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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...

Post COVID-19 Brain Changes Unveiled Through MRI Insights

Nikhil Prasad Nov 16, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Medical University of Bialystok, Poland, have unveiled key insights into post-COVID-19 brain alterations using advanced imaging techniques. The study employed Vessel Wall Imaging (VWI) and other MRI methods to assess lingering neurological effects in patients recovering from COVID-19. Axial MIP reconstruction of the post-contrast 3D T1-weighted images at the...

Visual Complications Linked to COVID-19 Infection

Nikhil Prasad Nov 16, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Emerging Link Between COVID-19 and Eye Health A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, Henan Eye Hospital, and People’s Hospital of Zhengzhou University in China has uncovered alarming evidence about how COVID-19 infection affects eye health. The study examined 48 patients who experienced acute visual impairments shortl...

Triazavirin Proves Effective in Treating COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 15, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers have been exploring new and existing drugs to manage the devastating effects of COVID-19. A recent clinical study conducted at the Egyptian Armed Forces Fever Hospital in Cairo, Egypt, has brought exciting findings to light. It focused on comparing the antiviral drug triazavirin (TZV) with the widely used oseltamivir (Tamiflu). The team, led by scientists from institution...

Scientists warn a new SARS-CoV-2 lineage that will have more mutations and pose challenges will likely emerge early 2025

Nikhil Prasad Nov 15, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: The global scientific community is raising fresh concerns about the ongoing evolution of SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19. Researchers from Inner Mongolia University and Inner Mongolia University of Technology in China have uncovered an alarming trend: the number of mutation sites in SARS-CoV-2 variants is increasing steadily over time. This discovery has significant implication...

New American Study Finds That SARS-CoV-2’s XEC Variant Shows Alarming Ability to Evade Immunity and Boosts Infectivity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 15, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: American Researchers Investigate the New XEC Variant A team of scientists from The Ohio State University-USA and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston-USA recently examined the new SARS-CoV-2 variant known as XEC, a recombinant strain combining the properties of two other variants, KS.1.1 and KP.3.3. The study, led by Shan-Lu Liu at the Center for Retrovirus Resea...

SARS-CoV-2’s ORF3a protein manipulates cholesterol levels in the host

Nikhil Prasad Nov 15, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Scientists Uncover New Insights Into COVID-19 and Cholesterol A groundbreaking study has revealed how SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, disrupts cholesterol transport within human cells. Researchers from the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center-USA and UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine-USA discovered that the virus's ORF3a protein interferes with cell...

COVID-19 Linked to Dangerous Lung Scarring Through Mast Cell Activation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 15, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from several prestigious Mexican institutions have shed light on a complex complication in COVID-19 survivors - pulmonary fibrosis. This condition, often a sequela of severe infection, has been linked to increased mast cell (MC) activity in the lungs. Led by Yatsiri G. Meneses-Preza and colleagues from the Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Centro Médico Naval,...

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Increases Risks of COVID-19 Severity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Zhejiang Provincial Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Hangzhou, China, have uncovered evidence that individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may face a higher risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes. Using a mix of Mendelian randomization and genetic analysis, the study sheds light on how GERD could play a role in making COVID-19 infections more s...

China identifies new feline coronavirus that is extremely lethal and could pose a threat to humans

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Discovery of a Highly Lethal Feline Coronavirus In a significant scientific breakthrough, researchers in China have identified a new strain of feline coronavirus known as FCoV HL2019, found to be highly lethal among cats. The discovery, led by scientists from the Shanghai Veterinary Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences and the Research Center of General...

Nitric Oxide-Powered Water Shows Promise as a Disinfectant in Fighting SARS-CoV-2 Variants

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: New Hope Against COVID Variants: A Breakthrough Study on Nitric Oxide Plasma-Activated Water Researchers from Kwangwoon University, University of Suwon in South Korea, KIIT University in India, and King Saud University in Saudi Arabia, have developed an innovative approach to combat COVID-19 variants using nitric oxide plasma-activated water (NOx-PAW). The D614G mutation, commonly f...

Zinc Sulfate May Block COVID-19 Brain Invasion

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Study Overview: How Zinc Sulfate Impacts COVID-19 in the Brain A recent study explores the potential for zinc sulfate to shield the brain from COVID-19’s severe effects. Researchers at Konkuk University, Seoul National University, Yonsei University College of Medicine, and the KU Center for Animal Blood Medical Science in South Korea utilized K18-hACE2 transgenic mice to exami...

