Teaming With a Partner Ups Efficacy of Melanoma Self-Exams
Melanoma survivors benefited when they and a partner were trained in spotting malignancies
Electronic Record Demands Are Overwhelming Many Physicians
Survey found those who have to use EHRs/CPOEs report more burnout, job dissatisfaction
Lymphoplasmacytic Infiltrate Seen in Syphilis, HIV Co-Infection
Skin biopsies show moderate to extensive infiltrate; quantity of treponemes linked to CD4 count
Health Care Workers’ Gloves Strong Source of Contamination
Clear evidence that gloves of health care workers contaminate hospital surfaces with bacteria
Derms Seek Minimally Invasive Rx Mostly From Other Derms
Dermatologists usually have MICP after residency, by experienced physicians in private practice
Patients Face High Hospital Bills Despite Having Insurance
Average out-of-pocket fee for privately insured adults topped $1,000 in 2013
2017 Will Bring Premium Rate Increases Under ACA
Experts say increases will mostly affect people who get modest subsidies or no financial assistance
Decrease in Nevus Biopsies With Total Body Photography
Decreased age, male gender, family history of melanoma linked to biopsy rate after TBP
High Glycemic Index/Load Diet Linked to Acne Vulgaris
Patients with acne also have significantly lower serum adiponectin levels than healthy controls
CDC: Alternative Medicine a Booming Business in U.S.
More than $30 billion paid out-of-pocket for acupuncture, yoga, chiropractic care, supplements
