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COVID-19 News: Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), formerly known as Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), is a prevalent condition affecting approximately 25% of the global population. This multifaceted liver disorder encompasses a spectrum of pathological changes, including steatosis (accumulation of fat in the liver), i...
COVID-19 News: As the world grapples with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the development and distribution of vaccines have been central to our collective fight against the virus. However, recent revelations have raised concerns about the safety and composition of some COVID-19 vaccines.
This COVID-19 News report covers a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of...
Dengue News: Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral illness, has continued its relentless march through Laos, leaving devastation in its wake. The latest report from the Lao Ministry of Health brings grim tidings, as one new death has been reported in the last 48 hours, adding to the mounting toll of 18 lives lost to the virus. This tragic fatality was a seven-year-old boy hailing from Vientiane pro...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected millions of lives globally, with a wide range of symptoms and disease severity observed among those infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. From asymptomatic cases to severe respiratory illness and even death, the outcome of a COVID-19 infection can vary significantly.
Recent research conducted by the University of Colorado School of Medic...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has raised many questions and brought to light numerous aspects of human health that were previously unexplored. One such aspect is the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 virus on the male reproductive system, specifically the prostate. Recent research has suggested a link between SARS-CoV-2 infection and the deterioration of male benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a co...
AI In Medicine: Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making remarkable strides in various medical fields, and the latest breakthrough comes from German scientists who have developed a revolutionary AI tool for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging. This innovative AI solution offers a fully automated, user-friendly, and objective approach to detect and evaluate brain tumors, enhancing the qu...
Cancer News: Prostate cancer, one of the most prevalent forms of cancer among men, has been a challenge to treat, especially when it develops resistance to conventional therapies. However, recent research conducted by British scientists has unveiled a promising avenue for reversing drug resistance in prostate cancer by targeting "hijacked" white blood cells. In this Cancer News rep...
COVID-19 News: There has been some emerging speculations in the online community that Iran has been involved in clandestine SARS-CoV-2 research work with the aim of developing new bioweapons that could be deployed to its enemies primarily being Israel, the United States and certain European countries!
While there are no concrete evidence at the moment of these claims, Thailand Medical New...
COVID-19 News: COVID-19, the virus that has upended the world for the past few years, continues to make headlines, and its impact on healthcare systems remains a top concern. In Canada, where autumn has brought forth a wave of infections, COVID-19 hospitalizations have surged to levels not seen since the previous winter. While experts believe that the current situation is manageable and the latest...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: In an era where the prevalence of stroke is steadily increasing, and post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) plagues the lives of countless individuals, the quest for effective remedies has intensified. PSCI is a debilitating condition that encompasses a spectrum of cognitive deficits, from mild impairment to severe dementia, significantly impacting the quality of life fo...
Glaucoma News: The optic nerve, a vital component of our visual system, is a complex structure composed of glial cells, blood vessels, and axons that include myelin and axoplasm. In glaucoma, a devastating eye condition, it's crucial to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying optic nerve degeneration, as axonal degeneration typically precedes the death of retinal ganglion cells. This Gl...
Dengue News: Dengue fever continues to pose a significant threat in Vietnam, with Hanoi experiencing a surge in dengue cases through October, alongside the announcement that Vietnam is set to join Japanese dengue vaccine trials. The growing concern around the dengue outbreak has prompted local health officials to take action, both in raising awareness and exploring potential solutions to combat th...
COVID-19 News: Research findings from a recent Italian study has sent shockwaves through the scientific and medical communities, shedding light on a new aspect of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The study, conducted by the University of Insubria-Italy, Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri, IRCCS-Italy and Hospital S. Maria della Misericordia- Italy has revealed a significant and previously unnotice...
COVID-19 News: Thailand health authorities reported that a mere 124 individuals had seek treatments for COVID-19 at hospitals across Thailand for the week 8th to 14 of October 2023. The same report also stated that only 3 individuals died from COVID-19 for the same period!
