting an AAD SPOT Skin Cancer ... ™ ... screening is a great way to demonstrate your commitment and passion to the community and to the specialty. The screening program is the Academy’s longest-standing public health program. Since its inception in 1985, dermatologists

Donor Spotlight: Grizzly bears, African summits, and other joys

Celebrating a decade of AAD’s Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™ with its founder ... Donor Spotlight ... By Dean Monti, Managing Editor, Special Publications, May 1, 2024 In this new column, DermWorld ... highlights individual members who have gone above and beyond with their Academy contributions. This year marks the

Melanoma fact sheet | AAD

Find facts and statistics for reporting about melanoma skin cancer.

Ultraviolet light, adipose tissue, and fantasies of summer

As I am preparing this commentary, the second Nor’easter within a week is in its frenzy. (Since that time there have been two more and it’s snowing today!) My longing for summer, enjoying the warm breezes enveloping our shore home in Brigantine, is escalating. Thinking of the beach brings two

Gen Z’s indifference to sun damage is heating up their risk of skin cancer

Facts at your Fingertips ... By Megan Bennett, Staff Writer, March 1, 2026 In an AAD survey of 1,000 U.S. adults, released in May 2025 in conjunction with Skin Cancer Awareness Month, half of the ... Gen Z responders reported getting sunburned in 2024 . About 10% reported having sunburns

Sharing Good Skin Knowledge

Learn why medical student Charissa Obeng-Nyarko, MS, knows the importance of educating youth.

2025 Skin Cancer Awareness Month a massive success

May was Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and the Academy once again made an effort to educate the public about the risks and dangers of skin cancer.

Getting a head up on cutaneous scalp malignancies

Cutaneous scalp malignancies are common in patients with alopecia. Research suggests hair prevents carcinogenesis by physically blocking ultraviolet light and other mechanisms.

A pandemic of perception

Virtual life has negatively affected patients’ self-perception. Dermatologists may be in a position to help. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, July 1, 2022 Photo editing, once associated with flawlessly airbrushed celebrities, has become not only ubiquitous but nearly a requirement of social sharing. In a highly

Sirolimus for microcystic lymphatic malformations: Caviar for frog spawn

Recently, our understanding of lymphatic malformations (LMs) has vastly expanded. Genetic advances have focused on the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway allowing the use of mTOR inhibitors for those lesions involved in this pathway.

April 16, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 16, 2025 ... Is isotretinoin linked to psychiatric events for acne patients? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The not-so-full body skin examination What every dermatologist should know about measles Is

How to check for bedbugs

Board-certified dermatologist’s tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (March 14, 2024) — Bedbugs can make you itch just by thinking about them. These tiny, reddish-brown insects that feed on blood are notorious for infiltrating hotel rooms and luggage, hitchhiking their way back to a new home virtually undetected. ... "Understanding what to be

American Academy of Dermatology issues updated guidelines for the management of acne

Both newly approved and well-established treatments recommended ROSEMONT, Ill. (Jan. 31, 2024) — Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting nearly 50 million Americans each year, with symptoms usually beginning in puberty. Acne affects 85% of adolescents and can also often begin or continue in

The darkness of lichen planus pigmentosus

Darkness defines lichen planus pigmentosus (LPP) – lesional morphology, the patient’s mood about their appearance, and our ability to understand or treat it. Both patient and physician are literally in the dark.

How to prevent keloid scars

Board-certified dermatologist shares tips to reduce your risk ROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 6, 2023) — Keloids are a type of raised scar that can occur after an injury, and over time they can grow much larger than the wound itself. Although keloids are not dangerous to a person’s health, they can

How to treat dandruff

Board-certified dermatologist’s tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 12, 2023) — Dandruff, a common scalp condition, affects people of all ages, especially in the cold winter months. If you notice small pieces of dry skin flaking from your scalp or persistent itching, it may be time to seek treatment options. ... "It is

We had a big Skin Cancer Awareness Month in 2023

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and it is one of the most important months for the Academy’s mission to educate the public about skin cancer. Our efforts to promote the AAD’s SPOT Skin Cancer program, which aims to provide information on how to detect and prevent skin cancer, led

The meaning of community

Former camper Kaitlyn Wannall, now 18, loved her time at Camp Discovery.

Double check, pause...and proceed

What dermatologists can learn from quality efforts in surgery ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist, October 3, 2016 As the culture of health care and developing regulatory trends continue to move in an increasingly quality-focused direction, dermatologists may soon find themselves under more scrutiny. Wrong-site surgery is one

November 7

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Transplantation dermatology: Race matters

December 3rd, 2017 will mark the 50th anniversary of the first human-to-human heart transplant performed by the late South African cardiothoracic surgeon, Christaan Barnard.

January 22, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / January 22, 2020 ... Academy comments on FDA sunscreen study DW Insights and Inquiries : Paradoxical biological reactions and Grandma Dora’s waterbed 2020 revised codes: Intermediate and complex repair Participate in

Spreading the mission of Good Skin Knowledge

Learn how medical student Katie O’Connell enjoys the opportunity to teach Good Skin Knowledge virtually to AAD Camp Discovery participants and Hornets’ Nest troop members in North Carolina.

American Academy of Dermatology Association praises FDA for approving new sunscreen ingredient

Statement from Murad Alam, MD, MSCI, MBA, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 9, 2026) — The American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) applauds the ... U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approving bemotrizinol (BEMT) , the first new sunscreen ingredient approved in the United States

6 skin biopsy wound care tips from dermatologists

ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 31, 2022) — 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 on

Danger in the workplace

Occupational associations of skin cancer ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2023 In 1775, English physician Sir Percivall Pott made history, publishing the first report of cancer caused by occupational exposure. Pott had noted an unusually high incidence of skin sores on men working as chimney

What's hot?

What's hot ... May 31, 2019 In this monthly column, members of the ... Dermatology World Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Edward W. Cowen, MD, MHSc ... There are several FDA-approved options available for field therapy for the treatment of multiple actinic keratoses, including

Cimetidine offers a ray of sunshine for patients With erythropoietic protoporphyria

Only once in a great while an article makes me want to break into my happy dance – the report of 3 pediatric cases of erythropoietic protoporhyria (EPP) by Tu et al had that effect. Recently, I ran a post on EPP where I discussed the new findings of EPP

Here comes summer (and sunscreen conversations)!

Read the April 29, 2020 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on suncreen.

May 1

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Equal opportunity for all?

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to take steps to address implicit bias in health care hiring ... How to take steps to address implicit bias in health care hiring ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor What do male receptionists and female department

Nailing the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis

Nail psoriasis (NP) has a profound psychosocial effect on a patient’s life. Aside from its physical appearance, NP may be a clue to associated psoriatic arthritis (PA).

Volunteer duty, chapter 2

From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, June 1, 2021 Volunteer, n...person who performs/gives his/her services of own free will; v...to give/offer to give on one’s own initiative. I highlighted the main AAD volunteering opportunities in

How to control excessive sweating

Board-certified dermatologist shares 6 tips in time for summer ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 17, 2024) — Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a common medical condition that affects an estimated 15.8 million people in the U.S. It is normal to sweat when you overheat, or your nerves get the best of you.

September 5

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This month's news from across the specialty

What's hot ... December 1, 2020 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Harry Dao Jr., MD Choice and transparency dominate our landscape. It is hard to believe that it was only 2013 when the FDA

Congenital juvenile xanthogranulomas: Born to be wild (but ultimately mild)

Congenital juvenile xanthogranulomas usually appear early in life, although they may occur in adults.

Merkel cell carcinoma in situ: Begin the beguine?

I have to admit, the concept of Merkel cell carcinoma in situ (MCCIS) was “below my radar screen”, until I read the intriguing article, from Jason Lee’s group, questioning whether an intraepidermal proliferation of Merkel cells (MC) within a seborrheic keratosis is MCCIS or MC hyperplasia.

Nailed it!

Nail experts discuss how to diagnose common — and not-so-common — nail disorders. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, January 1, 2025 Diagnosing conditions of the nail can be confounding. Patients may experience delays in treatment due to challenges in diagnosis. While the nail may seem like

Impact Report — Spring 2021

In this edition we’ll update the top-level items that affect you and improve your practice in several areas including advocacy for you, our public efforts, and our member benefits.

