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Study investigates incident diabetes burden and risk in post-acute COVID-19 patients

Researchers examined the post-acute risk and burden of incident diabetes beyond the initial 30 days of COVID-19.

25 Mar 2022

Skin cells outside of the hair follicles play large role in the development of a pimple

Acne is among the most common skin diseases in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, affecting up to 50 million Americans each year. It is also among the least studied.

17 Feb 2022

New approach to alter the skin microbiome and reduce acne lesions using bacteria

Acne on the face is often treated with topical antibiotics, which tend to be used for an extended period of time and contribute to the serious problem of antibiotic resistance.

15 Feb 2022

Study identifies 29 new genetic variants linked to acne

A study of the genetics of acne has identified 29 regions of the genome that influence the condition. These genetic insights offer potential new targets for treatment. They may also help clinicians identify individuals at high risk of severe disease.

7 Feb 2022

Study reveals the negative perceptions and emotional impact of pregnancy stretch marks

While stretch marks are commonly associated with pregnancy, the permanency of the skin lesions causes pregnant women and pregnant individuals substantial embarrassment that can negatively impact pregnancy and their quality of life, according to a new study.

9 Nov 2021

Contraceptive pill can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in women with PCOS, study reveals

A study led by the University of Birmingham has revealed for the first time that the contraceptive pill can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by over a quarter in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

15 Oct 2021

New trial shows vaginal laser therapy treatments may not work at all

This laser is supposed to rejuvenate vaginal tissue. But scientists say it’s no better than a placebo.

15 Oct 2021

EADV survey: Almost half of the European general population have a dermatological condition

Results of a new EADV survey released today show that almost half (47.9%) of the European general population more than 18 years old declared at least one dermatological condition in the past 12 months.

1 Oct 2021

New beetle-inspired smart device developed for personalized skin care

Drawing inspiration from nature, a team of international scientists have invented a smart device for personalized skin care modeled after the male diving beetle.

31 Aug 2021

Enzyme pre-treatment yields a highly precise picture of skin bacteria

Healthy skin has a bacterial shield to protect against germs: the microbiome. This complex assembly of microorganisms was previously believed to be difficult to decipher.

10 Aug 2021

Contraception is free to women, except when it’s not

For Stephanie Force, finding a birth control method that she likes and can get without paying out-of-pocket has been a struggle, despite the Affordable Care Act's promise of free contraceptives for women and adolescent girls in most health plans.

23 Jul 2021

Skin disorders on the rise during COVID‐19 pandemic due to infection and PPE use

An increase in personal protective equipment (PPE) use and hygiene measures such as the use of hand sanitizers, hand washing, and mask usage during this pandemic have increased the frequency of dermatological diseases.

8 Jun 2021

Imbalance in gut microbiota could play a key role in progression of inflammatory skin disorder

Findings presented at today’s EADV 2021 Spring Symposium suggest that an imbalance in gut microbiota (dysbiosis), could play a significant role in the progression of inflammatory skin disease, Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS).

7 May 2021

Topical therapy can help safely reduce side effect of cancer treatment

Patients with advanced colorectal cancer may be spared from a toxic side effect caused by a type of targeted therapy used to treat the cancer with the help of another drug normally used to treat melanoma, according to a study led by researchers at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

28 Apr 2021

Study characterizes anti-inflammatory effect of strawberry geranium on the skin

Strawberry geranium (Saxifraga stolonifera) has been used in Japan as a herbal medicine to treat wounds and swelling, and continues to be an ingredient in food and cosmetics.

23 Apr 2021

Anabolic-androgenic steroids can have deleterious effects on the brain

Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), a synthetic version of the male sex hormone testosterone, are sometimes used as a medical treatment for hormone imbalance. But the vast majority of AAS is used to enhance athletic performance or build muscle because when paired with strength training.

25 Mar 2021

Acne News and Research

Latest Acne News and Research

Study investigates incident diabetes burden and risk in post-acute COVID-19 patients

Skin cells outside of the hair follicles play large role in the development of a pimple

New approach to alter the skin microbiome and reduce acne lesions using bacteria

Study identifies 29 new genetic variants linked to acne

Study reveals the negative perceptions and emotional impact of pregnancy stretch marks

Contraceptive pill can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in women with PCOS, study reveals

New trial shows vaginal laser therapy treatments may not work at all

EADV survey: Almost half of the European general population have a dermatological condition

New beetle-inspired smart device developed for personalized skin care

Enzyme pre-treatment yields a highly precise picture of skin bacteria

Contraception is free to women, except when it’s not

Skin disorders on the rise during COVID‐19 pandemic due to infection and PPE use

Imbalance in gut microbiota could play a key role in progression of inflammatory skin disorder

Topical therapy can help safely reduce side effect of cancer treatment

Study characterizes anti-inflammatory effect of strawberry geranium on the skin

Anabolic-androgenic steroids can have deleterious effects on the brain

Male fertility and androgen production may be impacted by COVID-19

Excess total body fat in girls may affect puberty timing, hormones and breast maturation

Long-term steroid treatment may not be necessary for kidney transplant patients

People with darker skin disproportionately suffer from acne's psychological impacts

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