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Medical News: Initially reported in late December, the incidence of red eyes or viral conjunctivitis in Tanzania has now grown into a worrisome outbreak with over 4,792 treated cases in just Dar es Salaam alone in the last two weeks and many thousands more that have yet to come forward for treatment.
Exponential Outbreak Of Viral Conjunctivitis Aka ‘Red Eyes’ In Tanzania
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COVID-19 News: The ongoing battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted relentless efforts by researchers globally to unravel the mysteries of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. In a recent study covered in this COVID-19 News report, scientists from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark, the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, USA, and the University of Umeå in Sweden have discovered ...
COVID-19 News: The persistent threat of zoonotic diseases has garnered significant attention, particularly in the aftermath of the recent global pandemic. The urgency for scientific preparedness has never been more apparent, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches in drug development. In this pursuit, researchers at the Universidade de Brasília in Brazil have made a groundbreaking di...
COVID-19 News - United States: In a disheartening turn of events, Oklahoma has surpassed a grim milestone, recording over 20,000 COVID-19 deaths since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. The state now bears the weight of having the second-highest COVID-19 death rate in the entire United States, raising concerns about the impact of the virus on the local population. Arizona currently holds the title...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has posed an unprecedented global health challenge since its emergence in December 2019. With over 750 million confirmed cases and 7.3 million deaths, the need for novel antiviral agents remains crucial. In the relentless pursuit of effective solutions, researchers have turn...
COVID-19 News: In the relentless pursuit of understanding the multifaceted impacts of COVID-19, researchers from I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of Russia and Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, have delved into a previously overlooked aspect: the influence of SARS-CoV-2 on the appendices of children. This groundbreaking...
COVID-19 News: The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) finally confessed on Monday to local media on that the worrisome JN.1 spawn called JN.11 that Thailand Medical News had warned about since a month ago had actually grown in numbers and that over 244 sequences of the variant had been detected in infected individuals in India to date!
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Medical News: Atrial fibrillation (AF) stands as a prevalent heart arrhythmia with significant implications for global health. Recent findings from various academic institutions, including the University of Liverpool (UK), Technical University of Denmark, Stellenbosch University (South Africa), Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital (UK), and Aalborg University (Denmark), shed light on a potential c...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Diabetes mellitus (DM), a chronic inflammatory disease with severe health implications, affects millions globally. Current treatments involve oral antidiabetic drugs, but their associated side effects necessitate the exploration of alternative, safe, and effective interventions. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a rich history in DM treatment, with recent attention f...
COVID-19 News: In a concerning development, Argentina has witnessed a substantial surge in COVID-19 cases, with a 38% increase reported in the past week alone. A total of 8,072 new cases were registered, accompanied by 15 reported deaths in the same timeframe.
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JN.1 Variant Drives Infections Up By 38 Percent In Argentina
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COVID-19 News: In the ongoing battle against the SARS-CoV-2, vaccines have played a crucial role in protecting public health and curbing the viral spread. Among the various vaccine types, inactivated viral vaccines, cost-effective and widely utilized in countries like India and China, have come under scrutiny due to the presence of non-capsid proteins that may trigger adverse immune responses.
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Medical News: While I am no fan of Pakistan and Pakistanis after getting scammed by numerous Pakistani IT 'specialists' found on Fiverr, I am concerned when hear that children are involved.
Numerous media In Pakistan and even in India are reporting that thousands of children in Punjab province in Pakistan and even in its main city in Punjab i.e. Lahore are being stricken by a myster...
COVID-19 News: There has been rising number of incidences being observed in various hospitals and clinics of individuals who had been vaccinated with the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines developing histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis or cervical lymphadenopathy, both commonly known as Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD).
Kikuchi Disease After mRNA Vaccines
Once considered a very rare disease and...
COVID-19 News: In the wake of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the State Department of Health of Mato Grosso (SES-MT) in Brazil is grappling with a significant surge in confirmed cases, raising concerns among health authorities.
