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Itching for New Help for Eczema: Recently Identified Immune Cells Possible Therapeutic Target
Researchers have identified
a previously unknown
critical role for a recently
identified immune cell
population in the
... > full story
Protective Role of Skin Microbiota Described
Scientists have found that
bacteria that normally live
in the skin may help protect
the body from infection. As
the largest organ of the
body, the skin represents a
... > full story
First Gene Linked to Common Form of Psoriasis Identified
Scientists have identified
the first gene directly
linked to the most common
form of psoriasis, a chronic
skin condition. ... > full story
Microflora Have Decisive Role With Autoimmune Illnesses, Some Good, Some Bad
When the right
microorganisms are at work,
immune cells involved in the
development of autoimmune
illnesses like psoriasis,
... > full story
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New Treatment for Psoriasis?
January 11, 2013 — Three per cent of the world’s population suffer from the skin condition known as psoriasis. A Norwegian research-based company is close to developing a treatment that could help millions. The ... > full story -
Kids With Psoriasis Likely to Be Obese or Overweight
November 19, 2012 — The largest international study of physician-treated children with psoriasis shows children with the skin disease are about twice as likely to be overweight or obese than children who don't have the ... > full story -
People With Severe Psoriasis Nearly Twice at Risk for Diabetes
October 15, 2012 — An analysis of 27 studies linking psoriasis in 314,000 individuals with diabetes has found strong correlation between the scaly skin rash and the blood sugar disorder that predisposes patients to ... > full story -
Psoriasis Patients at High Risk of Diabetes
August 27, 2012 — Patients with psoriasis are at high risk of new-onset diabetes mellitus, according to new ... > full story -
New Research Fuels Greater Understanding of Atopic Dermatitis and Psoriasis in Children and Adolescents
August 16, 2012 — A new understanding of skin conditions in children and teens is helping to better manage and potentially prevent medical conditions associated with both atopic dermatitis and ... > full story -
Skin Has an Internal Clock
July 19, 2012 — Human skin has an internal clock responsible for the time-based steering of its repair and regeneration, among other things. Our skin is one of the body’s essential organs and perhaps the most ... > full story -
Protein May Be Key to Psoriasis and Wound Care
June 21, 2012 — Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder in which skin cells proliferate out of control. For some hard-to-heal wounds, the problem is just the opposite: Restorative skin cells don’t grow well or ... > full story -
Psoriasis Increases Risk of Diabetes, Study Shows
June 18, 2012 — Psoriasis is an independent risk for Type 2 Diabetes, according to a new study, with the greatest risk seen in patients with severe psoriasis. Researchers estimate that an additional 115,500 people ... > full story -
Mystery to the Origin of Long-Lived, Skin-Deep Immune Cells Uncovered
June 7, 2012 — Scientists have uncovered the origin of a group of skin-deep immune cells called the Langerhans cells, that act as the first line of defense against harmful germs and skin infections. Identifying the ... > full story -
Vigorous Physical Activity Associated With Reduced Risk of Psoriasis
May 21, 2012 — A study of US women suggests that vigorous physical activity may be associated with a reduced risk of psoriasis, according to a new ... > full story
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