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August 29, 2012

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Officials trace infections to tattoo ink

Health officials have identified a type of prediluted ink as the source of skin infections in tattoos that have been reported in four states. » More

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Melanoma drugs can cause unique adverse events

Several unique immune-related adverse events in patients receiving either ipilimumab or tremelimumab may require a multidisciplinary medical team to manage, researchers say. » More

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Resource Center: Melanoma: Advances in Diagnosis & Therapy

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21%

 

Percentage of adults in the U.S. who have at least one tattoo

Source: Harris Poll

IL-21 may prove effective in metastatic melanoma

Interleukin-21 demonstrated a significant overall response rate in first-line treatment of metastatic melanoma and warrants further examination, according to a new study. » More

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Resource Center: Eczema: Emollients, Counseling, and Care

Folic Acid Supplements Up Risk of Eczema.

Vitamin B3 fights, protects against MRSA

Nicotinamide, better known as vitamin B3, may be capable of combating some antibiotic-resistant staph infections that threaten public health globally, according to a study. » More

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Thyroid disease risk higher in vitiligo patients

The prevalence and risk of thyroid diseases are significantly higher among patients with vitiligo compared to those without the condition, according to a recently published study. » More

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