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Nikhil Prasad  Oct 16, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Japan is taking serious measures to protect public health as it raises its bird flu alert to the highest level. This action comes after the dangerous strain of the H5N1 avian flu virus was found in Hokkaido Prefecture, located in northern Japan. The Environment Ministry made this announcement following the detection of the virus in two locations within the region. This Medical News r...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 16, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: COVID-19 hospitalizations in the United Kingdom (UK) are rising sharply as a new variant, known as XEC, makes its way through the population. This Medical News report explores the details of this alarming trend, including the symptoms associated with this new variant and how people can protect themselves. Surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations as new variant XEC spreads across the U...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 16, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Researchers at Nova Southeastern University in Florida-USA have recently reported a fascinating case that highlights a rare neurological complication following COVID-19 infection. This case study, published in a peer-reviewed journal, explores the onset of a neuromuscular disease in an 81-year-old man, months after he recovered from COVID-19. This Medical News report delves into the ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 16, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Schizophrenia is a complex mental health disorder affecting millions worldwide. It causes a range of symptoms, including hallucinations, delusions, and cognitive challenges. These symptoms are believed to stem from imbalances in brain chemicals, particularly dopamine and glutamate. However, recent research highlights another crucial player: adenosine, a molecule involved in brain cel...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 16, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: A new study sheds light on how severe COVID-19 affects the immune system, with a focus on the roles of T cells and macrophages. Researchers from the State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease and the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, along with teams from the Guangzhou National Laboratory in China, investigated how immune cells react in cases of severe COVID...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: A recent study has shed new light on how our immune system, particularly a type of immune cell known as cytotoxic CD8+ T cells, responds to SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Researchers from various top institutions, including the University of Science and Technology of China and the MD Anderson Cancer Center in USA, collaborated to investigate the complex molecular int...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: New Zealand is currently experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the new XEC variant, a highly transmissible recombinant strain. In the past week alone, 886 new cases, 89 hospitalizations, and 6 deaths have been reported. The rise in infections has caused concern among health authorities, especially with the arrival of this new variant, which has already spread to over 30 co...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Mpox, a viral disease similar to smallpox, is rapidly spreading across Nigeria, now affecting 25 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). As of October 6, 2024, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported that Mpox has spread to 63 local government areas (LGAs), with a total of 1,297 suspected cases since the start of the year. Out of these, 94 cases ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2024  1 month ago
Glaucoma News: Recent research from a team of international scientists has uncovered a possible link between dietary sodium intake and the risk of developing glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness worldwide. This Glaucoma News report highlights key findings of the study, which involved participants from the United Kingdom and provides insights into how excessive sodium consumption could potentiall...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Researchers have uncovered a link between COVID-19 infections in the lungs and inflammation in the brain, even when the virus itself isn't detected in brain tissue. This discovery opens up new understandings of how the virus affects different organs, which could explain the neurological issues that many patients with COVID-19 experience, such as confusion, memory problems, and br...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 15, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Doctors from Taiwan are raising concerns about the potential for the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to trigger Kaposi Sarcoma (KS), a rare form of cancer typically caused by the human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8). This Medical News report sheds light on a recent case study reported by researchers in Taiwan, which suggests a possible link between the AstraZeneca (ChAdOx1 nCov-19) vaccine and t...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: As the world continues to battle the effects of COVID-19, scientists and healthcare professionals are constantly searching for ways to improve patient outcomes. Beyond the virus’s devastating impact on the respiratory system, it has been linked to severe cardiovascular complications, making early detection of heart issues crucial. This Medical News report will explore the assoc...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2024  1 month ago
Medical-News: Saliva as a Critical Marker in Early COVID-19 Immune Response A recent study by researchers from multiple institutions has uncovered how SARS-CoV-2 disrupts the immune system in the oral cavity during early infection. By studying saliva samples, the team highlighted significant immune dysregulation that could play a role in how the virus evades the body's defense mechanisms. This...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2024  1 month ago
