Thailand Medical News

Early Childhood RSV Infection Leads to Lifelong Immune Changes in the Gut and Lungs

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 4 hours ago

Medical News: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory infection that most children encounter by age two. Known for causing severe respiratory issues in young children, RSV has also been linked to later-life complications, including asthma and food allergies. However, its long-term effects on the immune system, especially in the gut, remain unclear. Researchers at the Royal Melbou...

Lily’s Tirzepatide Holds Promise for Diabetes Prevention

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 7 hours ago

Pharma News: Introduction to Tirzepatide and its Groundbreaking Study In an impressive three-year study, pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly presented data that highlights tirzepatide's remarkable potential in preventing Type 2 diabetes among prediabetic individuals. This Indianapolis-based company has conducted extensive research on tirzepatide, a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist, which has shown ...

Diabetes Global Surge Reaches Over 800 Million People Worldwide

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 7 hours ago

Medical News: Alarming Rise in Global Diabetes Cases A recent international study reveals a troubling reality for the global population: diabetes cases have exploded over recent decades, with more than 800 million adults now living with the disease. This massive increase represents a fourfold jump from the early 1990s, according to data published in the prestigious journal, The Lancet, ahead of W...

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Increases Risks of COVID-19 Severity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 8 hours ago

Medical News: Researchers from Zhejiang Provincial Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Hangzhou, China, have uncovered evidence that individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may face a higher risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes. Using a mix of Mendelian randomization and genetic analysis, the study sheds light on how GERD could play a role in making COVID-19 infections more s...

China identifies new feline coronavirus that is extremely lethal and could pose a threat to humans

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 10 hours ago

Medical News: Discovery of a Highly Lethal Feline Coronavirus In a significant scientific breakthrough, researchers in China have identified a new strain of feline coronavirus known as FCoV HL2019, found to be highly lethal among cats. The discovery, led by scientists from the Shanghai Veterinary Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences and the Research Center of General...

Nitric Oxide-Powered Water Shows Promise as a Disinfectant in Fighting SARS-CoV-2 Variants

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 11 hours ago

Medical News: New Hope Against COVID Variants: A Breakthrough Study on Nitric Oxide Plasma-Activated Water Researchers from Kwangwoon University, University of Suwon in South Korea, KIIT University in India, and King Saud University in Saudi Arabia, have developed an innovative approach to combat COVID-19 variants using nitric oxide plasma-activated water (NOx-PAW). The D614G mutation, commonly f...

The Phytochemical Trifolin Found to Protect the Heart Against Hypertension Damage

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 13 hours ago

Herbs and Phytochemicals: Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, has become a serious concern globally. It often leads to a range of heart issues, including cardiac injury due to the breakdown and death of heart cells, known as cardiomyocyte apoptosis. High blood pressure often makes the heart work harder, causing strain that can lead to long-term damage. Researchers from the Academy...

Scientists Discover Hidden Key to Fighting Severe Flu Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 13 hours ago

Medical News: A Breakthrough in Influenza Research Influenza, or the flu, is an ever-evolving virus, forcing us to get vaccinated each year as new strains emerge. Some flu strains are more dangerous than others, with past pandemics, like the 1918 outbreak, killing millions worldwide. Even in recent history, flu pandemics in 1957, 1968, and 2009 demonstrated how fast and dangerous the flu virus ca...

Zinc Sulfate May Block COVID-19 Brain Invasion

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 14 hours ago

Medical News: Study Overview: How Zinc Sulfate Impacts COVID-19 in the Brain A recent study explores the potential for zinc sulfate to shield the brain from COVID-19’s severe effects. Researchers at Konkuk University, Seoul National University, Yonsei University College of Medicine, and the KU Center for Animal Blood Medical Science in South Korea utilized K18-hACE2 transgenic mice to exami...

Necrotizing Pneumonia-a Deadly Lung Infection

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 15 hours ago

Medical News: Necrotizing pneumonia (NP) is a severe form of lung infection that, while rare, can turn deadly if not managed promptly. First identified in the 1940s, this aggressive pneumonia has been linked to mortality rates as high as 45% in severe cases. Unlike typical pneumonia, NP causes lung tissue destruction, leading to complications that often require specialized treatment. Despite its s...

