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Nikhil Prasad  Feb 13, 2025  2 months ago
Medical News: The Growing Threat of Drug Resistant Bacteria The rapid rise of drug-resistant bacteria has become a major global health concern, prompting scientists to seek alternative solutions to combat these infections. Among the most concerning pathogens is Acinetobacter baumannii, a bacterium responsible for severe infections in hospital settings. Due to its ability to develop resistance aga...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 13, 2025  2 months ago
Medical News: Scientists Discover Potential Allergy Treatment with Natural Compound A new breakthrough in allergy treatment has been discovered by researchers from Kangwon National University, Republic of Korea. Their latest study reveals that a natural phytochemical, Rocaglamide (Roc-A), could play a crucial role in suppressing allergic reactions by regulating the IL-4 receptor (IL-4R) signaling...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 12, 2025  2 months ago
Thailand Doctors: A Natural Compound Shows Promise Against Deadly Bile Duct Cancer Thailand Doctors have made a breakthrough discovery in the fight against cholangiocarcinoma, a deadly form of bile duct cancer. Researchers and from Chulabhorn International College of Medicine at Thammasat University and the Centre for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostic Laboratories at Khon Kaen Univer...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 11, 2025  2 months ago
Medical News: A new study has highlighted the potential of corilagin, a natural phytochemical compound, in inhibiting ovarian cancer cell growth. Researchers from Wuhan Polytechnic University and Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China investigated the effects of corilagin on A2780 ovarian cancer cells and its mechanisms of action. The findings suggest that corilagin could serve as ...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 11, 2025  2 months ago
Medical News: Tuberculosis (TB), a serious infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, remains a major global health concern. Global health authorities have long aimed to eradicate TB, but its plans have been delayed due to rising drug resistance. Conventional antibiotics, once highly effective, are struggling to combat multi-drug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) s...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 10, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Scientists Discover Potential Treatment for Muscle Wasting Researchers from the University of Louisville in the United States have identified a promising natural compound that may help reduce muscle loss caused by angiotensin II, a protein linked to muscle wasting in various diseases. The phytochemical compound, known as Withaferin A, is derived from the Ashwagandha plant and has pr...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 09, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Scientists Discover a Natural Compound with Antiviral Properties Researchers from Southern Medical University and Jinan University in China have found that daidzin, a natural phytochemical compound extracted from soybeans, has the potential to combat dengue virus infections. Dengue, a mosquito-borne disease that affects millions of people worldwide, has no widely effective antiviral...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 07, 2025  3 months ago
Thailand Medical: Air pollution has long been a serious public health concern, particularly fine particulate matter known as PM2.5. These tiny particles, less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter, can deeply penetrate the lungs and enter the bloodstream, leading to various health problems. Exposure to PM2.5 has been linked to respiratory illnesses, cardiovascular diseases, and even damage to the nervo...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 06, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Bydgoszcz University of Science and Technology and Nicolaus Copernicus University in Poland have uncovered the remarkable potential of xanthohumol (XN), a phytochemical compound found in hops, in protecting against neurodegenerative diseases. Their study highlights how this natural flavonoid, commonly present in beer and hop extracts, may help prevent conditions such...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 05, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: The retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) plays a crucial role in maintaining eye health by acting as a barrier and providing metabolic support to photoreceptor cells. However, oxidative stress, caused by an overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS), can lead to cellular damage and degenerative eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). To combat this issue, resear...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 05, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: New Research Highlights the Power of Olive Oil Extracts A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Palermo in Italy has revealed that polyphenol-enriched extracts from Sicilian extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects that may help in managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The study's findings shed light on the potentia...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 04, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: The Power of Thymus vulgaris in Combating Inflammation A new study has highlighted the promising anti-inflammatory potential of Thymus vulgaris, commonly known as thyme. Researchers from Université Moulay Ismail de Meknes in Morocco have investigated the effects of different thyme extracts on key enzymes linked to inflammation. The findings suggest that thyme extracts could s...
