Thailand Medical News

Magnesium and Heart Health

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: Magnesium, an essential nutrient, has gained attention for its role in cardiovascular health. For decades, this mineral was overlooked, but recent studies have revealed its importance in preventing heart-related conditions. A new study sheds light on how magnesium impacts heart health, why many of us might not be getting enough, and what we can do about it. Magnesium and Heart H...

South Korean Scientists Discover That Rosmarinic Acid from Echium Amoenum Can Help Combat Gastric Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: Gastric cancer is a leading health challenge, ranking as the fifth most prevalent cancer globally and one of the deadliest. It often remains undetected until advanced stages, making effective treatments a significant concern. Scientists from Sun Moon University in South Korea have uncovered promising natural agents against this disease: Echium amoenum, a traditional medicinal plant, ...

Polish Researchers Find That Cenobamate Brings Hope to Epilepsy Patients

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: A New Era in Epilepsy Treatment Epilepsy, a neurological condition that affects millions globally, often leaves patients grappling with seizures despite medication. Researchers from Lipinski University in Poland and the Medical University of Lublin have brought forth promising findings on cenobamate, a newly approved antiseizure medication. Polish Researchers Find That Cenobama...

Russian Scientist Turn to Grapefruit Vesicles to Transform Colon Cancer Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Scientists from the St. Petersburg Nuclear Physics Institute of the National Research Centre “Kurchatov Institute” and the Institute of Cytology of the Russian Academy of Sciences have developed an innovative approach to boost antitumor immunity. They utilized grapefruit-derived vesicles (GEVs) as a delivery system for recombinant HSP70, a protein known for its ability to...

The Overlooked Role of Fat in Prostate Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: How Adipose Tissue Drives Cancer Progression A groundbreaking review from researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center-USA has shed light on a crucial yet underexplored aspect of prostate cancer progression: the role of adipose tissue. The research underscores that the fat surrounding our organs, especially in obese individuals, could be a significant player in cancer gro...

Cornell Study Finds That CD8+ T Cell Exhaustion Plays a Critical Role in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a severe condition affecting millions globally. Symptoms include extreme fatigue, cognitive challenges, muscle pain, and worsening symptoms after physical or mental exertion, known as post-exertional malaise. Despite its debilitating nature, no FDA-approved treatments exist, and the underlying cause remains elusive. ...

Scientists in China Find That Fasting Helps in Combating Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide, marked by rapid, uncontrolled cell growth. While traditional therapies like chemotherapy and radiotherapy have been effective, they come with significant challenges, including side effects and resistance. Recent research highlights fasting as a promising addition to these treatments, particularly in improving patient outcomes and red...

COVID-19 Causes Gene Expression Changes in Immune Cells

Nikhil Prasad Dec 08, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, Universidad de Antioquia, and Corporación Universitaria Remington in Medellín, Colombia, has provided novel insights into the intricate immune responses triggered by SARS-CoV-2. Through detailed analysis of gene expression in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), the team...

Lycorine's Potential as a Treatment for Liver Disease

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) has become the most common chronic liver condition worldwide, affecting millions. With its potential to progress into severe liver complications requiring transplants, MASLD poses significant health and economic challenges globally. Despite its widespread impact, effective medications for this disease remain scarce. L...

Repurposed Cancer Drugs Offer Hope for Glioblastoma Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: A New Approach to Tackling Glioblastoma Glioblastoma (GB) is one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer, notorious for its high fatality rates and resistance to conventional treatments. A groundbreaking study led by researchers from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, the Paulo Niemeyer Brain Institute, and Fiocruz in Brazil, suggests that combining two existing drugs, O...

HOXA11AS and its Role in Pancreatic Cancer Progression

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Understanding Pancreatic Cancer Challenges Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is among the deadliest cancers globally. Despite advances in treatment, survival rates remain alarmingly low, particularly when the disease spreads to lymph nodes. Researchers from Sapporo Medical University in Japan have uncovered how a molecule called HOXA11-AS may contribute to the aggressive natur...

Taiwanese Scientists Discover Beneficial Properties of Red Algae for Scar Prevention and Skin Regeneration

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to a Marine Miracle A groundbreaking study by researchers from various esteemed institutions in Taiwan has shed light on the extraordinary potential of Botryocladia leptopoda, a red macroalga, in enhancing skin health. This seaweed, found along the coasts of Taiwan, is rich in bioactive compounds that offer significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-regenerati...

Phytochemical from Gerbera Piloselloides Shows Promise for Colorectal Cancer Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study by scientists from Jianghan University, Wuhan, China, has identified a compound with significant potential to fight colorectal cancer. The researchers focused on Gerbera piloselloides, a traditional Chinese medicinal plant, to explore its therapeutic properties. The team successfully isolated seven compounds, including a powerful phytcochemical named cyclobrach...

The Role of G3BP in SARS-CoV-2 Replication

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, University of Copenhagen in Denmark, and University of Tartu in Estonia have unveiled pivotal insights into how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, manipulates human cellular mechanisms to replicate efficiently. The study provides a deep dive into the interaction between the virus's nucleocapsid (N) protein and a h...