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Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a progressive optic neuropathy, is a leading cause of blindness when left untreated. It is often associated with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) and primarily affects the elderly. However, recent research has shown that factors beyond IOP, including immunological factors such as heat shock proteins (HSPs), may contribute to the development of the disease. This Glaucoma...
Dengue News: The capital city of Islamabad, along with its twin city Rawalpindi, is currently grappling with a devastating surge in dengue fever cases, causing widespread concern among experts. As Pakistan enters the most conducive season for the transmission of the virus, there are growing fears that a new, more pathogenic genotype of the Dengue Virus Type 2 (DenV-2) might be responsible for the ...
COVID-19 News: The United Kingdom is grappling with a concerning surge in COVID-19 cases as hospitalizations have increased by a staggering 24 percent in just one week. Additionally, the test positivity rate currently stands at 17.4 percent, posing significant challenges to the country's healthcare system. This alarming situation coincides with the rapid spread of the new Pirola variant, also ...
COVID-19 News: In the ongoing battle against COVID-19, researchers from the University of Cambridge in the UK, the US National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, the University of Sheffield in the UK, Imperial College London in the UK, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, and University College London have made a significant breakthrough. Their study covered in this COVID-19...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has been an unprecedented global health crisis. As researchers continue to unravel the intricacies of this viral infection, the immune response, particularly T cell-mediated immunity, has emerged as a central player in the battle against COVID-19. Understanding the nuanced behavior of different T cell subsets during ...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a debilitating gastrointestinal disorder characterized by chronic inflammation, affecting millions of people worldwide. Despite extensive research, the exact cause of IBD remains elusive. It is now widely accepted that the interplay between genetic, immunological, and environmental factors is at the heart of this heterogeneous disease. ...
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, often regarded as the leading cause of blindness worldwide after cataracts, remains a challenging condition to diagnose and treat. It is a multifactorial degenerative optic neuropathy characterized by the loss of retinal ganglion cells and irreversible damage to the visual field. Glaucoma's complexity arises from the interaction of various factors, including genetics, ...
Dengue News: Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral infection, has become a growing global concern. Among the five serotypes of the dengue virus, DENV-2 stands out as the most evolved and virulent strain that causes more disease severity. Its increasing prevalence poses a severe threat to human health, emphasizing the urgent need for effective therapeutic measures. While specific anti-dengue drugs a...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a significant wave of genetic evolution within the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The continuous replacement of viral lineages with new variants has puzzled scientists and raised questions about the driving forces behind these mutations. Traditionally, the immune system's role in shaping viral evolution has been a central focus. However, emerging resea...
COVID-19 News: As the world grapples with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, medical professionals are encountering a growing number of long-term health complications related to SARS-CoV-2 infections. In a startling revelation, British physicians are now sounding the alarm about a rare, but significant condition that appears to emerge following COVID-19 infections: sarcoidosis. In this COVID-19 News r...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Diabetic nephropathy (DN) is a severe microvascular complication of diabetes mellitus, characterized by proteinuria and progressive renal function deterioration. Despite the use of anti-hyperglycemic and anti-hypertensive medications, there are limited therapeutic options available for Diabetic nephropathy (DN). This lack of effective treatments often leads to end-stage r...
Tuberculosis-TB News: Tuberculosis (TB) has raised a red flag in London, with the capital experiencing a surge in cases, reaching levels not seen in years. This alarming development comes as experts raise concerns about the global struggle to eradicate this infectious disease. The latest data released by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) paints a grim picture, with 471 TB infections reported i...
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a progressive optic neurodegenerative disease, remains a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. Central to its pathogenesis is the loss of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs), primarily induced by pathologically high intraocular pressure (IOP). A recent study covered in this Glaucoma News report, conducted at Zhejiang University in China has shed new light on the cru...