Potential for TIM3 as a Biomarker in COVID-19 Severity and Long COVID Complications

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 15 hours ago

Medical News: Unveiling TIM3 as An Immune Checkpoint Marker in Viral Response Research institutions, including Charles University in Prague and the Czech Academy of Sciences-Czech Republic, have recently explored the role of TIM3, a unique immune checkpoint protein, in COVID-19 patients. While immune checkpoint proteins like PD-1 have been well-studied, TIM3’s implications, particularly in s...

Canada’s First H5N1 Human Infection Linked to D1.1 Genotype, Not the D3.13 Variant Found in American Cows

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 16 hours ago

Medical News: In a recent case raising both alarm and questions, Canadian health authorities have confirmed that a teenager in British Columbia has contracted H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. This case is Canada’s first instance of human infection with the H5N1 virus, marking a milestone in the country’s battle against avian diseases. However, genetic sequencing has re...

Rising COVID-19, RSV, and Flu cases spark Spanish authorities to issue health alert in Canary Islands

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News: Respiratory Viral Infections Surge in Popular Vacation Spots Holidaymakers planning winter getaways to the Canary Islands - home to Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and other sunny destinations - are being urged to take precautions due to a concerning rise in COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections. In recent months, cases of these illnesses have surged acr...

Neuropeptides Role in Directing Immune Response Through T Cell Differentiation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News: T helper (TH) cells are crucial defenders in our immune system, helping other immune cells function effectively. When the body encounters pathogens - such as viruses or bacteria - these cells can become activated and differentiate into specific types: TH1 cells, which fight against viruses and intracellular pathogens, or TH2 cells, which tackle extracellular threats like bacteria and...

Innate Immune System’s Surprising Role in Cancer Development

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News: Scientists at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), New York, have made a surprising discovery. They’ve found that the body's immune system, which usually fights infections, might also inadvertently fuel cancer. This groundbreaking research explored how issues in the MRE11 complex, a key player in DNA repair, lead to persistent immune responses that could contribute...

SARS-CoV-2’s Mpro protein promotes blood clotting by activating key coagulation factors

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News: Researchers from multiple institutions, including the University of Padua, ETH Zurich, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, and the University Hospital of Padova, have uncovered a novel mechanism by which the main protease (Mpro) of SARS-CoV-2 actively induces blood clotting. This discovery sheds light on why COVID-19 patients often face severe blood clotting issues, contributing to ...

United Kingdom facing a shortage in radioisotopes for cancer imaging and diagnosis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

UK Medical News: The United Kingdom is experiencing a severe shortage of critical medical radioisotopes used in cancer imaging and treatments. These radioisotopes, particularly Technetium-99m, are essential in diagnosing cancers such as breast and prostate cancer. With limited global production capabilities and the inability to stockpile these substances due to their radioactive decay, British hos...

Paeonol from Cortex Moutan as a new hope for treating skin diseases

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from Wuhan Union Hospital and Pikeli Medical Aesthetics, both based in Wuhan, China, are exploring the potential of paeonol, a bioactive compound extracted from Cortex Moutan, for treating various skin conditions. Paeonol from Cortex Moutan as a new hope for treating skin diseases Cortex Moutan, also called Mu Dan Pi, is a valued herbal medicine widely used...

What Is "Make America Healthy Again"?

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News America: What Is "Make America Healthy Again"? The "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement, championed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and backed by the Trump administration, represents a bold vision to overhaul America’s public health, targeting chronic diseases and lifestyle-related health risks. Set against the backdrop of America's increasing health co...

Air pollution found to trigger higher occurrences of head and neck cancer

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: In a recent study, scientists have found a concerning link between exposure to air pollution and the occurrence of head and neck cancers, shining a spotlight on the ways that environmental pollutants might affect our health in previously overlooked areas. This collaborative research involved experts from multiple prestigious institutions, including Wayne State University, Johns Hopki...

Toxic AGEs in Everyday Diets Tied to Widespread Health Risks

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 days ago

Health News: New Research Uncovers Hidden Risks of Toxic AGEs in Modern Diets A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Masayoshi Takeuchi from Kanazawa Medical University, Japan, reveals a powerful link between toxic advanced glycation end-products (TAGE) and the development of several lifestyle-related diseases (LSRD). Toxic AGEs in Everyday Diets Tied to Widespread Health Risks This group of harmful...

