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June 13, 2012

SKIN CANCER

New patch treatment destroys facial tumors

New Delhi — Researchers in India report they have developed a radiation spot treatment for basal cell carcinoma (BCC) that destroys facial tumors without surgery or major radiation therapy in 80 percent of patients in a small study. » More

Vismodegib effective for multiple basal cell carcinomas

Oakland, Calif. — A new study has found vismodegib to be effective in shrinking and preventing the formation of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) in patients with basal cell nevus syndrome (BCNS). » More

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Childhood neglect increases skin cancer risk

Columbus, Ohio — A new study suggests patients with basal cell carcinoma (BCC) who experienced a recent, severe stressful life event and who experienced childhood emotional abuse are more likely to have poorer immune responses to the disease. » More

Clinical Dermatology

Scientists discover origin of Langerhans cells

Singapore — Scientists at Singapore Immunology Network say they have determined the origin of a group of immune cells in the skin that act as the first line of defense against harmful germs and skin infections. » More

INDUSTRY NEWS

ABMS sets board certification time limits

Chicago — The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and its member boards have established limits to the number of years that can elapse between a physician’s completion of residency training and achievement of board certification. » More

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