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This review discusses the unmet supportive care needs of men and women experiencing chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new results, urging healthcare providers to tailor interventions to individual patient needs.

This study found that the type of reporter significantly influences the detection of cancer therapy-induced alopecia signals, highlighting differences in signal amplification between patients and healthcare professionals.

This study observed changes in dermatological disease incidence in a Brazilian town, with increases in conditions like sexually transmitted diseases and leprosy and decreases in others such as urticaria and superficial mycoses between 2003 and 2014.

This article reports that the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the Oncology Nursing Society have issued the first national standards for safe chemotherapy administration to improve patient care and reduce errors.

This study observed that 21.6% of oncology patients experienced dermatological side effects from anti-cancer drugs, with hair loss and skin pigmentation changes being the most common.

This study found that misinformation about breast cancer symptom management is highly prevalent on Instagram, with over half of the content deemed misleading, especially posts promoting unproven remedies, and commercial intent present in many posts, mainly created by influencers rather than healthcare professionals.

This collection of articles in AOGS includes findings on tetranectin as a possible prognostic marker for advanced ovarian cancer, and the effectiveness of tension-free vaginal tape for recurrent stress urinary incontinence.

In this publication, a collaborative group reviewed the role of dermocosmetics in cancer care and formulated recommendations for using these products to manage skin toxicities and minimize treatment interruptions associated with cancer therapies.

This scoping review aims to consolidate evidence on the experiences of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy in oncology facilities across sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting common physical, psychological, and social challenges and identifying under-researched areas for future study.

This review discusses the anticancer properties of ginseng, including its potential to alleviate chemotherapy side effects, and calls for more research on its mechanisms of action in various cancers.

This review provides a clinical guide for safely using dermo-aesthetic treatments to improve the quality of life for oncology patients dealing with treatment-related side effects, emphasizing the importance of consulting with an oncologist before undergoing such procedures.

This study found that the most significant negative emotional responses among cancer patients during consultations were related to treatment delays and the possibility of hair loss.

In this study, researchers found that chemotherapy-induced alopecia counseling and resource access are insufficient and influenced by socioeconomic factors such as employment, income, and education, underscoring the need for standardized education and improved resource availability to address disparities.

In this study, most surveyed physicians were aware of the meningioma risk linked to cyproterone acetate monotherapy, but many did not recall receiving updated safety communications.

This review discusses the preventable nature of many cancers due to modifiable risk factors and emphasizes the importance of preventive oncology in reducing the global cancer burden; it reports no new clinical results.

This article discusses qualifications and study requirements for board certification and subcertification in cosmetic surgery, and reports no new results.

This study identified key content for pharmacy professionals' education on handling cytotoxic drugs, highlighting training in aseptic techniques, PPE use, and spill management, and recommended developing guidelines with both theoretical and practical learning components to enhance their implementation.

This review found that 5α-reductase inhibitors (such as finasteride and dutasteride) effectively reduce prostate size and stabilize hair loss but are associated with sexual dysfunction; they remain essential treatments for BPH and androgenic alopecia, requiring tailored risk-benefit assessments.

This review analyzed clinical trials and guidelines on 5-α-reductase inhibitors (5-ARIs) and found these drugs significantly improve urinary symptoms in BPH and stabilize hair loss in androgenic alopecia, but may cause sexual dysfunction and gynecomastia.

In this review, 5α-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride were found to significantly reduce prostate volume and stabilize hair loss, but they also carry risks of sexual dysfunction, necessitating careful patient evaluation and monitoring.

This literature review underscores the need for healthcare professionals to address both the psychological and physical effects of breast cancer to improve patient quality of life.

Dermoscopy is useful for many health professionals, not just dermatologists, in improving skin condition diagnoses and reducing unnecessary biopsies.

This article reviews therapy-related hair disorders in oncology patients, detailing underlying mechanisms and potential management strategies, but reports no new clinical findings.

This study found that stem cells can temporarily act as non-professional phagocytes during hair cycle regeneration by clearing apoptotic cells through a process requiring local lipids and retinoids for activation, providing insights into their dual role in maintaining tissue integrity.

This review discusses genderqueer and non-binary identities and explores how mental health professionals can support these marginalized communities, but it reports no new findings.

This narrative review highlights that alopecia areata significantly impacts the psychological wellbeing of cancer patients, contributing to distress, anxiety, and depression, and underscores the importance of integrating dermatologic care with psycho-oncology to improve patient outcomes.

This source highlights the emerging field of psychodermatology, which examines the interplay between psychological factors and skin disorders, noting a historical lack of attention due to inadequate professional training and emphasizing the need for integrated care involving dermatologists, psychiatrists, and psychologists.

This volume is part of a series intended to educate plastic and reconstructive surgeons, residents, and other medical professionals, but the abstract does not report specific research findings.

New drugs for Alzheimer's and rheumatoid arthritis advanced, a Zika vaccine is in development, and there were business deals in anesthesia and oncology.

Experts discussed sedation, hair transplant techniques, and called for respectful professional communication.