Dermatology news

Melanoma skin cancer incidence rates have soared since 2004 by almost 50% with the highest rate increases seen in men, according to the latest figures released by Cancer Research UK.

New research by Epaderm has found that parents will use 65 litres of emollient over the course of their child’s eczema – enough to paint a house twice over.

New research has underscored the importance of early detection and treatment of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, in ensuring that patients have the best possible chance of survival.

Children whose parents are actively involved in managing their eczema see greater results, a new survey commissioned by Epaderm and carried out in partnership with talkhealth has revealed.

A new report by the Patients Association has highlighted the lack of dermatological training and support available for GPs, and the resultant disconnect between the care the 2 million people living with psoriasis in the UK and Ireland need, and what they currently receive.

A new tool to help primary and secondary healthcare professionals improve eczema management for patients has been launched.

The first fixed-combination, cutaneous foam spray for the once-daily topical treatment of all extents of plaque psoriasis for patients who are 18 years or older has been launched in the UK.

Scientists have come up with a questionnaire they say should help doctors diagnose prosopagnosia, more commonly known as 'face blindness'.

A genetically engineered herpes virus can halt the progression of skin cancer by killing cancer cells and sparking the immune system into action against tumours, a landmark clinical trial has shown.