Mother reveals her horror after a scratch on her skin left her contracting a flesh-eating bug

A mother-of-four has revealed how she was left battling for her life after a break on her skin caused by a scratch left her contracting a flesh-eating bug.  Liz Hewat, 51, from Chisholm, Victoria, whose terrifying ordeal began when she scratched at the red bumps on her skin, was rushed to Canberra Hospital where her … Read more

Billie Eilish shows some skin in a rare public display during Where Do We Go world tour in Miami

Billie Eilish kicked off her Where Do We Go world tour in Miami on Monday, and she gave fans a rare display of her body. The 18-year-old singer performed at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, and during a brief interlude between songs, she played a video package with footage of Eilish as she spoke … Read more

Scientists find ‘missing link’ in allergic reactions to popular skin creams 

Scientists have discovered a specific protein that triggers allergic reactions when it comes into contact with fragrances common in cosmetic products.   It can send immune cells into overdrive when people use skin creams, body washes, lotions, shampoos – and even toothpastes. The breakthrough could help stem soaring cases of rashes, lumps, blisters, itchy eyes and … Read more

Bereaved skin cancer patients are more likely to die because a loved one is not checking their skin

Bereaved skin cancer patients are more likely to die from melanoma – the deadliest form of the disease, a study has claimed. British and Danish experts found melanoma patients had a 17 per cent higher risk of dying if their partner had died. The researchers, who tracked 5.5million people for 20 years, also claim widows … Read more

Is using hand sanitiser to beat coronavirus RUINING your skin?

As fears of a serious coronavirus outbreak in the UK spread, many of us are taking appropriate precautions by stocking up on hand sanitiser and applying it liberally throughout the day. There have now been at least 39 confirmed cases of the disease – known as Covid 19 – in the UK, including a secondary … Read more

10 year-old boy who suffers from rare condition that causes skin to blister defies the odds to walk

A boy who with a rare skin condition, who first appeared on This Morning with his parents as a baby, returned to the show today to reveal how he’s defied the odds to walk, play sports and become a high achiever at school.  Mason White, 10, from Bournemouth suffers from Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) a rare disorder that … Read more

How to keep your skin radiant at any stage of your life with these tips  

As we grow older, our skin transitions through a number of phases as a result of the natural ageing process, hormonal changes, the impact of our lifestyle and the environment. But now leading consultant dermatologist and cosmetic doctor Ophelia Veraitch, who is based at the renowned Cranley Clinic on Harley Street, has revealed the steps … Read more