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New research examines the link between calluses and cancer of the esophagus, in a condition called 'tylosis with esophageal cancer.'

The unpleasant sensation sparked by the nervous system when confronted with a harmful stimulus can be alleviated by blocking a genetic marker that switches off the activity of the neurons involved.

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By 2050 the death rates from malignant melanoma will have decreased from their current levels but the numbers of people dying from the disease will have increased due to the aging of populations.

What is plaque psoriasis and what are its causes? In this article, learn about the triggers, symptoms, complications, and when to see a doctor.

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Scientists have developed a 3-D bioprinter capable of producing totally functional human skin either from cell lines or from patient-derived cells.

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