As the scab starts to heal, you may forget it is there—it may help to post a reminder on your mirror where you style your hair. Scabs are essential for helping your skin heal after an injury or skin ...

Despite the presence of over 300 species of fleas in the United States alone, only one in particular has a preference for cats ... at their skin. You might see redness, scabs, and/or fur loss ...

Hyperpigmentation is a common, often harmless skin condition caused by an increase in melanin, the substance in your body that's responsible for pigment. This condition makes certain areas of ...

Girls are bombarded on social media with advice from influencers touting elaborate skin care routines with high-priced serums, mists and creams These are the top health questions about summer safety.

A man is facing charges after police said eleven animals were rescued from filthy conditions at his Marion home.

Athletes are at an increased risk of skin infections, which can have serious consequences. To help prevent infections, athletes, coaches, and athletic trainers can follow these tips from ...

Eczematous dermatitis, folliculitis, and seborrheic dermatitis were the most common skin conditions in patients with Down syndrome (DS) in a 10-year retrospective review. Researchers conducted a ...

Admit it; there's this unexpected softness in our hearts when it comes to stray animals. We can't explain the tug that we ...

The saying goes: “There are more ways than one to skin a cat”. It’s not clear why one would want to skin a cat, which is a cute pet, but Kenyans have not just displayed many ways to skin a cat but ...

Help injured skin heal. For minor wounds such as cuts, scrapes, and scratches, use petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist. This helps prevent the wound from drying out and forming a scab, as scabs ...

Oct. 28, 2024 — Thin, stretchy skin -- like that of a pig or human -- significantly lessens the underlying damage that occurs when it's punctured. Pig skin even outperforms synthetic materials ...