Good skin knowledge is needed every day

Michel Ntiri, Liz Ramos, and Joel Ntiri partnered with the AAD’s Good Skin Knowledge program to teach underprivileged youth in Camden, New Jersey about skin health and how to properly care for their skin.

Learning module: Evaluation of pigmented lesions

The purpose of pigmented lesions learning module is to help medical students develop a clinical approach to the evaluation and initial management of pigmented lesions.

Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2024

A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether

What are the environmental effects of oxybenzone and other sunscreen ingredients?

Acta Eruditorum ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, October 1, 2018 In this month’s Acta Eruditorum column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Henry W. Lim, MD, and

How to treat minor burns and cuts

Dermatologist shares tips on caring for minor kitchen and holiday accidents ROSEMONT, Ill. (December 6, 2022) — With the holidays upon us, kitchen accidents can become more common as we cook meals for large gatherings of friends and family. In preparation for the holiday season, a board-certified dermatologist from the

Embrace your appearance!

Learn how medical student, Casey Paul Schukow, helps teach local summer camp kids how to appreciate their skin.

Indoor tanning fact sheet

Find facts and statistics for reporting about indoor tanning.

Cutaneous findings of COVID-19 in a pandemic hot zone

Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, July 1, 2020 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Dermatology World ... talked to Joanna Harp, MD, director of the inpatient

‘And miles to go before I sleep…’

From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2022 Holidays over, now the new year, perhaps an early spring, but unlikely… ... From the streets of Brooklyn to the pinnacle of the specialty —

How climate change and wildfire smoke can impact the skin

Studies show California wildfires led to an increase in the number of patients visiting dermatologists for flares in skin conditions NEW ORLEANS (March 17, 2023) — New research ... 1,2,3 ... shows that as wildfires are increasing in frequency, intensity and extent, and affecting air quality across the U.S., they

A dermatologist’s guide to skincare from growing up to glowing up

Board-certified dermatologist (and mom) shares holiday shopping tips for teens and tweens. ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 28, 2025) — As online skincare trends continue to capture the attention of tweens and teens (and major retailers roll out early holiday promotions), an AAD board-certified dermatologist offers guidance to help families cut through

Skin conditions by the numbers

Find facts and statistics for reporting about dermatology and dermatologic conditions.

Doing our part to make a difference

From the President ... Dr. Hruza served as Academy president from March 2019 to March 2020. ... By George Hruza, MD, MBA, June 3, 2019 "When you think about yourself, skip the only,’ as in I’m only a surgeon’ or I’m only a dermatologist.’ Think about what needs to be

How to care for skin with vitiligo

Board-certified dermatologist’s tips to prevent vitiligo from spreading ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 13, 2023) — Vitiligo is a disease that causes the skin to lose its natural color, resulting in light or white patches of skin. This condition, which affects people of all ages and ethnicities, not only affects patients’ skin,

March

Issue ... March January February March April May June View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... Safety first What’s hot ... This month’s news from across the specialty DermWorld Insights and Inquiries ... Eosinophilic pustular folliculitis: Six decades of progress Feature ... Optimizing melasma management Experts

AAD Cares

Learn how AAD donors help advance our community outreach programs, services, and humanitarian efforts.

Your Dermatologist Knows content remains popular on social media

One of the key aspects of the Your Dermatologist Knows strategy is maintaining the AAD’s robust social media presence. The Academy’s social media team works with a team of member social media correspondents and several social media ambassadors to generate and distribute paid and organic content.

Educating the public — Member media training in spotlight at AAD Annual Meeting

The 2022 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology took place in Boston in March — and that’s big news for more people than just AAD members.

ChatGPT enters the chat

Dermatologists discuss the possibilities — and pitfalls — of ChatGPT in clinical practice. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, April 1, 2024 Design a webpage. Make a content strategy. Answer medical questions. Write an essay about trickle-down economics in the style of a Taylor Swift song. The possibilities

Educating the public — AAD launches successful 2022 Skin Cancer Awareness Month

The 2022 Melanoma Monday® launch was a resounding success! Within two days of the campaign’s launch, our media relations efforts resulted in more than 500 stories in a variety of media outlets across the country, including ABC7 Chicago and Today.com.

High-dose vitamin D may be a ray of sunshine for treating sunburn

High-dose vitamin D, which has shown benefit in toxic erythema of chemotherapy and acute radiation dermatitis, may also be helpful for treating sunburn.

February 26, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 26, 2020 ... Plantar warts: Shave with PDT or cryotherapy? DW Insights and Inquiries : A niche with NICH Legislators seek to expand sunscreen ingredient ban Young Physician Focus :

41’s gracious contribution to skin cancer awareness

The author reflects on pen pal relationship with George H.W. Bush.

AAD Donor Social Media Kit

We invite you to proudly display one of our donor badges on your website or share a post on social media to show your contribution to AAD programs.

AADA meets with White House Cancer Moonshot team on skin cancer prevention policies

As a part of our ongoing efforts to raise awareness about skin cancer prevention, the AADA met with Anabella Aspiras, associate director of Cancer Moonshot Engagement, to discuss how the Academy can collaborate with the White House on reducing the rates of skin cancer nationwide.

What we do

Through volunteerism, resident international grants, outreach and other efforts, the AAD is making its mark globally.

Media contacts

Members of the media can access this page to contact the Academy regarding any of the issues listed. Only members of the media should use this contact information, for expert assistance with editorial content on dermatology issues.

Talking points: Benzene found in acne care products

The Academy has developed key messages for dermatologists regarding the Valisure report that found the chemical benzene in acne products containing benzoyl peroxide.

SPOT Skin Cancer™ stories

SPOT Skin Cancer™ helps reduce the incidence of skin cancer and save lives by supporting the AAD’s skin cancer education, awareness, and prevention programs and services. Learn more about the impact of this initiative by reading these stories.

Good advice?

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What is the USPSTF and what do its skin cancer counseling recommendations mean for the specialty and its patients? ... What is the USPSTF and what do its skin cancer counseling recommendations mean for the specialty and its

Demonstrating the value of dermatologic care to state legislators

Ask the Expert ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, April 1, 2022 DermWorld ... spoke to Victoria Pasko, assistant director of State Policy for the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA), about the Academy’s participation in the National Conference of State Legislatures. DermWorld: The AADA recently participated in the National

Melanoma risk in patients with melaoncortin-1 receptor independent of ultraviolet radiation: Is there a way not to be burned by your genome?

I admit that my concept of Type I skin red-headed patients getting melanoma was simple: They have a polymorphism(s) of the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R), pheomelanin, ultraviolet exposure, DNA damage, increased reactive oxygen species, and voila: melanoma! While conceptually elegant, this is apparently only a partial truth.

Dermatology doubles media presence in 2020

Facts at your fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, August 1, 2021 Last year, dermatology-related topics generated a record-breaking 36 billion print, broadcast, and online media impressions — more than double the total coverage in 2019. This sharp increase is likely tied to COVID-19, specifically news items on COVID-related

AADA takes on step therapy reform, sunscreen access

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) signed step therapy reform legislation into law, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The new law places guardrails around the use of step therapy protocols by state-regulated health plans, including Medicaid.

Your Dermatologist Knows see major traditional media successes

As the success of Your Dermatologist Knows continues into its third year, so too do the efforts of the Academy’s media relations team to spread the word about the knowledge and expertise that only a board-certified dermatologist has on skin, hair, and nail conditions.

July 18

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The challenge of identifying identical twins: Advances in differentiating lupus erythematosus panniculitis from subcutaneous panniculitis-like T-cell lymphoma

Did you ever have trouble telling identical twins apart? Most parents can do so by differentiating minor features that others might overlook, such as the way one laughs, wrinkles their nose, or exhibits a subtle smile. Such is the story of differentiating some cases of lupus erythematosus panniculitis (LEP, lupus

Social media skin care trends: Dermatologists reveal the facts

Board-certified dermatologists provide tips for healthy skin ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 29, 2024) — With the growing popularity of beauty influencers and viral skin care routines, social media is playing an integral role in shaping how people care for their skin. Popular trends like the glass-skin look, the Russian manicure, and

July 12, 2023

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 12, 2023 ... Association between hydrochlorothiazide use and nonmelanoma skin cancer DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : After 23 years, a syndrome converted me into an eflornithine believer Potential applications of

Thoughts about genital melanosis on Melanoma Monday

Today is National Melanoma Monday – aside from highlighting the importance of melanoma screening, it is a time to celebrate the many lives saved since this day of awareness was established in 1984.