German Scientists Call for Recognition of Post-Acute COVID-19 Vaccination Syndrome (PACVS) as a Medical Condition

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to PACVS German researchers from the Central Institute of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics at the Medical Faculty, Heinrich Heine University, Düsseldorf, are urging global health authorities to officially recognize a chronic condition known as Post-Acute COVID-19 Vaccination Syndrome (PACVS). This condition, they argue, shares striking similarities wit...

COVID-19 increases the risk of lung cancer!

Nikhil Prasad Dec 07, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Researchers are uncovering new health concerns about COVID-19 beyond its acute symptoms. Recent studies suggest the possibility of a link between COVID-19 infection and an increased risk of lung cancer. A new study explores the connection, delving into long-term effects, molecular pathways, and shared mechanisms between the two conditions. The findings are from Northern Border ...

The Hidden Health Threat of Microplastics and Nanoplastics

Nikhil Prasad Dec 06, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) are tiny particles that have emerged as a significant environmental threat. These plastics are not only prevalent in the oceans but have also entered the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. A recent study sheds light on how these particles affect our health, focusing on inflammation and aging. Researchers from Florida State U...

Hospitals Strain Under Rising Respiratory Infections in Cyprus

Nikhil Prasad Dec 06, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: As winter deepens, hospitals are grappling with an increasing load of respiratory infections that are filling both adult and children’s wards across Cyprus. Emergency departments are seeing a surge in daily cases, putting immense pressure on healthcare facilities. Hospitals Strain Under Rising Respiratory Infections in Cyprus Seasonal Infections on the Rise Public hosp...

COVID-19 Causes Dyslipidemia in Those with Diabetes, Increasing Risk for Atherosclerotic Complications

Nikhil Prasad Dec 06, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: New research sheds light on a concerning link between COVID-19 and metabolic health in individuals with diabetes. The study highlights how the infection can lead to long-term cholesterol imbalances, increasing the risk of heart and vascular diseases. COVID-19 Causes Dyslipidemia in Those with Diabetes, Increasing Risk for Atherosclerotic Complications Diabetes and COVID-19: A Risk...

Latest American Study Validates That Brain Changes Linked to Long COVID Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Dec 06, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)-USA has shed light on how Long COVID is linked to structural changes in the brain caused by SARS-CoV-2. By using advanced imaging techniques, the team discovered structural changes in the brains of individuals with Long COVID, including increased cortical thickness and gray matter volume in sp...

Italian Study Highlights Increased Intracranial Abnormalities in Newborns Exposed to SARS-CoV-2

Nikhil Prasad Dec 06, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted at San Marco University Hospital in Catania, Sicily, Italy, has revealed new insights into the potential impacts of SARS-CoV-2 on newborns. Researchers from this hospital and the University of Ferrara carried out an ultrasonographic analysis on newborns exposed to the virus, highlighting a significant incidence of minor intracranial abnormalities comp...

Betalains for Better Health

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 21 days ago

Thailand Health News: Betalains are vibrant pigments found in certain fruits and vegetables like beets, dragon fruit, and prickly pear cactus. Known for their rich red, purple, and yellow hues, betalains are more than just natural colorants - they come packed with health benefits. Researchers from Londrina State University, Brazil, have delved into their potential to improve human health. This Tha...

Serbian Scientists Explore Healing Power of Nettle Leaves in Kidney Health

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Institute for Medical Research at the University of Belgrade, Serbia, have conducted groundbreaking research on the potential benefits of Urtica dioica L., commonly known as stinging nettle, in treating kidney damage associated with hypertension. In collaboration with the Institute of Pathology, University of Belgrade, they explored how the extract of this plant ...

Russian Scientists Develop Multiple Enzybiotics Protocol for Hard-to-Treat Bacterial Infections

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: Antibiotic resistance is a growing global crisis, leading to infections that are harder to treat and, in some cases, life-threatening. A team of researchers from the N.F. Gamaleya National Research Centre for Epidemiology and Microbiology, Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, and the Faculty of Biology at M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University in Russia have explored a gro...

Post COVID Fever and Autonomic Dysfunction

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: A new study sheds light on a lesser-known aftereffect of COVID-19 infection. Conducted by researchers from Qilu Hospital of Shandong University and Shandong Rongjun General Hospital in China, the investigation focused on a unique post-COVID-19 condition: recurrent fever associated with autonomic dysfunction. This condition, which involves the autonomic nervous system responsible for ...

Understanding the Role of Podoplanin in Glioblastoma Progression

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: Glioblastoma multiforme, commonly known as GBM, is one of the deadliest brain tumors affecting thousands worldwide. Characterized by its aggressive nature, GBM is classified as a Grade 4 astrocytic glioma. This tumor predominantly affects adults aged 55 to 84 and has a grim prognosis, with only about 10% of patients surviving beyond two years post-diagnosis. The condition presents nu...

