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Scientists Find Way to Stop Psoriasis Joint Disease Early
Health & WellnessJan 28

Scientists Find Way to Stop Psoriasis Joint Disease Early

Researchers discovered why some psoriasis patients develop painful joint inflammation and identified a way to catch it before damage begins. The breakthrough could help protect up to 30% of psoriasis patients from permanent joint damage.

Google News - Scientists Discover2 min read
Gene Discovery Brings Personalized Psoriasis Treatment Closer
Health & WellnessFeb 5

Gene Discovery Brings Personalized Psoriasis Treatment Closer

Scientists at Newcastle and Queen Mary universities have identified genetic markers that could transform psoriasis treatment into truly personalized care. The breakthrough analyzed over 700 patient samples using AI to decode which treatments work best for individual patients.

Google News - Breakthrough Discovery3 min read
Psoriasis Cure Possible Within a Decade, Researchers Say
Health & WellnessMay 28

Psoriasis Cure Possible Within a Decade, Researchers Say

After 20 years of research, scientists are now seeing real evidence that a permanent cure for psoriasis could arrive within the next 10 years. New medications are keeping patients clear even after treatment stops.

Google News - Disease Cure3 min read
New Psoriasis Pill Works as Well as Injections in Trials
Health & WellnessApr 2

New Psoriasis Pill Works as Well as Injections in Trials

A once-daily pill called zasocitinib cleared severe psoriasis in 70% of patients within 16 weeks, matching results previously only seen with injections. The breakthrough could transform treatment for millions who've had to choose between convenience and effectiveness.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
First Daily Psoriasis Pill Approved, No Needles Needed
Health & WellnessMar 18

First Daily Psoriasis Pill Approved, No Needles Needed

Johnson & Johnson just won approval for the first daily pill that matches the power of injectable psoriasis treatments. The breakthrough could help millions who avoid shots and reshape how we treat this painful skin condition.

STAT News2 min read
Light-Activated Drug Treats Psoriasis Without Side Effects
Health & WellnessJan 22

Light-Activated Drug Treats Psoriasis Without Side Effects

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking psoriasis treatment that only activates when exposed to light, eliminating dangerous side effects that have plagued previous therapies. The innovation could help millions access affordable, targeted treatment for this painful skin condition.

Medical Xpress2 min read
FDA Approves First Oral Peptide Pill for Plaque Psoriasis
Health & WellnessMar 19

FDA Approves First Oral Peptide Pill for Plaque Psoriasis

A new once-daily pill just became the first FDA-approved oral peptide treatment for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, offering hope to millions who've struggled with painful skin lesions. The breakthrough medication cleared or nearly cleared skin in 70% of patients during clinical trials.

Google News - Business3 min read
New Psoriasis Drug Shows 63% Complete Skin Clearance
Health & WellnessApr 27

New Psoriasis Drug Shows 63% Complete Skin Clearance

A breakthrough treatment for plaque psoriasis cleared skin completely in 63% of patients during mid-stage trials, matching top medications while requiring just one shot per year. Oruka Therapeutics' ORKA-001 could transform life for millions living with the painful autoimmune condition.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
New Psoriasis Drug Shows 63% Skin Clearance, Once-Yearly Dose
Health & WellnessApr 27

New Psoriasis Drug Shows 63% Skin Clearance, Once-Yearly Dose

A new injectable treatment for psoriasis helped nearly two-thirds of patients achieve completely clear skin in clinical trials. Even better, patients may only need one shot per year instead of monthly injections.

STAT News2 min read
FDA Approves Once-Daily Psoriasis Pill With 70% Clear Skin Rate
Health & WellnessMar 18

FDA Approves Once-Daily Psoriasis Pill With 70% Clear Skin Rate

A new once-daily pill just won FDA approval after helping 7 out of 10 people with moderate to severe psoriasis achieve clear or nearly clear skin in clinical trials. The treatment offers hope to more than 8 million Americans living with the painful skin condition.

Google: new treatment approved3 min read
Keratin Discovery Opens Door to New Skin Disease Treatments
Health & WellnessApr 9

Keratin Discovery Opens Door to New Skin Disease Treatments

Scientists discovered that keratin 16 acts as a natural "brake" on skin inflammation, explaining why mutations cause painful conditions like psoriasis and eczema. This breakthrough could lead to targeted treatments for millions suffering from inflammatory skin diseases.

Live Science3 min read
Stanford Finds Skin's Master Switch for Healing & Cancer
Health & WellnessJun 26

Stanford Finds Skin's Master Switch for Healing & Cancer

Scientists discovered two proteins that control how skin cells grow and heal, opening doors to better treatments for wounds, inflammation, and skin cancer. The breakthrough could transform how doctors treat everything from psoriasis to aging skin.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Scientists Map Brain Circuit That Stops Itch During Stress
Health & WellnessFeb 24

Scientists Map Brain Circuit That Stops Itch During Stress

Researchers in India discovered how the brain uses stress to naturally suppress itching, opening doors to better treatments for millions suffering from chronic itch. The breakthrough reveals a specific neural circuit that could transform how we treat conditions like psoriasis.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
Medicare to Negotiate Prices on 15 More Life-Saving Drugs
Health & WellnessJan 28

Medicare to Negotiate Prices on 15 More Life-Saving Drugs

The U.S. government just named 15 more medications, including treatments for HIV, arthritis, and diabetes, that will see lower prices through Medicare negotiations starting in 2028. The move is expected to save billions while making essential medications more affordable for seniors and people with disabilities.

Google News - New Treatment3 min read
Scientists Find Brain's "Stop Scratching" Switch
Health & WellnessMay 10

Scientists Find Brain's "Stop Scratching" Switch

Belgian researchers discovered why some people with chronic itch conditions can't stop scratching once they start. A molecule called TRPV4 acts as the body's natural brake pedal for scratching relief.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Ireland Cancer Trial Boosts Recovery for 200 Women
Health & WellnessMay 3

Ireland Cancer Trial Boosts Recovery for 200 Women

A groundbreaking digital care program in Ireland is helping cancer survivors manage ongoing symptoms and reclaim their lives after treatment. The Lysa trial showed women receiving virtual nurse and dietetic support experienced significantly better quality of life than those with standard care alone.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
UC San Diego Discovers How Body Blocks Breast Cancer Spread
Health & WellnessApr 1

UC San Diego Discovers How Body Blocks Breast Cancer Spread

Scientists at UC San Diego have uncovered a natural defense mechanism that helps prevent breast cancer from spreading to other parts of the body. The discovery could lead to new treatments and improve screening for patients taking certain medications.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Scientists Find First Treatment for Painful Skin Disease
Health & WellnessApr 11

Scientists Find First Treatment for Painful Skin Disease

Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered what causes a rare condition that makes walking so painful patients crawl instead. An FDA-approved cream has already shown promise in early trials.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
3 Companies Making Products Work for People With Disabilities
SolutionsJun 16

3 Companies Making Products Work for People With Disabilities

One in four Americans lives with a disability, but less than 4% of products are designed for them. Now three innovative companies are changing that with makeup, movie captions, and medication labels that actually work for everyone.

Fast Company2 min read
Bubble Patch Treats Stubborn Acne Without Pills or Side Effects
Health & WellnessFeb 3

Bubble Patch Treats Stubborn Acne Without Pills or Side Effects

Scientists created a simple skin patch that uses tiny bubbles to deliver three different acne medications at once, without the side effects of oral drugs. Early tests show it cleared bacterial infections and reduced swelling in just three days.

New Atlas2 min read

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