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Wound dressings inhibit biofilms through antibacterial agents, electrical stimulation
Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York, have identified an innovative wound care approach that merges...
Allan Ryan
Aug 19, 20242 min read


Low metabolite biomarkers linked to chronic pruritus of unknown origin
New findings show that patients with chronic pruritus of unknown origin (CPUO) have lower-than-normal levels of some metabolite...
John Evans
Aug 16, 20242 min read


Skin microbiome, IL-8, linked to keloid scarring
Researchers have found a potential link between the skin microbiota and keloid scarring, which suggests that commensal bacteria and...
John Evans
Aug 2, 20241 min read


Scientists find potential breakthrough in lupus treatment
Researchers from Northwestern Medicine and Brigham and Women’s Hospital have identified a molecular defect that may be responsible for...
Allan Ryan
Jul 29, 20242 min read


Dermatology Resident Essay Competition Winner
At the 2024 annual conference of the Canadian Dermatology Association in Ottawa, Dr. Airiss Chan was awarded a book prize for her essay...
Allan Ryan
Jul 22, 20242 min read


HA fillers safe, effective in patients with systemic sclerosis
Hyaluronic acid lip fillers are safe and effective for patients with systemic sclerosis or scleroderma, researchers write in JAAD Case...
John Evans
Jul 19, 20242 min read


Nominations for the 2024 Women in Dermatology Honour Roll closing soon
The Women in Dermatology Honour Roll recognizes female dermatologists in Canada who have made significant contributions to the specialty...
John Evans
Jul 5, 20241 min read


Immune modulating patch effective for alopecia areata in early study
Using a hydrogel microneedle system to deliver immune-modulating therapy directly to areas of alopecia-areata-related hair loss has...
John Evans
Jun 21, 20243 min read
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