Objectives:
1. Describe and review viruses and viral illnesses commonly seen in dermatology;
2. Discuss differential diagnoses of viral illnesses,
3. Review treatment options and anti-viral pharmaceuticals.

AUDIENCE : WSU/DMC physicians and faculty, residents, fellows, medical students, and other practicing physicians in the area.

AAD CREDIT STATEMENT: The American Academy of Dermatology certifies that this educational activity has been recognized for 2 hours of AAD Category I credit and may be used toward the American Academy of Dermatology's Continuing Medical Education Award.

AMA/ACCME 2006 ACCREDITATION STATEMENT: The Wayne State University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Wayne State University School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.