Thailand Medical News

HIV-1's new tactic to evade immune attack - hijacking human microRNA

Nikhil Prasad Jul 28, 2024 5 months ago

HIV News: Canadian researchers from the Institut de Recherches Cliniques de Montréal, Université de Montréal, and the University of Manitoba have discovered a cunning new tactic employed by HIV-1 to evade the immune system. This HIV News report delves into how HIV-1 downregulates a specific microRNA, miRNA-26a, to enhance the expression and packaging of the CD59 protein, there...

Paraguay facing a multifaceted threat of respiratory infections including COVID-19, Influenza and Rhinovirus

Nikhil Prasad Jul 28, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Surge in Respiratory Illnesses Paraguay is currently grappling with a significant surge in respiratory infections, including COVID-19, influenza, and rhinovirus. The Ministry of Health has reported an alarming increase in cases, revealing a concerning trend in the simultaneous circulation of multiple respiratory viruses. Despite the seasonal drop in temperature, the persistence of t...

China develops new antiviral to combat Influenza A infections

Nikhil Prasad Jul 28, 2024 5 months ago

Influenza News: Breakthrough in Influenza Treatment: Inhalable Penindolone-Loaded Nanoparticles In a significant advancement in the fight against influenza A, researchers from the Ocean University of China, Xuzhou Vocational College of Industrial Technology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology in Qingdao, and Qingdao Institute for Food and Drug Control have developed a nov...

World needs to focus on Chandipura Virus outbreak in India as spread escalates and death toll reaches 52

Nikhil Prasad Jul 28, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A Silent Global Threat While the world remains preoccupied with the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, H5N1, and Mpox, another silent and potentially devastating threat is emerging from India. The Chandipura virus, a less-publicized but highly lethal virus, has caused significant concern with its rapid spread and high mortality rate. Within a short span of just two weeks, the viru...

SARS-CoV-2 KP.3.1.1 variant doubles COVID-19 cases to 13,672 in a week in Italy

Nikhil Prasad Jul 28, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: In a significant development, COVID-19 cases in Italy have surged by 53.3% over the past week, rising from approximately 9,000 to 13,672. This alarming increase has been linked to the new KP.3.1.1 variant of SARS-CoV-2. The Istituto Superiore di Sanità (ISS) and the Ministry of Health have been closely monitoring the situation, as the transmissibility index (Rt) remains above...

Indian researchers uncover that G6PD deficiency worsens COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Jul 28, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A recent study sheds light on why patients with a common enzymatic deficiency, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), face severe complications when infected with SARS-CoV-2. The research, conducted by teams from Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence and Jawaharlal Nehru University in India, explores the complex mechanisms behind this vulnerability. This COVID-19 News report delves ...

Internal tremors and vibrations in long COVID

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Yale Researchers Shed Light on a Distressing Long COVID Symptom Long COVID continues to baffle scientists with its wide array of symptoms, but a new study from researchers at Yale School of Medicine and several other institutions has highlighted an especially troubling condition: internal tremors and vibrations. This Medical News report explores the study's key findings, providi...

Novel interaction between the SARS-CoV-2 envelope (E) protein and human cellular proteins BRD2 and BRD4 discovered

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: Researchers unveil the mechanism behind SARS-CoV-2’s disruption of human immune response. Scientists from the Andalusian Centre for Molecular Biology and Regenerative Medicine (CABIMER) in Seville, Spain, have uncovered a novel interaction between the SARS-CoV-2 envelope (E) protein and human cellular proteins BRD2 and BRD4. This groundbreaking study, detailed in this COVID-1...

Galangin shows promise in treating rheumatoid arthritis

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Arthritis News: A collaborative team of researchers from Beirut Arab University, the American University of Beirut, and Abu Dhabi Women’s College has shed new light on the potential treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a debilitating autoimmune disease affecting millions worldwide. This Arthritis News report delves into their recent findings, which have revealed the promising effects of ...

Citrus flavonoid Hesperetin shows promise for Colitis

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Gastroenterology News: Introduction to a Silent Struggle Millions of people around the world suffer from ulcerative colitis (UC), a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes persistent abdominal pain and diarrhea, often disrupting daily life. Current treatments for UC include a variety of medications, from anti-inflammatory drugs to biologics, but many patients do not achieve long-term...

New insights into the SARS-CoV-2 E and 3a proteins and their roles in virus assembly and immune response

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: Understanding SARS-CoV-2 Proteins A recent study has delved into the intricacies of two key proteins of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, known as E and 3a proteins, highlighting their pivotal roles in the viral life cycle. This COVID-19 News report explores the findings from research conducted by scientists from the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse, U.S. NIH and the University of Rochest...

Thailand Medical Authorities Promote Thai Traditional Medicine as First Line of Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Thailand Medical: Public Health Minister Advocates for Traditional Remedies In a significant move towards integrating traditional healing practices into mainstream healthcare, Thailand's Minister of Public Health, Mr. Somsak Thepsuthin, has launched a policy encouraging the use of Thai traditional medicine as a first-line treatment. The initiative, unveiled at the 16th Regional Thai Tradition...

U.S. Medical News - Minnesota Reports Worrying COVID-19 Hospitalizations Trends

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Minnesota is experiencing a significant surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations, with recent data indicating a worrying trend. Over the past five weeks, the state has seen a consistent rise in the number of hospital admissions related to COVID-19. This U.S. Medical News report delves into the details of this surge, its implications, and the response from health authorities. &nbs...

Diquafosol - A New Hope for Dry Eye Sufferers

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Ophthalmology Updates: Researchers from Gyeongsang National University and Korea University have made a significant breakthrough in the treatment of dry eye disease (DED), unveiling the promising potential of Diquafosol Tetrasodium (DQS). This Ophthalmology Updates news report delves into the study's findings, shedding light on how DQS could revolutionize the way we manage this widespread ocul...