7 Rosacea skin care tips

Board-certified dermatologist weighs in ROSEMONT, Ill. (Apr. 9, 2024)  — Rosacea is a common skin condition that affects at least 14 million U.S. adults and commonly appears as a tendency to blush or flush more easily than others. While treatable, symptoms, such as skin thickening and eye problems, can often

Educating the public — skin healthy magazine

If you’ve instructed your staff to remove magazines and other reading materials from patient care areas to slow the spread of the coronavirus, the skin healthy cover also features a QR code that you can display in your reception area and exam rooms for download. This gives your patients personal-device-access

Hiking the Dolomite mountains in Italy

Learn how AAD member Ava T. Shamban, MD, FAAD, raised awareness and funds for skin cancer prevention and detection through Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™

Academy presence elevated during awareness months and days

Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Hair Loss Awareness Month shine in particular. Part of the Academy’s robust public education involves utilizing various awareness months and days throughout the year to share information with the public that is relevant to the awareness campaign in question.

Examining the monograph

Dissecting the FDA’s proposed rule on the over-the-counter sunscreen monograph and what dermatologists might expect in the coming years. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, November 1, 2020 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been regulating sunscreen since the beginning of the monograph system in

Are teens tanning less?

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Signs point to progress, but work remains ... Signs point to progress, but work remains ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer It appears that fewer teens are indoor tanning in recent years, but the data are sparse. Regulations

January 23

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Managing Gen Z patients

Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2023 DermWorld ... talks to Brittany Craiglow, MD, FAAD, from Yale School of Medicine, about tips for managing Gen Z patients — individuals born after 1996. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Brittany Craiglow, MD, FAAD ... Dr. Craiglow:

Key messages to communicate about Indoor tanning

By communicating these key messages on indoor tanning, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice.

How can I claim CME credits?

Asked and Answered ... March 1, 2026 Academy members can use the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Transcript Program to document their continuing medical education (CME) and continuing certification program (CCP) requirements to send to a licensing body. This service is a member benefit at no additional fee.* ... With the

Providing shade for the underserved

American Academy of Dermatology shade grant program for Milagro Center in Palm Beach County, Florida.

Not just for boys: X-linked erythropoietic protoporphyria

I was anxiously awaiting the results of erythrocyte protoporphyrin levels obtained from a 4 year-old boy who avoids sunlight because his “skin hurts” when not in the shade. Until I read the article by Balwani, et al (1), I was unaware of the existence of X-linked erythropoietic protoporhyria (XLEPP), also

March 6, 2024

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 6, 2024 ... Benzyl benzoate vs. permethrin in treating scabies DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Hemochromatosis — Beyond 50 shades of gray Oral acitretin plus topical triamcinolone vs. topical triamcinolone

Patient education licensing opportunities

Written and vetted by dermatologists, the AAD's patient education content is accurate, up-to-date, and most importantly easy to understand. Choose from more than 60 skin, hair, and nail conditions in video and/or print.

Moving the needle: AADA meets with White House Cancer Moonshot team

Moving the needle ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, October 1, 2023 DermWorld ... breaks down the latest highlights of AADA advocacy activities at the federal and state legislative and regulatory level. As a part of our ongoing efforts to raise awareness about skin cancer prevention, the AADA met with

Teaching the beauty of individuality

Learn why medical student Diana Quach, MS, enjoyed teaching the Good Skin Knowledge lesson plans to her local girl scout troop.

Giving back to make an impact

AAD member Franziska Ringpfeil, MD, FAAD, knows what a challenge skin disease can be for children.

Building confidence in girls at a young age

Medical student Priya Uppal uses Good Skin Knowledge to introduce STEM to young girls in her community.

The many uses of microneedling

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How it works, potential applications, and what patients should know ... How it works, potential applications, and what patients should know ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Once an experimental treatment pioneered through the use of tattoo pistols

February 5, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 5, 2020 ... Legislators aim to prevent sunscreen bans DW Insights and Inquiries : Prurigo pigmentosa as the "keto rash": I’m a believer Correction issued to pediatric psoriasis treatment guidelines

May 12, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 12, 2021 ... Telogen effluvium diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : For patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria the tide has come in Derm Coding Consult : How

Key messages about rosacea for social media

By communicating these key messages on rosacea, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice. Rosacea affects 16 million Americans. Learn key messages here.

Volunteer opportunities

Be part of the inspiring effort among dermatologists dedicated to helping patients, communities, and the specialty. Access information on AccessDerm, Camp Discovery, mentoring opportunities, efforts related to skin cancer prevention, and much more.

Plantar melanoma and mechanical stress

Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) involves the palms, soles, and nail beds. It is the most common type of melanoma in patients of African or Asian descent. Delays in diagnosis result in more advanced disease at the time of diagnosis.

Skin cancer/ melanoma

Cutting giant congenital nevi down to size molecularly Calcipotriene and 5-fluorouracil: Dermatology’s new dynamic duo? Rejecting preconceived notions of squamous cell carcinomas in patients experiencing transplant rejections Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit melanomas 41’s gracious contribution to skin cancer awareness Dermatopathology reports about basal cell

AAD builds strong relationships with dermatologist social media influencers

Part of the Your Dermatologist Knows strategy involves collaborating with social media influencers to help spread the Academy’s message beyond the reaches of AAD social media accounts. The Academy engaged in a series of influencer engagement activities in 2023 to help build and maintain those important relationships.

A menagerie of zoonoses

Common and emerging zoonotic disease in dermatology ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, December 1, 2022 From the Black Death to Avian Flu, throughout history, humans have been plagued by epidemics of infectious disease that originated from animals. Zoonoses represent a major public health problem around the world

December 7, 2022

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Dec. 7, 2022 ... Recommendations for follow-up of patients with nonmelanoma skin cancer DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Xylazine ("Tranq") — The potential for loss of life and limb Using apremilast

When assessing morbilliform eruptions think about morbilli (measles)!

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Psoriasis

By communicating these key messages on psoriasis, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice.

Myth busting

The Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows campaign counters trending misinformation on skin, hair, and nail health. ... Feature ... By Matthew Walsh, Member Communications Specialist, October 1, 2024 It has been two years since the launch of ... Your Dermatologist Knows , a consumer positioning strategy the Academy developed in direct

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Nov. 15, 2023 ... Platelet-rich plasma vs. minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia treatment DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The woolly culprit — Lanolin revealed as an uncommon cause of dermatitis on normal

Global surgical package

Learn more about global surgical packages. Procedure codes include a number of procedures related to the primary code, and these cannot be billed separately even with modifier 25. See helpful tables and what is included in the global surgical package for various codes important to dermatologists.

Support international grant

Learn about supporting international grants.

Impact Report — Fall 2021

The Impact Report looks at the big picture of the Academy. See how we support you through advocacy, read about our success in positioning your expertise with the public, and learn more about the important benefits your membership offers you.

American Academy of Dermatology Association statement on FDA proposal for new sunscreen ingredient

Statement from Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 11, 2025) — The American Academy of Dermatology Association applauds the Food and Drug Administration for taking the first steps in more than two decades to provide more safe and effective sunscreen options to the

What role does commensal bacteria play in triggering autoimmunity in lupus?

Acta Eruditorum ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, January 1, 2019 In this month’s Acta Eruditorum column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Teri Greiling, MD, PhD, about

Voriconazole prophylaxis mandates cutaneous prophylaxis – and communication

The utilization of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) has been increasing dramatically. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration, 92,784 procedures were performed between 2010 and 2014.

How do I claim CME credits from the AAD Summer Meeting?

Asked and Answered ... August 1, 2021 This year, AAD Summer Meeting attendees have two options for claiming CME credit. ... To claim CME credit via the web: ... Make sure you have verified your attendance onsite. ... Log in to the CME claiming portal: ... Visit ... https://lms.aad.org/eval .

Self-care starts with skin care

Learn how Meena Reddy, BS, led the Boy Scouts in her community to open up and talk about their skin.

