Thailand Medical News

Melatonin Shows Promise in Controlling Chronic Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 12 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to Melatonin and Tumor Necrosis Factor Chronic inflammation is a condition that affects millions of people globally, often leading to debilitating diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and even neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's. At the heart of this inflammatory response lies a molecule called Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF), a protein produced by imm...

SARS-CoV-2 Unevenly Affects Metabolism in the Peripheral Regions of the Lungs

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 12 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has reshaped how the world perceives infectious diseases. While its effects are widely felt, the virus’s specific impacts on different parts of the body, especially the lungs, remain a subject of intense research. The lungs, as the primary site of infection, exhibit a range of damages that extend from mild inflammation to severe complic...

132 Deaths and 6,000 Cases of Measles in Pakistan’s Sindh Province

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 12 days ago

Medical News: Measles Resurgence in Sindh - A Growing Crisis The Sindh province of Pakistan is grappling with a severe measles outbreak, which has so far claimed 132 lives and affected over 6,000 individuals. Health authorities are overwhelmed as cases surge daily, with hospitals struggling to manage the influx of patients. Alarmingly, even healthcare workers are contracting the disease, raising ...

Anticoagulant Therapy Benefits in Non-COVID-19 Pneumonia Patients

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 12 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by a team of international researchers sheds light on the life-saving potential of anticoagulant therapy for patients suffering from non-COVID-19 pneumonia. The research team comprised experts from the Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the Seventh Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing-China, the University of Pittsb...

Promising Hope from Sturgeon Oil for Respiratory Health

Nikhil Prasad Jan 03, 2025 12 days ago

Medical News: A Natural Solution for Respiratory Infections Acute respiratory infections (ARIs) are a major concern globally, causing immense health and economic challenges. These infections, which include diseases caused by SARS-CoV-2 (the virus responsible for COVID-19), Influenza A virus (IAV), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), have long plagued public health systems worldwide. Despite ad...

Doctors Warn That HMPV Can Trigger Deaths in Children With COVID-19!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

HMPV News: The Hidden Danger of Coinfections The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light numerous complications and coinfections that can significantly worsen outcomes in patients. Among these, the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) has emerged as a potential silent killer, especially in children already infected with SARS-CoV-2. Researchers from North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences in Iran hav...

The Phytochemical Gamma-Fagarine from the Root of Zanthoxylum Bungeanum is an Effective Antiviral Against HMPV

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Thailand HMPV News: A New Hope Against a Persistent Respiratory Threat Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common yet dangerous respiratory pathogen that affects individuals of all ages worldwide. Particularly severe in young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals, HMPV has been linked to conditions ranging from mild respiratory symptoms to severe bronchiolitis and pneumonia. Despi...

Neuropilin One Glycosylation Role in COVID-19 Infection

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: Neuropilin One and Its Significance in COVID-19 A breakthrough study by researchers from RayBiotech Inc., University of Georgia-USA, and Weill Cornell Medical School-USA has unraveled critical insights into the role of Neuropilin-1 (NRP1) in SARS-CoV-2 infection. This receptor, long known for its role in vascular and neural functions, has emerged as a significant player in the entry...

Innovative Ultrasound Therapy for Glioblastoma Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is one of the most aggressive and challenging brain tumors to treat. Known for its invasive growth and resistance to conventional therapies, GBM has left researchers worldwide seeking more effective treatment strategies. Despite advancements in surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, the average survival rate remains less than two years for most patient...

Ottimo Pharma Advances in the Race to Revolutionize Cancer Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Pharma News: David Epstein, a seasoned veteran in the pharmaceutical industry, had decided to retire after selling Seagen, a leading cancer drug company, to Pfizer for a staggering $43 billion. After an illustrious career that included pivotal roles at Novartis and Flagship Pioneering, Epstein planned to take a step back and guide budding biotechs from the sidelines. However, a compelling proposal...

Online Media Claim That China Has Declared a Health Emergency and That Hospitals and Crematoriums Are Overflowing! Is It True?

