Thailand Medical News

Israeli researchers identify Viroporins in Mpox virus that can be exploited for treatments

Nikhil Prasad Aug 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Unveiling the Hidden Channels of the Mpox Virus Researchers from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem-Israel have taken a significant step forward in understanding the Mpox (Monkeypox) virus, a member of the Poxviridae family, which has recently emerged as a global threat. With only two FDA-approved antiviral drugs currently available to combat this virus although both are proving not ...

Australian study uncovers COVID-19’s impact on the endothelial glycocalyx

Nikhil Prasad Aug 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Australian researchers from the Raymond Purves Bone and Joint Research Laboratory at the Kolling Institute-NSW, Arthropharm Australia Pharmaceuticals, University of New South Wales and the University of Sydney have shed light on the profound impacts of COVID-19 on the endothelial glycocalyx, a crucial protective barrier in our blood vessels. This Medical News report delves into their...

COVID-19 induces ferroptosis transcriptomic alterations within the heart, causing cardiac damage

Nikhil Prasad Aug 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has been primarily associated with respiratory symptoms, but its effects extend far beyond the lungs. Recent research has revealed a troubling connection between COVID-19 and heart damage, highlighting a cellular mechanism called ferroptosis as a key player in this process. This Medical News report delves into how COVID-19 induce...

Study explores the impact of spike proteins from COVID-19 mRNA vaccines on gut bacteria

Nikhil Prasad Aug 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from institutions around the globe, including the Autlan Regional Hospital in Mexico, the University Hospitals Sussex in the UK, and the University of South Florida in the USA, have conducted a study exploring the potential impact of spike proteins, derived from mRNA vaccines, on gut health. This Medical News report delves into their findings, suggesting that the spike pr...

WHO faces criticism over two-year delay in Mpox vaccine access for Africa. Calls for Tedros’ resignation grow

Nikhil Prasad Aug 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The World Health Organization (WHO) is under fire for its role in delaying the distribution of Mpox vaccines to Africa, despite the worsening crisis on the continent. Activist groups, medical professionals, and public health officials are now demanding the resignation of WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, citing the organization’s mishandling of the situation and ...

Thailand led medical study finds that liver cancer is now a major health issue in the Asia-Pacific region

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Thailand Medical: Primary liver cancer is a critical public health issue in the Asia-Pacific region, home to more than half of the world's population. Recent findings reveal alarming trends in the epidemiology of this deadly disease. Thai researchers from institutions including Chiang Mai University-Thailand, Prince of Songkla University-Thailand, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-U...

Unveiling the uniqueness of COVID-19 induced thrombosis

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Understanding COVID-19 Thrombosis: Insights from Recent Research Researchers from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and the Sinai Center for Thrombosis Research and Drug Development in the United States have been delving deep into the distinct characteristics of thrombosis associated with COVID-19. This Medical News report sheds light on their findings, focusing on th...

The potential of inositols as adjuvants in treating endocrine and neuroendocrine tumors

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Inositols, a group of naturally occurring compounds, have garnered attention in recent years for their potential role in cancer prevention and treatment. This Medical News report delves into the promising effects of inositols, particularly myo-inositol (myo-Ins) and its derivative inositol hexakisphosphate (IP6), on endocrine and neuroendocrine tumors. Researchers from the Oncologica...

Study finds a hidden crisis of rising threat of fungal coinfections among post-COVID patients in Africa

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 Pandemic’s Lingering Shadows As the world gradually emerges from the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, another health crisis is beginning to take shape, particularly in Africa. While the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 no longer a public health emergency of international concern in May 2023, the lingering effects of the virus, especially in the fo...

Danish biotech under fire for alleged profiteering from vaccines amid global Mpox crisis

James Josh Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: In the wake of the ongoing global health crisis surrounding the spread of Mpox (Monkeypox), concerns have surfaced regarding the actions of Bavarian Nordic, a Danish biotechnology company responsible for producing one of the only approved vaccines for the disease. Critics, including the U.S.-based watchdog group Public Citizen, have accused the company of prioritizing profits over pu...

New antiviral strategy targets Heat Shock Protein 70 to combat COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The global fight against COVID-19 has seen various approaches to curb the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. While traditional antiviral drugs focus on targeting viral proteins, these approaches often fall short as viruses quickly mutate, rendering such treatments ineffective. In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Jawaharlal Nehru University in India, NCR Biotech Science Cluster i...

Azadirachta indica (Neem) should be studied and explored as a potential adjuvant in Mpox (Monkeypox) treatments

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The recent resurgence of Monkeypox (Mpox) has triggered global concern due to its high transmission rates and the severe complications it can cause, particularly in vulnerable populations. With limited treatment options available, researchers are exploring alternative and complementary therapies to bolster existing treatment protocols. Among these, Azadirachta indica, commonly known ...

Alert as West Nile Virus spreads across Spain

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Spanish health authorities have issued a critical alert as the West Nile virus (WNV) sees a significant surge in cases, particularly in the Sevilla and Huelva regions. As of this week, 13 new cases have been confirmed, raising concerns about the spread of this potentially dangerous virus. The situation has become so pressing that the Junta de Andalucía’s Ministry of Heal...

Parts of Massachusetts, America goes into voluntary lockdown due to deadly Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus

Nikhil Prasad Aug 25, 2024 3 months ago

U.S Medical News: A Rare and Lethal Virus Threatens Communities Massachusetts, known for its historical landmarks and serene landscapes in the United States, has recently become the epicenter of a growing health crisis. The Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus, a rare but deadly mosquito-borne illness, has been detected in the region, prompting several towns to implement voluntary lockdown mea...