By John EvansApr 3, 20202 min readMore genes involved in Vit D production identified“This study has implicated several new skin-related genes that impact on our vitamin D status—distinct from skin colour which affects our ab
By Bianca QuijanoSep 24, 20182 min readAzathioprine associated with cutaneous SCC diagnosis“We recommend all physicians give appropriate advice on UVA avoidance including year-round sun protection for their patients on azathioprine
by John EvansApr 27, 20182 min readPhone app accurately tracks UV exposureFindings suggest a smartphone app is a good platform for determining sun exposure, and that the accessibility and low cost of the system wou
by John Evans, Associate EditorAug 25, 20172 min readUV treatment for severe psoriasis, eczema, reduces medication needsRoutine prescription of narrow-band ultraviolet (UV) light therapy for severe psoriasis and eczema could reduce the need for oral and...
Derm CityJun 10, 20162 min read207 nm UV kills MRSA, safe for skin tissue in vivoMRSA bacteria - photo courtesy NIH/Tim Sandle, PhD In vivo trials have shown that far-band, 207 nm ultraviolet (UV)-C light is as...