Archive - Skin Spectrum Weekly

Dermatoscopy for BCCs in skin of colour

Visual features of common skin cancer not obvious to the eye in darker skin types (Issue #501, 1,500 words, 8 minutes)

Jul 7 •

Interleukin 23 inhibition associated with lower incidence of CV risk factor type diseases

Today's report also covers palmoplantar pustulosis controlled trials, treating plaque psoriasis with tapinarof cream 1%, and more (1,600 words, 6…

Jul 2 •

June 2025

Resistance to various antibiotics in acne clarified

Today's report also covers isotretinoin, familial acne history, topical clascoterone, and more (1,500 words, 7 minutes, 10 seconds)

Jun 27 •

Decoding skin of colour: How melanosome and ceramide variations influence dermatologic pathology

Understanding unique structural and biochemical differences in skin of colour is key to accurately diagnosing and treating derm conditions in diverse…

Jun 23 •

Improving AD outcomes in Indigenous communities: Why culture and language matter

Dr. Carolyn Jack says overcoming communication barriers to support Indigenous patient education is key to improving outcomes (Issue #499, 1,400 words, 7…

Jun 16 •

The hidden toll of alopecia in Black women: New survey reveals emotional, social, and economic impact

Research sheds light on the profound QoL effects of hair loss—from emotional distress to disruptions in daily life and financial burden (Issue #248…

Jun 9 •

Dermatologic challenges in circumpolar regions

Travel and communication barriers experienced by Greenland’s Inuit population (Issue #247, 1,600 words, 8 minutes)

Jun 2 •

May 2025

Identifying the three highest skin priorities for Indigenous patients

AD, bacterial infections, diabetic skin disease have significant impact on remote and rural patient populations (Issue #246, 1,400 words, 7 minutes)

May 26 •

Still not seen: Representation in Canadian dermatology leadership lags behind

Survey of leaders reveals racial, ethnic minorities underrepresented at all levels of leadership (Issue #245, 1,300 words, 7 minutes)

May 12 •

Adult acne risk factors clarified

Today's report also covers atrophic acne scars, topical clascoterone, laser treatments, and more (1,400 words, 6 minutes, 20 seconds)

May 9 •

Advancing AI in dermatology: Enhancing virtual agents with visual and cultural diversity

Exploring the impact of ethnic and cultural representation in AI-driven dermatology training and practice (Issue #244, 1,400 words, 7 minutes)

May 5 •

April 2025

Melanoma in New Zealand Māori

Rising skin cancer rates, poorer prognosis, and gaps in data collection face the Indigenous population in New Zealand (Issue #243, 1,500 words, 7…

Apr 28 •

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