Thailand Medical News

Mechanisms of muscle pain in long COVID

Nikhil Prasad Sep 28, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: As the world continues to adapt to the long-term effects of COVID-19, researchers are now turning their attention to the lingering symptoms experienced by many who have recovered from the virus. One particularly troubling symptom is myalgia, or skeletal muscle pain, which has been reported by many individuals suffering from what is now known as "long COVID." A recent study ...

Dutch study warns that COVID-19 can trigger artery wall thickening

Nikhil Prasad Sep 28, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 is continuing to surprise researchers with its potential complications even in vaccinated individuals. A recent case involving an elderly man treated for COVID-19 led to the discovery of significant thickening of his coronary arteries, raising concerns about the virus’s impact on the cardiovascular system. This Medical News report examines a study conducted by research...

Uncovering hidden causes of sudden death in the COVID-19 era

Nikhil Prasad Sep 27, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine, University of Leeds, UK, and Rambam Healthcare Campus, Haifa, Israel, have explored the link between COVID-19 and unexplained sudden deaths, especially those related to coronary artery diseases. As the pandemic has led to a rise in unexpected cardiovascular deaths, understanding the role of infections, pa...

Traditional herbs show promise in fighting alcohol-related liver damage

Nikhil Prasad Sep 27, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Alcohol-related liver disease (ALD) remains one of the leading causes of chronic liver conditions, posing significant challenges to public health worldwide. Excessive alcohol consumption leads to liver damage, and currently, no effective treatment exists aside from alcohol abstinence. However, a recent study reveals the potential of traditional herbal remedies in alleviating ethanol-...

Scientists reveal new mechanism in SARS-CoV-2 replication that may help combat future pandemics

Nikhil Prasad Sep 27, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Uncovering a Key Mechanism in SARS-CoV-2 Replication Researchers from China and Hong Kong have made a groundbreaking discovery about how the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, replicates and packages its RNA. The study highlights a crucial interaction between two viral proteins, shedding light on an essential part of the virus's life cycle. The research team includes exper...

COVID-19 Positivity Rate Rises to 11.8 Percent Across the United Kingdom as XEC Variant Starts Its Autumn Rampage

Nikhil Prasad Sep 27, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The United Kingdom is witnessing a significant rise in COVID-19 positivity rates, with figures reaching 11.8% as a new variant, XEC, spreads rapidly across the nation. This rise comes at a time when many believed the pandemic's impact was finally easing, but health experts are raising alarms as the new SARS-CoV-2 XEC variant makes its presence known. As autumn approaches, the hea...

Thyroid function linked to severe COVID-19 outcomes

Nikhil Prasad Sep 27, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center and Shanghai Qingpu District Zhujiajiao People’s Hospital has uncovered an important relationship between thyroid function and the severity of COVID-19 in patients infected with SARS-CoV-2. This Medical News report explores their findings, shedding light on how thyroid disorders may impact the prog...

Thailand medical study unveils Lemongrass oil’s powerful anticancer and antimicrobial properties

Nikhil Prasad Sep 26, 2024 3 months ago

Thailand Medical: Lemongrass Essential Oil - A Natural Powerhouse In a groundbreaking study from Thailand, researchers have uncovered new health benefits of lemongrass essential oil, extracted from Cymbopogon citratus plants grown in the country’s northeast. This Thailand Medical News report delves into the essential oil's antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties, revealing...

Texas scientist warns of new SARS-CoV-2 neuroinvasion pathway involving the trigeminal nerve

Nikhil Prasad Sep 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: An Overlooked Pathway for Virus Entry into the Brain While SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, has largely been understood as a respiratory pathogen, its ability to invade the nervous system is becoming an area of growing concern. A leading researcher from Texas, Dr. Jason C. Hsu of the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, and his team have uncovered alarming n...

Italian study finds that COVID-19 affects sleep quality

Nikhil Prasad Sep 26, 2024 3 months ago

A new study conducted by researchers from various Italian universities highlights a growing concern: the quality of sleep among people who contracted COVID-19 has significantly worsened. The study, conducted in Southern Italy, aimed to assess how sleep patterns have changed post-COVID-19 infection. The researchers focused on understanding the relationship between mental health and sleep quality am...

Coronaviruses including SARS-CoV-2 use NSP5 protein to target TonEBP and alter host immune defense

Nikhil Prasad Sep 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) in South Korea have discovered how coronaviruses manipulate a key human protein to suppress the body’s immune response, ultimately enhancing viral survival and replication. This Medical News report reveals a major finding in the fight against human coronaviruses (HCoVs), which...

America study uncovers that SARS-CoV-2 ORF10 protein plays a key role in COVID-19 pathogenesis

Nikhil Prasad Sep 26, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from American institutions including Iowa State University, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Weill Cornell Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, and the U.S. National Institutes of Health has brought new light to the potential role of a small, overlooked gene called ORF10 in the progression of COVID-19. This Medical News report explores...

Thailand medical study unveils betaine’s anti-cancer potential in oral cancer

Nikhil Prasad Sep 25, 2024 3 months ago

Thailand Medical: Breakthrough Discovery in Oral Cancer Treatment A team of researchers from Thailand have uncovered new insights into how betaine, a naturally occurring compound, can inhibit the growth and spread of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). This Thailand Medical News report will discuss their significant findings that could pave the way for new treatment options. The study, led by re...

