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Coronavirus News is a section dedicated to the new coronavirus that is causing an epidemic in China and fast spreading globally. The strain of coronavirus called Covid-19 or also commonly called the Wuhan coronavirus is genetically more potent and faster spreading than the SARS coronavirus. Currently teams are working to develop a new vaccine for this new coronavirus while other teams are trying t...

Doctors from Turkey warns that children exposed to SARS-CoV-2 are at risk of acute kidney injury

Nikhil Prasad Jul 22, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: A Troubling Discovery The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people of all ages, but a recent study has revealed a concerning trend among children infected with the virus. Researchers from Dr Sami Ulus Women’s and Children’s Health Training and Research Hospital in Ankara, Turkey, have discovered that acute kidney injury (AKI) is a significant risk for pediatric COVID-19 pat...

COVID-19 infections in New Zealand remain steady with 2414 new cases and 22 deaths, flu season adds to health concerns

Nikhil Prasad Jul 22, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: A Snapshot of COVID-19 Cases The past week has seen New Zealand grappling with 2,414 new COVID-19 infections and 22 more deaths attributed to the virus. Despite a slight decline from the previous week's 2,640 new cases and 30 deaths, the numbers remain worrisome. Of the new cases, 1,429 were reinfections, highlighting the persistent challenge of combating the virus. COVID-...

COVID-19 Infections In Romania Doubles Within A Week

Nikhil Prasad Jul 22, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: In a startling development, the number of COVID-19 infections in Romania has nearly doubled within a week. According to the Romanian Institute of Public Health (INSP), this alarming increase is largely attributed to the emergence of a new subtype of the Omicron virus strain known as the KP variants. https://insp.gov.ro/en/home/ The country identified 1,256 new infections l...

A new genetic discovery in COVID-19 complications - the role of Ankyrin-2 in ventricular tachycardia

Nikhil Prasad Jul 22, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: In the ongoing battle against COVID-19, scientists have uncovered numerous complications associated with the virus, ranging from respiratory issues to severe cardiovascular problems. Among the most alarming of these is myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart muscle, which can lead to dangerous heart rhythms such as ventricular tachycardia (VT). This COVID-19 News report delves int...

Germany reports rising COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations as Berlin leads the surge

Nikhil Prasad Jul 21, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19-News: Despite being in the warmer summer season, the capital city of Berlin has become the epicenter of a new wave of COVID-19 infections. Health experts are sounding the alarm, warning that the year-end surge might arrive earlier and with greater intensity compared to the previous year. Germany reports rising COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations as Berlin leads the surge Sewa...

IL-27 dual role as either a preventor or promoter of COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Jul 21, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges to global health, with millions affected and many succumbing to the virus. The causative agent, SARS-CoV-2, infiltrates the body primarily through the respiratory system and interacts with various organs, triggering an intense immune response. This COVID-19 News report delves into the intriguing role of Interleukin 27 (IL-27) ...

Forget about the KP.3, LB.1, KP.2.3 variants. The new SARS-CoV-2 KP.3.1.1 is leading the current global COVID-19 surge

Nikhil Prasad Jul 21, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: The world of virology has been buzzing with new discoveries, and the latest addition to the COVID-19 family is the KP.3.1.1 variant. This variant has shown significant virological differences compared to its predecessors, making it a topic of great interest. This COVID-19 News report delves into the key findings of a study conducted by researchers from various prestigious institutio...

COVID-19 surges in Poland with gastrointestinal symptoms adding confusion as cases being mistaken as food poisoning

Nikhil Prasad Jul 21, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: Poland is currently witnessing a dramatic rise in COVID-19 cases, with infections increasing tenfold over the past month. The dominant variant of SARS-CoV-2 in the country is Omicron, along with its new subvariants JN.1 and the various KP sub-lineages. Dr Paweł Grzesiowski, the Chief Sanitary Inspector, has highlighted the urgency of the situation, predicting that this new wave of i...

Italy facing fast rise in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, Lazio region worst hit

Nikhil Prasad Jul 21, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: Italy is grappling with a rapid surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, with the Lazio region emerging as the epicenter of the latest outbreak. Data as of July 17, 2024, reveals alarming trends that have raised concerns among health officials and the general public. This COVID-19 News report delves into the current situation in Italy, the impact on the Lazio region, and the br...

