Pomegranate phytobiotics offer natural alternative to synthetic veterinary drugs
Researchers have identified a broad range of biological properties in pomegranate with potential for use in medical applications,…
Hillcrest firearms incident: Man admitted to North Shore hospital with ‘unexplained gunshot wound’
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New stem cell vesicles accelerate diabetic wound healing
Diabetic foot ulcers are among the most serious complications of diabetes because prolonged inflammation, poor circulation, and defective…
New injectable hydrogel accelerates healing of deep wounds
Any minor cut or scrape sets the body’s natural healing process in motion. However, deep wounds are far…
Novel bioinspired dressing uses body force to heal wounds
A bioinspired material, developed by scientists at Imperial College London, accelerates wound healing and the repair of human skin. The material captures the body’s…
Discovery of lung protein offers hope for pulmonary fibrosis
Pulmonary fibrosis is a deadly disease where scar tissue grows in the lungs, making breathing more difficult. Approximately 2,170 Australians are diagnosed annually with…
Kyle Whorrall murder case: Judge jails Auckland woman who tried to hide SUV
Five others have pleaded not guilty to aggravated robbery and murder. They await trial later this year. Denying…
New bionic skin wound dressing accelerates infected tissue healing
Dressings face a critical limitation: no single product has successfully integrated protective function, wearing comfort, and efficient antibacterial…
AI-guided microneedle patch changes shape to heal chronic wounds
Chronic wounds remain a major healthcare challenge, especially for people with diabetes, who often experience delayed healing, persistent…
Smart nanoplatform uses wound acidity to trigger accelerated healing
Infected wounds pose a significant medical challenge, often leading to delayed healing and complications due to bacterial biofilms…
Bionic cooling skin accelerates healing and combats wound infections
As the global burden of infected wounds continues to rise-with over 300 million surgeries performed annually and postoperative…
Stretchable wound zipper controlled by smartphone app accelerates skin healing
Skin is our protective barrier from the outside world, and it is highly susceptible to damage. To prevent…