Dermatology

Study suggests that PRMT5 inhibitors may turn 'cold' tumors 'hot,' making them responsive to immune checkpoint therapiesCredit: Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery…

Portland, Ore. (July 6, 2020) --The National Psoriasis Foundation, NPF, is proud to announce the awarding of $3.28 million in research grants and fellowships in 2020. This year's awards bring the total amount NPF has invested in…

There's considerable controversy over whether "COVID toes"--red sores or lesions on the feet and hands in children and young adults--are truly caused by COVID-19. A new study published in the British Journal of Dermatology provides…

Early findings indicate eating the fruit could help with skin allergies COLUMBUS, Ohio - Eating black raspberries might reduce inflammation associated with skin allergies, a new study indicates. In a study done with mice and…

What The Study Did: The possible association between chilblains and COVID-19 was investigated in this case series that included 31 patients. Authors: Anne Herman, M.D., of the Université Catholique de Louvain in Brussels, is…

What The Study Did: This case series describes 20 children and adolescents who presented with new-onset acral inflammatory lesions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Authors: Ignacio Torres-Navarro, of the Hospital Universitario y…

What The Article Says: A man in his 60s presented with numerous pseudovesicular papules on the trunk 12 hours after the initiation of treatment for COVID-19. Authors: Laurence Toutous Trellu, M.D., of the Geneva University…

Credit: Dan Addison | UVA Communications Invasive fire ants common in the Gulf Coast and Texas likely are limiting a tick-acquired meat allergy in these areas, scientists report.The ants are moving northward and could…

New study examines link between lipids and bacteria to aid 35 million Americans who suffer from atopic dermatitis BINGHAMTON, NY -- A new study from researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York may help to peel back…

Innovative research published in SPIE's Journal of Biomedical Optics suggests low-cost, accessible diagnostic tool for skin cancerCredit: SPIE BELLINGHAM, Washington, USA - An article published in the Journal of Biomedical Optics…

Credit: Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (adapted from video published in Samson et al, Nature Communications) Walter and Eliza Hall Institute researchers have made significant advances in understanding the inflammatory cell death…

Credit: Images courtesy of the GSK Center for Optical Molecular Imaging Researchers at the GSK Center for Optical Molecular Imaging have developed a new microscope that looks at the different parameters that change during wound…

Credit: Associate Professor Jun-ichirou Yasunaga A research group from Kumamoto University, Japan, has clarified the mechanism by which human T-cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1) causes inflammation and oncogenesis. The action of the…

Burt's Bees shares research supporting the proven power of nature-based regimens in defending, restoring and improving skin health DURHAM, N.C., June 12, 2020 - Burt's Bees, a leader in science-backed natural skin care, today announced new…

Portland, Ore. (June 12, 2020) -- The Corrona® Psoriasis Registry, a joint collaboration between the National Psoriasis Foundation, NPF, and Corrona, LLC, the leading sponsor of registries in immune-mediated diseases, announces that…

Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) have identified a key enzyme that contributes to eczema, which may lead to better treatment to prevent the skin disorder's…

Study underscores importance of treating patients early to reduce likelihood of lasting bone damageCredit: Case Western Reserve University CLEVELAND--A team led by Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine researchers has made…

New culture technique opens the door for new treatment for wound and burn treatments, testing drugs and cosmetics; the technique is a proof of concept for developing other human organoid systems, including the inner earCredit: Jiyoon Lee,…

Bioactive inks printed on wearable textiles can map conditions over the entire surface of the bodyCredit: Focus Vision Media & Tufts University MEDFORD/SOMERVILLE, Mass. (June 5, 2020)--Researchers at Tufts University's School…

Credit: Peter Istvan Treatment of the common disease psoriasis, usually focuses on treating the skin. However, psoriasis patients often have other physical diseases that can bring on depression, anxiety, and suicide. A new…