Medical-News: The Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health A recent Vietnamese study has brought to light the disturbing connection between COVID-19 and the onset of depression among those recovering from the virus. As the pandemic continues to impact lives, many are now grappling with long-term effects that extend far beyond the physical symptoms of the disease. This Medical News report explores a hos...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: A team of researchers has made groundbreaking discoveries about the role of microRNAs (miRNAs) in COVID-19. They investigated how specific miRNAs enclosed in exosomes, tiny vesicles released by cells, are linked to inflammation and the progression of the disease. This Medical News report dives into the study, which focuses on four key miRNAs: miRNA-21, miRNA-218, miRNA-155, and miRNA...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Researchers from the University of Cambridge-UK and Institut Pasteur in Paris, France have made a breakthrough in understanding how Zika virus infects human brain cells. The study uncovered a previously unknown mechanism related to specific genes in the virus, known as upstream open reading frames (uORFs), which play a critical role in the virus's ability to grow and spread in th...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 14, 2024  1 month ago
Medical Research News: How Skin Pigmentation Affects Medication A groundbreaking new study is shedding light on how skin pigmentation may play a surprising role in how well certain medications work. According to researchers from the University of California, Riverside, and others, melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color, could act as a "sponge" for some drugs, influencing how qui...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2024  1 month ago
Thailand Medical: Researchers from Chiang Mai University in Thailand have conducted a promising study investigating the effects of Thai herbal medicines on blood glucose levels, which could offer a natural remedy for those living with diabetes. The study focused on several well-known Thai medicinal plants traditionally used for their potential to manage blood sugar levels. The research team was co...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: In a tragic turn of events, Karachi, Pakistan, has seen over 100 children lose their lives to a diphtheria outbreak this year. Despite the disease being preventable with proper vaccination, a severe shortage of Diphtheria Anti-Toxin (DAT) has led to these preventable deaths. This Medical News report highlights the urgent need for increased vaccine coverage and access to critical trea...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Understanding the Role of Coronary Artery Calcium in COVID-19 During the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most important questions has been: why do some patients suffer more severe outcomes than others? Scientists have identified many factors, such as age, obesity, and underlying conditions like diabetes and hypertension. However, new research is shedding light on another factor - coro...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: COVID-19 has impacted many aspects of human health beyond the typical respiratory symptoms. Emerging research highlights how the virus, specifically through cytokine storms, can severely affect the thyroid gland, causing various dysfunctions. This Medical News dives into the connection between COVID-19 and thyroid disorders, shedding light on how the immune system's hyperactive r...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2024  1 month ago
H5N1 News: The state of California is facing a significant rise in H5N1 bird flu infections, impacting both dairy herds and farm workers. Health officials recently confirmed two new cases of bird flu in dairy farm workers, increasing the total number of infected humans in California to six. This brings the total number of human infections in the United States this year to 20. According to the U.S....
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 13, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: The Marburg virus, a deadly disease closely related to Ebola, has struck Rwanda for the first time, leaving health officials scrambling to contain the outbreak. With 14 deaths reported and 61 confirmed cases, including three new infections in the past few days, the situation has drawn global attention. https://x.com/RwandaHealth/status/1844793644030591421   Latest Rwanda up...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 12, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: In recent years, scientists have uncovered a surprising link between peroxisomes - small but crucial structures inside our cells - and inflammation in the brain. Peroxisomes play a key role in breaking down fats and controlling harmful molecules like reactive oxygen species (ROS), which can trigger inflammation. This Medical News report delves into a new study exploring how these tin...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 12, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Researchers have found a crucial link between severe COVID-19 infections and the development of acute coronary syndrome (ACS), a condition that includes heart attacks. The study reveals how the inflammatory response caused by COVID-19, especially high levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6), can increase the risk of heart complications. This Medical News report explores the details of this re...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 12, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, it has been well-documented for its impact on respiratory health, leading to symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, and in severe cases, pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome. However, medical researchers have increasingly recognized that COVID-19 does not limit its assault to the lungs alone. It has shown the ability to af...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 12, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left us with more questions than answers, especially when it comes to the long-term effects of the virus. One rare and concerning possibility is the development of angioedema - a condition characterized by sudden swelling in various parts of the body. This Medical News report explores a case where a previously healthy individual developed angioedema after re...