Summer is in full swing and we hope you are enjoying it with family and friends. As we spend more time outdoors, it’s an opportune moment to revisit a conversation we had with Zakia Rahman, a dermatologist who shared a number of helpful measures we can take to care for our skin. She reminds us that skincare is about more than vanity — it’s about vitality. We hope you’ll tune in again and enjoy.
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(00:00:00) Introduction
Host Russ Altman introduces guest Zakia Rahman, a professor of dermatology at Stanford University.
(00:01:57) The Impact of Digital Technologies
How digital media shapes dermatology and self-perception
(00:03:13) Effects of Self-Image on Dermatology
Balancing vanity and vitality in modern skincare trends.
(00:04:38) The Role of Lasers in Dermatology
The uses and types of laser technology in dermatology.
(00:08:17) Lasers in Skin Cancer Treatment
How laser technology aids in the treatment and prevention of skin cancer.
(00:09:44) Progress in Skin Cancer
Skin cancer prevention and the effectiveness of sun protection measures.
(00:13:02) Effectiveness of Physical Sun Protection
Guidance on protecting from UV damage using physical sun protection.
(00:18:27) Ethnic Differences in Skin Health
Differences in skin health and sun exposure across ethnic groups.
(00:20:30) Tanning: Protective or Problematic?
The science behind tanning and the skin’s role as an endocrine organ.
(00:23:16) Aesthetics and Culture in Skin Care
How cultural perceptions of beauty intersect with skincare and health.
(00:25:38) Therapeutic Effects of Light
Potential benefits of red light exposure from masks and sunsets.
(00:28:28) Conclusion
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