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Good Bacteria Might Help Prevent Middle Ear Infections, Pneumonia

Jan. 5, 2016 — A new study is helping to shed more light on the important connections among the diverse bacteria in our microbiome. This study provides the first evidence that Corynebacterium accolens, a harmless ... read more

Skin Bacteria Help Cancer Cells Grow

Jan. 6, 2016 — Our skin is covered in millions of bacteria and most of them help keep us healthy. However, for patients with lymphoma, it may be a rather different story, as new research shows that toxins in the ... read more

New Paste Prevents Scarring Caused by Radiation Therapy for Cancer

Jan. 4, 2016 — An antiscarring paste when applied to the skin of mice halts fibrosis caused by the radiation used in cancer therapy, a new study demonstrates. The current study addressed a type of fibrosis called ... read more

Articles Examine Relationship Between Skin, Endocrine Disorders

Dec. 23, 2015 — The relationship between skin disorders and endocrine diseases has been the focus of two recently published ... read more

Liquid Salts Deliver Drugs Through the Skin With Enhanced Efficacy, Reduced Toxicity

Dec. 29, 2015 — Formulating drugs as liquid salts may provide a safe and efficient strategy for topical delivery of drugs that cause skin ... read more

Microorganisms in the Womb Set Stage for Diseases

Dec. 29, 2015 — Researchers review importance of microorganisms that exist in the gut, suggesting perturbation of the environment during pregnancy, delivery and early infancy could impact the developing baby's early ... read more

Drawing the Line on Tanning Bed Use by Teens

Dec. 21, 2015 — The FDA recently proposed a ban on tanning bed use by those under 18. Now a behavioral scientist, whose research aims to understand why young people frequently engage in indoor tanning, shares some ... read more

Eyes Turn Into Skin: How Inflammation Can Change the Fate of Cells

Dec. 21, 2015 — Chronic inflammation can cause regenerating cells to grow into new, aberrant types; this is called metaplasia, and is a disorder linked to prolonged inflammation. A new study ... read more

Psoriasis Treatment: Implant Acts as a Countermeasure

Dec. 16, 2015 — Scientists have developed a new, more complex type of genetic circuit, which has enabled them to successfully treat psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition, in the mouse ... read more

Diseases That Cause Rashes and Other Skin Problems Also Can Trigger Serious Neurological Conditions

Dec. 15, 2015 — Diseases such as lupus that cause rashes and other skin problems also can trigger migraine headaches, strokes and other serious neurological ... read more

Seasonal Allergies Or Respiratory Virus? Hard To Tell

Former President Jimmy Carter Reveals Melanoma Diagnosis

Chasing Fair Skin, Ivorians Ignore Whitening Cream Ban

Why Seasonal Allergies Make You Miserable

New Material Developed for Accelerated Skin Regeneration in Major Wounds

Dec. 17, 2015 — Researchers have developed a synthetic biomaterial that fills wounds and aids in regeneration of skin cells, which ultimately improves wound ... read more

Use of Nanoparticles Administered Via Hair Follicles Will Combat Surgical Site Infections and Wounds

Dec. 15, 2015 — Many surgery patients develop infections and are a major source of prolonged illness and significant cause of death. Now, a research project is investigating the use of nanoparticles as a way to ... read more

Bioengineered Sunscreen Blocks Skin Penetration, Toxicity

Dec. 14, 2015 — A new sunscreen has been developed that encapsulates the UV-blocking compounds inside bio-adhesive nanoparticles, which adhere to the skin well, but do not penetrate beyond the skin’s surface. ... read more

Olive, Sunflower Oil on Baby Skin Weakens Natural Defenses

Dec. 14, 2015 — Using olive or sunflower oil on new born babies' skin damages the barrier which prevents water loss and blocks allergens and infections, new research has ... read more

Human Skin Detection Technology for Improved Security, Search and Rescue

Dec. 10, 2015 — A novel two-dimensional feature space that uses the spectral absorption characteristics of melanin, hemoglobin and water to better characterize human skin has been uncovered by ... read more

Study Points to Barriers to Biologic Treatments for Some Patients With Psoriasis

Dec. 8, 2015 — In the first known study to examine the prevalence and treatment of psoriasis in older Americans, experts have found that black patients receiving Medicare are less likely to receive biologic ... read more

World's First Ibuprofen Patch Created

Dec. 8, 2015 — The world’s first ever ibuprofen patch has been produced and patented, delivering the drug directly through skin to exactly where it is needed at a consistent dose ... read more

Skin Cells Play 'Dice Games'

Dec. 7, 2015 — How to maintain healthy skin and heal wounds is an intricate problem. Latest research shows all dividing skin cells can flip between two probability games to either maintain or heal skin, challenging ... read more

Two Genes Linked to Intellectual Disability, Circular Skin Creases on Limbs

Dec. 4, 2015 — Clinical geneticists have identified two genes that cause the rare congenital syndrome known as circumferential skin creases Kunze type. With less than a dozen cases reported worldwide, the syndrome ... read more

New Class of Inhibitory Compounds Developed to Aid Melanoma Treatments

Dec. 3, 2015 — A pharmacology researcher has helped create a class of inhibitory compounds that can strongly enhance the effect of anti-tumor drugs for ... read more

'Smart Dressing' To Transform Wound Care

Dec. 2, 2015 — Manually removing patient dressings to visually inspect chronic wounds could soon become a thing of the past. Chronic wounds are an increasing and costly healthcare issue, particularly in countries ... read more

Harmful Use of Topical Steroids in India Is out of Control, Says Expert

Nov. 25, 2015 — The widespread misuse of skin creams and lotions that contain steroids in India is harmful and out of control, argues an ... read more

Infrared Thermography, a Support Tool for Orthopedic Diagnosis

Nov. 25, 2015 — The usefulness of infrared thermography (IRT) for detection and early diagnosis of orthopedic injuries has been revealed by a research ... read more

How Immune Cells Resist Radiation Treatment

Nov. 24, 2015 — A key mechanism has been discovered by which radiation treatment (radiotherapy) fails to completely destroy tumors. Now, they offer a novel solution to promote successful radiotherapy for the ... read more

Association Between Stress Levels, Skin Problems in College Students

Nov. 23, 2015 — College is a stressful time in the lives of students, and a new study has found that heightened levels of psychological stress are associated with skin complaints.The study aimed to assess the ... read more

Stretch Mark Science: What Happens to Your Skin When Pregnancy Gives You a Stretch Mark?

Nov. 17, 2015 — Don't believe the hype when you see those creams and ointments promising to prevent or reduce pregnancy stretch marks. Dermatologists are still learning about what causes stretch marks in the ... read more

New Guideline for Treating Acne in Children and Adults

Nov. 16, 2015 — A new guideline aims to help Canadian physicians, nurses and pharmacists treat children and adults with acne, a disease that can severely affect quality of life. The guideline updates the previous ... read more

Melanoma's Genetic Trajectories Are Charted in New Study

Nov. 12, 2015 — An international team of scientists has mapped out the genetic trajectories taken by melanoma as it evolves from early skin lesions, known as precursors, to malignant skin ... read more

Some Surprising Results Found Testing Mosquito Repellents

Nov. 10, 2015 — If you want to keep away blood-sucking insects, DEET products are your best bet according to a recent study. Researchers also discovered a certain perfume performed better at protecting against ... read more

Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Symptoms Curbed by Bariatric Surgery

Nov. 8, 2015 — Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis symptoms were significantly lessened in patients who underwent bariatric -- or weight loss -- surgery, according to researchers. According to the study's ... read more

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