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What is the Incidence of IBD in Patients with Psoriasis?
March 19, 2019

Patients with psoriasis are at increased risk for other comorbid diseases that involve inflammatory processes. There have been studies that link psoriasis and Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), two forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). As progress has been made to understand the pathogenesis of both diseases, treatment options have expanded, including using

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Do Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Penetrate the Skin or Cause Skin Toxicity?

Zinc oxide is a very effective sunscreen and is used in both chemical and physical barrier sunscreens. The nanoparticle formulation (ZnO-NPs) helps minimize the appearance of zinc on the skin, so it is popular in cosmetic use. There are consumer concerns that nanoparticles may not be safe. A 2017 National Sun Protection Survey by Cancer

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Joe Monroe, the Founder of the SDPA, Discusses the Society’s Beginnings
March 18, 2019

Joe Monroe, PA-C, stopped by the Dermcast studios during the SDPA’s 16th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference 2018, held in Orlando, Florida, to discuss the history of the SDPA, and his role in establishing the Society.

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Jessy Ayala Discusses his Experience Volunteering at Camp Wonder
March 15, 2019

Jessy Ayala, PA-C, stopped by the Dermcast studios during the SDPA’s 16th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference 2018, held in Orlando, Florida, to discuss his experience volunteering at Camp Wonder last year on behalf of the Dermatology PA Foundation (DPAF). Interested in applying to be a volunteer for Camp Wonder 2019? Apply today with the DPAF!