Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical that is often used for cleaning, disinfecting and stain removal. It is also commonly used as an antiseptic to treat cuts, scrapes or other minor skin wounds. “Hydrogen ...

One of the more dangerous medical myths I frequently see in the ER is the widespread belief by patients that copious amounts of hydrogen peroxide should be used to clean cuts and scrapes of any size.

Don’t “air it out.” Put down the hydrogen peroxide. Here’s what to do to prevent infection and hasten healing. By Ashley Abramson Cuts, or wounds that break the skin, are one of the most common ...

According to new research by investigators at the Mayo Clinic and Washington State University, e-bandages could be an effective alternative to antibiotics for managing wound infections. The findings ...