This is a *copy* of the American Academy of Dermatology newsletter...

PLEASE . . . DON'T TRY TO GET YOUR VITAMIN D FROM THE SUN
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is deeply concerned that recent
reports linking the health benefits of vitamin D to unprotected sun exposure
mislead the public about the very real dangers of sun exposure, the leading
cause of skin cancer. The number of people diagnosed with skin cancer continues
to rise. In 2003, more than one million new cases are expected to be diagnosed
in the United States alone, and approximately one person every hour will die
from melanoma—the most serious form of skin cancer. To find out more
about the importance of sun safety and how dermatologists recommend you get your
Vitamin D, read Vitamin D + Sunshine = Bad Medicine.


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GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR SHADE STRUCTURES
Do you know of a playground, pool or other outdoor area in your community that
needs some shade? The AAD is awarding shade structure grants for the purchase of
temporary and permanent shade structures, which are designed to provide shade
and ultraviolet protection for any outdoor area. For the grant criteria and an
application, visit the 2003 AAD Shade Structure Grant page.


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AUGUST IS HAIR LOSS AWARENESS MONTH
This August marks the third annual Hair Loss Awareness Month, and the focus in
2003 is to refute myths about hereditary hair loss – a condition
experienced by 80 million American men and women of all racial heritages and
ethnicities. If you are among the millions experiencing hair loss, be sure to
visit your dermatologist, the expert in skin, hair and nail conditions. For more
information about Hair Loss Awareness Month, effective treatment options and
general information about hair loss, see the August Patient Education page.


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SURFING THE INTERNET FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SKIN CONDITIONS?
The AAD’s SkinCarePhysicians.com Web site provides patients with
up-to-date information concerning the medical, surgical and cosmetic care of the
skin, hair and nails. To learn more about acne, aging skin, actinic keratoses,
eczema, melanoma, psoriasis and rosacea, visit SkinCarePhysicians.com.


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DERMATOLOGY INSIGHTS

Click here to read Dermatology Insights on-line, AAD's patient guide to healthy
skin, hair and nails http://www.aad.org/DermInsights/index.html


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