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Lipid molecules within host cells interact directly with SARS-CoV-2 M protein, controlling its shape and affecting virus assembly

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: In the world of viruses, the SARS-CoV-2 M protein plays an essential role in assembling infectious virus particles. The M protein, which is the most abundant structural protein in coronaviruses, takes on two forms, or conformations - known as "Mshort" and "Mlong." This dynamic shift between the two shapes is essential for coordinating how the virus builds and rele...

Cdc42 Protein Drives Lung Cell Aging in COVID-19 Infected Individuals

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: Uncovering a Key Protein’s Role in Lung Aging In an intriguing study, researchers from Southern Medical University in China explored how a specific protein, known as the Cdc42 Protein, might accelerate aging processes in lung cells as a result of exposure to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. This discovery sheds light on why some individuals, especially older adults, experience se...

COVID-19’s XEC Summer Wave Starts in New Zealand. 1,248 Infected, 12 Deaths

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: As New Zealand steps into summer, a new COVID-19 wave fueled by the XEC variant is beginning to make its presence known across the nation. In just the past week, the country has seen 1,248 new infections and, tragically, 12 more deaths directly linked to the virus. With an average of 77 patients being hospitalized per day, epidemiologists are sounding alarms and it appears the pandem...

Antidepressants Like Fluvoxamine, Bupropion, Escitalopram, Paroxetine, and Trazodone Causes Mitochondrial Dysfunction!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: Recent studies from the First Faculty of Medicine at Charles University and General University Hospital in Prague have raised concerns about how commonly prescribed antidepressants affect mitochondrial functions. Researchers Matej L’upták, Zdeněk Fišar, and Jana Hroudová explored the impacts of various antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake i...

New Biomarker for Melanoma Survival and Treatment Unveiled by Researchers

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: Understanding the Role of ENOX2 in Melanoma Scientists from the University Hospital of Ulm, the University of Hohenheim, and Eberhard Karls University of Tuebingen have delved into the function of a protein known as ENOX2 in melanoma, one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer. This protein, which is linked to cancer growth and survival, could act as a new biomarker - an indicator fo...

Cases of Babesiosis Surge Across the United States Amid Growing Concerns for Co-Infections

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

U.S. Medical News: In a comprehensive study from researchers at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and the Penn State College of Medicine, cases of babesiosis - a parasitic disease transmitted by ticks - were found to be rising at an average annual rate of 9% in the United States from 2015 to 2022. Babesiosis, often likened to "American malaria," can be dangerous, particu...

Study Reveals Lasting Heart Damage Linked to Inflammation in Long COVID Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study led by the University of Queensland (UQ), Australia has shed light on why so many long COVID sufferers report ongoing heart issues. Research led by Associate Professor Kirsty Short focused on the cause of persistent chest pain and heart palpitations experienced by individuals struggling with long-term COVID-19 effects. By analyzing blood samples from long COVID...

COVID-19 Impact on Migraine Sufferers

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Medical News: During the COVID-19 pandemic, health experts noticed how the virus affected existing health conditions, including migraine headaches. This study, conducted by researchers from the University of Palermo in Italy, explored the impact of COVID-19 on migraine patients. Their findings, gathered from 102 participants, offer insights into how the virus can worsen or, in rare cases, improve ...

Study Shows Iberverin from Cabbage as a Potent Ally Against Liver Cancer Cells by Inducing Ferroptosis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 06, 2024 18 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Natural Compound Iberverin Targets Liver Cancer Cells for Self-Destruction A groundbreaking study by researchers from Jiangxi Medical College at Nanchang University and Shanxi Academy of Advanced Research and Innovation suggests that iberverin, a phytochemical compound derived from cabbage, might offer a potent treatment against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a common t...

HLA-B-21M/T Dimorphism Linked to Reduced COVID-19 Severity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Genetic Link to COVID-19 Severity A recent study reveals that genetics may hold key insights into why some people experience milder COVID-19 symptoms than others. This discovery centers on a specific genetic marker, known as the HLA-B-21M/T dimorphism, which affects the immune response of natural killer (NK) cells. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, along with collabora...

