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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...

Indian researchers developing new edible probiotic yoghurt-based vaccine for COVID-19!

James Josh Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Vaccine News: In an exciting development from the world of scientific innovation, researchers from the Center for Advanced-Applied Biological Sciences & Entrepreneurship (TCABS-E), Visakhapatnam, India, are working on a novel approach to COVID-19 vaccination. The team is developing an edible probiotic yogurt-based vaccine, known as YoVac, which may revolutionize how vaccines are administered. ...

Hyponatremia as a new predictor for severe COVID-19 outcomes

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers from the Federal University of São Paulo and the Instituto Israelita de Ensino e Pesquisa Albert Einstein in Brazil has shed light on the significant impact of hyponatremia - low sodium levels in the blood - on the outcomes of COVID-19 patients. This Medical News report delves into the findings of this study, which highlights how sodium ...

The impact of postmenopausal medications on COVID-19 progression in women

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A new study sheds light on the complex relationship between medications used by postmenopausal women and the progression of SARS-CoV-2 infections. This Medical News report focuses on the findings from a retrospective analysis conducted in the Veneto Region of Italy, which aimed to understand how different treatments for menopausal symptoms might influence COVID-19 outcomes in women o...

New insights into how SARS-CoV-2 hijacks host microRNAs to enhance its survival

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect millions globally, understanding the intricate ways in which the SARS-CoV-2 virus interacts with human cells is crucial for developing effective treatments. A recent study by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, Miami University, and the University of Central Florida in the United States has shed light on how this virus may manip...

Turkish researchers warn about cancer causing risk of COVID-19

Chitra Varughese Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: The Unexpected Link Between COVID-19 and Cancer The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has been primarily associated with its immediate respiratory and systemic impacts. However, as the pandemic persists, researchers are beginning to explore potential long-term effects, including an alarming possibility: a link between COVID-19 and the development of cancer. Researche...

Elevated globulin levels linked to protection against SARS-CoV-2 in bacterial pneumonia patients

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: In a fascinating recent study, researchers from Guangdong Pharmaceutical University and Sun Yat-Sen University in Guangzhou, China, have discovered that patients suffering from bacterial pneumonia with elevated globulin levels did not contract SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The study, documented in the peer reviewed journal: Frontiers in Immunology, offers a groundbr...

How 4G/5G gene polymorphisms influence COVID-19 severity and thrombosis risk

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: Unveiling the Genetic Factors Behind COVID-19 Severity In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Juntendo University, Tokyo, and the University of Tokyo-Japan, with collaboration from other global institutions, a deeper understanding of why some individuals with COVID-19 experience severe complications, such as thrombotic events and endothelial dysfunction, has been re...

Exploring phosphatidylcholine and cognitive training as treatments for cognitive impairment after COVID-19

Charles Tee Sep 04, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: Understanding Post-Acute Cognitive Impairments After COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has caused widespread health issues, and even after recovery, many individuals continue to suffer from long-term symptoms, collectively known as Post-acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) or Post-acute COVID-19 Vaccination Syndrome (PACVS). Among the most concerning symptoms are cognitive impairments, which...

Study reveals key differences in blood clotting responses between COVID-19 and non-COVID sepsis patients

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 03, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Complexities of Sepsis and Blood Clotting Sepsis, a life-threatening condition caused by the body's overwhelming response to infection, is often complicated by severe blood clotting abnormalities. These complications, known as sepsis-associated coagulopathy, significantly increase the risk of mortality. In a recent study conducted by researchers from the Univer...

COVID-19 infections start to rise again in New Zealand, 1425 new cases, 19 deaths

James Josh Sep 03, 2024 7 months ago

Coronavirus News: New Zealand is witnessing a concerning uptick in COVID-19 cases, marking a shift in the recent trend of declining infections. According to the latest data released by the Ministry of Health, the country reported 1,425 new cases over the past week, including 900 reinfections. While the number of new cases has increased compared to the previous week, the number of deaths attributed...

New study reveals key differences in miRNA expression between long-COVID and recovered patients

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the SB RAS Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine and Novosibirsk State University in Russia sheds light on the molecular mechanisms that differentiate patients with long-COVID symptoms from those who have fully recovered from COVID-19. This Medical News report delves into the findings of this study, which focused on specific...

Chronic stress may heighten risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection among older adults

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: As the world grapples with the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, new research sheds light on the role of chronic stress in increasing susceptibility to SARS-CoV-2 infection, particularly among older adults. A study conducted by a team of researchers from Rutgers University, Pfizer Inc., and the State University of New York at Oswego, among others, has found that elevated ha...