H5N1 News: Cambodia is facing a growing public health crisis as it grapples with a sudden resurgence of H5N1 avian flu, with a second death recorded within a week, and 7 more suspected cases under investigation. This alarming development has raised concerns about the possibility of human-to-human transmission and the need for urgent measures to contain the outbreak.
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Dengue News: Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral disease, continues to afflict populations in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. With more than 120 countries grappling with the endemicity of dengue, Asia shoulders the brunt of this global burden. In recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic has inadvertently impacted dengue cases, causing significant surges in many countries. The resurgence of...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on our world, not only in terms of public health but also in the realm of mental health. While much attention has been focused on the physical toll of the virus, a German study conducted during the second wave of the pandemic has unveiled a startling revelation: SARS-CoV-2 infections may be a trigger for the new onset of psychiatric d...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted global health and well-being, with certain populations facing an increased risk of severe illness and death when infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Among these vulnerable groups are individuals with pre-existing conditions, such as chronic lung diseases, obesity, and smokers. Recent research conducted at Northwestern University in Ch...
BA.2.86 News: The new 2.86 variant that is antigenically different from the Omicron variant as a result of more than 30 new mutations on it, is in a state of rapid evolution despite earlier claims by some Western ‘experts’ on the X platform that is it not mutating that fast!
The B.2.86 variant initially spawned the 2.86.1 offspring.
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Glaucoma News: The loss of vision resulting from damage to the optic nerve is a major concern for individuals suffering from conditions like glaucoma, traumatic optic neuropathy, or optic neuritis. These conditions can lead to the death of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) and other retinal neurons, ultimately causing irreversible vision impairment and blindness. Understanding the precise mechanisms t...
Herbs and Phytochemicals: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the Key Laboratory of Marine Drugs at the Ocean University of China and the Medical Research Center at the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University have found that wedelolactone (WDL), a natural coumarin compound extracted from medicinal plants Eclipta Alba (False Daisy) and Wedelia Calendulacea, has the potential to inhibi...
Dengue News: Dengue, a mosquito-borne viral disease, has gripped the Indian state of West Bengal in an unprecedented manner, with a staggering increase of nearly 25,000 cases within a month. This alarming surge has sent shockwaves through the healthcare system, public health officials, and the local population.
While the capital city, Kolkata, has seen a comparatively lower number of ...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has left an indelible mark on global health. While primarily recognized for its respiratory symptoms, COVID-19 has demonstrated its ability to affect virtually all organs in the human body. Among its various manifestations, neurological symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, loss of taste and smell, brain fog, and neuropathic pain...
H5N1 News: The resurgence of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in various turkey and chicken farms across the United States has raised concerns about its impact on the poultry industry and the potential threat to Thanksgiving meals.
The outbreaks in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Utah have put commercial poultry flocks at risk, and experts fear that...
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma is a complex group of optic neuropathies that lead to irreversible vision loss and blindness, and its prevalence has been on the rise, posing a significant burden to global healthcare systems. In 2020, nearly 118 million people worldwide had glaucoma, and this number is expected to skyrocket to over 600 million by 2040! The disease is characterized by progressive retinal ga...
Dengue News: Health authorities in Florida are raising the alarm as the incidence of dengue fever shows a worrying upward trend in the southern part of the state. The Florida Health Department has been diligently monitoring the rise in dengue cases throughout 2023, with a significant spike observed during week 40. The disease, caused by the dengue virus and transmitted through infected mosquitoes,...
COVID-19 News: The emergence of COVID-19, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has brought forth a myriad of clinical challenges, from asymptomatic infections to life-threatening complications.
One perplexing complication associated with COVID-19 is Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), sharing clinical features with the well-kno...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, triggered by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has left an indelible mark on the world since its emergence in 2020. Over the years, extensive research has highlighted the virus's impact on various aspects of human health. Beyond the commonly recognized symptoms such as cough, fever, and respiratory issues, it has become incr...
