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Accumulated genetic damage could predict melanoma risk
Risk of future melanoma can be estimated by evaluating accumulated sun damage-induced mutations in non-lesional skin, researchers report...
John Evans
Oct 9, 20202 min read


VIDEO: Survey finds mental health struggles in many skin disease patients
A large proportion of patients with skin disease report that their condition significantly affects their mental health, according to a study
Cory Perla
Oct 8, 20201 min read


Covid-19: Mask-wearing leads to facial dermatoses in joggers
Joggers wearing face masks as a preventative measure against Covid-19 experienced facial dermatoses according to a study conducted in India.
Dhiren Mahiban
Oct 5, 20202 min read
Flatworms may be a valid model for skin irritation testing
Planaria flatworms, as an alternative to rabbits or other animals, may be an effective model for testing topical skin therapies,...
John Evans
Oct 2, 20202 min read


VIDEO: Damage to sweat glands caused by tattooing affects body’s heat dissipation
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers have found evidence that tattooed skin does not sweat normally.
Cory Perla
Sep 30, 20201 min read


Study finds talc and petroleum jelly among the best lubricants for people wearing PPE
Researchers found the best lubricants for frontline healthcare workers wearing PPE are those that do not absorb into the skin.
Dhiren Mahiban
Sep 28, 20202 min read


Patients who develop amelanotic melanomas more likely to carry albinism mutation
Individuals who develop pale coloured, amelanotic melanomas are more likely to carry a single copy of a mutation associated with...
John Evans
Sep 25, 20201 min read


VIDEO: Researchers worried about easy access to injectable neurotoxins online
Using neurotoxin products purchased online can put consumers at serious risk of developing complications.
Cory Perla
Sep 23, 20201 min read
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