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News from the FDA/CDC
FDA cancels or postpones meetings amid COVID-19 concerns
Thus far, only a few Center for Drug Evaluation and Research events on the FDA's meeting webpage are listed as being canceled or postponed.
Latest News
Coronavirus outbreak prompts cancellation of AAD annual meeting
The AAD is looking into “virtual meeting options” to provide content that was scheduled to be presented at the meeting.
From the Journals
Antifungal drug appears safe for pregnancy
Neither topical nor oral terbinafine was associated with an increased risk of major malformation or spontaneous abortion.
Case Letter
Cutaneous Collagenous Vasculopathy
Cutaneous collagenous vasculopathy (CCV) should be in the differential diagnosis of widespread telangiectases. Biopsy is needed to differentiate...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA, FTC uniting to promote biosimilars
As part of their collaboration, the two agencies will be sponsoring a public workshop on March 9 to discuss...
Conference Coverage
Hyperhidrosis treatment options include glycopyrrolate
LAHAINA, HAWAII – Alarm bells can go off when a patient with anticholinergic therapy–induced mydriasis presents to an emergency department without...
Make the Diagnosis
Asymptomatic, erythematous papules on the neck
A healthy 65-year-old white female presented with asymptomatic, erythematous papules on her neck, which she has experienced previously.
Case Letter
Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody Vasculitis Induced by Hydralazine
Hydralazine-induced antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody vasculitis (HIAV) is a rare side effect that may develop in...
News
‘Antibacterial’ soap labels still list banned ingredients
Banned substances such as triclosan still commonly appear on online product descriptions, researchers found after searching the National Drug Code...
Original Research
Dermatology Residency Applications: Correlation of Applicant Personal Statement Content With Match Result
This study analyzed personal statements from applicants to a dermatology program at a major academic institution to identify common themes and...
News from the FDA/CDC
ACIP updates recommendations for adult vaccines
The update includes changes regarding the administration of the influenza, HPV, hepatitis A and B, meningitis B, and PCV13 vaccines.