This randomized clinical trial provides clinical evidence supporting the efficacy of an unmedicated, acne-concealing hydrogel patch in improving both acne appearance and acne-related quality of life (AQoL). The study demonstrates that the hydrogel patch significantly reduces lesion size and severity within a short time frame, calms erythema, and helps prevent the development of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Importantly, beyond visible skin improvements, the intervention led to a marked enhancement in participants’ psychological well-being, underscoring the value of non-pharmacological, barrier-based acne management strategies.

Men begin developing coronary heart disease — which can lead to heart attacks — years earlier than women, with differences emerging as early as the mid-30s, according to a large, long-term study led by Northwestern Medicine. The findings, based on more than three decades of patient follow-up, suggest that heart disease prevention and screening should start earlier in adulthood, particularly for men.

Afternoon naps put the brain in a state ready for learning / Study performed in Freiburg, Germany shows the active role of short sleep phases in adjusting the strength of transmission between neurons

For several months now, the current U.S. administration has consistently attacked and endeavored to weaken biomedical research and public health action in the United States and worldwide with unparalleled vigor. This situation has many consequences – both ethical and economic – but above all it is a grave attack on healthcare protection, and an unprecedented assault on the systems and institutions responsible for protecting lives.

CLEVELAND, Ohio (Jan 28, 2026)—Although perimenopause is experienced by all women regardless of race or nationality, it is not always experienced similarly. Studies comparing perimenopause symptoms across diverse cultures and geographic settings are lacking. A new study based on data from Flo, an international mobile health application, demonstrated inconsistency between perimenopause knowledge and actual symptoms experienced across diverse global populations. Study results are published online today in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society.

The word ‘dissociation’ has grown in popularity and become embedded in everyday language, but while the term has gained traction in popular culture and mental health advocacy, misconceptions persist – including some which are harmful, experts say.