Free skin cancer screenings at a shelter for displaced and unhoused veterans

Stephanie Choi, a medical student at UMass Memorial Medical Center, sought to bring dermatology care to the underserved.

Advocacy Update Jan 27, 2026

The AADA urges Congress to back clinician-led data registries and relieve administrative burdens as it contemplates a successor to MIPS.

Educating our public — Educating patients through social media

Your patients are all over social media, and every day we educate nearly 300,000 individuals (and counting) on our @AADskin Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram platforms.

Going from student to teacher

Medical student Vanessa Ramos uses Good Skin Knowledge materials to teach local Girl Scouts about their skin.

Laser focus

Dermatologist experts discuss the latest advances in laser technology and offer tips on how to navigate the research and acquisition process ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, April 1, 2021 For the new dermatologist moving from residency to practice, or the established dermatologist simply seeking a challenge,

Managing melasma

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists discuss new understandings of the pathogenesis of melasma and emerging treatments ... Dermatologists discuss new understandings of the pathogenesis of melasma and emerging treatments ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer The emotional toll of melasma on patients

March 25, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 25, 2020 ... C MS extends 2019 MIPS reporting deadline DW Insights and Inquiries : The profound dermatological manifestations of COVID-19 – Part 2 Young Physician Focus : A legitimate

Support Skin Cancer Screenings

Your support of SPOT Skin Cancer™ is critical in reducing the incidence of skin cancer. Learn how you can get involved.

Managing dermatologic care in a COVID-19 hot zone

Dermatology World Weekly talks to Ronda Farah, MD, assistant professor in the department of dermatology at the University of Minnesota Medical School, about her efforts to collect emergency supplies for front line workers.

Ongoing best practices for HIPAA

Legally Speaking ... Daniel F. Shay, Esq., is a health care attorney at Alice G. Gosfield and Associates, P.C. ... By Daniel F. Shay, Esq., March 1, 2024 DermWorld covers legal issues in "Legally Speaking." This month’s author, Daniel F. Shay, Esq. is a health care attorney at Alice G.

May 19, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 19, 2021 ... Differentiating early squamous cell carcinoma from actinic keratosis DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Epidemic of melanoma or epidemic of scrutiny? AAD Board selects Keyvan Nouri, MD, MBA,

Focus on modifier 25

Cracking the Code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, September 2, 2019 Test your knowledge: Focus on modifier 25 ... Take the quiz to see if you're up

Regulatory, payer, and state advocacy

See resources on regulatory, payer, and state advocacy. The American Academy of Dermatology Association advocates on issues and prioritizes work on those that are most pressing and impactful for our membership.

Identifying illicit drug reactions

Dermatologists discuss the cutaneous signs of established and emerging illicit substances. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, May 1, 2024 It was a medical mystery. A long-term patient with a persistent skin finding and no known cause. ... "I had an individual who came to see me for

Vascular abnormalities in FFA, artificial intelligence, and Winston Churchill

Dilated, depressed frontal veins are a clinical sign of frontal fibrosing alopecia.

February 27

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July 3

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Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 6

Part six of the Academy's clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters. These clinical vignettes demonstrate how a single condition can be categorized under different categories of problem addressed during the encounter depending on disease severity and patient presenting circumstances at the time of

PDT for erosive pustular dermatitis of the scalp: Seeing the light (but reaching a different conclusion)

Erosive Pustular Dermatitis of the Scalp (EPDS) is a relative common condition, typically seen on the actinically damaged scalps of the elderly men. Lesions characteristically present as hyperkeratotic, crusted erosions with varying degrees of pustulation. Lesions may become secondarily infected.

Academy publications continue to top the charts!

We are your go-to source for navigating practice, policy, and patient care. Last year, we asked hundreds of members what they thought about the Academy’s flagship publication, DermWorld, and the results are in.

Public health programs

By communicating these key messages on public health programs, you can help position the specialty while increasing your credibility and raising the profile of your practice. Efforts include the skin cancer screening program, the shade structure program, Camp Discovery, and more.

Advocacy Update Apr. 8, 2025

AADA asks FDA to continue collaboration on AI-enabled medical devices guidance.

July 10

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AADA advocacy at a state level

From the President ... Dr. Taylor is the Academy’s former president. ... By Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, February 1, 2026 Taking care of dermatologists so that they can take care of their patients...and their practices Dear members, ... Advocacy is a key mission of the Academy. On the federal

Safety first

From the Editor ... Dr. Heymann is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . ... By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2026 Anyone who has taken a cruise knows the drill: Before heading to the pool, casino, or bar, you must learn to put on your life vest

Sweating over sweat gland carcinomas: Part 2 — Eccrine mucin-producing sweat gland carcinoma

Eccrine mucin-producing sweat gland carcinomas are low-grade malignancies that rarely metastasize. They are characterized by mucin and neuroendocrine markers. Immunostaining for insulinoma-associated protein 1 helps to secure the diagnosis.

Twenty years of imiquimod taking its toll on lentigo maligna — Where are we?

Read the February 12, 2020 DermWorld Insight and Inquiries on treating lentigo maligna.

Firefighter Skin Cancer Checks

The AAD’s Firefighter Skin Cancer Checks Program provides skin checks to firefighters, who are at elevated occupational risk. To reach firefighters, the AAD has partnered with the National Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) and needs the participation of member volunteers and state societies.

How Does Your Environment Affect Your Skin?

A dermatologist addresses the skin problems caused by bugs, plants and water creatures BOSTON, MA. (March 25, 2022) — Whether you are hiking in the woods, gardening, or swimming in a lake or ocean, the bugs, plants, and water creatures that you are exposed to can cause irritating skin conditions

I remember the first melanoma I ever saw

From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, September 1, 2021 I was a second-year dermatology resident, having somehow made it through my entire first year without ever seeing one. It was such a unique and rather awe-inspiring experience

Reflecting on 2018 with gratitude

From the President ... Dr. Olbricht served as Academy president from March 2018 to March 2019. ... By Suzanne Olbricht, MD, December 3, 2018 Legendary crooner Andy Williams may have said it best in his song, "It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year." Holidays aside, for me this time

From the editor

From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, June 1, 2018 There's a horse in the waiting room and your patient is convinced the blisters on his arm resulted from a run-in with a 15-foot weed. It must be summer.

April 10, 2024

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 10, 2024 ... Whey protein consumption and acne severity in men with acne DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Anticipating Iceland — Ice-pack dermatosis Derm Coding Consult : CMS creates permanent

Advocacy Update Oct 21, 2025

CMS reversed its decision to hold Medicare reimbursement payments. CMS has since indicated it will be processing and issuing payments in a timely manner.

Community

From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2021 So easy to take for granted, until it is gone. I think if we learned nothing else from the pandemic, we learned how valuable our communities are, and

The Academy’s impact

Through AAD humanitarian programs, we carry out our commitment to educate the public about healthy skin, hair, and nails in an effort to motivate them to take positive action in improving their quality of life, and in the case of skin cancer, save lives. Additionally, we recognize the importance our

Digging deeper into lupus erythematosus panniculitis

Read the May 5, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on lupus erythematosus panniculitis.

What’s up in Down syndrome?

Read the October 13, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on developments in Down syndrome.

Lightening the cutaneous and emotional burden of melasma: Cysteamine’s role

Read the February 9, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on cysteamine’s role in melasma.

Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 8

Part eight of the Academy's clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters.

Melanoma controversies

Screening, biopsy practices questioned as incidence rate increases ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer, September 1, 2021 At first glance, dermatologists would seem to be wildly successful in their decades-long effort to detect and remove cutaneous melanoma lesions before they can metastasize and become deadly. According to the

Acne: The drought is over

After years of recycling the same ingredients, dermatologists have novel acne treatments and formulations available — with more on the horizon. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, February 1, 2021 Over the past few years, an incredible amount of innovation has taken place for the treatment of

Pediatric diseases in disguise

Dermatologists discuss conditions that may be harder to diagnose in children. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, October 1, 2025 Despite years of rigorous training and experience, even the best dermatologists may miss a pediatric diagnosis, particularly for dermatologists who don’t see as many pediatric patients. Some

Sunscreens on trial

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists discuss the debate about the effects of sunscreen ingredients on the environment ... Dermatologists discuss the debate about the effects of sunscreen ingredients on the environment ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor Over the last 10 years,

March 9, 2022

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 9, 2022 ... Eight misconceptions about photoprotection in skin of color DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : IL-36 and generalized pustular psoriasis — L’chaim! Derm Coding Consult : Novitas revises shave

March 27

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Becker’s nevus: Mutations that shoulder responsibility

It is fascinating to review original articles. In 1949, Becker described two young men, aged 17 and 24, respectively, with “blotchy” brown pigmentation with dark hairs, on the shoulder region, first noting their lesions in their early to mid teens. Both patients had their lesions follow an intense sunburn, allowing

Pediatric melanoma: A wolf in sheep’s clothing

Despite its rarity, the incidence of pediatric melanoma (PM) has been increasing. Every practicing dermatologist, past or present, has been humbled or fooled by the clinical appearance of melanomas, examples being amelanotic or desmoplastic variants.