Stem Cell Therapy Promises Relief for COVID-19 And Flu Co-Infection

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Researchers Discover New Stem Cell-Based Treatment for Dual Viral Infections In a new breakthrough, scientists from the University of Tsukuba in Japan have found that extracellular vesicles (EVs) derived from mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) could help reduce inflammation caused by a co-infection of SARS-CoV-2 and the influenza virus. Such infections, when occurring together, are parti...

Uncovering T-cell Receptor Responses in COVID-19 Patients and Vaccine Recipients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: The world has faced both the COVID-19 pandemic and the widespread rollout of various SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, bringing up essential questions about how our immune systems respond to this virus and the vaccines designed to protect against it. T cells, a key part of the immune system, carry unique “fingerprints” called T-cell receptor (TCR) repertoires, specifically within a se...

COVID-19 Worsens Existing Liver Disease and Could Spur Liver Cancer Development!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: New research shows COVID-19 does more than just affect the lungs - it may also have serious effects on the liver, especially in individuals with pre-existing liver conditions. Researchers at the University of Campania in Italy found that the virus’s spike protein (specifically the S1 subunit) interacts with liver proteins, potentially worsening hepatitis B (HBV) and increasing ...

Hungarian Scientists Identify Novel Biomarker of Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Long COVID

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: In an exciting development, Hungarian researchers have uncovered a novel biomarker for mitochondrial dysfunction in patients suffering from Long COVID. This groundbreaking research reveals crucial insights into how SARS-CoV-2 impacts cellular structures and contributes to lingering symptoms that affect millions worldwide. Scientists believe this discovery could pave the way for bette...

COVID-19 Causes DNA Changes and Accelerates Aging!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri IRCCS in Pavia, Italy, the National Research Council (CNR)-IASI in Rome, and other renowned institutions has revealed that COVID-19’s effects extend far beyond the initial infection. Their findings indicate that the virus leaves a lasting legacy on our DNA, specifically through epigenetic modifications such as DNA ...

Study Reveals That COVID-19 Alters Key Human Genes

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 and Our Genes: How the Virus Affects Us at the Molecular Level Researchers from multiple institutions, including the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland, have released a study that dives deep into how COVID-19 affects our genes. The study sheds light on how SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, disrupts important gene networks within our bodies. By understan...

UK Reports More Cases of Deadly New Mpox Variant

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: Rising Mpox Cases in the UK The United Kingdom has reported two more cases of a potentially deadly variant of mpox, a viral disease known for causing high fever, severe rash, and, in some cases, death. These additional cases, identified by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), were found among household contacts of the country’s first confirmed case, raising the total number o...

H5N1 Bird Flu Infections Keep Rising Among Humans, Dairy Farms, and Poultry Farms Across America

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 19 days ago

Medical News: The alarming surge of H5N1 avian flu cases among humans, dairy farms, and poultry farms across the United States has become a pressing issue for both public health and agricultural sectors. With a steady rise in reported infections, the virus has begun spreading through multiple states, including California, Washington, and Oregon, affecting not only poultry and livestock but also po...

Brazilian Study Finds That Piperine Offers Herbal Protection Against Paracetamol-Induced Liver Damage

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: A new study from the Federal University of Ouro Preto in Brazil has found that piperine, a natural compound found in black and long peppers, could protect the liver from damage caused by excessive paracetamol intake. Paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) is widely used for pain relief, but overdosing on it can lead to severe liver injury, making piperine’s poten...

Red Blood Cells Altered by Changes in pH Levels

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Understanding How Blood Cells Respond to pH Changes A new study from researchers at the Federal Research and Clinical Center of Intensive Care Medicine and Rehabilitology in Moscow, alongside collaborators from the National University of Science and Technology “MISIS” -Russia and the Sarov Physics and Technology Institute, MEPhl-Russia, explores how shifts in blood acidi...

Microbes May Fuel Nasal Tumors

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, San Camillo Forlanini Hospital in Rome, and the University of Sassari-Italy have presented intriguing findings that may help unravel the mystery behind rare nasal tumors. This study brings to light how the delicate balance of microorganisms within our nasal cavities could play a critical role in the development of squamou...

