Dozens of elder chiefs gather atop a mountain. They are surrounded by a curious crowd, people who seek to learn about the ancient ways. The leaves of the pine trees above cast shadows over the faces of beholders. Everyone watches as elder Mayan Tata Pedro inhales mapacho, or sacred ceremonial tobacco. As he puffs a cloud of smoke into the air, his daughter Marina...
Scientists from Emory University of Medicine, Atlanta have successfully treated mice displaying symptoms of psoriasis using compounds isolated from fire ant venom. The breakthrough offers hope for sufferers of the condition.
Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disorder that results from the rapid build-up of cells on the surface of the skin. This build-up manifests itself in dry, red and irritated patches that may itch or...
