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|Articles|May 1, 2004

Skin Virus to cure acne?

A virus found on human skin could provide a natural cure for acne could help thousands of sufferers, according to a report published by PA News. Scientists at the University of Leeds Skin Research Centre carried out tests on the virus, called a bacteriophage. Initial research showed the virus attacked the bacteria, which is a major cause of spots and inflamed skin.


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