Thailand Medical News

Scientists Discover Hidden Key to Fighting Severe Flu Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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...