Emerging research on the role of nutrition in skin aging is one of the timely and impactful topics that will be discussed at the 2026 American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting, held March ...

Two new officers and four new board members will be installed upon the conclusion of the 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology. The officers and board members are all ...

Chicago-based board-certified dermatologist Murad Alam, MD, MSCI, MBA, FAAD, will begin his one-year term as president of the American Academy of Dermatology at the close of the AAD’s Annual Meeting.

So many things that touch our skin can irritate it or cause an allergic reaction, leading to an itchy and sometimes painful rash. When this happens, you have contact dermatitis. If you can find and ...

What is acne keloidalis nuchae? It’s a common skin condition, which is often mistaken for acne or razor bumps on the back of the neck and scalp. Without proper treatment, acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) ...

Find out why dark spots appear and what can fade them. If you have what feels like razor bumps or acne on the back of your neck or scalp, you may have acne keloidalis nuchae. Find out what can help. A ...

ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 16, 2025) — The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is aware of the FDA’s recent safety communication regarding potential risks associated with certain uses of radiofrequency ...

Many people who have genital herpes never notice any signs or symptoms. A mild case can cause a few herpes sores that are often mistaken for pimples or ingrown hairs. Because genital herpes often ...

When treating a ringworm infection, it’s important to use an anti-fungal medicine. To get the best results and prevent the infection from spreading to other areas of your body, dermatologists ...

Rosacea patient before and after 2 laser treatments: After treatment (right), the many tiny blood vessels on this patient’s cheek cleared. If you have rosacea, laser or light therapy may be a part of ...

The American Academy of Dermatology gratefully acknowledges the support from Sanofi and Regeneron. If you have contact dermatitis, the right skin care and prevention strategies can help heal your skin ...