James Josh Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: In the last 36 hours, ever since a few unreliable X (previously Twitter) accounts covering stories about SARS-CoV-2 run by Colombians, Indians, Pakistanis, Turkish, Taiwanese and British individuals made claims that China has declared a National Emergency as a result of rising respiratory infections and that hospitals and crematoriums are overflowing, many online media are also erron...

In Anticipation of a Global Major Disease Outbreak, India Sets Up New Quarantine Centers at All International Airports

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Healthcare News: Strengthening National Health Security India has taken a major step to safeguard its population against the threat of global disease outbreaks by establishing new quarantine centers at all international airports. These facilities aim to isolate and monitor travelers arriving from abroad who display symptoms of potentially dangerous infectious diseases. This proactive initiative i...

Epigenetic Role of Endocrine Disruptors in Breast Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: The global fight against breast cancer has taken an alarming turn with new research revealing how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) influence epigenetics and increase the risk of breast cancer. The findings provide critical insights into the molecular pathways through which these environmental pollutants disrupt normal cell function. Scientists from the Amity Institute of Biotech...

ALCAM Identified as a Key Entry Factor in Severe Pneumonia Caused by Human Adenovirus B

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: Severe community-acquired pneumonia (SCAP) caused by human adenovirus species B (HAdV-B) represents a growing health concern. Although adenoviruses usually cause mild respiratory infections, HAdV-B has emerged as a key pathogen linked to serious pneumonia cases affecting both children and adults. Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, ShanghaiTech Universi...

Heparan Sulfate and SARS-CoV-2 Evolution

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: Recent groundbreaking research has shed light on the role of heparan sulfate in SARS-CoV-2 infection, focusing on the evolutionary adaptations of the virus. Conducted by scientists from the University of Münster, the University of Milan, the University of Liverpool, and other prestigious institutions, the study delves into how these adaptations enhance the virus’s ability ...

Folate Levels and Stroke Risk

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: A recent landmark study has illuminated a significant relationship between serum folate concentrations and the risk of stroke over a 10-year period. The research, conducted by experts from the Department of Cardiology and the Institute of Cardiovascular Disease at Peking University First Hospital, analyzed a community cohort of over 4,900 participants in China. This Medical News repo...

Phytochemical Found in Olive Oil Shows Promise Against Melanoma

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: A New Hope in Cancer Research A groundbreaking study has revealed that a compound found in extra virgin olive oil, known as ligstroside aglycone (LA), may hold potential in combating melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer. Researchers from the University of Louisiana at Monroe-USA and Belmont University in Nashville-USA, conducted the study, focusing on the unique properties of LA a...

Phytochemicals From Euphorbia Peplus Enhances Autophagic Flux and Aids in the Treatment of Neurodegenerative Diseases

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: A Traditional Plant Meets Cutting-Edge Science The field of neurodegenerative disease research has taken a promising turn with the discovery of compounds from the plant Euphorbia peplus, long used in traditional medicine. This unassuming plant, originally native to the Mediterranean region and now found globally, has been the subject of rigorous scientific exploration. Researchers f...

Dutch Study Uncovers Role of Tumor-Infiltrating B Cells in Oral Cancer Prognosis

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Oral Cancer News: Understanding Oral Cancer and Its Challenges Oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma (OCSCC) is one of the most common forms of head and neck cancer. Despite advances in treatment, the five-year survival rate for this disease remains low, particularly for patients diagnosed with advanced-stage cancer. Researchers from Amsterdam UMC and the Cancer Center Amsterdam in the Netherlands ...

Brazilian Study Uncovers Impact of COVID-19 on Voice and Speech

Nikhil Prasad Jan 02, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: A new study has delved deep into the long-term effects of COVID-19, focusing on how the disease impacts voice and speech. Conducted by Brazilian researchers from the São Paulo State University, the University of São Paulo, and Mackenzie Presbyterian University, the study examined acoustic characteristics of voice and speech in individuals who had recovered from COVID-19...

