Two Cases Shed Light on Rare Algae-Related Wound Infection
Cases appear linked to a species in U.S. lakes, but researchers believe overall risk is very low
Rush University Adds Patient Scores to Doctor Profiles
Scores based on 30 or more patient surveys completed in one-year period
Major Health, Cost Burden for U.S. Patients With Eczema
U.S. adults with eczema spent over $29 billion in out-of-pocket health costs in 2012
Research Measures Perceptions of Physician Compassion
Patients perceive higher level of compassion among physicians who provide a more optimistic message
February 2015 Briefing – Dermatology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Dermatology for February 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Hospital Design Has Little Effect on Patient Satisfaction
Aesthetics aren't as important as care from doctors, nurses, and staff, researchers note
Laser at 924/975 + Curettage Best for Axillary Hyperhidrosis
Best results on starch test scale, Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale with combined laser, curettage
ASPS: Cosmetic Procedures Increased 3 Percent in 2014
15.6 million cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2014
AMA: Key Steps for Minimizing Liability Risk in Telemedicine
Include defining minimum requirement necessary for establishing doctor-patient relationship
Sun Damage to Skin Can Continue After Dark
Chemiexcitation is a slow process; "an evening-after" sunscreen possible prevention
