Thailand Medical News

The Core Network in SARS-CoV-2 and Its Role in RNA Binding

Nikhil Prasad Dec 13, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: Scientists from Goethe University in Frankfurt, Columbia University in New York, Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron in Hamburg, and the University of Greifswald have unraveled critical insights into the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein. This protein, essential for the virus’ RNA genome processing, plays a pivotal role in the virus’ ability to survive, replicate, and spread. ...

Post COVID-19 Depression and Its Links to TNF-Alpha

Nikhil Prasad Dec 13, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: Understanding Post COVID Depression The COVID-19 pandemic has left a significant impact on both physical and mental health across the globe. While much attention has been given to the respiratory and systemic effects of the virus, emerging research highlights the psychological aftermath, particularly depression, in individuals recovering from the illness. A study conducted by resear...

German Doctors Warn That Those Having or Had COVID-19 Should be Careful When Using a Sauna

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: For centuries, sauna bathing has been celebrated as a therapeutic practice that promotes relaxation and health benefits. Across the world, millions frequent saunas to relieve stress, enhance vascular health, and soothe aching muscles. However, a recent case report from Germany reveals that sauna use might pose serious health risks for individuals who currently have or have recently r...

Harvard Scientists Warn That Evolution of SARS-CoV-2 Variants Challenges mRNA Vaccines

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the ongoing presence of COVID-19, researchers have delved deeper into understanding how the virus evolves and escapes immunity provided by vaccines. A study spearheaded by teams from prestigious institutions such as the Ragon Institute of MGH, MIT, Harvard, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Brown University sheds light on this pressing issue. ...

Probiotics Enhance Sperm Motility Through Mitochondrial Support

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Male infertility often stems from issues like low sperm motility or vitality, making conception challenging. Probiotics, commonly associated with gut health, have also been identified in the male reproductive system. Their role in improving sperm health, however, remained unclear until now. Researchers from CHA University, Korea, including its Department of Biomedical Science, CHA Fe...

Poliovirus Being Detected in Wastewater in Germany, Spain, Poland, Finland and England

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: The Re-Emergence of Poliovirus In 1988, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched an ambitious initiative to eradicate polio globally. The results were remarkable: cases of poliovirus decreased by over 99%, and Europe was declared polio-free in 2002. Yet, in recent months, poliovirus has been detected in wastewater across several European countries, including Germany, Spain, and P...

Washington Study Finds That Dietary Fructose Including Corn Syrup Drives Cancer Growth

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: The relationship between diet and cancer has long intrigued scientists and public health advocates alike. A groundbreaking study from Washington University in St. Louis-USA has revealed alarming evidence linking dietary fructose, including high-fructose corn syrup, to accelerated cancer growth. Researchers found that fructose consumption promotes tumor growth indirectly by fueling th...

Review of Various Randomized Clinical Trials Shows That Curcumin Can Help in Diabetes Management

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Researchers Reveal Curcumin’s Potential Against Type 2 Diabetes Scientists from the University of South Africa and the University of Limpopo have conducted a groundbreaking study to investigate the effects of curcumin on type 2 diabetes (T2D). This Medical news report sheds light on their findings, which suggest that curcumin - a compound found in turmeric - may significantly r...

Illinois Study Finds That COVID-19 Vaccines Do Not Prevent Long COVID Neurological Issues

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, has revealed that COVID-19 vaccines do not appear to prevent neurological manifestations of long COVID. The findings challenge earlier assumptions about the protective role of vaccines against long-term complications of SARS-CoV-2, especially in the context o...

Dahuang Fuzi Decoction, a Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulation Aids in Neuropathy Pain Relief

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

TCM News: A team of researchers from institutions across China, including Guizhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Southwest Medical University, and The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, has delved into the potential of a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formula, Dahuang Fuzi Decoction (DF), to relieve neuropathic pain...

SARS-CoV-2 Infections and COVID-19 Vaccines Increase Risk of Myositis-Specific and Myositis-Associated Autoantibodies

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has been the centerpiece of global health concerns since its emergence in 2019, but new findings suggest its implications extend beyond acute respiratory issues. According to a new groundbreaking study, both COVID-19 infections and vaccines are linked to an increased risk of developing myositis-specific autoantibodies (MSAs) and myositis-associated autoantibodies (MAAs). Con...

