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What Dermatologists Say Are the Biggest Barriers to Adherence
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Dermatologists presenting at the American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting in March discussed what they see as the biggest reasons acne and rosacea patients don’t stick with their prescribed treatments.
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Dermatologists presenting at the American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting in March discussed what they see as the biggest reasons acne and rosacea patients don’t stick with their prescribed treatments.
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Tips for Looking and Feeling Great at Summer Weddings
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Summer weddings mean fun, family, great food, and even better weather. They can also come with a whole buffet of common rosacea triggers. Here are some tips to help you have a worry-free event.
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Summer weddings mean fun, family, great food, and even better weather. They can also come with a whole buffet of common rosacea triggers. Here are some tips to help you have a worry-free event.
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Track Triggers With National Rosacea Society’s Updated Rosacea Diary
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The National Rosacea Society today announced it has introduced an updated version of the “Rosacea Diary,” a booklet containing diary pages to help patients identify and avoid their personal rosacea triggers – such as certain foods, weather, physical activity and skincare products. The updated diary streamlines and modernizes the design for ease of use and incorporates a new and more robust checklist.
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The National Rosacea Society today announced it has introduced an updated version of the “Rosacea Diary,” a booklet containing diary pages to help patients identify and avoid their personal rosacea triggers – such as certain foods, weather, physical activity and skincare products. The updated diary streamlines and modernizes the design for ease of use and incorporates a new and more robust checklist.
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Tips for Talking About Rosacea
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A recent NRS survey found that 70% of respondents with rosacea feel uncomfortable at parties, and 75% said it negatively affected their workplace interactions.
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A recent NRS survey found that 70% of respondents with rosacea feel uncomfortable at parties, and 75% said it negatively affected their workplace interactions.
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New Study Indicates a Healthy Plant-Based Diet May Lower Rosacea Risk
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Numerous studies have looked at the role of individual dietary triggers, such as spicy foods, hot drinks, and foods rich in histamine or cinnamaldehyde.
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Numerous studies have looked at the role of individual dietary triggers, such as spicy foods, hot drinks, and foods rich in histamine or cinnamaldehyde.
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Take Advantage of Modern Management Options During Rosacea Awareness Month
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When the National Rosacea Society (NRS) was founded in 1992, rosacea was considered a rare disease and there was only one FDA-approved treatment.
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When the National Rosacea Society (NRS) was founded in 1992, rosacea was considered a rare disease and there was only one FDA-approved treatment.
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New Survey Explores the Impact of Sleep on Rosacea
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Sleep quality makes a big impact on one’s health — but what about its impact on rosacea?
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Sleep quality makes a big impact on one’s health — but what about its impact on rosacea?
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Rosacea Awareness Month to Highlight Wide Range of Management Options
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The 1 in 20 Americans who suffer from rosacea have more treatment options than ever before — but most patients don't take advantage of the full range of ever-increasing therapy options, experts say.
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The 1 in 20 Americans who suffer from rosacea have more treatment options than ever before — but most patients don't take advantage of the full range of ever-increasing therapy options, experts say.
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AI for Rosacea Diagnosis Shows Both Promise and Shortcomings
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According to the company OpenAI, over 230 million people ask ChatGPT about health problems each week. Several recent studies have investigated whether publicly available large language models (LLMs), including ChatGPT, can aid in the detection and diagnosis of dermatological conditions like rosacea, with varying results. The studies used a variety of methods to prompt AI models for diagnosis, including pulling photographs from online dermatological databases, taking patient photographs in a clinical setting, and using text descriptions copied from online forums.
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According to the company OpenAI, over 230 million people ask ChatGPT about health problems each week. Several recent studies have investigated whether publicly available large language models (LLMs), including ChatGPT, can aid in the detection and diagnosis of dermatological conditions like rosacea, with varying results. The studies used a variety of methods to prompt AI models for diagnosis, including pulling photographs from online dermatological databases, taking patient photographs in a clinical setting, and using text descriptions copied from online forums.
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National Rosacea Society Awards Grant for Rosacea Research
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The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has awarded funding for one new study as part of its research grants program to increase scientific knowledge about this once-poorly understood disorder. The program is now in its 26th year.
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The National Rosacea Society (NRS) has awarded funding for one new study as part of its research grants program to increase scientific knowledge about this once-poorly understood disorder. The program is now in its 26th year.
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Rosacea Therapy During Pregnancy May Be Challenging
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Although it can be a challenge to treat rosacea during pregnancy, there are several effective and safe treatments, according to a recent article reviewing the findings of 20 papers on the subject.
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Although it can be a challenge to treat rosacea during pregnancy, there are several effective and safe treatments, according to a recent article reviewing the findings of 20 papers on the subject.
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The Impact of Age on Rosacea: What You Need to Know
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Age has an impact on everyone’s health, and rosacea patients are no exception. But while age may be a factor in the disorder, it’s unwise to make any assumptions based on whether a rosacea patient is young or old. Here are a few facts and figures to keep in mind.
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Age has an impact on everyone’s health, and rosacea patients are no exception. But while age may be a factor in the disorder, it’s unwise to make any assumptions based on whether a rosacea patient is young or old. Here are a few facts and figures to keep in mind.