COVID-19 News: Not only is the United Kingdom witnessing a prolonged and continuous COVID-19 surge but recently COVID-19 hospitalizations are also increasing despite claims by many of their own experts that there is no COVID-19 surge or that the current SARS-CoV-2 sub-lineages are mild! Maybe the given reason there is an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations is because the Brits love the teas spre...
Dengue News: Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral illness, has been making headlines in Caracas, Venezuela, with an alarming increase in reported cases. The latest statistics reveal a staggering 37% rise in dengue infections within just one week, prompting concerns among health authorities and the general population.
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COVID-19 News: In an alarming discovery via meta-analysis of various published studies and case reports, it has been has discovered that SARS-CoV-2 infections can lead to brain calcifications,…. which in rare cases, develop rapidly over a short period of time but in most cases…over a long period of time after an individual has got exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus!
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Herbs And Phytochemicals: Cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide, with conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy often accompanied by undesirable side effects. In recent years, natural products have garnered attention as a promising alternative for cancer treatment due to their comparatively lower side effects.
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HCPS Sin Nombre Hantavirus: In the realm of infectious diseases, the unpredictability of nature has always kept scientists and healthcare professionals on their toes. From the bubonic plague to Spanish flu to the COVID-19 pandemic, history has shown that pathogens have the potential to reshape the course of human civilization. While COVID-19 remains a global challenge, another potential threat loo...
Dengue News: Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral disease, has been wreaking havoc in various regions of India, with a concerning surge in cases that has left authorities grappling with the challenges of prolonged recovery times and regional hotspots. As the dengue season continues to pose a significant health threat, it is imperative to explore the latest developments and concerns surrounding thi...
Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, a group of degenerative diseases affecting the optic nerve, is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. With a prevalence of approximately 3.5% in individuals over the age of 40, glaucoma poses a significant global health challenge. Primary angle-closure glaucoma is especially prevalent among Asian populations, and its early diagnosis and treatment are essent...
COVID-19 News: The emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative agent of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), has created unprecedented challenges for healthcare systems and economies worldwide. The rapid evolution of new viral strains, exemplified by the Omicron variant, has further complicated efforts to develop effective antiviral strategies. While va...
H5N1 News: In a tragic but alarming turn of events, Cambodia is grappling with the news of a 50-year-old man's death from H5N1 avian influenza, marking the second fatality from this virus within the country this year. The man's demise occurred in the early hours of October 8th, sending shockwaves through the region. While the victim's identity remains undisclosed, it is known that he h...
Tuberculosis-TB News: New York City, often considered the epicenter of innovation, diversity, and opportunity, is facing an unexpected and alarming challenge in 2023. The city, which has historically been a beacon of hope for countless individuals from around the world, is now grappling with a resurgence of tuberculosis (TB) cases. The preliminary data reveals a dramatic increase, with over 500 ac...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Cancer, a leading cause of death worldwide, is characterized by uncontrolled cellular growth and has a multifactorial etiology involving genetics, environment, and lifestyle factors, and continues to claim towering mortality and morbidity. Contemporary anticancer therapy has proved beneficial during the early stages of cancer; however, it suffers limitations about the sid...
COVID-9 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on global health, leaving millions of individuals with lingering symptoms even after recovery from the initial infection. Termed "long COVID" or Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), these persistent symptoms encompass a wide range of physical and neurological issues, such as fatigue, brain fog, insomnia, anxiety...
Glaucoma News: Primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is a progressive eye disease characterized by optic nerve damage and visual field loss, often leading to irreversible blindness if left untreated. Understanding the intricate mechanisms underlying this condition is crucial for its early diagnosis and effective management. Recent research conducted by the Morsani College of Medicine at the Universit...
Dengue News: In a surprising turn of events, the Ministry of Health and Wellness in Barbados has officially declared a dengue fever outbreak within the country, sending alarm bells ringing throughout the Caribbean and beyond. The Chief Medical Officer, Dr Kenneth George, revealed that the ominous threshold was crossed at the end of September, with a staggering 518 cases reported. This statistic re...