Many Hospitals Being Penalized for 30-Day Readmissions
Hospitals lobbying Medicare and Congress to account for patient sociodemographic factors
Photodynamic Tx Viable for Paget’s Disease on Scalp
Case report describes successful treatment for 86-year-old patient with EMPD on scalp
Guidelines Provided for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis Management
Individualization of treatment plans crucial, as well as communication with patients, caregivers
Topical Vitamin D May Ease CKD-Associated Pruritus
Significant improvement in skin dryness without major side effects
Factors ID’d for MAPK Treatment Outcome in Melanoma
Sex, serum lactate dehydrogenase level, BRAF genotype independently associated with survival
Case Report: Pediatric Nickel Dermatitis Caused by Belt Buckles
Report describes 12 children with peri-umbilical nickel dermatitis attributed to belt buckles
Nitric Oxide Nanoparticles Target Inflammation in Acne
NO-np clear P. acnes and inhibits microbial stimulation of immune response
FDA Approves New Topical Treatment for Rosacea
Finacea Foam is expected to be available by prescription only beginning in September
AMA Wants Doctor Input on EHRs, Meaningful Use
Doctors encouraged to share stories, e-mail Congress members
U.S. Health Spending Projected to Rise 5.8 Percent By 2024
Increase due to ACA coverage expansions, faster economic growth, population aging
