Philippines launches virus vaccinations amid supply problems
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines launched a vaccination campaign Monday to contain one of Southeast Asia’s worst coronavirus outbreaks but …
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How Jill Kargman Survived Quarantine
Despite her indoorsy nature and the ongoing pandemic keeping her housebound, Jill Kargman has had a busy quarantine. The writer …
Pain and gain: Skin nerves anticipate and fight infection
Pinch yourself. If you feel pain, it’s thanks to specialized nerve endings in the skin. And, in a surprising discovery, …
Understanding C. auris transmission with the healthcare environment
Researchers have now shown that patients who are heavily colonized with Candida auris on their skin can shed the fungus …
Doctors turning to antibiotic alternatives to treat acne
Physicians are scaling back on prescribing antibiotics for long-term acne treatment in favor of a combinations of therapies, according to …
Mass drug administration reduces scabies cases by 90% in Solomon Islands’ communities: Largest study of its kind provides important evidence for global strategy on scabies control
Mass drug administration (MDA) of two antibiotics can be highly effective at reducing cases of scabies and the bacterial infection …
Artificial skin could give superhuman perception: Iron oxide nanoparticles in silicone show promise as a skin replacement material
A new type of sensor could lead to artificial skin that someday helps burn victims ‘feel’ and safeguards the rest …