New JN.2.5 Variant Wreaking Havoc In Mato Grosso-Brazil
Mato Grosso is a state located in the Central-West region of Brazil and is the third largest state by a...
COVID-19 News: In a recent update from the Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare, Paraguay finds itself grappling with a concerning surge in COVID-19 cases, reporting over 1,000 infections in the last epidemiological week. Despite low testing rates, the nation is witnessing a disturbing 29% positivity rate, prompting concerns about the true extent of the virus's spread.
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COVID-19 News: The emergence of the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, unleashed a global health crisis of unprecedented scale, challenging healthcare systems, economies, and societal norms worldwide. Characterized by its highly contagious nature and diverse clinical manifestations, ranging from mild respiratory symptoms to severe pneumonia and multi-organ failure, COVID-19 poses a formidable challeng...
COVID-19 News: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to an array of symptoms, ranging from acute respiratory distress to lingering neurological effects. Among the latter, cognitive dysfunction and post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS) have emerged as areas requiring further investigation. This study covered in this COVID-19 News report, conducted jointly by the University of Dayton, Ohio, and Indiana State...
COVID-19 News: The global impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2), causing the COVID-19 pandemic, has spurred intensive research efforts to unravel the complexities of the virus and its varying effects on individuals. While the majority of COVID-19 cases manifest as mild illness, a puzzling 20% of patients experience a severe course with outcomes that are not entirel...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, continues to challenge global health systems and economies. Understanding the intricate mechanisms of viral replication and host immune responses is paramount for developing effective therapeutic strategies. Among the various viral components, non-structural proteins (NSPs) play pivotal roles in viral replication, wi...
COVID-19 News: The enduring impact of COVID-19 extends beyond the acute phase, with a subset of individuals experiencing persistent symptoms, a phenomenon known as Long COVID-19 or post-COVID conditions. In a groundbreaking study covered in this COVID-19 News report, conducted by researchers from the Complutense University of Madrid in Spain, corneal confocal microscopy has been employed to uncove...
Drug Recall Alert: In a recent development, UK-based healthcare company Haleon has issued a voluntary nationwide recall in the United States for certain batches of Robitussin cough syrups. The recall comes in response to the detection of microbial contamination in eight batches of Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult. The affected products have expiration d...
COVID-19 News: The global battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has been marked by a mosaic of susceptibility, severity, and mortality rates, unveiling the complex interplay between the virus and the human immune system. Amidst this complexity, researchers at Bushehr University of Medical Sciences in Iran conducted an in-depth narrative review, probing the potential role of human leukocyte antigen ...
COVID-19 News: As the world grappled with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, it became increasingly apparent that the aftermath of the virus brought its own set of challenges for survivors. Lingering respiratory symptoms, particularly breathing difficulties, have emerged as persistent issues affecting individuals long after the acute phase of the infection. Researchers from the University of Got...
COVID-19 News: In the ongoing global struggle against the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent Canadian study has unveiled promising revelations regarding the potential of quercetin, a plant flavonol, in inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 infection and preventing syncytium formation. This research covered in this COVID-19 News report, not only sheds light on quercetin's inhibitory effects but also delves into the i...
COVID-19 News: In a groundbreaking study conducted at Copenhagen University Hospital, Amager and Hvidovre in Denmark, researchers have unveiled alarming findings regarding the long-term consequences of mild COVID-19 infection. The study covered in this COVID-19 News report aimed to characterize the dynamics of lung function in individuals with mild COVID-19, tracking changes from pre-infection thr...
COVID-19 News: As the global community grapples with the multifaceted challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers worldwide are tirelessly working to unravel the intricate genetic factors that influence the severity of the disease. In a groundbreaking study conducted by the “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine in Romania, a team of researchers, in collaboration with vari...
Medical News: In the realm of virology, the discovery of hidden viral proteins within the genomes of single-stranded RNA (+ssRNA) viruses has opened a new dimension, challenging long-standing beliefs about the coding capacity of certain viral intermediates. The implications of this revelation extend to viruses affecting both animals and plants, including the notorious SARS-CoV-2 responsible for th...
