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October 2013 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Chemical hair straightening can damage hair and health, needing safer alternatives and stricter regulations.
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December 2016 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics” New drugs for heart disease may be developed from molecules secreted by stem cells.
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October 2024 in “Frontiers in Environmental Science” Synthetic cosmetics can harm health and the environment.
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June 2016 in “Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention” Cured meats in Nigeria have high cadmium levels, posing health risks.
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January 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Modified phenol peels effectively reduced stubborn skin pigmentation in patients with Lichen Planus Pigmentosus.
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July 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” Strict infection control is crucial for safe and successful hair restoration.
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April 2022 in “Journal of Obesity” Transgender individuals face more barriers and less autonomy in surgical body modifications compared to cisgender individuals.
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March 1932 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Radium exposure causes severe health issues, so strict safety measures are essential.
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January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Strict regulations may slow down new LLLT treatments.
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July 2021 in “Journal of scientific research and reports” Omega-3 fatty acids improve heart health, reduce inflammation, help joint and muscle conditions, and can improve skin disorders.
January 2018 in “Food Additives and Contaminants Part A-chemistry Analysis Control Exposure & Risk Assessment” Researchers developed a precise method to detect illegal hair-growth drugs in dietary supplements.
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January 2020 in “Scientific Reports” The African spiny mouse heals skin without scarring due to different protein activity compared to the common house mouse, which heals with scarring.
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May 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Inflammation and fibrosis are important factors in hair loss, but more research with better control samples is needed.
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October 2000 in “Genomics” Rat dermal papilla cells have unique genes crucial for hair growth.
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May 2006 in “Genes & Development” Keratin 17 is crucial for normal hair growth by regulating hair cycle transitions with TNFα.
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January 2024 in “iScience” Stress keratins are expressed less in diseased skin and are linked to differentiation, inflammation, and immunity.
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March 2002 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Food deprivation increases MST enzyme in the brain, possibly affecting energy balance.
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July 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” Copper may protect against alopecia areata, while certain inflammatory markers increase risk.
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April 2010 in “Development” Compartmentalized organization might be crucial for stem cells to effectively respond to growth or injury.
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April 2019 in “Advances in wound care” Tannic acid helps wounds heal faster in rats by activating certain cell signals and reducing inflammation.
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January 2009 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Fetal cells could improve skin repair with minimal scarring and are a potential ready-to-use solution for tissue engineering.
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April 2014 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is hard because its symptoms often look like normal puberty, and there's a need for better diagnosis methods and agreement on criteria.
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Hair growth and health are influenced by stress and hormones.
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September 2018 in “Fertility and Sterility” High levels of testosterone and anti-Müllerian hormone before pregnancy are linked to a higher risk of newborns needing intensive care.
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February 2014 in “Phytotherapy Research” Myrtle has various health benefits and potential for medicine development.