Research provides insights on why redheads exhibit altered sensitivity to pain

New research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) provides insights on why people with red hair exhibit altered sensitivity to certain kinds of pain. The findings are published in Science Advances. In people with red hair (as in numerous other species of animals with red fur), the pigment-producing cells of the skin–called melanocytes–contain […]

I Caved and Got That Trendy-Ass Instagram Shag Haircut

To call '70s-meets-modern shag haircuts one of the biggest hair trends of 2021 would be accurate — but it would be oversimplifying how it has steadily, stealthily crept onto our Instagram search pages over the last few years. The layers, the disconnected pieces framing the face, the subtly tapered ends and fuller crown, the long […]

Research reveals increased risk of COVID-19 among women with PCOS

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are at a significantly increased risk of contracting COVID-19 than women without the condition, new research led by the University of Birmingham has revealed. Researchers are now calling for healthcare policy to specifically encourage women with PCOS to adhere to COVID-19 infection control measures while the global pandemic continues. […]

Tiffany Haddish's Blonde Hair Is My Favorite Surprise of the Golden Globes

Tiffany Haddish has had one of the most exciting hair journeys of this ongoing pandemic. Back in July, she shaved her head, not necessarily for aesthetic purposes, but, as she said, so she could see what her scalp looked like. Now that she knows — and has the tiniest amount of length to play with […]

Linda Wells: We Are Living in the Golden Age of Beauty

Read more articles from Allure's 30th Anniversary issue. My sister and I were reminiscing over dinner about our childhood, specifically some of the darker aspects of growing up with our mother. "Remember the time I had to learn how to change her bandages?" my sister asked, still freshly incredulous, as she took a bite of sesame chicken. […]

Metopirone

NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. METOPIRONE® metyrapone Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some common questions about Metopirone. It does not contain all the available information. It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist. The information in […]

Trileptal

NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. TRILEPTAL® oxcarbazepine Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some common questions about Trileptal. It does not contain all the available information. It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist. The information in […]

Provera

NOTICE: This Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) is intended for persons living in Australia. PROVERA® Medroxyprogesterone acetate Consumer Medicine Information What is in this leaflet This leaflet answers some common questions about PROVERA.It does not contain all the available information.It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist. All medicines have risks […]