Spanish scientists identify plasma proteins that can be used as predictors of COVID-19 disease severity

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and collaborators have identified a set of plasma proteins that could revolutionize how we diagnose and manage COVID-19. These proteins, 14 in total, demonstrate strong potential as prognostic markers for predicting disease severity. By leveraging advanced proteomics and machine learning, this st...

SARS-CoV-2 Uses Heme and Complement Factor H for Immune Evasion

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study reveals a novel mechanism through which SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, manipulates the human immune system. Researchers Stefanos A. Tsiftsoglou from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and Eleni Gavriilaki from Hippocration General Hospital have uncovered a unique interplay between heme, a critical molecule in the body, and Complement Factor H...

Vietnam Reports 18-Year-Old Male Being Infected with H5N1 Avian Flu

Nikhil Prasad Dec 05, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: A Rare Case in Long An Province In a concerning development, Vietnam has reported a new human infection with the H5N1 avian influenza virus. The patient, an 18-year-old man from Tan An City in Long An Province, is being treated in Ho Chi Minh City after being diagnosed with severe respiratory symptoms, including pneumonia. Health authorities are closely monitoring the case, which ma...

S1 Subunit of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein Can Impact Over 60,000 Human Proteins and 2,500 Biological Processes!

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: A revolutionary study led by Giovanni Colonna from the Unit of Medical Informatics at the University of Campania, Italy, has unveiled the astonishing impact of the S1 subunit of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein on human biology. This research sheds light on how a single viral protein engages with over 60,000 human proteins and influences more than 2,500 biological processes, offering new...

SARS-CoV-2 Can Infect the Retinal Pigment Epithelium and Impair Vision Over Time

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study has revealed new insights into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, affects the eyes, particularly the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). The study was conducted by researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)-USA, including the Stein Eye Institute and the David Geffen School of Medicine, in collaboration with the University o...

Sri Lankan Case Study Shows That COVID-19 Can Cause Tracheobronchial Amyloidosis

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: Understanding Tracheobronchial Amyloidosis A rare and complex disease, tracheobronchial amyloidosis (TBA), has emerged in a medical case study as potentially linked to post-COVID conditions. Researchers from the University Medical Unit at Colombo South Teaching Hospital, the Respiratory Unit at National Hospital of Sri Lanka, and the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of ...

Case Study Highlights That COVID-19 Can Cause Massive Aortic Rupture!

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 22 days ago

Medical News: A recent case report highlights an intriguing link between COVID-19 and a rare cardiovascular condition known as aortic dissection. The study, conducted by researchers from the Infectious Diseases Department at Islamic Azad University of Medical Sciences in Tehran, Iran, and the Health Policy Center at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, describes the case of a 68-year-old Iranian...

Mitochondria and Heart Health

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: A Hidden Key to Cardiac Disease Mitochondria, the tiny energy factories within our cells, play a crucial role in powering the heart. Scientists from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and Hygeia Hospital in Greece have reviewed how mitochondrial dysfunction significantly impacts cardiac health. This Medical News report aims to make this complex topic understandable t...

Canadian Study Finds That Haskap Berries May Help Reduce Lung Cancer Risks Among Smokers

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study highlights the potential of anthocyanin-rich haskap berries (HB) in mitigating the risks of lung cancer associated with smoking. Researchers from Dalhousie University and the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute in Canada have explored how haskap berries (HB) supplementation impacts the harmful effects of 4-(methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl)-1-butanone (NNK...

Turkish Study Explores Possible Link Between Microbiota and Breast Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: Investigating the Hidden Links Between Bacteria and Cancer A groundbreaking study led by researchers from Kocaeli University in Turkey sheds light on the possible role of microbiota in breast cancer. By examining cancerous and normal breast tissues, as well as stool samples from women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, the study delves into how bacterial communities may influ...

ACE2 Role in Tumors and COVID-19 Explored

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from prestigious institutions, including Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg-Germany, the University of Eastern Finland, Charité in Berlin-germany, and Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf-Germany, have unveiled new insights into the angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2). This receptor, vital for SARS-CoV-2 entry into cells, also plays significant roles in t...

Identifying Long COVID with Blood-Based mRNA Signatures

Nikhil Prasad Dec 04, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: Long COVID, a term many have become familiar with, refers to the lingering symptoms experienced by individuals after recovering from COVID-19. A new study has shed light on how molecular changes in the blood may help distinguish those suffering from Long COVID from those fully recovered. The study involved researchers from La Trobe University, Monash University, and the University of...

Dysfunctional Insulin Receptor Signaling System Found to Play Key Role in Chronic Pain and Diabetes in Long COVID Patients

Nikhil Prasad Dec 03, 2024 23 days ago

Medical News: A new study by researchers from Foshan University, China, and the Cancer Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, delves into the intricate relationship between long COVID, diabetes, and chronic pain. The study emphasizes the role of the dysfunctional insulin receptor signaling system (IRSS) in exacerbating these conditions. Patients with diabetes and chronic pai...