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The future of skin longevity
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Taken any selfies lately? Dermatologist Zakia Rahman studies both the science of healthy skin and the effects of the exponential increase in skin images on self-esteem. As a result, skin health is linked to mental health, she says. It’s not about vanity, it’s about vitality, Rahman tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering’s The Future of Everything podcast.
Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your quest. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu.
Episode Reference Links:
- Stanford Profile: Zakia Rahman
- Stanford Center on Longevity
Connect With Us:
- Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Host Russ Altman introduces guest Zakia Rahman, a professor of dermatology at Stanford University.
(00:02:24) The Impact of Digital Technologies
How digital technologies and frequent image exposure affect dermatology and self-perception.
(00:03:40) Effects of Self-Image on Dermatology
Balancing vanity and vitality in modern skincare trends.
(00:05:05) The Role of Lasers in Dermatology
The use of laser technology in dermatology, including types and applications.
(00:08:44) Lasers in Skin Cancer Treatment
How laser technology aids in the treatment and prevention of skin cancer.
(00:10:11) Progress in Skin Cancer
The effectiveness of sun protection measures and how we can better prevent skin cancer.
(00:13:29) Effectiveness of Physical Sun Protection
The protective benefits of everyday clothing versus specialized sun-protective gear.
(00:18:56) Ethnic Differences in Skin Health
The differences in skin health and sun exposure effects across various ethnic groups.
(00:23:43) Aesthetic and Cultural Implications in Skin Care
How cultural perceptions of beauty intersect with skincare and overall health.
(00:26:08) Therapeutic Effects of Light
The potential skincare benefits of red light therapy and its popularity.
(00:28:55) Conclusion
Connect With Us:
Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website
Connect with Russ >>> Threads or Twitter/X
Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X
295 episoder
Manage episode 439750009 series 2712286
Taken any selfies lately? Dermatologist Zakia Rahman studies both the science of healthy skin and the effects of the exponential increase in skin images on self-esteem. As a result, skin health is linked to mental health, she says. It’s not about vanity, it’s about vitality, Rahman tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering’s The Future of Everything podcast.
Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your quest. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu.
Episode Reference Links:
- Stanford Profile: Zakia Rahman
- Stanford Center on Longevity
Connect With Us:
- Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website
- Connect with Russ >>> Threads or Twitter/X
- Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X
Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Host Russ Altman introduces guest Zakia Rahman, a professor of dermatology at Stanford University.
(00:02:24) The Impact of Digital Technologies
How digital technologies and frequent image exposure affect dermatology and self-perception.
(00:03:40) Effects of Self-Image on Dermatology
Balancing vanity and vitality in modern skincare trends.
(00:05:05) The Role of Lasers in Dermatology
The use of laser technology in dermatology, including types and applications.
(00:08:44) Lasers in Skin Cancer Treatment
How laser technology aids in the treatment and prevention of skin cancer.
(00:10:11) Progress in Skin Cancer
The effectiveness of sun protection measures and how we can better prevent skin cancer.
(00:13:29) Effectiveness of Physical Sun Protection
The protective benefits of everyday clothing versus specialized sun-protective gear.
(00:18:56) Ethnic Differences in Skin Health
The differences in skin health and sun exposure effects across various ethnic groups.
(00:23:43) Aesthetic and Cultural Implications in Skin Care
How cultural perceptions of beauty intersect with skincare and overall health.
(00:26:08) Therapeutic Effects of Light
The potential skincare benefits of red light therapy and its popularity.
(00:28:55) Conclusion
Connect With Us:
Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website
Connect with Russ >>> Threads or Twitter/X
Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X
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