Taiwanese Study Finds Methylglyoxal as the Culprit Causing Retinopathy in Diabetics

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from Taipei Medical University, Cardinal Tien Hospital-Taiwan, and National Taiwan University have unveiled new insights into the role of methylglyoxal (MGO) in diabetic retinopathy, a major cause of vision loss worldwide. MGO, a reactive byproduct of glucose metabolism, has been pinpointed as a key contributor to the damage seen in the retinas of diabetic individuals. Th...

Resveratrol and Vitamin C Fight Oxidative Stress in Postmenopausal Women

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: As women transition into menopause, their bodies undergo significant changes, with oxidative stress becoming a major health concern. Increased oxidative stress can lead to damage in cells and contribute to aging-related diseases. This is particularly troubling for postmenopausal women, who face heightened risks for conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Recent research has explo...

Canadian Study Finds That Insulin Resistance in the Brain Contributes to Cognitive Decline and Psychiatric Issues

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: A recent study sheds light on the unexpected link between insulin resistance - a condition often associated with diabetes and obesity - and brain health, especially regarding memory loss and mood disorders. Conducted by researchers from the University of Alberta and the University of Toronto in Canada, this study reviews how both peripheral and central insulin resistance could impact...

New Study Links Glucocorticoid Receptor Types to Breast Cancer Outcomes, Paving the Way for Personalized Treatments

Nikhil Prasad Nov 05, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Understanding the Impact of Glucocorticoid Receptors on Breast Cancer A recent study from researchers at the National Institute of Oncology, Budapest, Semmelweis University-Hungary, Eötvös Loránd University-Hungary, and ImmunoGenes-ABS Ltd-Hungary, highlights the importance of glucocorticoid receptor (GR) isoforms in breast cancer, particularly in aggressive subtype...

Breakthrough Study Reveals Legume-Derived Peptides as Potential Cancer Fighters

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers Discover Cancer-Inhibiting Peptides in Soybean and Cowpea Proteins In a groundbreaking study, scientists from the Federal University of Bahia and São Paulo State University (UNESP) in Brazil, along with colleagues from Università degli Studi di Milano in Italy, have unveiled promising evidence that certain peptides derived from soybean and cowpea...

High Troponin Levels in COVID-19 Patients Linked to Higher Mortality

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has had a massive impact globally, not only because of the infection itself but due to complications that can worsen outcomes, especially in those with existing health issues. One specific area of concern is how the virus affects the heart, particularly through elevated levels of troponin, a marker of heart injury. Researchers from multiple institutions, including Tanta Univ...

TLR4 and COVID-19, Uncovering the Role of MicroRNAs in Reducing Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the University of Ferrara in Italy have made significant strides in understanding how interactions between Toll-like Receptor 4 (TLR4) and SARS-CoV-2 may drive severe inflammatory responses in COVID-19 patients. By focusing on the role of microRNAs - small, non-coding RNA molecules involved in gene regulation - scientists believe they may have found a way to mitigate...

COVID-19 Can Trigger Aphthous-Like Lesions

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19’s Impact on the Mouth Since the emergence of COVID-19, scientists have noted a range of symptoms affecting various parts of the body. Among these, changes in the oral cavity have become increasingly apparent. This case study investigates a 35-year-old patient who experienced painful, aphthous-like lesions during two separate COVID-19 infections. The research provides i...

New Study Reveals That Fasting Diet Shows Promise for Boosting Kidney Health

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Diets And Nutrition: Hope for Kidney Patients: The Power of a Special Diet Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects millions globally, with a gradual and often irreversible decline in kidney function. A primary issue in CKD is the loss of podocytes, specialized cells critical for filtering waste from the blood. These cells, part of the kidney's filtration system, cannot regenerate easily once dam...

Prolonged Sitting Linked to Faster Aging and Health Risks in Young Adults

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Health News: Sedentary Lifestyles Could Be Harming Young Adults More Than They Realize In today’s world, where we spend hours sitting in front of computers, streaming videos, or scrolling on smartphones, our daily routines are often far more sedentary than ever before. According to a recent study from the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of California Riverside, this extend...