Necrotizing Pneumonia-a Deadly Lung Infection

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Necrotizing pneumonia (NP) is a severe form of lung infection that, while rare, can turn deadly if not managed promptly. First identified in the 1940s, this aggressive pneumonia has been linked to mortality rates as high as 45% in severe cases. Unlike typical pneumonia, NP causes lung tissue destruction, leading to complications that often require specialized treatment. Despite its s...

Potential for TIM3 as a Biomarker in COVID-19 Severity and Long COVID Complications

Nikhil Prasad Nov 14, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Unveiling TIM3 as An Immune Checkpoint Marker in Viral Response Research institutions, including Charles University in Prague and the Czech Academy of Sciences-Czech Republic, have recently explored the role of TIM3, a unique immune checkpoint protein, in COVID-19 patients. While immune checkpoint proteins like PD-1 have been well-studied, TIM3’s implications, particularly in s...

Rising COVID-19, RSV, and Flu cases spark Spanish authorities to issue health alert in Canary Islands

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Respiratory Viral Infections Surge in Popular Vacation Spots Holidaymakers planning winter getaways to the Canary Islands - home to Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and other sunny destinations - are being urged to take precautions due to a concerning rise in COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections. In recent months, cases of these illnesses have surged acr...

SARS-CoV-2’s Mpro protein promotes blood clotting by activating key coagulation factors

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from multiple institutions, including the University of Padua, ETH Zurich, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, and the University Hospital of Padova, have uncovered a novel mechanism by which the main protease (Mpro) of SARS-CoV-2 actively induces blood clotting. This discovery sheds light on why COVID-19 patients often face severe blood clotting issues, contributing to ...

COVID-19 Causes Long-term Disruption of the Apelinergic System

Nikhil Prasad Nov 13, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Introduction to the Apelinergic System and COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant attention to how viruses, like SARS-CoV-2, impact our bodies in surprising and complex ways. One such pathway involves the apelinergic system, which plays a crucial role in maintaining cardiovascular health, fluid balance, and metabolic regulation. This system includes apelin (AP), a hor...

New Study Finds P1263L Mutation Enhances SARS-CoV-2 Infectivity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Scientists from Tsinghua University, Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, Southern University of Science and Technology, and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China have recently uncovered a significant finding about SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Their focus was on a specific mutation in the spike protein of the virus, called P1263L, that seems to make the virus m...

Latest updates show that a new SARS-CoV-2 variant called MV.1 is likely to be the next contender to XEC variant

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: The global landscape of SARS-CoV-2 variants continues to evolve, with the latest updates suggesting that a new SARS-CoV-2 variant called MV.1 may soon pose a significant challenge to the current dominant XEC variant. https://cov-spectrum.org/explore/World/AllSamples/Past6M/variants?nextcladePangoLineage=MV.1& Latest updates show that a new SARS-CoV-2 variant called MV...

Turkish Study Finds That Colchicine Boosts Kidney Health in COVID-19 Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted not only the respiratory system but also other organs, particularly the kidneys. Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication in COVID-19 patients, leading to serious consequences. Researchers from Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Education and Research Hospital in Istanbul have examined the potential benefits of Colchicine, an anti-inflammatory drug, on ...

Italian Study Finds That Aged Garlic Extract Reduces Inflammatory Genes Induced by COVID-19 Infections or Vaccines

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Garlic, a common culinary ingredient, has been used for centuries not only for its flavor but also for its medicinal properties. Aged garlic extract (AGE), a concentrated form of garlic obtained through an aging process, is believed to have health benefits that include immune support, anti-cancer effects, and particularly anti-inflammatory properties. Researchers are increasingly int...

Herbal Remedies for Acute Lung Injury Hold Promise for Safer, Effective Treatment Options

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 3 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: The Rise of Acute Lung Injury and the Quest for Natural Treatments Acute Lung Injury (ALI) and its severe manifestation, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), are life-threatening conditions triggered by infections, pneumonia, sepsis, and systemic inflammation. Characterized by intense lung inflammation, Acute Lung Injury or ALI leads to complications such as fluid...

COVID-19 Infection and Vaccination Causes Small Fiber Neuropathy!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has not only challenged healthcare systems but also raised many questions about its long-term effects on patients. Among the lesser-known impacts is small fiber neuropathy (SFN), a condition affecting the small nerves responsible for sensations like pain and temperature and often linked to autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Italian researchers from the IRCCS ...

London Doctors Warn That COVID 19 Vaccines Can Cause Adult-Onset Still’s Disease

Nikhil Prasad Nov 12, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from St George’s Hospital London and St George’s University London have reported a compelling case of adult-onset Still’s disease (AOSD) possibly triggered by the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. This rare inflammatory condition, marked by fever, arthritis, and distinctive skin rashes, has garnered attention as it seems linked to environmental triggers like...

