Editor's Highlights—December 2026

The effects of climate change, unequal access to biologic therapies, and the limited representation of Indigenous communities and diverse skin tones in educational materials underscore an important point: dermatology does not operate independently of social and environmental factors. The five papers in this issue not only identify these gaps but also call for specific measures to strengthen climate-resilient preparedness, expand safety-net services, and promote truly inclusive education. Equitable care is no longer a nice-to-have option; it is a fundamental standard of clinical quality.