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 11, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: COVID-19 has affected millions globally, with severe cases often leading to respiratory distress and even death. Recent research has identified a potential biomarker that could help doctors predict patient outcomes in critical cases. The study focuses on bioactive adrenomedullin (bio-ADM), a hormone involved in regulating blood vessels, which may serve as a key indicator of mortality...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 11, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: A new study has revealed that patients suffering from Post-COVID-19 Syndrome (PCS) show long-lasting metabolic disturbances, particularly in their ability to oxidize fat during physical exercise. This has significant implications for those experiencing fatigue, exercise intolerance, and other symptoms linked to PCS. Researchers from the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at the Un...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 11, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Researchers and variant trackers have detected the emergence of a new SARS-CoV-2 strain, XEC.2, which carries the NSP5 mutation V73F. This strain was identified by a researcher in Arkansas within the past 24 hours. https://github.com/sars-cov-2-variants/lineage-proposals/issues/2135 New SARS-CoV-2 XEC.2 strain with NSP5 mutation V73F detected in 17 countries could be a potenti...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 11, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: In a concerning development, U.S. health officials have identified a cluster of drug-resistant mpox cases across five states. The cases, caused by an mpox variant resistant to the antiviral tecovirimat (TPOXX), mark a significant public health challenge. This Medical News report discusses the details of the cluster, the implications for public health, and what this means for future t...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 11, 2024  1 month ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: An international team of researchers from recently investigated the potential of Rue herb (Ruta graveolens) as a treatment for COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report highlights the key findings from the study, which focused on evaluating certain compounds found in this herb and their effectiveness in inhibiting the virus's ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Hangzhou City University and Zhejiang Normal University in China have uncovered a new mechanism used by the SARS-CoV-2 virus to evade the body’s immune defenses. The findings may offer fresh opportunities for developing treatments that target this viral strategy. SARS-CoV-2 N protein weakens immune defense by blocking GADD34   The Study and Its Focu...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2024  2 months ago
Thailand Health News: New research suggests that caffeine, a popular ingredient in coffee, tea, and cocoa, may improve vascular health by supporting the regeneration of blood vessel linings. This breakthrough could offer patients with conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis a simple yet powerful tool to help improve their heart health. This Thailand Health News report delves into the fascin...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2024  2 months ago
Dengue News: Researchers from Tzu-Chi University and Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital in Taiwan have made a breakthrough in understanding how the dengue virus (DENV) contributes to the dangerous condition of hemorrhaging in patients. Their study, which focused on the dengue virus envelope protein (EIII), provides insights into why certain individuals infected with DENV develop severe symptoms such as blee...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2024  2 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from the University of Florence-Italy and Emory School of Medicine-USA have found promising new strategies to combat brain aging and neuroinflammation. Their focus? A natural compound called Honokiol and its synthetic version, Honokiol Hexafluoro. Both have shown potential in reducing neuroinflammation and cellular aging in brain immune cells known as microgli...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: COVID-19 has brought various health complications since it first emerged in December 2019. While initially considered a respiratory illness, research has uncovered its impact on multiple organs, including the heart. This Medical news report delves into the possibility of COVID-19 causing a condition called "myocardial fibrosis," a thickening of the heart tissue that can res...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 10, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Shandong University’s Qilu Hospital in China have discovered a potential link between COVID-19 and the onset of psychiatric disorders in children. The study, conducted by a team of pediatric neurologists, raises awareness about how the SARS-CoV-2 virus may trigger mental health issues in children who experience mild symptoms of the virus. This Medical News repo...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 09, 2024  2 months ago
Thailand Medical: Researchers from several prestigious Thai institutions have made an important discovery that could protect your skin from harmful UVB rays. Their focus was on the effects of keratinocyte-derived factors on melanocytes, the cells responsible for pigmentation, which are often damaged by excessive UVB exposure. The research, conducted by teams from Walailak University and Mahidol Un...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 09, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Montreal and several other parts of Canada are experiencing a resurgence of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox), raising concerns among health officials. The city of Montreal has seen a sharp rise in cases of the clade 2b strain, which was the main culprit behind the 2022 outbreak. In 2024 alone, 25 new cases have been reported, with the majority occurring in just the past two months....
