New clues into the head-scratching mystery of itch
Scientists at Harvard Medical School have shown for the first time that a common skin bacterium—Staphylococcus aureus—can cause itch by acting directly on nerve cells.
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Bacteria: News and Research on Staphylococcus aureus
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Uncovering the role of skin microbiome and immune response in cutaneous leishmaniasis
The parasitic disease leishmaniasis is found primarily in Central and South America, the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and Central Asia and is transmitted to humans by a sand fly. An estimated 1.5 million new cases ...
Oct 24, 2023
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Scientists develop a skin patch that painlessly delivers drugs into the body
An affordable microneedle skin patch that delivers a controlled dosage of medicine directly into the body, eliminating the need for injections or oral medication, has been developed by a team led by scientists at the University ...
Oct 18, 2023
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Atopic dermatitis: Viruses discovered as new therapy option
Up to 15% of children and 5% of adults are affected by the chronic inflammatory skin disease atopic dermatitis. Despite advanced therapy measures, the severe itching and eczema, especially on the elbows or knees, cause great ...
Sep 29, 2023
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Antimicrobial resistance poses threat in all 35 countries in the Americas
A total of 569,000 deaths have been linked to bacterial antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in all 35 countries of the WHO Region of the Americas, according to a new peer-reviewed paper published in The Lancet Regional Health—Americas. ...
Aug 8, 2023
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Probiotic combo found to stop bacteria that cause toxic shock syndrome
The widespread, pathogenic microbe Staphylococcus aureus can colonize the skin and mucous membranes throughout the body, particularly the vagina and gastrointestinal tract. A virulent strain of the bacterium produces proteins ...
Jul 21, 2023
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Vaping may destroy good bacteria and increase cavities, gum disease, and cellular changes that cause cancer
A University of Central Florida College of Medicine researcher is discovering that vaping creates chemical reactions in the mouth that can destroy good bacteria while increasing germs that cause cavities, gum disease and ...
Jun 29, 2023
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Updated guidance shows how hospitals should protect patients from resistant infections
A group of five medical organizations has released updated recommendations for the prevention of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, known as MRSA, transmission and infection. MRSA causes approximately 10% of hospital-associated ...
Jun 27, 2023
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Dirty tea towels are breeding grounds for harmful bacteria. Here's how to clean them properly
Kitchens can harbor all sorts of germs and bacteria. These can arrive via humans, pets, uncooked food or even plants, meaning that a high proportion of foodborne infections are acquired directly within the home.
Jun 26, 2023
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Breaking through bacterial barriers in chronic treatment-resistant wounds
Chronic wounds are open sores or injured tissue that fail to heal properly. These types of wounds are notoriously challenging to treat because of bacterial infections like Staphylococcus aureus, or S. aureus. Additionally, ...
May 22, 2023
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