Skincare

Oct 30 2023

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The sunscreen paradox: Researchers warn of ‘false sense of security’

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Sunscreen usage is climbing, but so are melanoma and skin cancer rates: this, researchers say, is the sunscreen paradox.

Oct 27 2023

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Psoriasis not caused by spontaneous mutations in skin cells

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Genetic analysis of psoriasis shows somatic mutations are not linked to the development or the spread of the condition.

Oct 23 2023

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BNP peptide a culprit in eczema

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Researchers have pinpointed a particular peptide’s role in activating atopic dermatitis, or eczema. The work could lead to more effective treatments for the condition.

Oct 21 2023

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NUS scientists develop innovative magnetic gel that heals diabetic wounds three times faster

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A team of researchers has engineered an innovative magnetic wound-healing gel that promises to heal diabetic wounds three times faster, reduce the rates of recurrence, and in turn, lower the incidents...

Oct 14 2023

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Could the nerve cells that scratch be the solution for itch?

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It can be a relief to scratch the occasional itch, but when itch gets out of control, it can become a serious health problem. How does the body know when...

Oct 11 2023

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Medical imaging fails dark skin: Researchers fixed it

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A team found a way to deliver clear pictures of anyone’s internal anatomy, no matter their skin tone.

Oct 05 2023

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New wound healing research produces full thickness human bioprinted skin

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A research article presents a significant breakthrough in the area of skin regeneration and wound healing.

Oct 05 2023

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Tracking the bacteria behind life-threatening sepsis in premature babies

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A new study into sepsis in neonatal babies has uncovered the secrets of the bacteria’s success in causing this life-threatening condition. Using genomic sequencing, they have found how certain strains...

Oct 02 2023

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Atopic dermatitis: Viruses discovered as new therapy option

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Up to 15 percent of children and five percent of adults are affected by the chronic inflammatory skin disease atopic dermatitis. Despite advanced therapy measures, the severe itching and eczema,...

Oct 02 2023

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Skin behind the ears and between the toes can host a collection of unhealthy microbes

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Scrubbing behind the ears and between the toes may help keep the skin in those regions healthy, new research suggests. The microbiome, or the collection of microbes living on and...