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Telehealth Application Around Globe: First Derm

First Derm is a dermatology-based application founded in California, U.S.A. Created in 2014, the application now reaches 160 countries and has garnered over 300,000 active users. It can be downloaded on both Android and Apple devices. The app focuses on providing expert skin information to people within 24 hours starting from just $29.95 for a consultation. Riding the wave of AI technology and mHealth (mobile solutions), First Derm is securing its position as a reliable online mobile dermatologist, given that the app is making revenue of $1.9M per year. Using just a camera and an internet connection, one can upload pictures of their skin condition on First Derm Skin Image Search™, which will then run it through its database and come up with an answer. The common skin concerns the application has dealt with include-

·           Acne, Eczema

·           Skin cancer, moles, changing moles, melanoma, actinic keratosis

·           Cold sores, fever blisters, herpes simplex virus

·           Dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, dry scalp

·           Dry, chapped skin

·            Psoriasis

·           Wrinkles and anti-aging skin care

·           Hair loss, alopecia

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