Hormone Therapy Safeguards Muscle Strength in Menopause

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

Medical News: Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life marking the end of menstruation, typically occurring between the ages of 44 and 55. While a biological inevitability, menopause brings significant physiological changes, including the decline in estrogen levels. This hormonal shift impacts various aspects of health, notably bone density, muscle mass, and physical strength. For many...

Diet and Fasting in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

Medical News: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most common form of leukemia in the Western world. This condition is marked by the gradual accumulation of abnormal B lymphocytes, which proliferate uncontrollably in the blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and spleen. CLL often affects older adults, with a median diagnosis age of 70 years, but younger individuals can also develop the disease. ...

Tryptamines as a Potential Weapon Against Fibrosis

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

Medical News: Recent research highlights an exciting prospect for treating fibrosis in chronic diseases using naturally occurring tryptamines. These substances, long misunderstood as recreational drugs, are now under scientific scrutiny for their potential therapeutic effects. A published study review has shed light on how endogenous tryptamines, particularly N-dimethylated tryptamines, may hold t...

HMPV is Adapt at Viral Persistence, Hiding in Lung Neural Fibers and Reactivated by Glucocorticoid Treatments

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

HMPV News: Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) has emerged as a fascinating yet troubling respiratory virus, showing a remarkable ability to persist within the lungs by hiding in neural fibers. Researchers from the University of Georgia, Athens, and the University of Canberra, Australia, have collaborated to unravel the intricate mechanisms behind HMPV’s persistence and its reactivation triggered b...

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Can Impair the Central Nervous System!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

HMPV News: Introduction to the Hidden Threat Human metapneumovirus (hMPV), a respiratory virus known for causing acute lower respiratory infections, has recently been implicated in causing damage beyond the lungs. A groundbreaking study from researchers at the Millennium Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, has shed light on how hMPV can impac...

Chilean Case Study Shows That Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Infections Can Cause Fatal Hemorrhagic Pneumonia

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

HMPV News: A study from Chile has revealed that human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory pathogen, can lead to fatal hemorrhagic pneumonia even in previously healthy individuals. This alarming discovery highlights the need for greater awareness and understanding of HMPV infections, particularly in pediatric populations. Chilean Case Study Shows That Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Infections Can...

Sustained Effects of SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein on Human Endothelial Cells

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to a Silent Threat The SARS-CoV-2 virus, the agent responsible for the global COVID-19 pandemic, has been a subject of intense scrutiny. While it is commonly associated with respiratory complications, a growing body of research highlights its profound effects on the vascular system. A study conducted by researchers from the University of Bern-Switzerland, Aarhus Universi...

SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein Interacts with 12 Liver Proteins, Reactivates HBV and Activates Pre-Cancerous Pathways!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 14 days ago

Medical News: Recent research has uncovered alarming interactions between the SARS-CoV-2 Spike (S) protein and the human liver, revealing its potential role in reactivating hepatitis B virus (HBV) and initiating pre-cancerous molecular pathways. This groundbreaking study, conducted by Giovanni Colonna from the Medical Informatics Unit at the University of Campania in Naples, Italy, has shed light ...

Columbia University Study Finds That The Phytochemical Ginkgolic Acid Can Inhibit Human Metapneumovirus Infectivity

Nikhil Prasad Jan 01, 2025 15 days ago

HMPV News: Human respiratory syncytial virus (hRSV) and human metapneumovirus (hMPV) are two of the most significant members of the Pneumoviridae family, notorious for causing severe respiratory infections. These viruses predominantly affect vulnerable groups such as infants, young children, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised patients. Despite advancements in medical research, treatment op...

Emerging Novel Lineages of Human Metapneumovirus in China Mark the Start of 2025!

James Josh Dec 31, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: Rising Infections and Initial Reports In late December 2024, alarming reports from China highlighted a surge in respiratory infections and pneumonia cases. Initial speculation pointed to influenza strains, such as H1N1, or new variants of the flu. However, subsequent investigations revealed that the culprit was Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a pathogen less commonly discussed but incr...