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Do Fungi Play a Role in Rosacea?
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It is well established that differences in the microbiome — the ecological community of microorganisms that live within and on the human body — plays a role in the development of rosacea and affect the severity of signs and symptoms.
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It is well established that differences in the microbiome — the ecological community of microorganisms that live within and on the human body — plays a role in the development of rosacea and affect the severity of signs and symptoms.
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Knife, Fork, or Spoon? Dr. Julie Harper’s Utensil Analogy
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Rosacea and restaurant rarely turn up in the same sentence, but Dr. Julie Harper, president and owner of the Dermatology and Skin Care Center of Birmingham, suggests imagining the condition’s symptoms as a “menu” requiring specific utensils for proper treatment. Dr. Harper compares the usual treatment process to visiting a nice restaurant, ordering a multi-course dinner — soup, salad, steak, potatoes, and dessert — and being told by your waiter you can choose a single piece of silverware to eat your meal.
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Rosacea and restaurant rarely turn up in the same sentence, but Dr. Julie Harper, president and owner of the Dermatology and Skin Care Center of Birmingham, suggests imagining the condition’s symptoms as a “menu” requiring specific utensils for proper treatment. Dr. Harper compares the usual treatment process to visiting a nice restaurant, ordering a multi-course dinner — soup, salad, steak, potatoes, and dessert — and being told by your waiter you can choose a single piece of silverware to eat your meal.
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Feel and Effect Work Together in Skin Care for Rosacea
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When it comes to skin care for rosacea, patient preferences are nearly as important as whether it works, according to Dr. Cheri Frey, assistant professor of dermatology at Howard University College of Medicine, at the 2025 Science of Skin Summit in Austin, TX in September.
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When it comes to skin care for rosacea, patient preferences are nearly as important as whether it works, according to Dr. Cheri Frey, assistant professor of dermatology at Howard University College of Medicine, at the 2025 Science of Skin Summit in Austin, TX in September.
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COVID-19 Infection or Vaccination May Trigger Rosacea in Some Cases
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A recently published study found that some people with rosacea may be at risk of a flare-up or worsened signs and symptoms as a result of being infected by COVID-19 — and to a lesser degree from the protective vaccine as well.
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A recently published study found that some people with rosacea may be at risk of a flare-up or worsened signs and symptoms as a result of being infected by COVID-19 — and to a lesser degree from the protective vaccine as well.
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Fending Off Fall Flare-Ups
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Autumn brings plenty of pleasantness, like cool breezes, brightly colored leaves, and fun outdoor events and activities. But no season is risk-free for rosacea patients.
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Autumn brings plenty of pleasantness, like cool breezes, brightly colored leaves, and fun outdoor events and activities. But no season is risk-free for rosacea patients.
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From Flare to Flow: Stress Relief for Rosacea Relief
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This week’s guest blogger is Dr. Keira Barr. As a dual board-certified dermatologist and somatic trauma practitioner, Dr. Barr created the Center for Mind Skin Medicine to help rosacea patients calm the storm beneath the surface by addressing the stress, frustration, and invisible weight rosacea can carry.
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This week’s guest blogger is Dr. Keira Barr. As a dual board-certified dermatologist and somatic trauma practitioner, Dr. Barr created the Center for Mind Skin Medicine to help rosacea patients calm the storm beneath the surface by addressing the stress, frustration, and invisible weight rosacea can carry.
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New Survey Reveals the Physical Discomforts of Rosacea
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While rosacea is known primarily for its visible signs, such as persistent redness, the overwhelming majority of sufferers also experience unseen effects of the disease.
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While rosacea is known primarily for its visible signs, such as persistent redness, the overwhelming majority of sufferers also experience unseen effects of the disease.
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Rosacea in Older People: Less Common or Underdiagnosed?
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Does rosacea become less of an issue as we age? Or is it just less commonly diagnosed? Two recent studies aim to shed light on this puzzling phenomenon.
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Does rosacea become less of an issue as we age? Or is it just less commonly diagnosed? Two recent studies aim to shed light on this puzzling phenomenon.
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Beyond Sunscreen: Sun Protection Besides Lotions
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Summer is here! While most welcome the sun’s warmth and brightness, many rosacea patients have to think twice about going outside for fear of a flare-up.
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Summer is here! While most welcome the sun’s warmth and brightness, many rosacea patients have to think twice about going outside for fear of a flare-up.
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Be Cautious with Skin Care Trends and Rosacea
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Social media helps new trends spread like wildfire. All of a sudden, everyone seems to be doing some new dance or using a word you’ve never heard before!
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Social media helps new trends spread like wildfire. All of a sudden, everyone seems to be doing some new dance or using a word you’ve never heard before!
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New Study Finds Differences in the Skin Microbiome Between Rosacea and Similar Conditions
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Rosacea, steroid-induced rosacea and perioral dermatitis look very similar: all three conditions cause redness and bumps and pimples on the face.
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Rosacea, steroid-induced rosacea and perioral dermatitis look very similar: all three conditions cause redness and bumps and pimples on the face.
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