A recent study in JAMA Dermatology shows patients with severe psoriasis treated with biologic agents had reduced coronary artery disease progression. Click here to read the full article.
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A study (The Changing Face of Beauty: A Global Report) of 8,000 women across 16 countries showed 74% of women make the effort to look good mainly for themselves, with partners (37%) and friends (15%) having less an influence. General “beautification” (63%) is a bigger motivator than addressing the signs of aging (50%). When defining outer beauty, skin quality and complexion (56%) are as important to women as their body shape (56%). 65% of women agree that facial fillers are more socially acceptable than they were 5 years ago. The area of the face most women are interested in enhancing is under their eyes, with 66% specifically concerned about bags under their eyes.
Patient satisfaction with overall facial appearance increases by 28% with Botox injections into the frown lines according to the latest research published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. 57 patients were studied, and they believe they looked an average of 5.6 years younger after injection.
Whether its learning about how psoriasis affects skin of colour, listening to the risks and benefits of certain types of therapy, or hearing patients recount their journeys with psoriasis, there is something here for everyone touched by the condition. Listen in on the Layer by Layer Podcast series now. You just might uncover something new. Layer by Layer podcasts feature dermatologists, nurses, and patients talking about real issues in psoriasis.
“According to the Canadian Cancer Society, melanoma is the seventh most common cancer in Canada, and rates are on the rise, especially among young women.”
Dr. Anatoli Freiman recently quoted in Canadian Living, discussing about the myths & misconceptions of melanoma (skin cancer).
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Dr. Anatoli Freiman has recently published an article in the latest issue of Canadian Skin, “You’re never too young for skin cancer.” Talking about the different types of skin cancer there are, and how you can take preventive measure. Click here to read the full article!
A recent study published in the International Journal of Dermatology showed that dark chocolate when consumed in normal amounts for 4 weeks can exacerbate acne in male subjects with acne-prone skin. Both comedonal (blackheads & whiteheads) and inflammatory (papules, pustules) acne were made worse by eating dark chocolate. Two other recent studies showed that sweets, cake, & chocolate when consumed on a regular basis are associated with acne, and large epidemiological studies have demonstrated that milk and diets with a high glycemic index also worsen acne.
Our own award-winning dermatologist Dr. Benjamin Barankin was recently quoted in The Kit discussing acne in “Here’s how to banish adult acne for good.” Click here to read!
Our renowned dermatologist Dr. Benjamin Barankin is on the Physician Advisory Board of the very widely read The Medical Post newspaper, and he was recently profiled – Check it out here!
