May 2019 Briefing – Dermatology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Dermatology for May 2019. This roundup includes the latest...
ACP Issues Position on Response to Physician Impairment
Rehabilitated doctors should be reintegrated into practice as long as patient safety not compromised
Lupus Manifestations Appear to Differ by Race, Ethnicity
Increased risk for severe manifestations seen among blacks, Hispanics, and Asians/Pacific Islanders
CDC: Reported Measles Cases Reach 971
With continued outbreaks, CDC says U.S. risks losing measles elimination status
High Costs Associated With Physician Burnout in U.S.
Nationally, about $4.6 billion in costs are related to physician turnover, reduced clinical hours
Reading Visit Notes May Improve Medication Management
Patients say note reading helps them understand why meds are prescribed, makes them feel in control
Eczema-Related School Absences Higher Among Blacks, Hispanics
3.3 percent of children missed at least six days of school in six months due to their skin condition
Women’s Facial Moisturizers Cost More Per Ounce Than Men’s
Facial moisturizers marketed to women are more than $3 more per ounce, despite similar ingredients
Clinical Drug Diversion Costly to Health Care Organizations
Report finds 47.2 million doses lost due to health care worker misuse and theft in 2018
Homemade Sunscreen Recipes Commonly Shared, Offer Low Protection
Interest in natural products includes homemade sunscreen, which offers insufficient sun protection
