Health risk from soot bark disease in various German cities In recent days, soot bark disease has been found in trees in various cities. This fungal disease damages the trees considerably and can also lead to health problems in humans.

Is age-related hearing loss curable in the future? A number of regulatory genes have been identified in fruit flies, which are responsible for maintaining healthy hearing. This new discovery could contribute to the treatment of age-related hearing loss in humans.

Reddened instead of smooth skin after shaving The bar shave has a few annoying pitfalls for many men. In addition to unwanted cuts, the razor burn is one of the most unpleasant consequences. This is characterized by itchy to burning reddening of the shaved skin, which can also cause very unsightly pimples.

Foot pain - causes, treatment and prevention Foot pain can severely restrict those affected in everyday life and lead to difficulty walking. Treatment usually depends on the cause of the symptoms. Temporary pain in the foot often disappears on its own. However, if the symptoms suddenly appear, for example after an accident, or if they persist for a longer period of time, medical advice should be sought.

Novel vaccines for vaccination via the skin Researchers have succeeded in further developing nanoparticles so that they can be absorbed by cells of the human skin. With this new technology, vaccines could now be introduced into the skin cells in a targeted manner.

Possible connection between the success of cancer treatment and intestinal microbiome Various treatment methods are available for the treatment of cancer, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Treatment also depends on the type of tumor. The course of therapy differs from person to person.