The Year in Review — aka ‘That was the Year That Was’

From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, February 1, 2022 2021…The first year of the third decade of the 21st century has ended. In retrospect, it was a year in limbo for many of us,

Education: At the core of the Academy

From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2021 Breaking news: thanks to Steve Feldman, I heard about a book, ... The Case Against Education, that basically debunks the value of education, castigating the

January 27, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Jan. 27, 2021 ... Can dermatology employers require employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Playing the field — Introducing tirbanibulin for actinic keratosis therapy DermWorld Young

August 17, 2022

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Aug. 17, 2022 ... Do dietary exclusions improve atopic dermatitis? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Promising therapeutic developments for cutaneous lupus erythematosus — Interfering with interferon Derm Coding Consult : Dermatology

January 21, 2026

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Jan. 21, 2026 ... Does finasteride lead to depression, suicide? DermWorld What’s Hot : A tool to modernize, personalize biologic dosing for psoriasis Misdiagnoses of hair, scalp disorders in patients with

March 4, 2026

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March. 4, 2026 ... Flutamide for hair loss DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Eosinophilic pustular folliculitis — Six decades of progress A novel application of punch excision therapy for keloids Migraine

We let everyone know. No one knows skin, hair, and nails like a dermatologist.

Traditional and social media efforts are paying off. The Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy has been a massive success. A multi-pronged approach to let the public know that only a board-certified dermatologist has the knowledge, experience, and experience necessary to treat skin, hair, and nail conditions, Your Dermatologist

Sweating over sweat gland carcinomas: Part 1 — Squamoid eccrine ductal carcinoma

Squamoid eccrine ductal carcinomas may be highly aggressive malignancies characteristically observed on the head and neck of older men. Biopsies must be deep enough to ensure that these lesions are not diagnosed as squamous cell carcinomas.

April 14, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 14, 2021 ... Pulsed dye laser versus ablative fractional CO2 laser for hypertrophic scars DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : LIDA rose the insulin requirement Actinic keratosis clinical guideline published Do

June 27

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A presidential viewpoint: “Nobody knew that benign vascular lesions of the lip could be so complicated”

Well, maybe not as befuddling as replacing Obamacare, but there may be occasional difficulties in diagnosing benign vascular lesions of the lip, with implications for appropriate therapy.

Looking back on a successful year

From the President ... Dr. Taylor is the Academy’s former president. ... By Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2026 Taking care of dermatologists so that they can take care of their patients...and their practices Dear members, ... It’s hard to believe that my term serving as your Academy

Melanoma: A family affair

It has now been 5 years since I was diagnosed with melanoma. Six years ago, my wife Ronnie found a tick on my back; when she noted a lesion in the same region a year later, I remember asking her “What did you find, another tick?” No, it was melanoma

Slivers of skin may diagnose silver hair syndromes

Simple tests may help distinguish the rare silver hair syndromes (SHS): Chediak-Higashi (CHS) and Griscelli (GS).

January 8, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / January 8, 2025 ... Topical finasteride with minoxidil vs. topical minoxidil alone for male-pattern androgenic alopecia DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The treatment of systemic juvenile xanthogranulomas matures Academy mourns the

6 curly hair tips from dermatologists

Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 30, 2022) — As people shed their winter hats in favor of warmer temperatures, letting their hair flow freely, having the right hair care routine is important. According to dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology, people with curly or tightly coiled hair

A tale of two disorders of hypopigmentation: The potential role of Cutibacterium acnes dysbiosis in progressive macular hypomelanosis and lichen striatus

The human (and skin) microbiome is intricately involved in health and disease. Recent studies suggest that dysbiosis may be pathogenic in disorders of hypopigmentation, such as progressive macular hypomelanosis and lichen striatus.

A new chapter in vitiligo management

Recent advances in vitiligo treatment and research open doors for physicians and patients. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2024 Since the Bronze Age, humans have recorded cases of vitiligo — and attempted to cure it. ... "3,400 years ago, ancient Indian texts called the ...

December 15, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Dec. 15, 2021 ... Female-pattern hair loss: Effect of bicalutamide on minoxidil-induced hypertrichosis DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Speculating on spicules — Our incomplete knowledge of trichodysplasia spinulosa DermWorld Young Physician

April 29, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 29, 2020 ... Derm Coding Consult answers COVID-19 telehealth coding FAQs DW Insights and Inquiries: Here comes summer (and sunscreen conversations)! Congress passes legislation to provide further COVID-19 relief funding

September 4, 2024

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / September 4, 2024 ... Most effective treatment for moderate-to-severe acne DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Periocular hypopigmentation of the elderly — A new POTUS dermatosis? Berdazimer gel in patients with molluscum

Is low-dose methotrexate associated with a higher risk of melanoma development?

Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, February 1, 2023 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Anita Wluka, PhD,

Medical research funding

Ask the Expert ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, August 1, 2021 DermWorld ... spoke to Jennifer Mangone, JD, manager of congressional policy for the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA), about the Academy’s advocacy efforts to support medical research funding. DermWorld: Advocating for medical research funding is a top

Augmented intelligence in dermatology

Answers in Practice ... By Swapna Pachauri, MPH, manager, Health Technology & Informatics, August 1, 2021 Each month DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. This month Swapna Pachauri, MPH, the Academy’s Health Technology & Informatics manager, discusses the potential role of augmented intelligence in dermatology. How does augmented

Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp must no longer be dermatology’s secret

As dermatologists, we get used to discussing disorders that are foreign to other physicians. A typical story would be someone with classic notalgia paresthetica whose primary care physician does not believe that cervical arthritis is responsible for the maddening scapular pruritus. “My doctor never heard of such a thing!” patients

September 10, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Sept. 10, 2025 ... Most effective monotherapy for androgenetic alopecia DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Twenty-first century pellagra Is there an association between JAKis and malignancy risk in alopecia areata? PRP

Dermatology evaluation and management (E/M) service code utilization

This information can be used as a benchmark to compare your individual practice utilization of E/M service codes to the national Medicare utilization data. This comparison will assist you in determining whether your E/M coding practices make you an outlier when compared to the Medicare national utilization pattern of other

Community outreach toolkit: Skin Cancer Checks Program

A toolkit of information on the Academy's Skin Cancer Checks Program for state societies to get involved in AAD community engagement programs.

National healthy skin month: dermatologists provide tips on caring for your skin, hair, and nails

Board-certified dermatologists remind patients that skin, hair, and nail care routines are a key to health ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 25, 2022) — In recognition of National Healthy Skin Month in November, board-certified dermatologists are providing their top tips for caring for your skin, hair, and nails. ... These seven tips

A seasoned approach to treating the “salt and pepper” dyspigmentation of systemic sclerosis

Read the Feb. 1, 2023 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on treating the “salt and pepper” dyspigmentation of systemic sclerosis.

Demodectic eruptions: More than you mite have imagined

Read the April 26, 2023 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on Demodectic eruptions. Although the precise role of Demodex mites remains to be defined in disorders such as rosacea, these mites could play a role in other diseases, the most under-recognized possibly being so-called pigmented demodicidosis.

Optimizing melasma management

Experts discuss treatment strategy, new insights into pathogenesis, and emerging therapies. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Senior Editor, March 1, 2026 Pigmentary disorders represent some of the most common cutaneous concerns globally. In the U.S. alone, melasma affects more than 5 million people (doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2010.12.046). ... While primarily a cosmetic

The nexus of VEXAS syndrome

Read the December 1, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on VEXAS syndrome.

