American Academy of Dermatology Highlights Skin, Hair and Nail News

BOSTON, MA--(Marketwire - July 29, 2009) - The American Academy of Dermatology is holding the Summer Academy Meeting 2009, its annual summer scientific meeting, in Boston, July 29 - August 2, at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street. Anticipated attendance is more than 4,000. World-renowned leaders in the field of dermatology will present information on the latest research in the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair and nail conditions.

Scientific News

This kit features some of the news and research that will be presented during the Summer Academy Meeting 2009, including:

-- Estrogen Getting Cool Reception from Dermatologists for Mixed Results in Improving Appearance of Skin

-- Alternative Therapies for Fighting Eczema Hold Promise, But Dermatologists Caution They Are No Substitute for Proven Medical Treatments

-- Is Your Hair Taking a Break? Dermatologists Can Help Women Get to the Root of Hair Loss

-- Hormonal Therapies Offer Effective Solutions for Many Adult Women with Acne

-- Consumer Alert: Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Procedures Should Not Be Taken Lightly

-- Dermatologists Shed Light on Common Pigmentation Problems and Solutions in Skin of Color

-- American Academy of Dermatology Issues Updated Position Statement on Vitamin D

-- American Academy of Dermatology Commends Reclassification of Tanning Beds as Carcinogenic

For more information about the meeting, please contact the Academy's Communications Department at (847) 330-0230. Media planning to attend the Summer Academy Meeting 2009 must register on-site in the Academy Press Registration Kiosk located in the Level 2 Lobby. The Press Registration Kiosk phone number is (617) 954-2597.

Headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. With a membership of more than 16,000 physicians worldwide, the Academy is committed to: advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails. For more information, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.

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Contact Information: Contacts: Jennifer Allyn (847) 240-1730 Kara McFarland (847) 240-1701 Allison Sit (847) 240-1746