Scabs get a bad reputation because they’re dry, crusty, and inconvenient, but they are one of the body’s most effective ...

“Such is the tangle of conflicting interests in a tooth-and-nail society that people cannot avoid being scabs, are often made so against their desires, and unconsciously.” In a competitive society, ...

The body creates scabs to protect wounds from bacteria. If bacteria do get in, the wound can become infected. This may cause a crusty, yellow scab to develop. Medical treatments and home remedies may ...

A scab that oozes pus, has a foul smell, or is discolored may be infected. You should clean the area, avoid touching it, and protect it with a sterile bandage. If the symptoms worsen, you should see a ...

Scabs are a sign of healing, but they can take days or weeks to completely heal on their own. Some may require antibiotics or home remedies to help them heal properly. Most of us have dealt with ...

Over its long history, the American labor movement has displayed a remarkably rich vocabulary for shaming those deemed traitors to its cause. No word, however, has burned American workers more ...