Thailand medical authorities report more than a 100 percent increase in weekly COVID-19 hospitalizations. New XEC variant suspected as culprit

James Josh Sep 02, 2024 7 months ago

Thailand medical authorities reported a total of 569 new weekly COVID-19 hospitalizations for the week 25th to 31st of August, representing an average of about 81 new COVID-19 hospitalizations per day. https://www.facebook.com/informationcovid19/posts/pfbid034pnZQE9eAik144u3TVhiWXCoDmNhkDuTZRRoYHCWrtnVy958czqCXGYMhij2X8ehl Thailand medical authorities report more than a 100 percent inc...

Scientist from Finland discover that wood surfaces can curb COVID-19 transmission

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 7 months ago

In the ongoing battle against viral transmission, including COVID-19, new research suggests that certain wood surfaces may naturally reduce the risk of virus spread. This Medical News report explores a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Jyväskylä in Finland and the University of Eastern Finland, who have discovered that wood possesses inherent antiviral ...

Case study shows that COVID-19 can trigger type 1 cryoglobulinemia

Stephen G Brian Sep 02, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: The global COVID-19 pandemic has brought many unexpected challenges and revelations to the medical field. Among these is the connection between COVID-19 and various autoimmune disorders, some of which are previously unheard of in relation to the virus. A recent case study in Netherlands has brought to light a rare complication of COVID-19: type 1 cryoglobulinemia, a condition that co...

South Korean researchers identify Amentoflavone from Selaginella Tamariscina as a potential inhibitor of the COVID-19 virus

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 7 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: In the ongoing battle against COVID-19, researchers are continuously searching for effective and affordable treatments. While vaccines and antiviral drugs are available, the rapid emergence of new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus highlights the need for additional therapeutic options. A recent study by a team of scientists from Yonsei University and Chungnam National Univ...

Nova Scotia, the Canadian province on the East Coast, reports rising COVID-19 infections

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: Nova Scotia, the picturesque Canadian province known for its stunning coastlines, is currently facing a concerning rise in COVID-19 infections. According to the latest reports from the provincial health department, the number of cases has more than doubled in the past month, signaling a significant resurgence of the virus. Nova Scotia, the Canadian province on the East Coast, r...

COVID-19 can cause the onset or aid in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, ischemic stroke, and multiple sclerosis

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on global health, affecting not only the respiratory system but also causing significant neurological complications. Recent studies have begun to shed light on the potential of COVID-19 to trigger or exacerbate neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, ischemic stroke, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers from the Medical Univer...

IgE antibodies found to play a role following both natural infection and various types of COVID-19 vaccinations

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A New Perspective on SARS-CoV-2 Immunity A recent study conducted by a group of researchers from the Adolfo Lutz Institute in São Paulo, Brazil, has uncovered unexpected findings related to the human immune response to SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The research primarily focused on the role of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies, which are typically assoc...

The role of human host chemokine CCL2 in COVID-19 pathogenesis

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: The Critical Role of CCL2 in COVID-19 The global COVID-19 pandemic has claimed millions of lives, with the disease manifesting in varying severities among those infected. Scientists worldwide have been striving to understand the underlying mechanisms that lead to severe outcomes in COVID-19 cases. One such mechanism that has garnered significant attention is the role of the chemokin...

Ohio reports more than 8,000 new COVID-19 cases, 216 hospitalizations and 21 deaths last week

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 7 months ago

U.S. Medical News: As Ohio enters the fall season, the state is witnessing a concerning uptick in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) reports more than 8,000 new cases and 21 deaths in the last week, prompting renewed calls for vaccinations as a crucial tool to curb the virus's spread. Ohio reports more than 8,000 new COVID-19 cases, 216 hospitalizatio...

New study reveals potential SARS-CoV-2 entry point through the eye’s tear ducts

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A New Focus on the Eye’s Role in COVID-19 The global COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a wide array of research into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus enters the human body. While the respiratory tract has been the primary focus, recent findings from a study conducted by researchers from Friedrich Alexander University in Erlangen, Germany, L.V. Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad, India, and ...

Canadian researcher raises alarming questions about trustworthiness of viral sequences in the GenBank

Nilkhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 7 months ago

A Canadian researcher from the University of Ottawa, affiliated with the Department of Biology and the Ottawa Institute of Systems Biology, has recently raised serious concerns about the trustworthiness of viral sequences stored in GenBank, a widely used genomic database. The research, spearheaded by Dr. Xuhua Xia, focuses on the reliability of SARS-CoV-2 genomic sequences and their potential impa...

BREAKING! Brazilian study reveals potential impact of COVID-19 on babies' vision

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Brazil have recently uncovered potential links between COVID-19 exposure and alterations in the vision of infants. This study, conducted by teams from the Universidade de São Paulo (USP) and the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), warns that even early exposure to the virus could lead to significant changes in how babies perceive movement. This Medi...

New discovery from Spain reveals how an enzyme from the gut microbiota of babies neutralizes SARS-CoV-2

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the Instituto de Agroquímica y Tecnología de Alimentos (IATA-CSIC) and the Universidad de Valencia, Spain, has uncovered a new defense mechanism against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The study focuses on an enzyme, Endo-β-N-acetylglucosaminidase (EndoE), derived from the gut bacterium Enterococcus faecali...

COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to rise in Greece despite slight decrease in positivity rate

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: Greece is currently experiencing a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, leading to a corresponding rise in hospitalizations, intubations, and deaths. The latest epidemiological report from the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) highlights the growing concern as key indicators continue to trend upwards despite a slight decrease in the overall positivity rate for S...

Reactivation of Herpesviruses like Epstein-Barr virus and Cytomegalovirus could be causing Long COVID Issues

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant portion of the population faces a new and mysterious challenge: post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), commonly known as Long COVID. This condition, marked by persistent symptoms such as fatigue, neurological issues, and autonomic dysfunction, lingers long after the acute phase...

Persistent endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation are found in women with post-COVID-19 health issues

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: The lingering effects of COVID-19 continue to unfold, with recent research shedding light on the long-term health issues faced by women, particularly those who have gone through menopause. Persistent endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation are found in women with post-COVID-19 health issues A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from t...

Japanese study reveals that Omicron variants prefer Endosomal Cathepsin L for viral entry over TMPRSS2

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Nagasaki University in Japan have uncovered significant findings about how the Omicron variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, gain entry into human cells. Unlike previous variants such as Delta, which primarily utilized a protein called TMPRSS2, the Omicron variants have shown a preference for using a different protein,...

New insights into post-COVID autoimmune conditions, a case of Anti-OJ Antibody-Positive Anti-Synthetase Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A New Chapter in Post-COVID Complications In a groundbreaking case, researchers from The Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent’s Hospital, and The Alfred Hospital in Australia have reported the first documented instance of a patient developing anti-OJ antibody-positive anti-synthetase syndrome (ASSD) following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. This Medical News report delves into the intr...

Study finds that 42.6 percent of those infected with COVID-19 exhibit persistent musculoskeletal pain

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19's Lingering Shadow on Musculoskeletal Health As the world continues to grapple with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new health concern has emerged: the significant rise in musculoskeletal pain among those who have recovered from the virus. Researchers from the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University and Fujian Provincial Institute of Orthopedics...

Spanish study reveals that Organosulfur compound from garlic and onions reduce COVID-19 disease severity in the elderly

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 8 months ago

A Promising Natural Solution In a significant development from Spain, a recent study has demonstrated that a compound derived from garlic and onions can effectively reduce the severity of COVID-19 symptoms in elderly individuals. This finding offers hope for a natural and accessible method to manage the impact of the virus, particularly in vulnerable populations. The research, conducted by experts...

Study finds that one third of recovered COVID-19 individuals exhibit subclinical ventricular dysfunction of the heart!

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 8 months ago

Medical News: The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, revealing new challenges for those who have recovered from the virus. Recent research conducted by a team of scientists from the Department of Cardiology at ESIC Medical College and Hospital, Faridabad, Haryana-India, and the Department of Cardiology at Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Res...

U.S. Medical News: COVID-19 and various respiratory infections surge across Wisconsin

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 8 months ago

U.S. Medical News: COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Wisconsin, as highlighted by the latest report from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). The report indicates a concerning increase in COVID-19 activity, as evidenced by emergency department visits, lab testing results, hospitalizations, and wastewater data. U.S. Medical News: COVID-19 and various respiratory infections surge acr...

Long COVID linked to the altered functionality of CD4+ T helper (Th) cells

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 8 months ago

Medical News: A Persistent Aftermath of COVID-19 Researchers from multiple institutions across Madrid, Spain, including the National Center of Microbiology at Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED), and Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, have conducted a comprehensive study examining the immune response in individuals suffering from Po...

Mark Zuckerberg reveals Biden-Harris Administration's pressure on Meta to censor COVID-19 content

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 8 months ago

COVID-19 News: Zuckerberg’s Revelation on Government Pressure In a recent revelation that has sparked widespread debate, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before the U.S. Congress, admitting that the Biden-Harris administration pressured his company to censor content related to COVID-19 and various COVID-19 News updates. This startling admission raises significant concerns about the bounda...

Uncovering the role of gut permeability in MIS-C - A new insight into pediatric COVID-19 complications

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 8 months ago

Medical News: Unraveling MIS-C and Its Connection to Gut Health Researchers at the Wellcome Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast have recently delved into a critical aspect of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), a severe condition that emerges in some children after SARS-CoV-2 infection. This Medical News report examines a groundbreaki...

Russian study uncovers cholesterol's critical role in SARS-CoV-2 E protein function

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 8 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from the A.N. Frumkin Institute of Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry at the Russian Academy of Sciences and N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University have recently unveiled groundbreaking insights into the behavior of the SARS-CoV-2 E protein, a vital component of the virus that has caused the global COVID-19 pandemic. This Medical News report explor...