Expanding horizons in Parkinson's disease care with non-pharmacological...
The field of non-pharmacological interventions for the treatment of individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD) is reaching maturity and has the potential to substantially improve patient care in the...
View ArticleHormone hepcidin identified as potential trigger for psoriasis
Scientists may have uncovered the root cause of psoriasis, a chronic and sometimes debilitating skin disease that affects 2-3% of the global population. The condition is characterized by red, scaly...
View ArticleAt-home phototherapy proves effective for psoriasis treatment
For decades, people with psoriasis have been treated in clinics with narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy, or light therapy, to reduce sores, scales, and inflammation.
View ArticleTwo topical treatments show similar benefits for photoaging of the hands
Topically applied products containing human platelet extract or vitamin C provide similar improvements in age spots (photoaging) of the hands, as reported in a clinical trial within the November issue...
View ArticleUnderstanding the role of sleep in dementia and associated illnesses
A new review was published on the cover of Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 16, Issue 21, titled, "Sleep deprivation in dementia...
View ArticleDisrupted sleep patterns identified in patients with metabolic...
The prevalence of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is exploding in most regions of the world, boosted by increased obesity and sedentary lifestyles.
View ArticleDisrupted sleep-wake rhythms linked to liver disease progression
The prevalence of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is exploding in most regions of the world, boosted by increased obesity and sedentary lifestyles. MASLD (formerly...
View ArticleInnovative photodynamic therapy targets melanoma with light-activated dyes
Melanoma is one of the most aggressive skin cancers, with over 300,000 new cases reported worldwide each year. In Europe, the number of diagnoses has been rising rapidly.
View ArticleMorning blue light therapy enhances sleep quality for seniors
Blue-enriched light can improve sleep quality and daily activity in older adults living at home, according to new research from the University of Surrey.
View ArticleStudy finds limited effectiveness of non-surgical treatments for back pain
Only around 1 in 10 common non-surgical and non-invasive treatments for lower back pain is effective, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in BMJ Evidence Based...
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