Nikhil Prasad  Feb 01, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: The world has been battling the effects of COVID-19 for several years now. While most people recover within a few weeks, many continue to experience lingering symptoms that persist for months. This condition, commonly known as Long COVID-19, includes fatigue, difficulty breathing, brain fog, and muscle pain. Scientists have been investigating ways to manage these prolonged symptoms, ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 31, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Scientists Discover the Healing Power of Pomegranate Peel A new study has revealed that natural compounds found in pomegranate peel may have the potential to combat both lung cancer and COVID-19. Researchers from multiple institutions, including King Khalid University in Saudi Arabia and Era University in India, have examined the bioactive compounds in pomegranate peel and their eff...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 31, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Diabetes is a global health issue affecting millions of people, with cases expected to rise significantly in the coming years. While it is commonly associated with complications such as kidney disease, nerve damage, and heart problems, recent research highlights another serious concern - brain inflammation. Chronic high blood sugar levels can trigger inflammation in the brain, leadin...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 30, 2025  3 months ago
Thailand Medical: Researchers Explore Natural Remedy for Heart Complications in Sepsis A recent study by researchers from Walailak University and the University of Phayao in Thailand has uncovered promising results in the fight against sepsis-related heart damage. The study highlights the potential benefits of fermented Houttuynia Cordata juice (FHJ), a traditional medicinal herb, in protecting t...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 30, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Natural Compounds Show Promise in Fighting Fungal Infections A new study has discovered two powerful natural compounds in the flowers of Camellia sinensis, commonly known as the tea plant, that demonstrate strong antifungal properties. Researchers from Anhui Agricultural University in China isolated two triterpenoid saponins named camsinsaponins A and B, along with two other related...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 29, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Acute lung injury (ALI) and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) are severe lung conditions that occur due to infections, trauma, or other medical complications. These conditions cause inflammation in the lungs, leading to breathing difficulties and, in many cases, life-threatening complications. Researchers have been searching for effective treatments to reduce inflammation an...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 27, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has introduced unprecedented challenges to global healthcare. Beyond the well-documented respiratory effects, SARS-CoV-2 has been shown to have profound neurological impacts. These effects, particularly in the form of neuroinflammation, have become an area of critical concern for researchers. Phytochemicals Nobiletin and Eri...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 25, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: A Natural Compound with Potential to Combat Neurodegenerative Diseases In a recent groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Huaihua University in Hunan, China, scientists have uncovered the impressive neurogenic potential of galanthamine, a natural phytochemical alkaloid derived from the Amaryllidaceae plant family. Traditionally known for its acetylcholinesterase-inhibiti...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 23, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of death worldwide, claiming millions of lives annually. In a groundbreaking study, researchers in Portugal have unveiled promising findings regarding the use of Eugenia uniflora - commonly known as Surinam cherry or pitanga - as a natural remedy for preventing and managing these diseases. This revelation offers a ray of hope for tho...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 22, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking discovery, American researchers from leading institutions, including the University of Georgia, the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Weill Cornell Medical College, and Sloan Kettering Institute, have identified a plant-derived compound with remarkable potential for nerve regeneration. This compound, known as g...
Nikhil Prasad   Jan 22, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Kızılcahamam State Hospital, Health Sciences University, Ankara University, and Gazi University in Turkey have explored the therapeutic effects of two natural compounds, thymoquinone (TQ) and caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE), on ulcerative colitis. This condition is a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon, characterized by debilitating symptoms such as abdomin...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 21, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Gliomas are among the most aggressive forms of brain tumors, known for their complex biological behavior and poor prognosis. These tumors, arising from glial cells in the brain, often pose significant challenges in treatment due to their rapid growth and resistance to therapies. Researchers from the Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Xiamen Hospital, and Shanghai Tianyou Hospit...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Alzheimer's Disease and Its Challenges Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia among the elderly. It severely impacts memory, cognition, and the ability to perform daily tasks. Despite years of research, effective treatments remain elusive, leaving millions of families affected worldwide. As the global aging population grows, the number of individuals wi...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Biloba Extract as a Potential Therapy for COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term, progressive lung condition that obstructs airflow and makes breathing increasingly difficult. It remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, largely attributed to smoking and prolonged exposure to pollutants. COPD is marked by inflammation, oxidative stress, and eventual d...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Echinacea, a well-known herb celebrated for its immune-boosting properties, has long been a staple in traditional and modern medicine. Native to North America and historically used by Great Plains tribes like the Lakota and Sioux, Echinacea was once a remedy for ailments ranging from respiratory infections to wounds and even snake bites. In the late 1800s, it gained popularity throug...