COVID-19 News: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has spurred relentless efforts to understand the virus-host interactions and develop effective therapeutic strategies. A recent breakthrough in the battle against the virus comes from the research conducted at the Institute of Virology and AIDS Research, The First Hospital of J...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has left an indelible mark on global health. While primarily known for its respiratory impact, emerging research suggests profound implications on vascular health, particularly within the microvasculature of the retinal bed in the eyes. The Methuselah study that is covered in this COVI...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: The relentless evolution of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and the emergence of new variants have posed significant challenges in the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the development of antiviral drugs, the continuous mutations of the virus demand innovative therapeutic strategies. This Herbs And Phytochemicals study de...
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has presented an unprecedented global health challenge. Beyond its well-documented respiratory impact, emerging evidence suggests a significant association between COVID-19 and heart failure (HF). A groundbreaking study covered in this COVID-19 News report conducted by researchers at T...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: The relentless spread of COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has plunged the world into an unprecedented global health crisis. Among the myriad challenges faced by healthcare systems, patients with pre-existing conditions, particularly lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD), stand out as a vulnerable population susceptible to severe outcomes when infected with COVID-19. While v...
COVID-19 News: The ongoing global battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred relentless research efforts to understand the intricate mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 infection and to develop effective broad-spectrum antiviral therapies. In a recent study conducted by the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China, in collaboration with the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, researchers have identi...
COVID-19 News: In a recent development that has sparked conversations within the medical community, Thai doctors from the Phramongkutklao Hospital in Bangkok have brought attention to a possible correlation between COVID-19 vaccines and the enlargement of pituitary adenomas. This revelation stems from a compelling case involving a 60-year-old woman who, after receiving her fourth dose of the Pfize...
COVID-19 News: The aftermath of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection has given rise to a challenging and perplexing condition known as long COVID. A multifaceted syndrome, long COVID affects up to 10% of individuals following recovery from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). This prolonged multisystem disorder manifests with a range of debilitating symptoms, impa...
Drug News: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently issued a boxed warning on Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapies, citing concerns that these innovative cancer treatments may pose a risk of causing secondary cancers. While the FDA emphasizes that the overall benefits of CAR-T therapies continue to outweigh potential risks, the move comes in response to 25 reports of ...
COVID-19 News: In a shocking development, the Department of Pediatrics at Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio, USA, has reported an alarming increase in the incidence of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) in young children, even those as young as a few months old. The surge in cases is believed to be linked to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, revealing a concerning correlation between SARS-CoV-2 infe...
COVID-19 News: In a recent development, several chemistry professors are urging the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut in Germany to conduct a thorough investigation into potential unintended proteins present in mRNA vaccines. The call for scrutiny comes after four renowned scientists raised concerns about the production process of Covid vaccines in a letter to BioNTech founder Ugur Sahin in January 2022.
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COVID-19 News: As the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic continues, scientists at the University of California have unearthed a new facet of the SARS-CoV-2 virus - its ability to induce sneezing. Beyond the well-known severe respiratory symptoms, this breakthrough covered in this COVID-19 News report reveals a deeper understanding of the virus's mechanisms. The discovery of a specific ...
COVID-19 News: Since the onset of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in 2020, the quest for effective antiviral therapies has been a focal point of medical research. As witnessed in previous viral outbreaks, such as Influenza and HIV, the development of potent antiviral treatments plays a pivotal role in managing public health crises. Initial hopes were pinned on the repurposing of broad-spectrum antivirals ...
COVID-19 News: Post–COVID-19 condition (PCC) has emerged as a complex and debilitating disease, characterized by persistent symptoms following the initial COVID-19 infection. The medical community has been actively exploring interventions to alleviate the symptoms of PCC, with limited success in randomized clinical trials (RCTs). This COVID-19 News report delves into a groundbreaking study c...
COVID-19 News - United States: Data from the U.S. CDC and from the new firm that the U.S. government has contracted for waste water surveillance i.e Verify…a company that belongs to Google!...claims that COVID-19 cases are declining nationwide, data from individual states and counties are showing the opposite!
