and joined the MJH Life Sciences team in April 2021. She graduated from Kent State University in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a minor in sociology. Linda used to work as a creative writer for 

 and was a technical writer/regulatory specialist/purchasing agent at GM Industrial before coming on to the team. She enjoys reading, traveling, and learning new perspectives. You can reach her at 

Articles

The Skin of Color Society released an article detailing its 2021 achievements, containing what the society considers its most active and successful year.  

SOCS 2021 Achievement Highlights

Long underserved by a narrow armamentarium, patients with pigmentary disorders could soon see a new wave of oral and topical solutions to treat even the most challenging cases. 

New Drugs, Devices Could Revolutionize Pigmentary Treatment 

Morgan Petronelli is an associate editor for 

and joined the MJH Life Sciences team in December 2019. She graduated from Youngstown State University in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a minor in political science. Prior to graduating, Morgan worked as the editor-in-chief of her college newspaper. She went on to work as an assignment editor at a broadcast news station in Youngstown, Ohio before joining 

She enjoys working out, listening to music, and playing with her dog Scout. You can reach her at 

Podcasts

This episode of The Cutaneous Connection podcast, sponsored by Incyte, explores the world of vitiligo. From symptoms to current treatment dissatisfaction and the latest research, Pearl Grimes, MD, FAAD, explains where we are now with this pigmentary disorder and where we are headed.

The Cutaneous Connection: Deep Dive Into the World of Vitiligo

Ms. Hester is Content Specialist with Contemporary OB/GYN and Contemporary Pediatrics.

Treating dermatologic conditions in skin of color requires cultural awareness and sensitivity, in addition to being aware of how presentation may differ. 

Pearls for Treating Dermatologic Conditions in Skin of Color

Videos

In this exclusive video interview with Dermatology Times, Michael Gold, MD, tells us about his session at the New Frontiers in Cosmetic Medicine and Medical Dermatology Symposium. 

The Latest in Scar Treatment

Racial disparities in antibiotic prescription also influence treatment decisions.

Acne in Skin of Color: It’s All About PIH

Armand Butera is the assistant editor for 

. He attended Fairleigh Dickinson University and graduated with a degree in communications with a concentration in journalism. Prior to graduating, Armand worked as the editor-in-chief of his college newspaper and a radio host for WFDU. He went on to work as a copywriter, freelancer, and human resources assistant before joining 

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Investigators reported a significant difference in the expansion rate of the skin lesion area in patients with vitiligo in just 3 months of treatment.

Early Systemic Glucocorticoid Treatment Suggested Vitiligo

Investigators write that methods such as dermatoscopy can result in early recognition of unstable patches and lead to appropriate medical treatment for patients with vitiligo.

Serial Assessment of Vitiligo Patches Results in Early Recognition

A new study showed about half of all vitiligo patients from a care system were burdened with the sleeping disorder.

Pigmentary Disorders