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Moles And Melanoma: Genetic Links To Skin Cancer Found
Research shows the genetic
connection between moles and
melanoma -- and why the more
moles a person has, the more
susceptible they are to the
disease. Researchers found ... > full story
Possibility Of Vaccine For Ear Infections
Otitis media, more commonly
known as an ear infection,
is the most frequently
diagnosed illness in
children less than 15 years
of age in the United States
and is the primary cause for
... > full story
Synthetic Biology: Gene Therapy Gets Under The Skin
Vaseline, a known molecule
from apples and a gene
network encapsulated in
algal gelatin are the
components of a possible
gene therapy which literally
... > full story
Urban Myth Disproved: Fingerprints Do Not Improve Grip Friction
Everyone thinks that they
know what fingerprints are
for: to improve your grip's
friction. But it turns out
that this urban myth is
wrong. Scientists have
... > full story
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Mice With Skin Condition Help Scientists Understand Tumor Growth
July 9, 2009 — Cancerous tumors sometimes form at the site of chronic wounds or injury, but the reason why is not entirely clear. Now researchers have engineered mice with a persistent wound-like skin condition, ... > full story -
Muscle Rubs: Use For Pain Is Questionable, Review Finds
July 8, 2009 — There is not enough evidence to support using gels and creams containing rubefacients for chronic and acute pain, according to a systematic review. Rubefacients cause irritation and reddening of the ... > full story -
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When It Comes To Brain Damage, Blankets Take The Place Of Drugs
July 7, 2009 — Have you ever covered yourself with a blanket to stave off the shivers? A new study shows that a blanket can also help alleviate shivering in patients who have been cooled to prevent brain ... > full story -
Psoriasis-like Inflammation: Crucial Role For The Protein CCR6
July 6, 2009 — Psoriasis, a chronic skin disorder caused by the immune system, affects 1%-2% of white individuals. Although there are a number of treatments, the chronic recurrent nature of the disorder means more ... > full story -
Greater Understanding Of Lyme Disease-causing Bacteria
July 3, 2009 — Lyme disease in the US is caused by the tick-borne bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi, and usually begins with a skin lesion, after which the bacteria spread throughout the body to the nervous system, ... > full story -
Eczema Patients Most At Risk For Dangerous Viral Infections
June 29, 2009 — Eczema patients at risk for serious viral infections have more severe disease, are more likely to be allergic to food and other allergens, and have a frequent history of staph infections, according ... > full story -
Cupping Therapy Alleviates Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Pain
June 25, 2009 — An external suction technique mainly used outside the U.S., called cupping, is effective for providing temporary relief of pain from carpal tunnel syndrome, according to a new ... > full story -
Topical Application Of Chemotherapy Drug May Improve Appearance Of Aging Skin
June 22, 2009 — Topical application of the chemotherapy medication fluorouracil appears to reduce potentially precancerous skin patches and improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin, according to a new ... > full story -
New Skin Cancer Patch: Possible Alternative To Surgery
June 18, 2009 — A new study shows that a radioactive skin patch can safely and successfully treat basal cell carcinoma, one of the most common types of skin ... > full story -
Psoriasis Associated With Cardiovascular Disease And Increased Mortality
June 17, 2009 — The skin disease psoriasis is associated with atherosclerosis (a buildup of plaque in the arteries) characterized by an increased prevalence of ischemic heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, ... > full story
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