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Pemphigus, Bullous Pemphigoid Risk Increased After COVID-19 Infection
"This potential dual benefit of vaccination should be a key message in public health campaigns and clinical practice," the study authors wrote.
Commentary
Comment on “Erythrodermic Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris Following COVID-19 Vaccination”
We read with interest the case report from Abdelkader et al1 (Cutis. 2024;113:E22-E24) of a 32-year-old man who received the...
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How Safe is Anti–IL-6 Therapy During Pregnancy?
Transient neonatal cytopenia was the only possible adverse outcome that could be related to anti–IL-6 therapy.
Case Letter
Anti-Smith and Anti–Double-Stranded DNA Antibodies in a Patient With Henoch-Schönlein Purpura Following COVID-19 Vaccination
Dermatologists should be vigilant for Henoch-Schönlein purpura despite negative direct immunofluorescence of IgA deposition and unusual antibodies...
Conference Coverage
New mRNA Vaccines in Development for Cancer and Infections
Different forms and designations of mRNA vaccines are used, depending on the application and desired effect.
Original Research
Risk for COVID-19 Infection in Patients With Vitiligo
A diagnosis of vitiligo may alter the body’s immune response to COVID-19 infection.
Feature
Federal Trade Commission Bans Noncompete Agreements, Urges More Protections for Healthcare Workers
But dissenting commissioners dispute the FTC’s authority to broadly ban noncompetes.
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Immunomodulators Do Not Affect COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy
SMIs and biologics do not reduce efficacy of COVID-19 vaccination, study finds.
Case Reports
Dermatologic Reactions Following COVID-19 Vaccination: A Case Series
Herpes infections and urticarial reactions can be associated with COVID-19 vaccination, regardless of the delay in onset between the injection and...
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Mixing Paxlovid With Specific Immunosuppressants Risks Serious Adverse Reactions
The EMA has warned that Paxlovid should only be administered alongside tacrolimus, ciclosporin, everolimus, or sirolimus if their blood levels can...
Feature
Five Bold Predictions for Long COVID in 2024
If even one of these comes true, long COVID sufferers could enjoy some much-needed relief.