Skincare

Sep 20 2023

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Inflammatory bowel disease linked to atopic dermatitis

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Adults with atopic dermatitis (AD) have a 34 percent increased risk of developing new-onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) compared with individuals who do not have the skin condition, and children...

Sep 15 2023

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Tiny nanocarriers could prove the magic bullet for acne sufferers

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It’s a skin disorder that makes life miserable for around 800 million teenagers and adults worldwide, but cientists may have found an effective treatment for acne, delivered via tiny nanoparticles.

Sep 07 2023

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Breakthrough in scarless wound recovery achieved with autologous blood

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A recent study has introduced a groundbreaking milestone in tissue regeneration by developing a technology that utilizes autologous blood to produce three-dimensional microvascular implants.

Sep 01 2023

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Why men, wealthy people and maritime residents are more likely to develop skin cancer

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A new study examines why people living in Atlantic regions are more at-risk for developing melanoma than other Canadians, providing lessons on skin cancer prevention for the whole country. To...

Aug 23 2023

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Time is right to develop a consensus Human Skin Cell Atlas, according to leading dermatology experts

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As a single organ, our skin is able to perform a broad repertoire of vital functions. Dermatology experts call for a reference guide to single-cell composition of normal human skin,...

Jul 29 2023

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Protein found in milk speeds up wound healing

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Bandages infused with casein, a protein that occurs naturally in cow’s milk, significantly improved wound healing in rats compared to those in control groups, according to a new study by...

Jul 21 2023

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Why does skin get ‘leathery’ after too much sun? Bioengineers examine cellular breakdown

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A study explores how ultraviolet radiation can alter the microstructure of human skin. Particularly affected is collagen, the fibrous protein that binds together tissue, tendon, cartilage and bone throughout our...

Jul 18 2023

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Clinical trial to help millions with penicillin allergies

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Many low-risk patients with a penicillin allergy were able to have their penicillin allergy label removed through a simple procedure known as ‘direct oral challenge’ as part of a world-first...

Jul 02 2023

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Breakthrough treatment for skin infection: Novel microneedle array embedded with ultrasound-triggered antibacterial nanoparticles

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A research team has designed a new microneedle patch to offer a highly-effective non-antibiotic approach for the treatment of skin infection. In brief, the design engineered with ultrasound-responsive zinc-based metal-organic...

Jun 28 2023

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Innovative paper-like, battery-free, AI-enabled sensor for holistic wound monitoring

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Scientists have invented a paper-like, battery-free, AI-enabled sensor patch — PETAL — for convenient and effective monitoring of wound recovery. This novel technology provides early warning of complications to improve...