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July, 28 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 28, 2021 ... OTC hair growth therapies for skin of color patients DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Putting a finger on the diagnosis of Achenbach syndrome Celiac disease: Which skin

Do skin cancer rates differ by transplanted organ type and patient age?

Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2023 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Lee Wheless, MD,

Your Academy’s educational content is unmatched.

From the President ... Dr. Desai served as Academy president from March 2024 to March 2025. ... By Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2024 Dear members, ... I hope everyone is enjoying their summer. I’m sure a lot of you reading this have kids who wish their summers

April 9, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 9, 2025 ... Finasteride: Risk of depression and suicide? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Till death do us part — Love, marriage, and cutaneous oncology Adding oral minoxidil to standard

May 7, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 7, 2025 ... Low-dose oral minoxidil vs. combination therapy with dutasteride or finasteride DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Getting a head up on cutaneous scalp malignancies Academy mourns the passing

June 4, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 4, 2025 ... Are nail products safe? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : High-dose vitamin D may be a ray of sunshine for treating sunburn Fatty acid supplements and atopic dermatitis?

Mpox: Caring for skin

For individuals who have developed lesions from a mpox infection, care should be taken to ensure lesions heal properly with minimal scaring. Though data on lesion healing in mpox infections is limited, information on wound healing in general, as well as care for similar skin lesions form other infections, can

Caring for patients with disabilities

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to stay compliant with ADA guidelines while treating patients with disabilities ... How to stay compliant with ADA guidelines while treating patients with disabilities ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor In July 2020, the Americans with Disabilities

Coding for office visit evaluation and management (E/M) in 2021 and beyond: Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Dermatology practices are encouraged to use these examples to get familiar with and understand how to apply the new coding guidelines. The 2021 office and other outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) coding guidelines were used to determine the appropriate E/M level of service.

Advances in dermatopathology

Dermatopathologists discuss the latest trends and developments in dermpath. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, November 1, 2023 The field of dermatopathology is experiencing much growth and change. From how to use PRAME to aid in determining whether a lesion may be malignant, to digitizing glass slides

August 12, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / August 12, 2020 ... Treating trichotillomania: Beyond antidepressants DW Insights and Inquiries : Mogamulizumab for CTCL — Targeted therapy and immunotherapy crossing paths 2021 Medicare fee schedule rewards cognitive work, but

March 15, 2023

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 8, 2023 ... Topical cetirizine with minoxidil vs. minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : A checkup on immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced subacute cutaneous lupus DermWorld Young Physician Focus

Rejecting preconceived notions of squamous cell carcinomas in patients experiencing transplant rejections

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Time for a Churchillian approach to idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis?

I lost my enthusiasm for treating idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis (IGH) long ago. Sir Winston would not have been proud. Perhaps it is time to reconsider some options for treating IGH.

This month's news from across the specialty

What's hot ... November 1, 2021 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Craig Burkhart, MD, MPH, MSBS, FAAD Health care support workers (phlebotomists, medical assistants, licensed practical nurses, nursing aides, and medical secretaries) are essential

What's hot?

What's hot ... October 1, 2019 In this monthly column, members of  ... Dermatology World 's Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... MALLORY ABATE, MD Should dermatologists be familiar with the effects of climate change? The answer is yes. In July’s issue of  ...

This month’s news from across the specialty

What’s hot ... April 1, 2024 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Mallory Abate,MD, FAAD Melasma is a phenotype of photodamage with a complex and multifaceted etiology involving UV radiation, visible light, hormones, and genetics,

This month’s news from across the specialty

What’s hot ... February 1, 2025 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Craig Burkhart, MD, MS, MPH, FAAD The Nation’s Health by the American Public Health Association published a ... special report on improving health

CMS releases 2025 third and fourth quarter NCCI edits

Derm Coding Consult ... By Tiffany E. McFarland, RHIT, CPCD, CRCR Analyst, Coding & Reimbursement, March 1, 2026 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in DermWorld ... Coding Consult. Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . CMS has released the third and fourth quarter updates to the

Improving the patient experience pre-visit

Answers in Practice ... By Megan Bennett, Staff Writer, March 1, 2026 DermWorld ... talks with Harrison Nguyen, MD, MBA, MPH, FAAD — managing director/chief investigator at Harrison Dermatology & Research Group in Houston — about cultivating patient relationships before they walk into your practice. DermWorld: Tell us about your

This month's news from across the specialty

What's hot ... August 1, 2021 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Craig Burkhart, MD, MPH, MSBS, FAAD Journalists at ... Kaiser Health News and The Guardian have collaborated on a program called " ...

March 19, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 19, 2025 ... Association between actinic keratosis treatments and use of antihypertensives? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Mastering dermatology Laser and energy treatments for acne scarring Efficacy of upadacitinib vs.

What's coming down the psoriasis pipeline?

Experts break down emerging treatment options and what they can offer patients and physicians ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, August 1, 2021 While a permanent, perfect solution for psoriasis remains elusive, treatment advances over the past decade have helped dermatologists and their patients get one step closer

Beef tallow for eczema: Grade A prime or just another bum steer?

Dermatologists must take the bull by the horns and inform patients that beef tallow for eczema is far from being an optimal moisturizer.

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December 2, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Dec. 2, 2020 ... Surgical vs non-surgical interventions for basal cell carcinoma DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Pigmented onychomatricoma — Avoid getting nailed by misdiagnosis Derm Coding Consult : Coding for

What's hot?

What's hot ... July 25, 2019 In this monthly column, members of ... Dermatology World 's Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Edward W. Cowen, MD, MHSc ... In a recent study published in the ... Journal of the American Medical Association , investigators at

This month’s news from across the specialty

What’s hot ... March 1, 2024 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Bryan Carroll, MD, PhD, FAAD Palliative medicine assists patients with balancing their goals of care with multiple physicians. The shared decision-making with patients

Screening firefighters for skin cancer

First Person ... By Christine Kannler, MD, FAAD, October 1, 2022 DermWorld’s ... First Person column offers Academy members the opportunity to share their personal reflections about how dermatology is changing and how they’ve adapted. Christine Kannler, MD, FAAD ... My brother was a firefighter in Chelsea, Massachusetts, an instructor

This month’s news from across the specialty

What’s hot ... March 1, 2026 In this monthly column, members of the  DermWorld ... Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   Harry Dao Jr., MD, FAAD Injectable biologics remain the gold standard for achieving optimal clinical responses in psoriasis, but fear of injections leads many

This month’s news from across the specialty

What’s hot ... September 1, 2023 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Craig Burkhart, MD, MS, MPH, FAAD The HPV vaccine is a safe and effective method of preventing cancer, but parental hesitancy toward vaccine

The H syndrome – Understanding Y

Read the April 15, 2020 DermWorld Insight and Inquiries on H syndrome.

July 8, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 8, 2020 ... Chilblains and COVID-19: Is there an association? DW Insights and Inquiries : Et tu, ibrutinib? How to treat nail lichen planus during the COVID-19 pandemic CMS publishes

When modifier 59 is not enough

Some Medicare contractors have generated LCDs specifying treatment frequency coverage limits for actinic keratoses and/or coverage criteria for benign lesion removals. The LCDs are readily accessible on your Medicare contractor’s website.

A spotlight on hidradenitis suppurativa

HS experts discuss the latest therapeutic and procedural updates to optimize disease management. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, July 1, 2025 For many years, hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) has been an understudied disease that was poorly understood, making treatment difficult. While there is still much to be

Measles

Are we headed for an epidemic? ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, Contributing Writer, August 1, 2025 Dermatologists routinely treat viral rashes, but they may not be familiar with the particular cluster of symptoms associated with measles. That’s because the disease was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000.

Coding and documentation — Your best defense

Derm Coding Consult ... By Faith C. M. McNicholas, RHIT, CPC, CPCD, PCS, CDC, Senior Manager, Coding and Reimbursement, October 1, 2025 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in DermWorld ... Coding Consult. Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . Accurate and thorough documentation in the medical

Getting down to brass tacks

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatology World unlocks the basics of physician entrepreneurship ... Dermatology World unlocks the basics of physician entrepreneurship ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Inspired by your entrepreneurial colleagues who were featured in the August issue of ... Dermatology

Symbiotic societies

State dermatology societies foster local insight, specialty unity, and collective power ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, Contributing Writer, April 1, 2022 What do you get when you enable networking, advocacy, education, leadership development, and community volunteerism on a state level? A state dermatology society. ... "State societies provide a

A potentially effective itsy-bitsy therapy for spider angiomas: Topical timolol

Spider angiomas are common lesions that may be secondary to underlying conditions, notably pregnancy or chronic liver disease. Although destructive modalities such as lasers are highly effective, topical timolol may be a valuable option for those who prefer a nonsurgical approach to therapy.