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: A Traditional Remedy for a Modern Challenge Stroke continues to pose a significant health challenge globally, with over 12 million new cases reported annually. Among these, ischemic strokes account for the majority, affecting 62.4% of patients. The advent of the COVID-19 Era has also seen an exponential rise in stroke incidences as many studies have now confirmed that SARS-CoV-2 cau...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study recently examined the antiviral potential of natural indoles, focusing on phytochemical compounds gardflorine A, B, and C derived from the Gardneria multiflora Makino plant. This research is especially timely as the global health community continues to grapple with the persistent challenges of HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections. Both infections are link...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  3 months ago
Oral Cancer News: Oral cancer, particularly oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), represents a significant health burden worldwide. Despite advances in medical treatments, the survival rate for this type of cancer remains distressingly low, often around 50%. Researchers Madhav Kumar and Abhimanyu Kumar Jha from the Department of Biotechnology, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India, recently explo...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Diabetes has emerged as one of the alarming aftereffects of COVID-19. Researchers have observed a growing trend of individuals developing diabetes after contracting the virus, even in cases with mild to moderate symptoms. Understanding and treating this form of diabetes, which mimics type 2 diabetes mellitus but originates from COVID-19 complications, has become a global medical prio...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 15, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking study by researchers from Akdeniz University in Turkey, three compounds derived from cinnamic acid - p-coumaric acid, ferulic acid, and p-methoxycinnamic acid - have shown significant antibacterial and antibiofilm effects against the deadly colistin-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (COLR-Ab). These findings may pave the way for developing safer and more effective...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 14, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: A New Perspective on Brain and Retinal Healing A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Konkuk University, Kangwon National University, and Hanyang University in South Korea has unveiled the potential of Korean Red Ginseng Extract (KRGE) in promoting neural regeneration. By examining the intricate interactions between astrocytes and neural stem cells (NSCs), the research...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 13, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is among the deadliest cancers worldwide, ranking fifth in mortality. Despite advances in treatment options, such as surgery, radiotherapy, and drug therapy, the prognosis remains grim for many patients. Traditional treatment methods often fall short due to poor efficacy, high recurrence rates, and limited applicability to certain patient groups. In thi...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 13, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer, leaving patients and doctors grappling with limited treatment options and low survival rates. Despite advancements in surgical methods, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy, GBM’s aggressive nature and resistance to treatments pose significant challenges. Researchers from the Universidad Católica de S...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 12, 2025  3 months ago
Medical News: Dengue fever remains a pressing global health issue, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. It affects over 390 million people annually across more than 100 countries. Despite various control measures, such as vaccines and mosquito population management, there are still no specific antiviral treatments available for this disease. This ongoing challenge has led scientists t...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 11, 2025  4 months ago
Medical News: Breast cancer, a devastating health challenge worldwide, affects millions each year, accounting for one in every eight cancer diagnoses globally. Despite advancements in treatments, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormonal therapy, resistance to these therapies remains a critical hurdle. Scientists are continually exploring alternative pathways to combat breast cancer effec...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 04, 2025  4 months ago
Medical News: Viral myocarditis, a condition characterized by inflammation and damage to the heart muscle, poses a significant threat to young adults. With global cases estimated at 10 to 20 per 100,000 individuals, its prevalence is expected to rise significantly by 2030. Often caused by viral infections like Coxsackie B, this condition results in necrosis of cardiac cells, immune responses, and ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 03, 2025  4 months ago
Medical News: Scientists from the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) have unveiled the potent antiviral properties of compounds derived from the brown marine alga Stypopodium zonale. Their study, conducted by Gabriella Mendes and colleagues, sheds light on the antiviral effects of meroditerpenoids a class of naturally occurring phytochemical compounds - against human metapneumovirus (HM...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 03, 2025  4 months ago
Medical News: Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), formerly known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, is a condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets, the blood components responsible for clotting. This can lead to excessive bruising, prolonged bleeding, and even life-threatening complications in severe cases. Conventional treatments include medications like corticos...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 02, 2025  4 months ago
Thailand HMPV News: A New Hope Against a Persistent Respiratory Threat Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common yet dangerous respiratory pathogen that affects individuals of all ages worldwide. Particularly severe in young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals, HMPV has been linked to conditions ranging from mild respiratory symptoms to severe bronchiolitis and pneumonia. Despi...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 02, 2025  4 months ago
