In a pioneering study, scientists have decoded the genetic blueprint of Saposhnikovia divaricata, a traditional medicinal herb. The research provides a detailed genome sequence, shedding light on the plant’s evolutionary adaptations and the genetic foundations of its therapeutic benefits.
Tag: Skin Conditions
Impact of Apps That Claim to Diagnose Skin Conditions
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence technology is quickly evolving, with some apps claiming to be able to diagnose skin conditions and diseases. This week, TODAY highlighted how artificial technology is affecting health care. The American Academy of Dermatology supports…
The right moisturiser for children with eczema is the one that they like to use, study finds
The Best Emollients for Eczema trial has found that no one type of moisturiser is better than another. This study, the first in the world to directly compare different types of moisturisers, highlights the importance of patient education and choice when deciding which moisturisers to use for children with eczema. The results from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) funded study are published in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health and British Journal of General Practice today (24 May).
Board-Certified Dermatologist/Pigmentary Disease Expert: Can Stress Trigger or Exacerbate Vitiligo?
Increased stress over the last year has taken its toll on everyone, but for the millions of people worldwide living with vitiligo — a skin disease that causes the skin to lose its natural color — new research suggests that…
Dermatologists honored for pioneering teledermatology in the U.S. Army
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has named board-certified dermatologists Hon Pak, MD, FAAD, MBA, and Darryl Hodson, MD, FAAD, as Patient Care Heroes for their work launching the country’s first robust teledermatology project two decades ago.