When to see red in linear erythronychia — Malignant onychopapilloma

Read the June 29, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on linear erythronychia — Malignant onychopapilloma.

Can topical ketoconazole tip the scales for acne vulgaris?

Read the October 21, 2020 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on topical ketoconazole and acne vulgaris.

This month's news from across the specialty

What's hot ... February 1, 2020 In this monthly column, members of  ... Dermatology World 's Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... EDWARD COHEN, MD, MHSc Apremilast, an oral inhibitor of phosphodiesterase 4, was approved in 2014 for the treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic

Successful documentation tips that withstand an audit

Derm Coding Consult ... By Cynthia Stewart, CPC, CPMA, COC, CPC-I, August 1, 2021 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in Derm Coding Consult. ... Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . The core purpose of documenting the services and procedures that dermatologists and non-physician clinicians (NPC)

July 5, 2023

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 5, 2023 ... Petroleum jelly: Safety, myths, and misconceptions DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Reflections on reflectance confocal microscopy for diagnosing benign lichenoid keratoses Managing CLE with JAK inhibitors Homelessness

Best practices for social media

Each major social media platform has its own benefits and culture, so you can choose what is best for you. Use the tips offered here to get you started on each platform.

Pathway to reducing medical errors

Although the overall error rate may be low, there are specific areas and opportunities to further reduce errors in the diagnostic pathway. Being vigilant and recognizing steps prone to errors facilitates detecting errors before any potential harm comes to the patient.

Mental health cases in pediatric dermatology

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss the cutaneous manifestations of Munchausen by proxy, child abuse, and eating disorders ... Experts discuss the cutaneous manifestations of Munchausen by proxy, child abuse, and eating disorders ... By Barbara Boughton, contributing writer While most dermatologists

Forming ranks

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... On the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, dermatologists stand with their medical colleagues to help where most needed ... On the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, dermatologists stand with their medical colleagues to help where most needed ...

June 2, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 2, 2021 ... Acne and enthesitis: Is there an association? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Touching on contact pemphigus and pemphigus-like eruptions due to imiquimod Derm Coding Consult : Applying

JAAD

Putting muscle into isotretinoin laboratory testing isn’t chopped liver! The newest frontier for biologics and psoriasis may be adherence Progress for progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy A ‘pregnant pause’ is necessary before concluding on the obstetric risk of vitiligo Dermatologists cannot be lax about acquired cutis laxa Congenital juvenile xanthogranulomas: Born to

Components of evaluation and management 2

Cracking the Code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, June 1, 2018 Test your knowledge: Components of evaluation and management 2 ... Take the quiz to see if

Fear not the knife

Experienced dermatologists offer insights and encouragement to perform advanced cosmetic surgeries. ... Feature ... By Laura Vernaci, Contributing Writer, October 1, 2025 When it comes to the skin, less is more and safer is better. In some cases, surgery is the only option, and this requires advanced education and extra

Voluntary repayments and false claims liability

Legally Speaking ... Daniel F. Shay, Esq., is a health care attorney at Alice G. Gosfield and Associates, P.C. ... By Daniel F. Shay, Esq., March 1, 2026 Every month, DermWorld ... covers legal issues in "Legally Speaking." This month’s author Daniel F. Shay, Esq., is a health care attorney

March 17, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 17, 2021 ... COVID-19 in melanoma patients DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Hoops and happiness — Having the courage to take a shot DermWorld Young Physician Focus : Forging ahead

The appropriate dermatologic response when considering the capillary malformation-arteriovenous malformation syndrome: Fast flow to referral

The diagnosis of the Capillary Malformation-Arteriovenous Malformation (CM-AVM) syndrome should be recognized by vascular lesions surrounded by pallor. Although the prognosis is excellent for most patients, the risk of associated central nervous system AVMs mandates diagnostic confirmation and appropriate imaging assessment.

Tailor-made care

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss the benefits of personalized treatment plans for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa ... Experts discuss the benefits of personalized treatment plans for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) was once

More than skin deep

Dermatologists discuss cutaneous complications of tattoos — and their complex regulatory status. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, July 1, 2024 Humans have been tattooing since the Stone Age. The oldest discovery to date of tattooed human skin is on the body of Ötzi the Iceman, dating back

January 26, 2022

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Jan. 26, 2022 ... Allergens in hand sanitizers DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Eccrine syringofibroadenoma — Sweating over the details Derm Coding Consult : Applying 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday

Mogamulizumab for CTCL: Targeted therapy and immunotherapy crossing paths

Read the August 12, 2020 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on mogamulizumab for CTCL.

Anticipating Iceland: Ice-pack dermatosis

Ice-pack dermatosis (IPD) usually presents on the lower back and buttocks as painful erythematous papules and plaques. Avoidance of ice packs is the cornerstone of therapy for this disorder.

Dupilumab: The first year

When introduced as dermatologist to a new acquaintance, I’m sure you have heard: “Dermatology is a great field – you don’t cure anybody, so they keep coming back!” Trust me. It’s no joy to see patients with recalcitrant, severe, life-altering, debilitating diseases such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, recalcitrant mycosis fungoides, et

CPT: Who are they, and why are they doing this to me?

Derm Coding Consult ... By Alexander Miller, MD, FAAD, AAD Representative to AMA CPT Advisory Committee, June 1, 2022 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in DermWorld Coding Consult. Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . Do you bill insurers electronically for your dermatology medical services and

What's hot?

What's hot ... August 23, 2018 In this monthly column, members of the ... Dermatology World Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD ... Are you over-checking labs for your acne patients on isotretinoin? An article from the ... JAAD’ s Best of

What's new in dermatology?

Experts break down diagnoses you didn't know about 10 years ago ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2022 The history of medical diagnosis traces back to ancient Egypt, where the first recorded examples can be found in the writings of Imhotep dating 2630–2611 BC. In the

Sulzberger Institute Grant

Learn more about the Sulzberger Institute Grant. Proposals that focus on technology-based teaching applications that are novel and cutting-edge, and also further clinical education in dermatology, are encouraged. The number of awards and grant amounts is contingent upon the quality of the applications received.

One size does not fit all

Dermatologists discuss considerations and complexities in caring for older adults with skin cancer. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, February 1, 2024 In the same way that children cannot be treated as little adults, older adults (65+ years old) cannot be treated the same as younger adults.

Lending a helping hand to our patients with Dupuytren’s disease

Read the Oct. 26, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on Dupuytren’s disease.

Does the burden of atopic dermatitis vary by age, race, ethnicity?

Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, December 1, 2019 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH,

June 28, 2023

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE/ June 28, 2023 ... A beneficial botanical extract for actinic keratosis? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Dermatologic ergonomics — Straighten up and fly right FDA approves alopecia areata treatment in adults and

A near miss

Dermatologists discuss patient safety issues in procedural dermatology. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, December 1, 2024 The 2000 landmark report by the Institute of Medicine, ... To Err Is Human: Building a Safer Health System ushered in the patient safety movement in the modern era, bringing

More than just poison ivy...

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Identification and treatment of hazardous plant exposures ... Identification and treatment of hazardous plant exposures ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist For most, knowledge of hazardous plants is limited to the phrase, “leaves of three, leave them be.”

September 25

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Recognizing toxic epidermal necrolysis-like acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus ASAP

Read the November 10, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on recognizing toxic epidermal necrolysis-like acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

The ironclad promise of ferroptosis

Read the Jan. 25, 2023 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on the ironclad promise of ferroptosis.

Nonepidemic Kaposi sarcoma: The fifth dimension

By Warren R. Heymann, MD Oct. 16, 2019 Vol. 1, No. 32  ... For more than a century, since first described in 1872 by Moritz Kaposi* as "idiopathic multiple pigmented sarcoma," dermatologists focused on classical Kaposi sarcoma (KS) — violaceous patches, plaques, and tumors on the lower extremities of

The 21st Century Cures Act: What a difference a day makes

The Information Blocking Rule (IBR) of the 21st Century Cures Act has been in effect for four years. The impact of this rule is being assessed, and suggestions to improve its implementation will be forthcoming.

