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dw0126-cover-170pxThe January issue of DermWorld is now available. This month check out:

  • Managing low morale in medicine
  • The role of GLP-1s in dermatology
  • 2026 CPT coding updates
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Jan. 7, 2026

Is beef tallow effective for dermatologic conditions?

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Authors of an article published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology examined the quality of claims made about beef tallow as a skin care product based on the available evidence. Read more.

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 Ezderm is bringing a bold new look — and exciting software updates — to the Annual Meeting.
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DermWorld Insights and Inquiries: Cannabis arteritis — Getting higher on the differential diagnosis list of ulcerative lesions

dwii010726-210pxIn 2022, nearly 22% of people had used the drug in the past year, with steep increases in the number of people 65 and older who use cannabis. Adverse dermatologic complications of marijuana use include allergic contact dermatitis, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and cannabis-induced arteritis (aka cannabis arteritis, CA). CA predominantly affects young male cannabis smokers without other cardiovascular risk factors. Vaping high-potency THC may cause CA. Clinically, claudication, Raynaud phenomenon, and superficial vein thrombosis may all precede digital ulceration. Keep reading!

GLP-1s in the adjunctive treatment of patients with HS

Authors of a Brief Report in JAAD summarized evidence regarding the potential role of GLP-1s in the management of hidradenitis suppurativa. Read more.

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Essential Patient Handouts for Every Visit from the AAD

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 Educate your patients and help build their confidence with a dermatologist-reviewed handout. Choose from 30+ titles including Skin Cancer, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis, and more. Plus, share our ABCDEs of Melanoma bookmark to further support patient understanding.

Efficacy of botulinum toxin A for melasma?

Authors of an article published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology evaluated the effectiveness of botulinum toxin A combined with a triple combination cream for treating melasma compared to the topical cream alone. Read more.

CMS opens data submission for 2025 MIPS performance year

CMS has opened the data submission period for Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) eligible clinicians who participated in the 2025 performance year of the Quality Payment Program. Read more.

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