A tiny protein at the center of Parkinson’s disease also plays a surprising role in melanoma, a dangerous skin cancer. New research reveals that alpha-synuclein, which helps protect brain cells from ...

If I had expected that scar, I probably would have waited to have it removed until after my wedding. I know that some scarring is simply the cost of doing business. But, I really wish I had known more ...

The material on the covers of books from a French abbey was too hairy to have come from calves or other local mammals.

"Most people would think that these organisms are just like spores or dormant," James Tiedje said. "These microbes are active ...

Common causes include birthmarks, infection, and skin pigmentation disorders. Some birthmarks, such as dermal melanocytosis, salmon patches, and strawberry nevus, fade over time, while moles ...

Beneath the deserts of Australia, a tiny and mysterious mammal glides through the sand-the marsupial mole. There are two species […] ...

Dark spots on the skin are usually not a cause for concern, but some people may choose to get rid of them for cosmetic reasons through laser treatment, microdermabrasion, and other methods.

There are numerous potential causes for red spots to form on the skin, including sudden infections or underlying chronic conditions. On darker skin tones, the spots may appear as purplish or ...

It’s very common to have moles or freckles on your skin and the majority of the time they are no cause for concern. However, if a mole changes in appearance, it’s important to get it checked out as ...

Genetics, age, obesity, and hormone imbalances can all contribute to skin tag development, although the cause is not always clear. Removal options include cryotherapy and excision. Skin tags ...