Understanding Painful Legs and Moving Toes Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: What is Painful Legs and Moving Toes Syndrome? Painful Legs and Moving Toes (PLMT) syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that causes chronic pain and involuntary toe movements. Described as an uncommon movement disorder, PLMT combines two troubling symptoms - persistent leg pain and involuntary toe movements. The pain typically feels deep within the legs and is often accompanied ...

Breast Cancer Rates Rising Among Younger Women

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: A New Wave in Breast Cancer Risk: Younger Women Are Now Vulnerable In a troubling development, breast cancer cases among younger women have surged across the globe, highlighting a shift in the age profile of those affected by this serious disease. Traditionally, breast cancer was predominantly associated with older women, particularly those past menopause. However, recent data revea...

Fake Drugs from Illicit Online Pharmacies Found to Contain Deadly Opioids and Are Causing Many Deaths in the United Kingdom

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

UK Medical News: A Growing Crisis: Deadly Drugs Disguised as Prescription Medicine A wave of counterfeit prescription drugs laced with deadly synthetic opioids is infiltrating the United Kingdom, leading to an alarming rise in drug-related fatalities. New reports have highlighted that these fake medicines, often bought from online sources and dark web pharmacies, contain potent synthetic opioids l...

New Clues to Cancer Growth, SAR1A's Role in Head and Neck Tumors

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University uncover a key protein influencing the spread of a dangerous cancer type. New Clues to Cancer Growth, SAR1A's Role in Head and Neck Tumors Understanding Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) ranks among the most common cancers globally, posing significant challenges to patie...

West African Plant Secamone afzelii Emerges as a Promising Natural Solution for Obesity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 20 days ago

Weight Loss News: Obesity, affecting millions worldwide, has led researchers on a quest for safer, effective solutions to manage weight. In an exciting breakthrough, researchers from Covenant University in Nigeria and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have studied the traditional African plant Secamone afzelii and its potential as a natural weight management aid. This Weight Loss ...

Swiss Scientists Explore Methylene Blue as a Potential Treatment for COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 21 days ago

Medical-News: The relentless global pandemic has pushed scientists and researchers to explore both new and existing drugs to treat COVID-19. One such drug is Methylene Blue (MB), historically used in various medical treatments, including malaria and blood sterilization. In a recent clinical trial, researchers from the Fondazione Epatocentro Ticino, Switzerland, and the University of Applied Scienc...

Newly Identified Rotavirus Genotype in Mexico Raises Zoonotic Concerns

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: Rotavirus is a leading cause of severe diarrhea among young animals and humans alike. Known as rotavirus species A (RVA), this virus primarily affects gastrointestinal health, causing notable economic losses in farming due to disease and death among animals. While rotavirus has been widely studied in livestock and humans, it remains understudied in rabbits, despite rabbits being know...

Curcumin Shows Promise in Treating Shingles and Neurological Disorders

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 21 days ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from several respected institutions, including the Pharmacy Department at The People’s Hospital of Zhongjiang in China and the West China School of Medicine at Sichuan University, are shedding light on new therapeutic options for treating herpes zoster (shingles) and related neurological disorders. Curcumin Shows Promise in Treating Shingles and Neu...

Danish Study Finds That Herpes Zoster Risks Linked to Usage of Janus Kinase Inhibitors in Dermatology Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 21 days ago

Med News: Researchers from the Department of Dermatology and Allergy at Copenhagen University Hospital in Denmark have unveiled insights about the infection risks associated with Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitors, particularly for dermatology patients. Their findings, published in a recent study, underscore a heightened risk of herpes zoster (also known as shingles) and other infections in patients un...

New Advances in Hyperkalemia Treatment Offer Hope for Heart Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 04, 2024 21 days ago

Medical News: Understanding Hyperkalemia and Why It Matters Hyperkalemia, an excess of potassium in the blood, can be a dangerous complication for people with heart conditions, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease. Potassium, a key mineral, helps regulate muscle and nerve function. However, when potassium levels rise too high, it can cause serious heart problems, including arrhythmias and even sud...