Scratching an itch can bring a contradictory wave of pleasure and misery. A mouse study on scratching, reported in the Jan. 31 Science, fleshes out this ...

Many of us think of chickenpox as a childhood illness, a harmless rite of passage that fades into memory once the itchy blisters heal. However, what most people don’t realize is that the virus behind ...

Twelve new mpox vaccination sites have opened across England. Previously, vaccines were only available to eligible people at ...

Itch-scratching is a paradox. It can be both bad and good for you, a new scientific study suggests. LIKE BOING BOING BUT NOT ...

Laptops, heating pads and space heaters on bare skin can lead to erythema ab igne, or toasted skin syndrome, experts say.

Many people don't know skin dryness comes in different guises,' says consultant ... inflammatory condition,' says Dr Mahto. Often red, itchy and dry, allergens, irritants and stress make it ...

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD When your scalp is itchy and white flakes are visible in your hair, you may wonder ...

Levine and Young often recommend CeraVe Moisturizing Cream because it contains not one but three different types ... "More importantly, my skin hasn't felt red, or itchy, or blotchy, and my ...

"That's way more reliable than hoping for a rash," he says. It's also crucial to learn how to properly remove a tick that's attached to your skin, Frye and Levoska agree. "The most important ...

Officials said the risk to the public ‘remains low’ but it is important those who are eligible can access jabs easily.

The research highlights why avoiding scratching is essential for healthier skin. Scratching may feel good in the moment, but ...

If you’re experiencing an itchy rash on your stomach, there may be a different cause. If itchiness persists or is severe, it’s important to contact a medical professional for advice.