Thailand Medical News

The Dual Role of cGAS-STING Pathway in COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Dec 31, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: The Foundation of the cGAS-STING Pathway The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected the world, with millions of cases and fatalities reshaping public health priorities. Among the many scientific efforts to understand this disease, researchers have zeroed in on the complex interplay between the virus and the immune system. A significant area of focus is the cyclic GMP-AMP synthase-...

Cases of Stomach Flu Caused by Norovirus Rising Across America

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised the alarm over a significant increase in norovirus cases, commonly referred to as stomach flu, across the United States. Data from early December highlights a concerning rise, with 91 reported outbreaks in just one week. This figure is more than double the numbers recorded in the same period during previous years, r...

Study Finds That Most Omega-3 Supplements Sold in America are of Poor Quality and Have Misleading Labels

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), have long been hailed for their potential health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, reduced inflammation, and better brain function. These essential fats are primarily found in fish oil and other marine-based products, making dietary supplements a popular choice for those lo...

New Hopes for Treating Lung Fibrosis

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is a serious, chronic condition that progressively scars the lungs, making it harder for patients to breathe over time. This disease often leaves individuals struggling with breathlessness and reduced quality of life. Despite decades of research, current medications like nintedanib and pirfenidone only slow the disease's progress, and they work...

Taiwanese Study Uncovers the Benefits of Cassiae Tea for Eye Health in the Elderly and Smartphone Users

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Presbyopia, a natural part of aging, is a common issue affecting millions worldwide. It hampers near vision and is often accompanied by other eye conditions like dry eye syndrome and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). While glasses, contact lenses, and surgical interventions remain the standard treatments, researchers from Taiwan have explored an alternative approach - Cassiae tea....

Neuroinflammation and New Strategies for Brain Health

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Neuroinflammation, a complex biological response in the brain and central nervous system (CNS), plays a pivotal role in many neurological disorders. It is triggered by injuries, infections, or diseases that disturb the brain's balance. While acute neuroinflammation can help the brain recover, chronic neuroinflammation has been linked to severe neurodegenerative diseases such as A...

Cilostazol Mitigates Diabetes Induced Neuropathy and Peripheral Arterial Disease

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: A Breakthrough for Diabetes Complications Diabetes mellitus, a chronic condition affecting millions globally, often brings severe complications over time. Two of the most burdensome are peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and diabetic neuropathy, both of which significantly impair quality of life. Researchers from the Hospital Evangélico de Londrina in Brazil, Pontifícia...

Probiotics, Prebiotics, Synbiotics, and Postbiotics

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: The human body is home to trillions of microorganisms, collectively referred to as the gut microbiome. This ecosystem of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. These tiny organisms play a significant role in digestion, immune regulation, nutrient absorption, and even mental health. However, disruptions to this delicate...

New Zealand Study Unveils Role of Human Cellular Proteins HDAC1 and HDAC2 in Combating Influenza A Virus

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) remains a persistent threat to global health, with the potential to cause pandemics. The virus’ capacity to mutate and spread across species emphasizes the importance of studying its interactions with the host’s immune defenses. Recently, researchers from the University of Otago in New Zealand have shed light on how two key cellular proteins, HDAC1...

Triterpenes as Potential Allies Against Monkeypox (Mpox)

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Monkeypox (Mpox), a zoonotic disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV), has emerged as a significant public health challenge. Initially identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1970, monkeypox was once confined to select African countries. However, the virus has recently made its way into non-endemic regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, prompting global heal...

The Influence of Black Tea Kombucha on Intestinal Microbiota

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Health News: A recent clinical study has explored the health benefits of regular kombucha consumption, specifically focusing on its effects on the gut microbiota of individuals with and without obesity. Conducted by researchers from institutions including Universidade Federal de Viçosa in Brazil, Purdue University in the United States, and Università degli Studi di Padova in Italy, t...

CRTC3 Role in SARS-CoV-2 Replication

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Understanding CRTC3 and its Impact on Virus Replication Researchers from Sichuan University, the Pengzhou People Hospital, and the Kunming Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, have uncovered a significant mechanism that might redefine how we understand and combat SARS-CoV-2. Their study focused on a protein known as CRTC3 (CREB-regulated transcription coactivator 3) an...

ECG as a Tool to Diagnose Respiratory Illnesses Such as COVID-19 and Influenza

Nikhil Prasad Dec 30, 2024 1 month ago

Medical News: Researchers from multiple renowned institutions in South Korea, including the Bionics Research Center at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Korea University of Science and Technology, and Chungnam National University School of Medicine, have achieved a significant milestone in medical diagnostics. They developed an innovative deep learning model that leverages elec...