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Medical Uses for Electricity
Electricity has been used in medical applications for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians even used electric eels to treat gout and other disorders. Electrical devices were also used in medicine in America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. However, many...
Human organ rejuvenation: is it possible?
It may sound like an idea out of a science fiction movie, but human organ rejuvenation may soon be possible! More and more studies are being conducted on mice to test the possibility of organ rejuvenation in humans. The science is still very much in the testing and...
Fascinating rejuvenation innovations discovered in recent studies
When it comes to improving human health, there is a sector of the scientific community that is working non-stop to discover new treatments. There have been some exciting developments discovered in a study that grafted old, human skin onto young mice. The treatments...
How Does Wearing A Face Mask Daily For A Year Affect Your Skin?
Since the Covid-19 pandemic broke out in 2020, most people have had to wear a face mask daily. If you are one of them, you likely wonder how this affects your skin. Between June 2020 and July 2021, we conducted a study exploring how certain characteristics of your...
Understanding How Tropoelastin Works in Elastic Assembly
New insights are being discovered about elastic assembly, with research efforts focusing on how body tissue is able to stretch or shrink for various functions. Elastic fibers play a pivotal role in maintaining the extracellular matrix, the ECM network that consists of...
What Researchers Are Doing About Skin Cancer and How to Prevent It
If you worry about how spending time in the sun can affect you, you're right to be concerned. In fact, the most common type of cancer is skin cancer. Read on to gain a clearer understanding of skin cancer and tips on how to prevent it. Skin Cancer is Widespread Over...
Gaining Knowledge About Skin Regeneration Can Help You Maintain Healthier, Glowing Skin
If you'd like to keep your skin looking youthful and healthy, you can benefit from understanding skin regeneration. In fact, knowing a bit of science can help you change your habits to achieve healthier skin. Consider learning about skin regeneration and how to take...
Is There Any Way to Get Rid of Scars?
Do you have scars on your body? Many people do, and they’re often from some form of surgery or even being a little too adventurous during childhood. Some people wear their scars as a badge of honor. Others have scars small enough that they forget they exist. For some,...
The Role of Elastin in Keeping Your Skin Supple and Smooth
Elastin provides your skin with the ability to stretch and retract with your movements. The body uses a combination of proteins and amino acids to generate the fibrous tissue that's an integral part of maintaining your skin's appearance and condition. The rate of...
7 Easy Ways to Improve Your Sun-Damaged Skin
The notion that getting a deep tan makes you look more glamorous is not healthy for your skin. Some people see their skin aging prematurely, compared to their friends. Sun-damaged skin has more wrinkles, deeper wrinkles, sagging skin or spots on the face and body. ...