Artificial skin 'cuts scarring'
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A prototype artificial skin which can be used to heal wounds has been developed by British researchers.
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Those who dread hypodermic needles may someday be able to apply their medicine on their skin instead, a couple of researchers believe.
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Surgeons may soon be able to practise tricky operations using a virtual scalpel on a virtual body.
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Scientists develop a patch which can inject medicines painlessly through the skin.
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Awareness of skin cancer is increasing but people are still not protecting themselves, warn experts.
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If a technique used in mice can be adapted to human cells, it would let scientists use a patientâs skin cells to generate new heart, liver or kidney cells.
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Scientists have drawn inspiration from the gecko lizard to develop a waterproof adhesive bandage for surgical wounds and internal injuries.
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A vitamin made when sunlight hits the skin could help slow down the ageing of cells and tissues, say researchers.
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Scientists have developed an easy-to-use technique for reprogramming a skin cell of a mouse back to the embryonic state, which could have implications for regenerative medicine in humans.
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Doctors warn about the dangers of using the potentially fatal toxin botox in cosmetic facial treatments.
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A technique would let scientists use a patientâs skin cell to generate new heart, liver or kidney cells that might be transplantable.
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Two doctors believe they have the cure for wrinkles - infra-red light therapy.
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Scientists are developing an artificial vein for use in patients with circulation problems.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 12 -- Don't ask Kevin Millar to explain the inner workings of the large patch on his right forearm. It has a mini-battery in it and feeds some sort of medication -- he has no idea what -- into his strained forearm. What he knows for certain is this: It's designed to get...
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A technique to remove dangerous swellings from the body's biggest artery could save thousands of lives, a study suggests.
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The return of silicone breast implants continues.
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Government scientists are concerned that two prescription creams used for a common skin condition may raise the risk of certain cancers, especially among children.