Dermatology
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Therapy hope for juvenile dermatomyositis
Researchers have made a breakthrough in the treatment of a rare autoimmune disease that affects children. Read more
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Refugees need dermatologists, conference told
Dermatologists have been urged to get involved with Europe’s refugee crisis to prevent the spread of skin disease. Read more
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Rosacea- dementia link uncovered
A link between rosacea and the development of dementia has been uncovered in a new Danish study. Read more
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Cancer project finds venous malformation gene
Cancer researchers have stumbled on a genetic cause of venous malformations, it was announced last night. Read more
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HIV drug could aid melanoma care
An HIV drug can improve the treatment of melanoma, according to researchers at the University of Manchester, UK. Read more
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No benefit from hypoallergenic formula milk
Formula milk intended to cut the risk of eczema and allergies is not effective, researchers say today. Read more
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Warning over steam inhalation treatment for children
Children are at risk of burns if they undergo steam inhalation to relieve the symptoms of respiratory tract infection and congestion, specialists warned today. Read more
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Sun exposure has risks and benefits – guidance
Public health campaigns on the risks of sun exposure need to emphasise potential benefits, according to guidelines published today. Read more
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Hopes for river blindness vaccine
Scientists working on a vaccine against river blindness, or onchocerciasis, have identified three potential vaccine compounds that could offer protection, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Eczema genes highlight immune factors
New genetic findings about eczema continue to highlight the role of the immune system in the disease, British researchers said last night. Read more