Therapeutics: News and Research on Phototherapy

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Light-activated dyes show promise in targeting cancer cells

Melanoma is one of the most aggressive skin cancers, with more than 300,000 new cases reported worldwide each year. In Europe, the number of diagnoses has been rising rapidly. However, early detection and advanced treatments ...

Light-activated drug shows promise for fighting psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that manifests itself mainly with skin symptoms (dryness, itching, scaly skin, abnormal patches and plaques). It affects about 2% of the population and is mediated by an altered immune ...

How to survive winter by hacking your light habits

Many people who live in the northern part of the world suffer extended periods of darkness this time of the year—and often the winter blues. But there are things you can do to boost your health and well-being, and prevent ...

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