Thailand Medical News

Brazilian study shows that Anethole can prevent diabetes-induced nerve damage

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Diabetes News: Researchers from the State University of Ceará, Brazil, have discovered that anethole, a natural compound found in many plants, can prevent nerve damage caused by diabetes. This Diabetes News report delves into their findings. Brazilian study shows that Anethole can prevent diabetes-induced nerve damage Understanding Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic ...

New insights into orthostatic intolerance in long COVID patients

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Long COVID has become a major concern as many people continue to experience symptoms long after recovering from the initial infection. One of the troubling conditions associated with long COVID is orthostatic intolerance (OI), a disorder that affects the autonomic nervous system. This Medical News report explores the findings of a study conducted by researchers from Okayama Universit...

Study finds that Oxylipins play a role in the development and progression of Glaucoma

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness, affects millions globally. Recent research from the Joint Shantou International Eye Center of Shantou University-China and The Chinese University of Hong Kong has uncovered crucial insights into the role of oxylipins in the development and progression of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). This Glaucoma News report delve...

COVID-19 test positivity rate in Chicago for the week ending July 19 reaches 9.8 percent

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Chicago has seen a notable uptick in COVID-19 cases, with the positivity rate climbing to 9.8% for the week ending July 19, up from 7.6% the previous week. This increase comes amid a broader rise in cases nationwide since the beginning of July. Despite the surge in cases, hospitalizations have only slightly increased but experts warn that it normally anything between one to two ...

Murine study shows how COVID-19 increases risk for stroke

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A recent murine study has unveiled alarming findings about how COVID-19 heightens the risk of stroke. This Medical News report delves into the research led by scientists from Mercer University-Georgia-USA and South University, Georgia-USA, demonstrating the critical impact of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein on cerebrovascular complications. The study's comprehensive analysis reveals...

Metformin shows promise in fatty liver disease and lowering blood fat levels

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences and the University of Bergen-Norway has found that the widely-used diabetes drug metformin could offer significant benefits in treating fatty liver disease. This Medical News report delves into the study's findings. Understanding Fatty Liver Disease Fatty liver disease, known scientifical...

New hope for glioblastoma treatment - Orladeyo shows promise in reducing cerebral edema

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Med News: Glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain tumor, remains one of the most challenging cancers to treat. Traditional therapies often fail due to the tumor's ability to invade surrounding brain tissue. However, a recent study suggests a new approach that could change the landscape of glioblastoma treatment. Researchers from the IIAIGC Study Center in Burlington, VT, USA, propose repurposi...

America facing a shortage of blood culture media bottles; many critical blood tests cannot be conducted

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: In a time when precise and rapid medical diagnostics are crucial, the United States is grappling with a severe shortage of blood culture media bottles. These bottles are essential for conducting critical blood tests that detect infections and guide appropriate treatment plans. The shortage, which has been ongoing for weeks, has prompted urgent warnings from federal health offici...

Hong Kong doctors warn that COVID-19 vaccines can cause severe inflammation of the brain’s blood vessels

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Recent findings from Hong Kong's top medical institutions have raised concerns over a potential link between COVID-19 vaccines and a severe brain inflammation condition known as cerebral amyloid angiopathy-related inflammation (CAA-ri). Doctors from Queen Mary Hospital-Hong Kong, Tung Wah Hospita-Hong Kong l, and the University of California, San Francisco-USA, have reported a no...

German study finds that Oxysterol-binding protein plays a key role in SARS-CoV-2 replication

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have uncovered crucial details about how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, replicates within human cells. This breakthrough focuses on the oxysterol-binding protein (OSBP) and its pivotal role in coronavirus replication. The findings open new avenues for developing antiviral drugs that could potentially combat COVID-19 and oth...

Paris COVID-19 Olympic Games 2024 Updates - Five Australian Swimmers Infected While Event Volunteers Back Out En Masse

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Paris Olympic Games 2024: The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to be a monumental event, promising excitement and international camaraderie. However, a series of COVID-19 infections among the Australian women's water polo team has raised concerns about the health protocols in place. Five team members tested positive, bringing to light the ongoing challenges of managing a large-scale global eve...

Wastewater surveillance shows that Austria is facing a spike in COVID-19 infections

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: As of July 2024, Austria is grappling with a surge in COVID-19 cases driven by new variants of the virus. This resurgence has been closely monitored through wastewater surveillance, revealing a significant increase in infections. Health officials are now urging the public to adhere to vaccination guidelines, emphasizing the importance of booster doses to mitigate severe outcomes. ...

Defensins - The Double-Edged Swords in Colorectal Cancer Progression

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Cancer Updates: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a major global health concern, ranking as the third most common cancer worldwide. The rising incidence among younger adults, those under 50, is particularly alarming. Researchers are investigating the potential links between diet, the gut microbiome, and CRC risk. This Cancer Updates news report explores recent discoveries about human defensins, particula...

The Phytochemical Salidroside from Rhodiola rosea shows promise for bone health

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Discovering a Natural Remedy for Bone Health Researchers from various institutions have uncovered promising new insights into a natural compound, salidroside, which shows significant potential in promoting bone health and preventing osteoporosis. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report delves into the findings of a comprehensive review on the subject, shedding light on...

A new look at ANCA-associated vasculitis and its impact on hearing

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Poland Unveil Important Findings on Ear Involvements in Vasculitis In a recent study conducted by researchers at the Military Institute of Medicine in Warsaw, Poland, significant insights into the aural manifestations of Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (ANCA)-Associated Vasculitis (AAV) were uncovered. This Medical News report explores the findings and implicati...