A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Known as Liang-Ge-San Shows Promise in Protecting Lungs from Viral Infections

Nikhil Prasad Nov 11, 2024 3 months ago

TCM News: Understanding Acute Lung Injury and the Role of Liang-Ge-San Acute Lung Injury (ALI) is a critical health concern worldwide, especially in cases of viral infections like COVID-19 and influenza. The condition often leads to complications such as Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) that can become life-threatening. Conventional treatments, including mechanical ventilation and medic...

COVID-19 Diaphragm Weakness Persists 2 Years Later but Shows Improvement with Muscle Training

Nikhil Prasad Nov 11, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Persistent Breathing Difficulties in Long COVID A recent study by researchers from Germany and Italy shines a light on a pressing issue affecting many COVID-19 survivors even two years post-recovery: persistent breathing difficulties, often described as "exertional dyspnea." While lung and heart functions often appear normal in these individuals, a distinct problem with th...

COVID-19 Causes Alpha-Synucleinopathies

Nikhil Prasad Nov 11, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Alpha-synucleinopathies refer to a group of neurodegenerative diseases marked by the accumulation of alpha-synuclein (α-syn) proteins within the brain and nervous system. Under typical circumstances, α-syn helps maintain cellular health, but when these proteins clump together, they can disrupt cell function, contributing to diseases like Parkinson's disease (PD), deme...

Is Platelet-Activating Factor the Key Link Between COVID-19 and Atherosclerosis Risk?

Nikhil Prasad Nov 10, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Harokopio University in Athens, Greece, and Nova Southeastern University in Florida, USA, are investigating the role of a molecule called platelet-activating factor (PAF) in the connection between COVID-19 and atherosclerosis, a disease in which plaque builds up in the arteries. This molecule, known for driving inflammation and blood clotting, is attracting attention...

How Autoimmune Responses in the Brain Could Explain Long COVID Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Nov 10, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, Medical University of Plovdiv-Bulgaria, Kyung Hee University-Korea and Immunosciences Lab, Inc-USA, recently released a study that brings fresh insights into the lingering effects of COVID-19, specifically in individuals experiencing what is commonly known as...

Immune System Responses in Mild COVID 19 Cases Revealed Through Key Genes

Nikhil Prasad Nov 10, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A recent study by researchers from Universidad de La Laguna, Canary Islands, Spain, explores how genes linked to immune and inflammatory responses react in mild COVID-19 cases. Focusing on the initial infection stage, the study analyzed samples from the upper airways and blood, aiming to understand why COVID-19 affects people differently based on individual genetic responses. This Me...

COVID-19 Poses Long-Term Risks for Autoimmune Disorders

Nikhil Prasad Nov 09, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine in South Korea have uncovered troubling insights into the long-term impact of COVID-19, revealing that the virus may increase susceptibility to a range of autoimmune and autoinflammatory disorders. In a large-scale study, they tracked millions of individuals with confirmed COVID-19 infections and compared them to a control ...

Unique Immune Patterns Revealed in Lung-Associated Lymph Nodes of COVID-19 Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 09, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The recent study conducted by researchers from Lausanne University Hospital-Switzerland, Lausanne University-Switzerland, and the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University-USA reveals how COVID-19 impacts the immune system’s organization within lymph nodes. These findings, centered on the role of the Bcl6 protein within lung-draining lymph nodes, give us a glimpse ...

COVID-19 Can Cause an Autoimmune-Related Blood Complication Known as Antiphospholipid Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Nov 09, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers at the General Hospital of the Southern Theatre Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army in Guangzhou and Kunming Medical University, China, have uncovered a rare and complex health issue in a COVID-19 patient. This report highlights a case where a 64-year-old man experienced severe symptoms linked to antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), an autoimmune disorder th...

Vagus Nerve Stimulation as a New Hope for Long COVID Relief

Nikhil Prasad Nov 09, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Yale University-USA, Khyber Medical College, and the Cleveland Clinic-USA have turned their attention to a novel method called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) to alleviate persistent symptoms associated with long COVID. This new approach, non-invasive and generally well-tolerated, is gaining traction as a way to help those who continue to suffer even months after initi...

Avacopan Offers New Hope for Patients Battling the Deadly Autoimmune Disease called ANCA-Associated Vasculitis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 09, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV) is a group of rare autoimmune diseases that cause severe inflammation in small blood vessels. This inflammation can affect various organs, often leading to kidney damage, which is a particularly serious complication. The traditional treatment for AAV typically involves high doses of glucocorticoids (steroids) and ...