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Topical vitamin D may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for pruritus associated with chronic kidney disease

Topical Vitamin D May Ease CKD-Associated Pruritus

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Significant improvement in skin dryness without major side effects
For patients with metastatic melanoma treated with mitogen-activated protein kinase inhibitors

Factors ID’d for MAPK Treatment Outcome in Melanoma

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Sex, serum lactate dehydrogenase level, BRAF genotype independently associated with survival
Nickel dermatitis has been observed in a number of children whose symptoms resolved after avoiding contact with dimethylglyoxime-positive belt buckles. These observations have been published as a case report online Aug. 3 in Pediatrics.

Case Report: Pediatric Nickel Dermatitis Caused by Belt Buckles

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Report describes 12 children with peri-umbilical nickel dermatitis attributed to belt buckles
By slowing the release of nitric oxide using nanoparticles

Nitric Oxide Nanoparticles Target Inflammation in Acne

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NO-np clear P. acnes and inhibits microbial stimulation of immune response
A new prescription treatment for rosacea was approved on Monday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

FDA Approves New Topical Treatment for Rosacea

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Finacea Foam is expected to be available by prescription only beginning in September
The American Medical Association is encouraging clinicians to share their perspectives on electronic heath records and the meaningful use program.

AMA Wants Doctor Input on EHRs, Meaningful Use

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Doctors encouraged to share stories, e-mail Congress members
From 2014 to 2024

U.S. Health Spending Projected to Rise 5.8 Percent By 2024

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Increase due to ACA coverage expansions, faster economic growth, population aging
There is an increased risk of depression among women with psoriasis

Higher Risk for Depression With Psoriasis

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Findings among women with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis
Probiotic supplementation in pregnancy and early infancy can prevent infantile eczema

Probiotic Supplements May Help Prevent Infantile Eczema

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No significant difference for prevention of asthma, wheezing, or rhinoconjunctivitis
Topical retinoid exposure is not significantly associated with an increased risk of major congenital malformations

No Significant Pregnancy Risks for Topical Retinoid Exposure

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No significantly increased risk of major congenital malformations, spontaneous abortion, prematurity