Diversity in Medicine
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New tech promises better blood oxygen readings on dark skin
Researchers in Texas are developing a “green light” technology for patients with darker skin.
Dx Across the Skin Color Spectrum
Squamous cell carcinoma
Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) develops from a malignant tumor of the keratinocytes, eccrine glands, or pilosebaceous units that invades...
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JAK inhibitors efficacious for atopic dermatitis in Asian patients, study finds
The Singapore study is one of the few that have examined the safety and efficacy of JAK inhibitors for treatment of AD in a non-White population...
From the Journals
Does racial bias taint the Apgar score?
Critics say the score’s skin component disadvantages neonates of color.
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The invisible effect medical notes could have on care
Doctors are more likely to use negative language when describing a Black patient than they are a White patient.
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Med students, doctor groups react to SCOTUS affirmative action ban
The opinion does not prohibit universities from considering how race has affected an applicant’s life.
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Few of those eligible get lung cancer screening, despite USPSTF recommendations
Fewer than 13% who are eligible get CT screening. Results highlight the need for education, Medicare coverage, and recognition of stigma’s role,...
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Tips for addressing uptick in mental health visits: Primary care providers collaborate, innovate
Clinical psychologist recommends primary care providers screen all adult patients for depression and anxiety.
Dx Across the Skin Color Spectrum
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects the kidneys, lungs, brain, and heart, although it is not limited...
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Halting active inflammation key in treating PIH
“Most of my patients come in not even worried about the acne. ... They come in wanting me to fix the dark spots,” says Seemal Desai, MD.
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Macular dermal hyperpigmentation: Treatment tips from an expert
Expert provides tips on treating some tough-to-treat dermatologic conditions: lichen planus pigmentosus, ochronosis, and drug-induced facial...