Skin and hair legislation: What’s happening?

Experts offer a primer on what dermatologists should keep their eyes on. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, February 1, 2023 On the heels of the start of the 118th U.S. Congress — which marks the first Republican House-Democratic Senate split in a decade — lawmakers and federal

Casting a wider net

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Will a new health care option for veterans expand access to dermatologic care? ... Will a new health care option for veterans expand access to dermatologic care? ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor The U.S. Department of Veterans

JAKne is on the horizon

Read the July 27, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on JAK and acne.

Aquagenic pruritus and polycythemia vera: Still valid (and mysterious) after all these years

Although most often idiopathic, aquagenic pruritus should trigger a work-up for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN), particularly polycythemia vera.

Metastatic uveal melanoma: Tebentafusp unobfuscated

Tebentafusp, a novel ImmTAC (immune mobilizing monoclonal T-cell receptors against cancer) approved for treating metastatic uveal melanoma, has a high incidence of cutaneous adverse reactions ranging from acute toxicity to depigmentation.

Olmsted syndrome patients can finally put their foot down

Read the January 20, 2021 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on Olmsted syndrome.

The naked truth about total body skin examination: A lesson from Goldilocks and the Three Bears

By Lorraine L. Rosamilia, MD Nov. 13, 2019 Vol. 1, No. 36 In my last 13 years of immersion in dermatology, I have often asked this simple yet elusive question of my superiors, my colleagues, and myself: Which patients need skin checks? As I peruse my clinical schedule, in which

The vexing verruciform xanthoma

Read the February 24, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on verruciform xanthoma.

Eosinophilic pustular folliculitis: Six decades of progress

DermWorld Insights and Inquiries ... By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2026 Vol. 8, No. 3 Eosinophilic pustular folliculitis (EPF) is a quizzical disorder. In 1965, Ise and Ofuji described the case of a 42-year-old woman who "repeatedly developed crops of small pustules on the face, the trunk,

HIV 40th anniversary: An oral history

Reflecting on dermatology’s contributions to the investigation and treatment of HIV/AIDS ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, June 1, 2021 As the world continues to wrestle with the aftershocks of COVID-19, this June marks the 40th anniversary of another deadly virus. Since its first identification in the summer

Promising therapeutic developments for cutaneous lupus erythematosus: Interfering with interferon

Read the Aug. 17, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on cutaneous lupus erythematosus and interferon.

Caring for older patients during COVID-19? What you need to know.

DW Weekly talks to Daniel Butler, MD, co-founder and co-chair of the Academy’s Geriatric Dermatology Expert Resource Group about caring for older patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eyebrow-raising complications of microblading

Microblading is a new and increasingly popular technique primarily used for eyebrow restoration. As with all procedures, practitioner knowledge and experience will help minimize attendant risks.

Medical dermatology

Topical retinoid therapy for acanthosis nigricans: In the thick of it Rituximab and dermatomyositis: Dr. Samitz would be proud The naked truth about total body skin examination: A lesson from Goldilocks and the Three Bears Getting the gist of GIST cutaneous hyperpigmentation disease I never wanted chaperones — until now

Benzene in consumer products

What dermatologists and patients should know. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, April 1, 2025 From dry shampoo to acne medication — benzene, a known human carcinogen, has been detected in multiple cosmetic and cutaneous products over the past several years. ... The International Agency for Research on

Spotlight on Sub-Saharan dermatology

U.S. dermatologists share lessons learned from across the globe ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, January 1, 2021 While the U.S. health care system is far from perfect, many dermatologists and their patients are not struck by the financial burden of a simple biopsy — or even access

A game of Jenga

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How will the outcomes of the midterm elections affect health care policy? ... How will the outcomes of the midterm elections affect health care policy? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor It seems like only yesterday the

The treatment of systemic juvenile xanthogranulomas matures

Advances in genetics and molecular biology have identified pathways confirming the usefulness of targeted therapies such as dabrafenib and alectinib in those patients with systemic juvenile xanthogranulomas harboring specific mutations in BRAF or ALK translocations, respectively.

IL-36 and generalized pustular psoriasis: L’chaim!

Read the March 9, 2022 DermWorld Insights and Inquiries on IL-36 and generalized pustular psoriasis.

Your Dermatologist Knows

An update on the Academy’s successful consumer positioning strategy. ... Feature ... By Matt Walsh, Specialist, Member Communications, December 1, 2025 2026 will be the fourth full year of the Academy’s revolutionary push to position board-certified dermatologists as the experts in skin, hair, and nail health. Since launching in October

Focus on the FDA

Where do things currently stand on issues that concern dermatologists? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, September 1, 2021 Since its founding in 1906 during Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency, what is now known as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been tasked with protecting America’s public health

Tackling itch

Understanding and treating chronic itch ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, April 1, 2022 Itch, or pruritus, is a common symptom (and condition) that is considered one of the 50 most prevalent conditions worldwide — an estimated 15% of the population suffers from chronic pruritus. Speak to

Getting physical

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Does a physician's relationship to fitness affect patient care? ... Does a physician's relationship to fitness affect patient care? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor  ... A physician’s job, pared down to its most simplistic form,

A mixed bag

A burgeoning style of dermatologic care that combines traditional medicine with evidence-based alternatives is taking shape ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, August 1, 2021 As a child, Peter Lio, MD, FAAD, was an enthusiast for all things mysterious — telepathy, Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster. Despite

First 100 days: Contain COVID-19

Dermatologists will likely have to wait before the Biden administration turns its attention to health care issues impacting the specialty. ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer, March 1, 2021 The novel coronavirus will dominate the Biden administration’s health care agenda in 2021. Depending on how quickly the COVID-19

Support system

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists step in to treat cutaneous side effects of cancer treatments so patients can complete their therapy ... Dermatologists step in to treat cutaneous side effects of cancer treatments so patients can complete their therapy ... By Ruth

An appetite for healthy skin

Can diet affect dermatologic health? Experts weigh in on the evidence. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, November 1, 2020 You are what you eat — more than just a mantra, the phrase encapsulates a growing public desire for food-based solutions to targeted health outcomes. However, mixed media

Aiming to hit the target in cutaneous granulomatous diseases

DermWorld discusses the latest treatment strategies for granulomatous skin diseases, and clinical advice for how to manage patients in the absence of approved therapies. ... Feature ... By Heidi Splete, Contributing Writer, February 1, 2026 Approved treatments for granulomatous skin diseases are lacking, but a growing number of case series

What's new in pediatric dermatology?

Experts break down diagnoses you didn't know about 10 years ago ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, April 1, 2022 The world looked different in 2012, particularly in the world of medicine. Among the many changes of the last decade, new diagnoses have emerged within the field of

23andDermatology

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What are the dermatologic implications of direct-to-consumer DNA tests? ... What are the dermatologic implications of direct-to-consumer DNA tests? ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Spit, swab, drop DNA in the mail. Since genetic tests were first offered

First responders

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Exploring dermatology's role in identifying and treating public health trends ... Exploring dermatology's role in identifying and treating public health trends ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist The world is a dangerous place. The health impact of natural

Keeping up

Dermatologists discuss the various methods for staying current with the latest medical research ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer, August 1, 2021 With an estimated 33,000 peer-reviewed, English-language, scientific journals and more than 3 million articles published each year, it’s no wonder that staying current with the medical

Glow up

How can dermatologists counsel teens, tweens, and their parents on safe skin care practices? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, February 1, 2025 With the growing popularity of beauty influencers and viral skin care routines, social media is playing an integral role in shaping how people care for

On the offense: Workplace safety

Experts discuss common occupational hazards in dermatology and how to mitigate risks and avoid penalties. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, March 1, 2026 Nonfatal occupational injury and illness rates for health care workers are among the highest of any industry. Health care workers face a wide

Practicing during a pandemic

How has COVID-19 impacted dermatologists and their patients? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, May 1, 2021 While the ongoing national vaccine rollout has offered a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel, COVID-19 isn’t over yet. More than a year has passed since the first

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