Cuts and scrapes happen to the best of us. Whether occurring when dicing vegetables, as a result of a bump or fall or from engaging in a favorite sport or recreational activity, we've all experienced ...

A novel ε-poly-L-lysine-loaded sodium-alginate/gelatin hydrogel (PSG15) has shown exceptional promise in accelerating the healing of infected wounds. This multifunctional injectable hydrogel delivers ...

Researchers design a ZIF-8-based platform that synchronizes the release of antibacterial and antioxidant agents, offering a ...

The skin barrier protects the human body from invasion by exogenous and pathogenic microorganisms. A breach in this barrier exposes the underlying tissue to microbial contamination, which can lead to ...

For most people, a minor cut or scrape is no big deal—the body heals itself quickly, and antibiotics can deal with any ...

Doctors explain why humidity, wet clothes and prolonged exposure to moisture increase the risk of fungal infections, and ...

Phototherapy can offer a safe and non-invasive solution against infections, while promoting wound healing. Conventional phototherapeutic devices are bulky and limited to hospital use. To overcome ...

A combined approach of personal decolonization and environmental hygiene yielded a sustained reduction in recurrent Staphylococcus aureus-related skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) among ...

Warning: This article contains graphic images. Xylazine or “tranq” wounds – characterized by deep pockets of dead tissue – have become increasingly visible in Philadelphia among people who use drugs.