Following a substantial number of votes cast by supporters in the dermatology field, one of the much-awaited events at the 2015 World Congress of Dermatology was the announcement of this year’s winners for theGalderma SKIN PACT Awards. Launched in autumn 2014, in partnership with the International League of Dermatological Societies …

The start of the World Congress of Dermatology in Vancouver this June is the perfect occasion for all of us in the field to come together and celebrate advancements in dermatology. The first World Congress of Dermatology – the WCD for insiders – was held in 1889 at the Saint-Louis …

We are on the home stretch of the Galderma Skin Pact Awards, which we launched in partnership with the ILDS (International League of Dermatological Societies) as part of our commitment to growing a responsible and sustainable dermatological community. The Expert Judging Panel of leading dermatologists had a difficult time shortlisting …

Our bodies are home to some 100 trillion microorganisms, bacteria, viruses and fungi – known collectively as our microbiome. This microbiome, which is present both inside and outside the body, is inherited from the mother and stays with us for life. Surprisingly, it is unique to every one of us, …

Nearly 90 years ago, penicillin first demonstrated its dramatic effects in patient health outcomes (1), but there is now a serious and increasing problem of antibiotic resistance that affects all fields of medicine, including dermatology (2). In fact, this problem is so serious that on September 18, 2014, President Obama …

In July of this year, I attended the first Summit on Active Ageing and Healthy Skin in Manchester and I promised to update you on the latest outcomes and actions following this important event. The Summit brought together leaders from all different sectors, who are united in their collective vision …

In June last year, the G8 Science Ministers met in London in order to address one of the most pressing health concerns facing the world today: antimicrobial resistance. We are all aware of this “major health security challenge of 21st century” and we understand how it has happened, but are …

It must not be easy being in the public eye – even when you have chosen to be. Imagine not being able to go and buy your newspaper without cameras flashing or journalists hounding you. I recently read about a remarkable young woman, Chantelle Young, who is set to become …

I recently attended the first Summit on Active Ageing and Healthy Skin. The event was hosted by Manchester City Council, Manchester University, the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS), the Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA), and was supported by Galderma. As skin health has been identified as a critical component …

Perhaps no one knows the challenges and complexity of psoriasis better than Alan Menter MD, President of the National Psoriasis Foundation1. Dr. Menter, a global expert on psoriasis, has devoted his career to improving the quality of life of patients with both psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and was instrumental in …

I have often wondered what it is like to get a tattoo.

When was the last time you made an appointment to see a specialist? In some countries, there is such a lack of specialists that patients sometimes wait two to four months – or even longer – to see one. As current demographic trends show that a greater number of people …

I have often wondered what it is like to get a tattoo. Tattooing has been around for centuries and has been in and out of fashion several times. Tattoos were traditionally carried out manually, by cutting the designs into the skin and rubbing the wound with ink, ashes or other …

With its exclusive focus on dermatology and innovation, Galderma has established its reputation as a medical solutions provider with doctors, pharmacists and other healthcare providers. Under Nestlé’s leadership, we will be able to expand this medical heritage and portfolio even further, so that we can respond to the full spectrum …

Some people have a lucky number, which could be the day they were born, or a number which won them a prize. Others have a favorite song, which perhaps reminds them of their youth, or of a special moment in their lives. I have a lucky color. It all started …

Healthcare providers interested in skin health constantly wonder how to better meet the needs of people with dermatological conditions and what their healthcare practice will look like in the future.