Transfer RNA (tRNA) Fragments and Their Role in Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Transfer RNA Fragments and Inflammation: A New Avenue for Disease Insights In recent years, scientists have increasingly focused on a surprising player in human biology - small fragments of transfer RNA (tRNA), known as tRNA-derived small RNAs (tsRNAs). These tiny RNA segments, discovered through advancements in high-throughput sequencing technology, are now understood to be instrum...

Thailand Medical Study Finds High Dose of Sulbactam with Colistin Lowers Mortality in Deadly Pneumonia

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 days ago

Thailand Medical: Background on Thailand’s Battle Against CRAB A new Thailand medical study has shown promising results for patients suffering from drug-resistant pneumonia caused by the difficult-to-treat bacteria, Acinetobacter baumannii. This bacterium, notorious for its ability to resist antibiotics, has been classified as a critical health threat due to its rapid evolution of drug resis...

COVID-19 Causes Long-term Disruption of the Apelinergic System

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to the Apelinergic System and COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant attention to how viruses, like SARS-CoV-2, impact our bodies in surprising and complex ways. One such pathway involves the apelinergic system, which plays a crucial role in maintaining cardiovascular health, fluid balance, and metabolic regulation. This system includes apelin (AP), a hor...

How Salidroside Helps Protect the Brain After Stroke

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Salidroside, a compound derived from the traditional Chinese herb Rhodiola rosea, has shown potential benefits for those who suffer from cerebral ischemia, a condition often seen in stroke patients. A recent study from Xiyuan Hospital and Guangdong Pharmaceutical University in China has demonstrated how salidroside can support brain recovery by regulating certain pathways...

New Study Finds P1263L Mutation Enhances SARS-CoV-2 Infectivity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Scientists from Tsinghua University, Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, Southern University of Science and Technology, and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China have recently uncovered a significant finding about SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Their focus was on a specific mutation in the spike protein of the virus, called P1263L, that seems to make the virus m...

Brazilian Researchers Expound on Pomolic Acid's Cancer-Fighting Potential

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 days ago

Herbs and Phytochemicals: Pomolic acid, a pentacyclic triterpenoid compound, has gained attention for its powerful anticancer properties. Originally isolated from plants such as Sanguisorba officinalis, pomolic acid has shown effectiveness against various types of cancer cells, including those from breast, lung, and prostate cancers. Researchers from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro-Brazil h...

Interleukin-22 Could Offer a New Hope for Schizophrenia Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Exploring the Role of Cytokines in Schizophrenia Researchers at Patton State Hospital in California-USA have presented a novel theory on schizophrenia, suggesting that interleukin-22 (IL-22) may be key to addressing the complexities of this condition. IL-22, a cytokine produced by specific immune cells, appears to have a role in regulating the body’s barriers, like the gut lini...

Latest updates show that a new SARS-CoV-2 variant called MV.1 is likely to be the next contender to XEC variant

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: The global landscape of SARS-CoV-2 variants continues to evolve, with the latest updates suggesting that a new SARS-CoV-2 variant called MV.1 may soon pose a significant challenge to the current dominant XEC variant. https://cov-spectrum.org/explore/World/AllSamples/Past6M/variants?nextcladePangoLineage=MV.1& Latest updates show that a new SARS-CoV-2 variant called MV...

Ubiquitin Proteasome System as a New Target to Fight Influenza A Virus

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) has remained a serious global health concern, responsible for annual flu outbreaks and major health issues. With the virus constantly evolving, developing resistance to existing antiviral medications has become a growing challenge. Researchers are now exploring new therapeutic strategies. This Medical News report discusses a novel approach targeting the ubiqui...

Turkish Study Finds That Colchicine Boosts Kidney Health in COVID-19 Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted not only the respiratory system but also other organs, particularly the kidneys. Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication in COVID-19 patients, leading to serious consequences. Researchers from Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Education and Research Hospital in Istanbul have examined the potential benefits of Colchicine, an anti-inflammatory drug, on ...