Careful stories on albinism, from around the world.

Gut bacteria shape how dietary fat affects skin

A study in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology finds that fatty acid type — not total fat intake — drives skin and hair follicle changes, with gut microbiota playing a key regulatory role.

Mouse study links Kit signalling to hair follicle growth

Research published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology examines how Kit-Kitl signalling in skin cells shapes hair follicle development and regeneration.

Malawi minister links social media to youth mental health crisis

Tanzania minister calls for local medicine research investment

Nigeria's healthcare reforms leave albinism community behind

Visible light triggers pigmentation differently across skin types

Oxidative stress study reveals potential CTCL treatment target

South Africa's illegal initiation schools face renewed scrutiny