How the integumentary system works Skin Facts, Diseases & Conditions

The human body's largest organ is the integumentary system, which includes the skin, hair, nails, glands and nerve receptors. The integumentary system works to waterproof, cushion and protect the body from infection, according to the National Institutes of Health. Most skin is waterproof because of keratin, a fibrous protein, and it also is made up of water, other proteins,...

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Blood Glucose Monitoring and Control

What's New Research in Diabetes The drive to discover new and innovative solutions for managing diabetes is international. The Diabetes UK Professional Conference, held in Glasgow in March 2016, presented many of these advances and developments, including new insights into diabulimia; the role of mindfulness in diabetes management; risk factors for Type 2 diabetes...

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