New insights into how HIV disrupts autophagy and impacts heart health

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

HIV News: HIV has transformed from a death sentence to a manageable chronic condition thanks to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). However, this transformation has brought to light new challenges, including HIV-associated cardiomyopathy (HIVAC). This HIV News report delves into recent research uncovering the intricate relationship between autophagy and HIVAC, shedding light on potential...

Cutting-edge research reveals non-coding RNAs' role in tissue repair and fibrosis

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Fibrosis, a condition characterized by the thickening and scarring of connective tissue, is a common aftermath of chronic injury and disease. Groundbreaking research led by scientists from Tianjin First Central Hospital in China and the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, USA, has unveiled how non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) orchestrate the transformation of fibroblasts into myofibrob...

3,002 COVID-19 deaths in Florida for 2024 so far but new surge with 21,531 cases in first week of July sounds alarms

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: COVID-19 Resurgence in Florida: A Summer Spike Florida is witnessing a troubling resurgence of COVID-19 cases, with the state Department of Health reporting a significant increase in the first week of July. The state recorded 21,531 new cases, marking an 11% rise from the lowest weekly total of 2,390 cases in April. This surge signals one of the highest weekly case counts of the...

New peer reviewed study shows how magnetic fields affect our immune cells

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Magnetic Fields and Your Immune System: What You Need to Know In our modern world, magnetic fields are more prevalent than ever. From the MRI machines used in hospitals to the magnetic levitation trains in some cities, we are constantly exposed to these forces. Cell phone towers are also another source of magnetic waves. But what impact do these static magnetic fields (SMFs) have on...

SARS-CoV-2 induced gut dysbiosis possibly behind growing cases of post-COVID insomnia

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on global health, affecting millions worldwide. One lesser-known consequence of COVID-19 is its potential impact on sleep, particularly in the form of insomnia. Recent research from a team at Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine in Harbin, China, sheds light on how gut microbiota might influence insomnia following COVID-19 infe...

COVID-19 also causes Unilateral Parotitis especially in children

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A new SARS-CoV-2 infection symptom for kids? In a surprising twist, researchers have uncovered a new and rare symptom of COVID-19 in children: unilateral parotitis. This condition, which causes inflammation in one of the parotid glands (the salivary glands located in front of the ears), has been traditionally associated with other viral infections like mumps. However, recent studie...

Northern Manitoba in Canada declares health emergency amid severe nursing shortage

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Nursing News: Acute Nursing Shortage Hits Cree Nation Hard Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, located in northern Manitoba-Canada, has declared a state of emergency due to a critical nursing shortage. Since September 2023, the community’s health centre has been open only for emergency cases, leaving residents in a precarious situation regarding their healthcare needs. However, the situation has w...

University of Maryland study finds that bacteria can form clumps in pleural fluid of the lungs

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from the University of Maryland School of Medicine-USA has revealed fascinating insights into how bacteria behave in the pleural fluid, the fluid surrounding the lungs. This discovery could revolutionize the treatment of thoracic empyema, a severe lung infection. This Medical News report delves into the study's findings and their implications for medical pr...

Blood Microbiota Discovered

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Unraveling the Mystery of Blood Microbiota Italian Scientists from the University of Bari 'Aldo Moro', Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri IRCCS, and eCampus University have embarked on an intriguing journey to explore the presence and role of blood microbiota. Using advanced analytical techniques like real-time PCR, dark field microscopy, and electron microscopy, these res...

Singapore scientists discover that SARS-CoV-2 spike protein undergoes transformation at Golgi complex

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A New Discovery Researchers from Nanyang Technological University and the National Centre for Infectious Diseases in Singapore have made a significant discovery about the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This COVID-19 News report delves into their groundbreaking study, shedding light on how the virus's spike protein changes shape within human cells to that interestingly enables better neutrali...

Hawaii's COVID-19 positivity rate soars amid wastewater concerns

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Rising Positivity Rates and Alarming Wastewater Findings Hawaii is experiencing a significant surge in COVID-19 cases, with the state's positivity rate reaching a concerning 16.3 percent. Hawaii's COVID-19 positivity rate soars amid wastewater concerns Image: Generated by AI Adding to the worry, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported "v...

Monocyte production of C1q enhances CD8+ T cell function against respiratory viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Immunology News: Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine-USA have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how the body fights off respiratory viral infections. This Immunology News report will explore their findings on the role of a protein called C1q, produced by monocytes, in enhancing the function of CD8+ T cells, crucial components of our immune system. T...

The uniqueness of post-COVID lung fibrosis - The increased expression of ATP12A protein

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: In a significant breakthrough, researchers from Michigan State University-USA and the Cleveland Clinic Florida Research & Innovation Center-USA have uncovered new details about lung damage following COVID-19. The study focused on the protein ATP12A and its increased expression in the lungs of patients with post-COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis. This COVID-19 News report delves into t...

An updated pharmaceutical guide to treating Fibromyalgia

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Med News: Understanding Fibromyalgia Syndrome Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a chronic pain condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and various other symptoms, FMS is a complex condition that significantly impacts the quality of life of those affected. This Med News report delves into the latest pharmacolo...

COVID-19 can cause Osteomyelitis of the jaw

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: As the world grapples with the long-term consequences of COVID-19, a silent yet alarming complication has emerged. Recent research reveals a concerning link between COVID-19 and osteomyelitis of the jaw (OMJ). This COVID-19 News report delves into the findings of a systematic review conducted by researchers from institutions across Europe, including the National and Kapodistrian Uni...

SARS-CoV-2 virus triggers airway inflammation by blocking CFTR protein

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A Discovery with Potential Therapeutic Implications Researchers from a consortium of prominent institutions have made a groundbreaking discovery about how COVID-19 causes severe inflammation in the lungs. The study, led by Dr Hung Caohuy and his team at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland-USA, reveals that the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein inhibit...