Medical News: A New Hope in Cancer Research A groundbreaking study has revealed that a compound found in extra virgin olive oil, known as ligstroside aglycone (LA), may hold potential in combating melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer. Researchers from the University of Louisiana at Monroe-USA and Belmont University in Nashville-USA, conducted the study, focusing on the unique properties of LA a...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 02, 2025  4 months ago
Medical News: A Traditional Plant Meets Cutting-Edge Science The field of neurodegenerative disease research has taken a promising turn with the discovery of compounds from the plant Euphorbia peplus, long used in traditional medicine. This unassuming plant, originally native to the Mediterranean region and now found globally, has been the subject of rigorous scientific exploration. Researchers f...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 01, 2025  4 months ago
HMPV News: Human respiratory syncytial virus (hRSV) and human metapneumovirus (hMPV) are two of the most significant members of the Pneumoviridae family, notorious for causing severe respiratory infections. These viruses predominantly affect vulnerable groups such as infants, young children, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised patients. Despite advancements in medical research, treatment op...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 31, 2024  4 months ago
Health News: A groundbreaking study has highlighted the potential of black chokeberry juice (Aronia melanocarpa) in combating age-related changes in heart health. Conducted by researchers from multiple institutions in Bulgaria - including the Medical University of Plovdiv and the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences - this investigation sheds light on how a simple fruit juice could hold the key to health...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 31, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: Acute pneumonia, a severe lung infection, continues to pose a serious public health challenge worldwide. Although antibiotics are often used for treatment, their overuse has led to growing bacterial resistance, rendering them less effective. In this context, researchers from Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine in China have turned to traditional remedies to uncover alternative sol...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 30, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: Presbyopia, a natural part of aging, is a common issue affecting millions worldwide. It hampers near vision and is often accompanied by other eye conditions like dry eye syndrome and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). While glasses, contact lenses, and surgical interventions remain the standard treatments, researchers from Taiwan have explored an alternative approach - Cassiae tea....
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 30, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: Monkeypox (Mpox), a zoonotic disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV), has emerged as a significant public health challenge. Initially identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1970, monkeypox was once confined to select African countries. However, the virus has recently made its way into non-endemic regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, prompting global heal...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 29, 2024  4 months ago
Health News: Foodborne illnesses remain a pressing global challenge, affecting millions annually. Among the culprits are pathogens such as Salmonella spp., Listeria monocytogenes, and Yersinia enterocolitica. These microorganisms contaminate food, leading to conditions that range from mild gastrointestinal discomfort to severe health complications. With the increasing prevalence of antibiotic-resi...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 29, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: A Brazilian Medicinal Plant Sparks New Hope Researchers from leading institutions in Brazil and Portugal have conducted an in-depth study on the therapeutic potential of Garcinia brasiliensis, a plant known locally as Bacupari. The findings provide compelling evidence that extracts from its leaves can inhibit the growth of Ehrlich tumors, a model often used to study cancer. The inve...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 28, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: COVID-19 has left an indelible mark on global health, with symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe respiratory complications. While modern medicine has developed various antiviral treatments like remdesivir and dexamethasone, the search for effective and accessible therapies continues. Among the many contenders, Echinacea - a plant historically revered for its medicinal prope...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 28, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges to global health systems, economies, and societies. As SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, continues to mutate and evade immunity, researchers are searching for novel ways to prevent infections. A promising breakthrough comes from a team of scientists led by researchers at the School of Life Sciences, Shanghai Unive...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 27, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: In the quest for youthful and radiant skin, modern science continues to uncover natural alternatives to conventional skincare ingredients. One of the latest breakthroughs involves an extract derived from the seeds of the milk thistle plant, known scientifically as Silybum marianum. Researchers from Givaudan France SAS in Pomacle, France, and the Polyclinic of Courlancy in Reims, Fran...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 27, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: Scientists from Wroclaw Medical University, Cracow University of Technology, and the University of Split have unveiled promising findings about the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of Basella alba, also known as Malabar spinach. The fruits of this leafy vegetable, particularly its dark-colored variety (Basella alba f. rubra), are rich in gomphrenins, a unique class of bet...
Nikhi Prasad  Dec 27, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: A New Approach to Combat Aggressive Skin Cancer Melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, continues to challenge the medical community with its resistance to traditional treatments. However, a recent study from researchers at Rutgers-The State University of New Jerse-USA has highlighted the potential of two natural compounds - curcumin and thymoquinone - as a powerful combination agai...

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