Genetics
Gene research targets scarring process
Scientists have identified three genes that may be the key to preventing scar formation after burn injury, and even healing existing scars.
Jul 28, 2014
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Medical research
Study reveals new link between brain and fat-burning circuit
A new study in animal models, led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), is the first to show that oxygen sensing in the brain has a role in metabolism and sensing an organism's internal state.
Feb 11, 2016
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Health
Cellular impact of 'Heat not Burn' products may be no less harmful than cigarettes
The impact on lung cells of Heat not Burn products—a hybrid between traditional cigarettes and electronic vaping devices—may be no less harmful than that of conventional cigarettes, suggest the findings of a small comparative ...
Apr 19, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New findings on chronic pain syndrome in the mouth
The picture is becoming clearer regarding the chronic oral pain condition known as Burning Mouth Syndrome, or BMS, which mainly affects women who are middle-aged and older. In a dissertation at Sahlgrenska Academy, additional ...
Sep 21, 2018
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Medical economics
Annual tap water scald burns in US exact high personal and financial costs
Tap water scald burns exact high personal and financial costs every year in the U.S., finds an audit of relevant national data, published online in the journal Injury Prevention.
Mar 7, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Clinical trial of infection detecting bandages begins
A clinical trial of a smart bandage which changes colour when it detects infections is beginning using samples from burns patients from four UK hospitals.
Nov 28, 2016
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Medications
New drug may treat rare diseases that make exposure to sunlight painful
It sounds like the stuff of a vampire novel, but for people with a group of rare genetic disorders, exposure to sunlight can cause excruciating pain.
Apr 13, 2023
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Pediatrics
Smartphone app aims to prevent burns in children
A collaboration between injury prevention researchers at The University of Queensland and digital health company iPug has resulted in a 21st Century approach to tackling childhood scalds.
Jul 19, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Home remedies: Manage discomfort of heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest, just behind your breastbone. Technically called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn occurs when stomach contents back up into your esophagus. Sour taste and the ...
Oct 7, 2016
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Health
New research calls for vitamin D supplementation in critically ill pediatric burn patients
Deficiency of vitamin D is a common problem for patients with severe burn injuries and can lead to further health compromise. However, there are no evidence-based guidelines for vitamin D replenishment in such patients.
Jun 9, 2015
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