New hope for pancreatic cancer treatment - fungi-derived bioactive compounds

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical-News: A Deadly Disease in Need of New Treatments Pancreatic cancer, one of the most lethal forms of cancer, has seen a two-fold increase in incidence worldwide over the past two decades. This aggressive disease often remains undetected until it has reached advanced stages, making effective treatment difficult. The current treatment options, including surgery and chemotherapy, often fall s...

Study shockingly reveals that Catecholamines and Catecholaminergic drugs can interfere with human testicular functions

Nikhil Prasad Jul 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study has unveiled a startling discovery: catecholamines and catecholaminergic drugs can interfere with human testicular functions. This Medical News report delves into the significant findings and their potential implications on male fertility, a concern that resonates with many. Study shockingly reveals that Catecholamines and Catecholaminergic drugs can inter...

U.S. Medical News - Vermont’s COVID-19 viral loads in wastewater rising fast

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Infection Rates and Monitoring Efforts For the week ending July 20, 2024, COVID-19 infection rates in Vermont have surged, marking a significant increase from earlier months and highlights a concerning trend as the virus regains a foothold in the community. https://www.healthvermont.gov/disease-control/covid-19/covid-19-data https://www.healthvermont.gov/sites/default/fil...

U.S. Medical News-Wastewater and hospitalizations data shows that COVID-19 is affecting Maryland once more

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Maryland is experiencing an unusual surge in COVID-19 cases this summer, defying typical seasonal trends. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the state has recorded the highest spike in COVID levels in its wastewater since early January. The levels of viral activity measured in Maryland’s sewage last week were nearly double the national ...

Brazilian Study Finds That A Desert Plant Could Actually Protect Your Liver

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Cactus Plant's Hidden Potential In the vast, arid landscapes where few plants can survive, the cactus stands resilient. Known for its ability to thrive in harsh conditions, this spiky plant might hold secrets to better health, especially for your liver. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report explores recent research revealing how cacti, specifically those from the...

New disease linked to long COVID - Introducing SARS-CoV-2 Persistent Intestinal Epithelial Syndrome (SPIES)

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, New York-USA, has identified a new condition linked to Long COVID, termed SARS-CoV-2 Persistent Intestinal Epithelial Syndrome (SPIES). This Medical News report explores this groundbreaking discovery, detailing the clinical, histologic, and RNA programmatic data used to identify SPIES as...

New revolutionary imaging technique reveals Circular RNAs encoded by viruses including SARS-CoV-2

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, scientists have unveiled a new approach for the detection, imaging, and quantification of human and viral circular RNAs (circRNAs). The team, comprising researchers from prestigious institutions such as New Jersey Medical School at Rutgers University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Shenzhen University Medical School, has developed an innovative metho...

Canadian study finds that Ursolic acid could be used as an adjuvant to combat colorectal cancer

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Cancer Updates: A Rising Hope in Cancer Research Colorectal cancer, the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, claims nearly 900,000 lives annually. The aggressive nature and low five-year survival rate of metastatic colorectal cancer underscore the urgent need for new treatment options. Enter ursolic acid, a compound found abundantly in plants such as cranberries, apples, and ro...

New insights into infections involving the heart’s valves

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Native valve infective endocarditis (NVE) is an infection that targets the inner lining of the heart's valves. Once considered a disease primarily affecting young or middle-aged adults with underlying conditions such as rheumatic heart disease or congenital heart defects, it now predominantly impacts older adults. This Medical News report explores the latest findings on NVE, high...

Utah study reveals that COVID-19 and Influenza increase risk of Acute Aortic Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical-News: The Silent Threat A recent study by the University of Utah Health has uncovered a concerning link between severe respiratory viral infections, such as COVID-19 and Influenza, and the increased risk of acute aortic syndrome (AAS). This revelation covered in this Medical News report, underscores the importance of vigilant monitoring of patients recovering from these infections to prev...

Researchers warn that SARS-CoV-2 can infect the Meibomian glands of the eyes

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Xiang’an Hospital of Xiamen University-China and Zhongshan Hospital of Fudan University-China have discovered that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, can infect the Meibomian glands of the eyes. This Medical News report delves into the significant findings of the study and their potential implications. SARS-CoV-2 can in...

Thailand FDA issues warning on Nutri gout milk supplements

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Thailand Medical: Claims of Gout and Osteoarthritis Treatment Unfounded, Says Agency The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a stern warning to consumers about Nutri Gout milk supplements, which are being promoted online with exaggerated and unlicensed claims. The FDA's investigation reveals that these products are falsely advertised to treat and prevent serious health condition...

Brazilian study shows that Anethole can prevent diabetes-induced nerve damage

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Diabetes News: Researchers from the State University of Ceará, Brazil, have discovered that anethole, a natural compound found in many plants, can prevent nerve damage caused by diabetes. This Diabetes News report delves into their findings. Brazilian study shows that Anethole can prevent diabetes-induced nerve damage Understanding Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic ...

New insights into orthostatic intolerance in long COVID patients

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Long COVID has become a major concern as many people continue to experience symptoms long after recovering from the initial infection. One of the troubling conditions associated with long COVID is orthostatic intolerance (OI), a disorder that affects the autonomic nervous system. This Medical News report explores the findings of a study conducted by researchers from Okayama Universit...

Study finds that Oxylipins play a role in the development and progression of Glaucoma

Nikhil Prasad Jul 26, 2024 5 months ago

Glaucoma News: Glaucoma, one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness, affects millions globally. Recent research from the Joint Shantou International Eye Center of Shantou University-China and The Chinese University of Hong Kong has uncovered crucial insights into the role of oxylipins in the development and progression of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). This Glaucoma News report delve...