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 09, 2024  2 months ago
Med News: The Growing Use of PPIs and Emerging Concerns Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been a go-to treatment for reducing stomach acid since the 1980s. Commonly used to manage conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, and functional dyspepsia, these medications are widely prescribed. In fact, a quarter of the adult population is on PPIs, but up to 70% of prescription...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 09, 2024  2 months ago
Hair Loss: Piperonylic acid, a natural compound found in black pepper, could be a new hope for people struggling with hair loss, according to a recent scientific study. New study reveals Black Pepper compound as a potential hair loss treatment Overview of Hair Loss Problem Hair loss, also known as alopecia, affects millions of people worldwide. While it’s not a life-threatening condition,...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 09, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Routine Screening Flags Possible Mpox Case A suspected case of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) was reported at Jaipur’s Sanganer Airport after a 20-year-old passenger who arrived from Dubai exhibited symptoms of the virus. The individual, a resident of Nagaur district in Rajasthan, presented with mild fever and red rashes on his body, raising immediate concerns among health...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Rise in Confirmed Mpox Cases Amid Drop in Suspected Ones Nigeria has recorded 54 new suspected cases of Mpox during Week 39 of 2024, showing a decline from the previous week’s 75 suspected cases. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) revealed this information in its most recent epidemiological report. However, despite the drop in suspected cases, six new...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Pharma News: SIGA Technologies, a pharmaceutical company known for its antiviral treatments, has recently encountered a significant setback that has shaken investor confidence and caused the company’s shares to plummet. The Mpox therapy, which the company had invested substantial resources and hopes in, failed to meet clinical expectations. In a dramatic development, SIGA has also announced ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge and Oxford has discovered that the SARS-CoV-2 virus causes damage to the brainstem, potentially leading to the persistent symptoms associated with Long COVID. The brainstem, a critical region of the brain responsible for regulating essential bodily functions, has shown abnormalities in COVID-19 survivors...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital have conducted an important study to assess the effectiveness of azvudine in treating patients with severe and non-severe COVID-19. This Medical News report examines the findings of the study, which focused on whether azvudine could reduce mortality, lower ICU admissions, and shorten hospital stays among COVID-19 patients. The...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: In recent decades, the prevalence of many chronic diseases has dramatically increased, affecting more than 25% of the global population. Scientists have long puzzled over why conditions like asthma, allergies, autoimmune diseases, and even psychiatric disorders are on the rise. Now, researchers from the Swiss Institute of Allergy and Asthma Research (SIAF) at the University of Zurich...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Scientists are continuing to uncover new connections between the gut and the brain, revealing fascinating details about how viruses in the digestive system can impact the nervous system. Recent research has shown that certain viruses, particularly enteric viruses, can travel from the gut to the brain, causing serious conditions such as meningitis, encephalitis, and even acute paralys...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 08, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: A breakthrough in treating jet lag and sleep disorders A group of researchers from Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore and the University of California, Santa Cruz-USA, has made a significant discovery in the world of circadian rhythm research. They uncovered how a protein called Casein Kinase 1 delta (CK1δ) regulates our body’s internal clock. This discovery could pave ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 07, 2024  2 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from Hefei University of Technology and Anhui Provincial Key Laboratory of Aerosol Analysis, China, have identified a new active polysaccharide derived from the Nicotiana plant. This polysaccharide has shown promise in improving memory loss in mice, specifically addressing cognitive damage caused by lead exposure. The results are opening new avenues in brain h...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 07, 2024  2 months ago
Mental Health News: Researchers from the University of California, Merced, recently conducted a study to explore the complex relationship between sugar consumption, stress, and depression. Impact of Sugar on Mental Health The Growing Concern About Depression Depression is a serious public health issue around the world, affecting millions of people each year. In the United States alone, on...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 07, 2024  2 months ago
Medical-News: Researchers from the Laboratory of Membrane and Ion Channel Modeling at the Institute of Cytology of the Russian Academy of Sciences have uncovered fascinating details about how Marburg and Ebola viruses interact with cell membranes. By studying fragments of these viruses' fusion peptides, the research aims to shed light on the specific ways they infect host cells and, more impor...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 07, 2024  2 months ago
Thailand Medical: In a breakthrough study, researchers from Thailand have unveiled the potential of a well-known herbal combination, Triphala, in addressing obesity-related health issues. Obesity, a condition where excessive fat accumulates in the body, is becoming a global health crisis. This Thailand Medical news report explores the findings from the study, which sheds light on the bioactive com...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 07, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: A recent study sheds light on early lung damage mechanisms in COVID-19 pneumonia, pointing to the role of oxidative stress and poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) activation. Conducted by a team of international researchers from the University of Debrecen in Hungary and Newcastle University in the UK, the study provides valuable insights into how the virus affects the lungs, potential...

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