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Infrared imaging system improves at-home skin hydration monitoring

Infrared imaging system improves at-home skin hydration monitoring

A new noninvasive imaging system uses a digital biomarker and temperature-aware algorithms to provide objective skin hydration tracking for eczema patients.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 18:04 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
University of Pittsburgh research explains why scratching worsens itches

University of Pittsburgh research explains why scratching worsens itches

University of Pittsburgh research explains how scratching triggers a cellular "double whammy" of inflammation. Scientists identified a molecular pathway that links pain to increased itching.

Health ·28 Jun 2026, 07:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 4 min read