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Aesthetic Dermatology
Pandemic took a cut of cosmetic procedures in 2020
The number of minimally invasive procedures dropped by 16%, compared with 2019.
Feature
Who can call themselves ‘doctor’? The debate heats up
Does context matter?
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Moderna announces first data showing efficacy of COVID-19 vaccine booster in development
The data "reinforce ... confidence that our booster strategy should be protective against these newly detected variants."
Conference Coverage
Patchy growth of TAVR programs leaves poorer communities behind
Hospitals in metropolitan areas and those serving wealthier patients were more likely to start programs, according to a new cross-sectional...
Feature
Doctors lose jobs after speaking out about unsafe conditions
“Physicians can’t effectively represent patients if they are always thinking they can get fired for what they say.”
From the Journals
Consider risk for Barrett’s esophagus after bariatric surgery
Rates of erosive esophagitis were also a concern, with increases of 13% each year following sleeve gastrectomy.
Latest News
Pfizer developing pill to treat COVID-19 symptoms
An oral drug could be taken at home and might keep people out of the hospital.
Conference Coverage
Psoriasis associated with an increased risk of COVID-19 in real-world study
Those treated with TNF-alpha inhibitors, methotrexate, and apremilast had statistically lower risks of COVID-19 vs. those on topical therapy.
FDA/CDC
CDC: Vaccinated people can mostly drop masks outdoors
It is a minor – but still significant – step toward the end of pandemic restrictions.
From the Journals
Two studies add to knowledge base of biosimilar use in psoriasis, HS
"This study concludes that, when switched to a biosimilar medication, patients do not have worse control of their psoriasis."
News from the FDA/CDC
Feds lift pause of J&J COVID vaccine, add new warning
The warning is directed at women under the age of 50.