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How does obesity affect the immune system?

A new study summarizes new findings on the immunoregulatory effects of excessive fat stores or malnutrition through Th2 cells.

4 Jul 2022

The importance of smallpox vaccination as a preventive measure in controlling recent outbreaks of monkeypox

Scientists have described the importance of smallpox vaccination as a preventive measure in controlling recent outbreaks of monkeypox infection.

4 Jul 2022

CHMP recommends approval of upadacitinib (RINVOQ®) for the treatment of adults with active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis

AbbVie today announced the European Medicines Agency's (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended the approval of upadacitinib (RINVOQ® 15 mg, once daily) for the treatment of active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr‑axSpA) in adult patients with objective signs of inflammation as indicated by elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) and/or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), who have responded inadequately to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).*

27 Jun 2022

CHMP recommends approval of upadacitinib (RINVOQ®) for the treatment of adults with active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis

27 Jun 2022

Each SARS-CoV-2 reinfection causes more severe disease

In a recent study under review at the Nature Portfolio journal and currently posted to the Research Square* preprint server, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine and VA Saint Louis Health Care System showed that acute severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) reinfection adds to the risks of all-cause mortality and hospitalization accrued during the first SARS-CoV-2 infection.

20 Jun 2022

New immunotherapy mechanism can block spontaneous breast carcinogenesis

Researchers have discovered the mechanism by which specific immune cells can block breast cancer development and even suppress a developed tumor.

3 Jun 2022

Scientists discover a gene defect that results in allergic and autoimmune disease

Inflammation of the skin and the esophagus, food allergy and asthma are just some of the symptoms of a now 12-year-old boy who was the first to have a mutation on the IL-33 gene. An international team led by a physician from the Karl Landsteiner University for Health Sciences, Krems, discovered this new disease entity.

26 May 2022

Study compares different types of moisturizers for children with eczema

The Best Emollients for Eczema trial has found that no one type of moisturizer is better than another. This study, the first in the world to directly compare different types of moisturizers, highlights the importance of patient education and choice when deciding which moisturizers to use for children with eczema.

26 May 2022

Allergic asthma, allergies may be associated with the risk of cardiovascular diseases

When most people think of cardiovascular diseases (CVD), risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, and diabetes likely come to mind.

16 May 2022

New AI tool can speed up the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis by up to 4 years

Researchers in Israel have shown that a new machine-learning tool can speed up the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) by up to 4 years, potentially preventing irreversible joint damage and deteriorating function for sufferers.

15 May 2022

Disinfectant use by pregnant women may increase risk for asthma and eczema in children

Use of disinfectants by pregnant women may be a risk factor for asthma and eczema in their children, finds a population study, published online in Occupational & Environmental Medicine.

29 Mar 2022

Mount Sinai Health System launches new Alopecia Areata Center of Excellence

In an unparalleled effort to deliver outstanding comprehensive care and to employ revolutionary approaches to novel therapeutics around the skin condition alopecia areata, the Mount Sinai Health System has launched the Alopecia Areata Center of Excellence.

21 Mar 2022

Study shows anti-itch and pain relief potential of protein in tick saliva

A protein found in tick saliva could be turned into a drug that eases itching and chronic pain in people.

8 Mar 2022

Targeting necroptosis using a necroptosis inhibitor lessens myositis-induced muscle weakness

A new study has suggested that treatment to target necroptosis in muscle fibers using a necroptosis inhibitor lessens myositis-induced muscle weakness as well as muscle cell death and inflammation in the muscles. This has been shown to be a promising strategy for treating polymyositis.

2 Mar 2022

New radio-labeled molecule may allow a non-invasive approach to monitor inflammation in real time

Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have developed a new radio-labeled molecule capable of selectively reacting with certain high-energy radicals that are characteristic of innate immune activity, which may allow a non-invasive approach to monitor inflammation in real time by positron emission tomography (PET) imaging.

21 Feb 2022

Assessing the association of COVID-19 and Immunoglobulin A vasculitis in children

In a recent study posted to the Research Square* preprint server, researchers conducted a systematic review to investigate any association between immunoglobulin A (IgA) vasculitis and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in children.

8 Feb 2022

Study evaluates acute and long-term adverse events following immunization with COVID-19 Moderna vaccine

In a new study, a team of researchers conducted a case-control study at a mass vaccination center in Japan to evaluate acute and long-term adverse events following immunization (AEFI) with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) Moderna vaccine.

17 Jan 2022

Novel mechanism linking intercellular adhesion molecule with genetic skin diseases discovered

Northwestern Medicine investigators have discovered a novel mechanism linking an intercellular adhesion molecule with genetic inflammatory skin diseases, according to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

11 Jan 2022

Biologic agent dupilumab effective in improving asthma exacerbations and lung function, study shows

A new medication has been added to the treatment options for children with moderate-to-severe asthma. In a late-stage clinical trial, the biologic agent dupilumab reduced the rate of severe asthma attacks and improved lung function and asthma control for children ages 6 to 11.

9 Dec 2021

International guidelines may lead to over-diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in children

International guidelines developed to help doctors diagnose cow's milk allergy may lead to over-diagnosis, according to University of Bristol-led research published in the journal Clinical and Experimental Allergy today [8 December].

7 Dec 2021

Dermatitis News and Research

Latest Dermatitis News and Research

How does obesity affect the immune system?

The importance of smallpox vaccination as a preventive measure in controlling recent outbreaks of monkeypox

CHMP recommends approval of upadacitinib (RINVOQ®) for the treatment of adults with active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis

CHMP recommends approval of upadacitinib (RINVOQ®) for the treatment of adults with active non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis

Each SARS-CoV-2 reinfection causes more severe disease

New immunotherapy mechanism can block spontaneous breast carcinogenesis

Scientists discover a gene defect that results in allergic and autoimmune disease

Study compares different types of moisturizers for children with eczema

Allergic asthma, allergies may be associated with the risk of cardiovascular diseases

New AI tool can speed up the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis by up to 4 years

Disinfectant use by pregnant women may increase risk for asthma and eczema in children

Mount Sinai Health System launches new Alopecia Areata Center of Excellence

Study shows anti-itch and pain relief potential of protein in tick saliva

Targeting necroptosis using a necroptosis inhibitor lessens myositis-induced muscle weakness

New radio-labeled molecule may allow a non-invasive approach to monitor inflammation in real time

Assessing the association of COVID-19 and Immunoglobulin A vasculitis in children

Study evaluates acute and long-term adverse events following immunization with COVID-19 Moderna vaccine

Novel mechanism linking intercellular adhesion molecule with genetic skin diseases discovered

Biologic agent dupilumab effective in improving asthma exacerbations and lung function, study shows

International guidelines may lead to over-diagnosis of cow's milk allergy in children

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