Two therapeutic options now available for treating severe alopecia areata in CanadaThe new drug Litfulo (ritlecitinib) has reached the Canadian market, while baricitinib (Olumiant) is now approved for alopecia areata and in a new higher-strength tablet. AI helps physicians diagnose skin disease, but not for darker skin tonesPhysicians need more training to better diagnose dermatological conditions in skin of colour. Case report: A red itchy rash everywhere A 23-year-old woman presented at a walk-in clinic with a peculiar rash that had emerged four days after a brief period of nasal congestion. Case report: Ringworm? Working in a walk-in clinic offers a unique perspective on medical care compared to family practice—as seen with a child's persistent rash Case report: On awakening Dr. Robert Dickson comes across a case that reminds us of a lot of the important aspects of medical care. QUIZ: Test your knowledge on varicose veins treatments and guidelines Venous disease is both chronic and common. How much do you know? Can nutriceuticals help fight acne? Study suggests some may help reduce the number of lesions. Case report: Is it shingles? A significant number of patients with dermatological issues at Dr. Robert Dickson's clinic are worried they might have shingles. Are topical steroids leading to osteoporosis and fractures? Taiwanese study says there is an increased risk, but findings may be overstated. How effective is herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine in the real-world setting? Study evaluates efficacy of one and two doses of recombinant zoster vaccine overall, by time since vaccination, age and immunocompromise status, and with a late second dose. First Previous 7 8 9 10 11 Next Last