Dust exposure linked to increased COVID-19 severity

Nikhil Prasad Jul 20, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: Researchers from the University of Nebraska Medical Center-USA have made a groundbreaking discovery: inhaling organic dust can make it easier for the COVID-19 virus to enter the lungs. This COVID-19 News report delves into their fascinating findings and the implications for those working in agriculture. Proposed mechanism through which agricultural dust exposure could affect SA...

U.S. Medical News - Kentucky Witnessing A Rise In Respiratory Infections Including COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Jul 20, 2024 6 months ago

U.S. Medical News: As the summer heat intensifies across Kentucky, the state is facing a surprising surge in respiratory infections, including a notable increase in COVID-19 cases. Despite the typically virus-inhibiting hot weather, the number of respiratory infections has been climbing, mirroring a concerning national trend. This U.S. Medical News report delves into the current situation in Kentu...

Chinese scientists explore peptides from pearls to treat COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Jul 20, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: Ancient Medicine Meets Modern Science In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Yangtze Delta Region Institute of Tsinghua University in Jiaxing, China, have discovered a natural peptide derived from pearls that could potentially inhibit the interaction between SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, and the human ACE2 receptor. This COVID-19 News report delves into t...

Unusually Late Onset of Rare Brain Disease After COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Jul 19, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: A Rare Case Unveiled In a remarkable case from India, an elderly man developed Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare and fatal brain disorder, more than a year after recovering from COVID-19. This intriguing connection has prompted further investigations into the long-term neurological effects of COVID-19. Most importantly the case report alerts the medical community and also tho...

U.S. Medical News - COVID-19 cases once again rising in Arizona

Nikhil Prasad Jul 19, 2024 6 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Nationwide Trends and Local Impact As President Biden recovers from his bout with COVID-19, the virus continues to challenge states across the nation, including Arizona. Historically, Arizona has seen waves of COVID-19 during both winter and summer seasons. This year is no exception, with cases beginning to rise significantly since late April. U.S. Medical News - COVID-19 case...

DHEAS levels offer insights into COVID-19 severity

Nikhil Prasad Jul 19, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19-News: COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has posed unprecedented challenges to global health since its emergence in late 2019. Researchers from various prestigious institutions have conducted a multifaceted investigation into the role of dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS), a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, in understanding the severity and progression of COVID-1...

Eucalyptus extract shows promise against Coronaviruses and Influenza viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jul 19, 2024 6 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from the University Hospital OWL of Bielefeld University in Germany have uncovered a potential new weapon against common cold and flu viruses: 1,8-Cineol, a bioactive phytochemical found in eucalyptus oil. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report delves into how this natural compound could help in the fight against these pervasive viruses, offering a glimmer ...

COVID-19 and concussions - overlapping symptoms in athletes

Nikhil Prasad Jul 19, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: In an era marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, the world of sports medicine faces new challenges. Recent research sheds light on a fascinating yet complex overlap between Post-COVID-19 Neurological Syndrome (PCNS) and Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) in athletes. This COVID-19 News dives into the key findings and implications of this study, exploring how these conditions intersect and wha...

U.S. Medical News - Nevada Sees Rising COVID-19 Cases With Carson City And Clark County Most Affected

Nikhil Prasad Jul 18, 2024 6 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Nevada, like much of the United States, is witnessing a significant rise in COVID-19 cases, with Carson City and Clark County being particularly affected. This surge comes as President Joe Biden, who recently contracted the virus, had to cancel events and leave Las Vegas. This U.S. Medical News report delves into the current situation in Nevada, the contributing factors, an...

Indonesian study warns of post-COVID body changes

Nikhil Prasad Jul 18, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic may be waning, but its effects linger, especially for those who experienced severe infections. A new study from Universitas Indonesia reveals significant changes in body composition and cytokine production in patients who developed elevated insulin resistance after contracting SARS-CoV-2. This COVID-19 News report delves into the intriguing findings of this 12-...

COVID-19 positivity rate hits 28 percent in Mexico as SARS-CoV-2 quietly ravages the country

Nikhil Prasad Jul 18, 2024 6 months ago

COVID-19 News: Cases in Mexico Increasing Confirmed cases of COVID-19 have increased in Mexico in recent weeks, and the positivity rate for the infectious disease is on the rise as well. Data published by the federal Health Ministry shows that the number of confirmed COVID cases increased every week between May 26 and June 29. There was a week-over-week decline in confirmed cases between June 30 ...