Acne is one of the most common skin diseases, and nearly every individual will develop acne at some point in their lives. Treatment options range from OTC antimicrobials to prescription oral therapies, like isotretinoin. Hilary Baldwin, MD, Founding Director of the Acne Treatment and Research Center in Brooklyn, NY provides an overview of acne pathogenesis, gives insights on treatment selection, and shares tips to optimize topical treatment tolerability and outcomes. Plus, Alexa Hetzel, MS, PA-C talks sunscreens and Darren West, MPAS, PA-C addresses the importance of keeping up on new therapeutics.

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"Forever chemicals" have been in the news, and maybe they've been in your clinic. From skincare and makeup products to occupational gear and more, patients are exposed to PFAS, and there could be effects on their skin. Michelle Hure, MD, gives an overview of forever chemicals and key considerations in the dermatology clinic. Plus, Linda Stein Gold, MD shares an update on topical rosacea treatment and, for STI Awareness week, Ted Rosen, MD discusses why clinicians need to get candid.

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Fungal nail disease can be challenging to diagnose and treat, especially when patients have concomitant diseases that can cause nail dystrophy. DERM faculty member April Armstrong, MD, MPH provides practical guidance on the diagnosis and management of nail disease. Also in this edition, DEF Founder Joe Gorelick, MSN, FNP-C reveals the 2024 Contact Allergen of the Year and DEF Advisory Council Member Andrea Nguyen, PA-C talks skincare.

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