New insights reveal how COVID-19 causes persistent pain and inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Sep 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from several prominent institutions in China have uncovered a new mechanism behind the persistent pain experienced by many people who suffer from long COVID-19. This research could pave the way for better treatments for these lingering symptoms, which have become a major concern in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Graphical Abstract. New insights reveal how CO...

Italian study explores Lactoferrin potential in preventing or treating COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Sep 25, 2024 3 months ago

As the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the globe, researchers sought alternative methods to prevent and treat the disease. Among the various approaches, one natural protein, lactoferrin, gained attention for its potential in providing protection. Found naturally in human breast milk, lactoferrin has antimicrobial, antiviral, and immune-boosting properties. But does it hold the key to preventing CO...

COVID-19 causes a variety of long-term digestive complications

Nikhil Prasad Sep 25, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A Growing Concern in the Post-Pandemic World While the world continues to cope with the immediate effects of COVID-19, researchers are uncovering a new set of concerns: long-term gastrointestinal (GI) complications following recovery from the virus. This Medical News report sheds light on a systematic review conducted by a team of international researchers exploring the variety and ...

Ireland facing a Bovine TB outbreak that is a growing threat to humans

Nikhil Prasad Sep 25, 2024 3 months ago

Outbreak News: Ireland is grappling with a significant outbreak of bovine tuberculosis (TB), a disease that not only affects cattle but can also be transmitted to humans. Fine Gael’s Spokesperson on Agriculture, Tim Lombard, recently highlighted the escalating crisis, stating, “We are experiencing an outbreak of TB across the country that we cannot control.” This Outbreak News re...

Study shows that anthocyanins have powerful anticancer and anti-inflammatory properties

Nikhil Prasad Sep 24, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A new Polish study highlights the powerful health benefits of anthocyanins, natural compounds found in vibrant fruits and vegetables. Researchers from the University of Lodz and La Rochelle University have teamed up to explore the vast potential of anthocyanins in fighting chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. This Medical News report delves into the study'...

The whole-body perspective and the role of miRNA-143 in Schizophrenia

Nikhil Prasad Sep 24, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Schizophrenia, a complex mental disorder, has long been viewed as a condition primarily affecting the brain. However, new research is shifting this view towards a "whole-body" concept of schizophrenia, suggesting that the disease might involve multiple bodily systems. This Medical News report delves into the implications of this fresh perspective, highlighting the role of m...

Omicron variants with G252V mutation show greater impact on T cells and B cells

Nikhil Prasad Sep 24, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, new mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus have emerged, particularly in the Omicron variant. One such mutation, G252V, has drawn the attention of scientists due to its significant impact on immune cells, particularly T cells and B cells. These cells play a critical role in the body's immune response, helping to recognize and fight off inf...

Study finds that Hyaluronan is causing long-term lung damage in COVID-19 infected individuals

Nikhil Prasad Sep 24, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: A recent study published by a team of Swedish researchers has uncovered significant findings on the effects of COVID-19 on the lungs. The study specifically focuses on a molecule called hyaluronan (HA), which plays a major role in how the lungs are impacted by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This Medical News will delve into the key discoveries and their implications for people suffering from ...

Egypt reports intestinal flu outbreak with more than 489 cases hospitalized so far

Nikhil Prasad Sep 24, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: In response to a rising number of intestinal flu cases in Aswan, Egypt, the Ministry of Health has taken decisive measures to control the situation. Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, announced that since the outbreak began, 480 cases have been admitted to hospitals in Aswan. These cases were treated in emergency and intensive care units...

Kerala, India reports first case of fast-spreading Mpox variant clade 1b

Nikhil Prasad Sep 24, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: In a major health development, India has reported its first case of Mpox from the rapidly spreading Clade 1b variant. The case involves a 38-year-old man from the southern state of Kerala who recently traveled from the United Arab Emirates. https://aninews.in/news/national/general-news/india-reports-first-mpox-clade-1b-case-in-kerala-sources20240923175449/ Kerala, India r...

Nipah virus outbreak triggers quarantine and school closures in Kerala, India

Nikhil Prasad Sep 23, 2024 3 months ago

Outbreak News: A second fatality due to the deadly Nipah virus in the Indian state of Kerala has caused widespread concern, prompting the closure of schools, businesses, and public spaces in affected regions. The highly contagious virus, which is transmitted by bats, has already claimed the life of a 24-year-old student and triggered the quarantine of hundreds of individuals who came into contact ...

Canadian study finds brain structural changes in Long COVID patients that are possibly induced by edema or gliosis

Nikhil Prasad Sep 23, 2024 3 months ago

Long COVID News: A new study conducted by researchers from various prestigious Canadian institutions has unveiled striking brain structural changes in patients suffering from long COVID. This groundbreaking research provides fresh insights into the lingering effects of COVID-19 on the brain, shedding light on possible causes such as edema or gliosis. The study could pave the way for new treatment ...

New discovery - How gut health affects your eyes

Nikhil Prasad Sep 23, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers unveil a surprising connection between gut bacteria and eye diseases We all know the importance of gut health for digestion, but recent studies are showing that the bacteria living in your gut may affect your eyes too. A team of researchers from several institutions has found that imbalances in gut bacteria, known as dysbiosis, may contribute to various eye diseases. Thi...

Impact of COVID-19 on rheumatoid arthritis, insights from Romanian hospitals

Nikhil Prasad Sep 23, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: The Intersection of COVID-19 and Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients have long been known to face higher risks from infections due to their immune dysregulation and treatments that weaken immune responses. With the global COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc since 2020, researchers have been increasingly concerned about how this virus affects people with chronic infla...