Assessing Peripheral and Organ Perfusion to Identify High-Risk COVID-19 Patients

Nikhil Prasad Dec 12, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems worldwide, with severe cases often resulting in life-threatening complications such as organ failure and respiratory distress. Researchers from the Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute in Warsaw, Poland, conducted a groundbreaking study to assess the role of peripheral and organ perfusi...

Role of Mast Cells and Basophils in Fighting Major Viral Infections Including COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical-News: Scientists from the University of Messina in Italy have been diving deep into the world of two vital immune cells, mast cells and basophils. These unsung heroes play key roles in battling some of the world’s deadliest viral infections, including COVID-19, HIV, Influenza A, and Dengue. Their discoveries provide groundbreaking insights into how these cells function, and more impo...

Ginseng and Its Antiviral Properties

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea and University College London in the United Kingdom have collaborated on a groundbreaking study investigating ginseng's antiviral properties. The study explores how compounds from this ancient medicinal plant combat human pathogenic viruses like influenza, rhinovirus, hepatitis, and even COVID-19. Ginseng and Its Antivi...

French Scientists Discover That SARS-CoV-2 Envelope Protein-s PDZ Binding Motif Disrupts Host-s Epithelial Cell-Cell Junction

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical-News: Scientists from several renowned institutions, including Institut Pasteur and Sorbonne Université in France, have made a groundbreaking discovery about the SARS-CoV-2 envelope (E) protein and its role in compromising the human epithelial barrier. This protein, a small yet multifunctional component of the virus, harbors a PDZ Binding Motif (PBM), which acts as a molecular weapo...

Scientists From Finland Discover That HPV16 E6 Protein Plays a Role in Breast Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent cancers affecting women globally, with over 2.3 million cases reported in 2020 alone. While significant strides have been made in treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies, a substantial percentage of patients with early-stage breast cancer still face relapses. Scientists continuously explore factors influenci...

Viral Persistence in Human Semen Explored

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical-News: Scientists from leading global institutions, including Charité University Berlin, University College London, and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, have provided groundbreaking insights into how viruses persist in human semen after acute infections. Their work sheds light on the implications for disease transmission and public health measures, particularly d...

New Approach Against Influenza and Herpes Simplex Viruses Using Chewing Gum Infused With Lectins

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: A Breakthrough in Oral Health and Virology A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania-USA, the Natural Resources Institute Finland, and the University of Helsinki-Finland unveils a revolutionary method to combat common viruses like influenza and herpes simplex through an innovative chewing gum formulation. This new clinical-grade product coul...

New Mutation Emerges in SARS-CoV-2 Nsp13 Protein That Allows Escape from NK Cell Recognition

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: A Novel Mutation Raises Alarm in Global Research A groundbreaking discovery in the field of immunology has revealed that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, has developed a new mutation in its non-structural protein 13 (Nsp13). This mutation, first identified in the Omicron BQ.1 sub-variant, alters the virus’ ability to evade recognition by natural killer (NK) cell...

COVID-19 Causes Vascular Fibrosis and Vascular Remodelling!

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on global health, and its aftermath continues to unravel new medical challenges. Among these, vascular fibrosis and vascular remodeling have emerged as critical concerns. Researchers from the University of Glasgow, West of Scotland Heart and Lung Centre, and the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital-UK have delved deep into these phenome...

University of California Study Finds That SARS-CoV-2 NSP4 Protein Alters Endoplasmic Reticulum Structure

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: Scientists at the University of California, San Diego, School of Biological Sciences have made groundbreaking discoveries about how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, alters human cells. Their recent study reveals that the virus's NSP4 protein plays a critical role in changing the structure of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), a vital component of human cells. The find...

COVID-19 Accelerates Brain and Immune Aging

Nikhil Prasad Dec 11, 2024 15 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19, the virus that changed the course of global health, is now revealing its long-term impact on survivors. Beyond the immediate respiratory symptoms, scientists are uncovering alarming connections between the virus and accelerated aging in the brain and immune system. A pivotal study by Ludmila Müller and Svetlana Di Benedetto of the Max Planck Institute for Human Develop...