The COVID-19 Pandemic and Its Skin Effects

    August 2021 in “ Canadian Family Physician ”
    Anthony R. Zara, Patrick Fleming, Kyle Lee, Charles Lynde
    Studysummary This review examines the increase in dermatologic conditions related to COVID-19, highlighting direct viral effects, PPE-related issues, and stress-related exacerbations, but reports no new clinical findings.
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