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Acne Vulgaris
Education programs may boost teens' knowledge about acne
March 9th, 2008
Both written handouts and computerized presentations with audiovisual components may be effective in teaching adolescents about acne, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Despite the number of teens with acne, substantial misunderstanding remains about its causes and treatment, the authors write as background information in the article. "Surveys of patients with acne in academic and community settings have revealed widespread misconceptions regarding acne’s pathogenesis, natural course and response to therapy," they continue. Surveys also indicate that many patients receive information about acne from...
Source: Pharma Investments, Ventures & Law Weekly (2008-03-09)
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