Dermatology
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Arthritis drug could help beat skin cancer
A drug normally used to treat rheumatoid arthritis may also help treat a deadly skin cancer, researchers have revealed. Read more
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Male hair loss signals later risk
Young men who start losing their hair early in life face an increased risk of a male cancer later, researchers warned today. Read more
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Water softeners fail to soothe skin
Using water softeners does not help children with the skin condition eczema, researchers report today. Read more
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Build shade to beat sun’s rays – guidance
New buildings should provide areas of outdoor shade to help people avoid the sun, according to new official UK guidance published today. Read more
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Baldness breakthrough – scientists
Scientists have made a breakthrough in the search for causes of male baldness, it was announced last night. Read more
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Severe acne increases suicide risk – claim
Sufferers of severe acne are at a higher risk of attempting suicide, researchers have claimed. Read more
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Scent threat to skin
People with eczema may be affected by the scent of household and skincare products, Swedish researchers have revealed. Read more
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Fundamental weakness of cosmetic surgery
British cosmetic surgery is beset by "fundamental weaknesses", according to the findings of a major British inquiry published today. Read more
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DNA clue to melanoma treatment
Patients who find that treatment for the skin cancer melanoma is unsuccessful may have a problem with DNA repair genes, British researchers have warned. Read more
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Glue clue in artificial tan
Scientists say a compound used to make tanning spray may provide the basis for a radical new surgical glue. Read more