The city which was found to be the worst culprit for germ-ridden pumps was Nottingham. The petrol stations in the area are ...

Having psoriasis, an autoimmune condition that causes inflamed skin patches, can make you more likely to develop certain skin infections. A combination of factors—such as a damaged skin barrier ...

Scientists at Stanford are developing a painless, topical vaccine using a common skin bacterium to trigger immunity.

Scratching isn’t just a bad habit — it’s an immune defense mechanism. While it fuels inflammation, it also helps fight ...

Rapidly spreading, harrowing and potentially lethal, a necrotizing soft tissue infection — so-called flesh-eating disease — ...

"A tooth infection can kill you, but rarely," warns a Cleveland Clinic expert. Here's how to recognize the risks and how it can escalate.

Probiotics may help with many health conditions. Although they're generally safe, it's important to talk with your doctor ...

Constantly scratching and picking at an itchy rash really does make it worse. But why? According to newly released research ...

New research uncovers the dual nature of scratching an itch; although it can worsen skin inflammation, it can also boost ...

Existing research suggests scratching itchy skin can often make it worse, aggravating a wound and spreading harmful bacteria.

From cystic acne to keloids, dermatologists explain why you should never pop these 18 common skin bumps and share proper ...

Bacteria are commonly found in or on ... These can range from mild skin and soft tissue infections to more severe infections, including sepsis and pneumonia. This new study is the first time ...