Hospitals In Massachusetts On Verge Of Collapsing
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COVID-19 News: Affected citizens in Japan are reporting that in certain prefectures and even in Tokyo itself, access to doctors or a healthcare facility to see treatments for respiratory infections and even COVID-19 is difficult as not only are queues long for outpatient clinics but ERs are overwhelmed and hospitals beds are becoming scarce.
18,677 Japanese Hospitalized For COVID-19 As Of 17t...
Thailand COVID-19 News: Latest reports from Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) shows that COVID-19 hospitalizations have by about 12.8 percent in the past week when compared to the preceding week.
Thailand Seeing An Uptick Of COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations
The latest figures from Thailand’s DDC though lacking total number of daily COVID-19 testing undertaken o...
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges, not only due to the acute manifestations of the disease but also because of the lingering effects during the convalescent phase and in long COVID. A recent study conducted by the ARUP Laboratories Institute for Clinical and Experimental Pathology in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the University of Utah sheds light on the immune dysregulation obs...
COVID-19 News: In the relentless battle against the global COVID-19 pandemic, the focus has predominantly been on the immediate health implications of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. However, an emerging concern is the potential long-term impact on mental health. Beyond anxiety and depression, a novel and scarcely explored connection has surfaced - the potential link between SARS-CoV-2 infection and bipolar...
COVID-19 News - United States: As the winter season progresses, Maine is grappling with a surge in COVID-19, influenza, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) cases. Hospitals across the state are reporting alarming numbers, with some nearing bed capacity. The situation is particularly concerning given the simultaneous increase in hospitalizations for all three respiratory viruses. This COVID-19 Ne...
COVID-19 News: The ongoing global battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred relentless research efforts to comprehend the intricacies of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and its impact on the human immune system. A recent study conducted by researchers from the Universidade Federal do ABC (UFABC) in São Paulo, Brazil, in collaboration with Cambridge University and the University of St Andrews in...
Glaucoma News: Retinal ischemia is a critical factor in vision-threatening retinal disorders, including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Recent research conducted by Aston University in Birmingham-UK, the University of British Columbia in Canada, Cheng Hsin General Hospital, China Medical University, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, and Shin Kong Wu Ho...
The repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to unfold in South Africa, and while there may be no recent news of COVID-19 deaths or excess deaths in the country, several municipalities are grappling with a pressing cemetery crisis. The focus of this predicament is the Endumeni Municipality in the north of KwaZulu-Natal, where the shortage of burial space has become a critical issue due to t...
Medical News: In a shocking development, a team of scientists from Brown University has uncovered alarming mutations in malaria parasites (Plasmodium falciparum) in Ethiopia that pose a significant challenge to existing diagnostic methods and treatment regimens. The discovery of strains resistant to both antimalarial drugs and traditional diagnostic tests could jeopardize ongoing efforts to eradic...
The United Kingdom, like many nations, is grappling with the profound and lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The toll on human life has been staggering, with a recent analysis revealing that excess deaths since the onset of the pandemic on March 27, 2020, have reached a concerning 171,376.
Excess Mortality Continues To Remain High In United Kingdom
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COVID-19 News: The ongoing global battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred intensive research efforts to decipher the molecular intricacies of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Recent strides in understanding the virus-host interactions have culminated in a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Université Paris Cité, CNRS, Inserm, and Institut Cochin in Paris, France. This stu...
Herbs And Phytochemicals: In the realm of respiratory health, the common cold stands as a ubiquitous challenge, affecting millions globally and contributing significantly to public health burdens. Amidst the quest for effective treatments, a recent German non-randomized clinical trial has cast a spotlight on the potential therapeutic benefits of cineole, also known as eucalyptol, derived from the ...
COVID-19 News - United States: The relentless battle against COVID-19 continues to unfold in the United States, with the state of Illinois facing unique challenges in controlling the spread of the virus. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals a concerning trend - COVID-19 hospitalizations remain alarmingly high in 54 Illinois counties, pointing to the persist...