Thailand Medical News

U.S. FDA Issues Warning and Orders Drug Recall of Male Enhancement Pills Sold on Amazon

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

U.S. Medical News: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a dire warning and announced a recall of four male enhancement products sold online via Amazon. These pills, marketed as dietary supplements, are now classified as high-risk under a Class I recall - the FDA’s most serious alert category as of the 2nd of December 2024.The government agency warns that using these product...

Fetuin A and Its Role in Tumor Growth and Spread

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Vanderbilt University-USA, and Cambridge University-UK have shed new light on the protein fetuin-A (also known as alpha-2-Heremans-Schmid glycoprotein or Ahsg) and its role in cancer. The findings outline how this protein influences the growth and spread of various cancers, including liver, breast, prostate, colorectal, and brain...

Scientists From Finland Decode How SARS-CoV-2 Variants Hijack Human Cells

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from prominent institutions, including the University of Helsinki, the University of Eastern Finland, the University of Turku, and the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, have conducted a groundbreaking study to uncover how SARS-CoV-2 variants interact with host cells. Their work provides detailed insights into how the virus manipulates cellular mechanisms...

Thailand Medical Researchers Explore the Use of Kratom to Treat Alzheimer’s Disease

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Thailand Medical: Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and devastating neurodegenerative condition that erodes memory, cognition, and daily functionality. Affecting over 6.9 million Americans aged 65 and older, this debilitating disorder is expected to skyrocket to over 153 million cases globally by 2050. Despite the availability of medications such as Donepezil and Memantine, which provide ...

Cornell Study Finds That Glutamine Metabolism is Key to Coronavirus Survival

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: A breakthrough study has revealed the crucial role of glutamine metabolism in the replication of coronaviruses. This groundbreaking research was conducted by experts from Cornell University’s Department of Molecular Medicine and Microbiology-USA. Their findings could pave the way for a new class of antiviral drugs that target this essential metabolic process. Cornell Study...

New Diagnostic Potential of Hyaluronic Acid in COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has reshaped the global healthcare landscape, prompting extensive research into biomarkers that can enhance diagnosis and prognosis. One such emerging marker is hyaluronic acid (HA), a natural molecule in the human body. A study by researchers from the Medical University of Bialystok and the Provincial Welded Hospital in Poland highlights HA’s potential in diagnosing a...

Icahn Study Unlocks the Potential of Magnesium in Arthritis Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a challenging autoimmune disease that affects millions, leading to pain, inflammation, and joint damage. New research from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York reveals that dietary magnesium supplementation could offer an affordable, natural approach to managing this condition. This Medical News report delves into the study findings, of...

Indian Study Finds That Berbamine Can Inhibit the Entry and Transmission of SARS-Cov-2

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with COVID-19 and its emerging variants, scientists are exploring innovative solutions to enhance our arsenal against the virus. Berbamine, a naturally occurring phytochemical compound extracted from the traditional Chinese medicinal plant Berberis amurensis, has caught the attention of researchers. A recent study conducted by scientists from the Tra...

Micronutrients and Their Role in Graves Disease Risk

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: Graves disease is a common autoimmune thyroid disorder characterized by an overactive thyroid gland. It can lead to various symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and bulging eyes. Scientists have long explored factors that might influence the onset of this condition. A team of researchers from Zhongshan Hospital of Xiamen University, Fujian Medical University, and the UK Bio...

New Hope for Fighting HIV from a Natural Plant Source

Nikhil Prasad Dec 10, 2024 13 days ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from Wuyi University, China, has uncovered promising anti-HIV properties in natural phytochemical compounds derived from a plant called Litsea verticillata. This Medical News report dives into their study, highlighting the potential of this plant to contribute to new treatments for HIV. The study, conducted at the School of Pharmacy and Food Engineering at Wuyi ...

Italian Study Finds That COVID-19 Vaccines Can Cause Autoimmune Blistering Skin Diseases (AIBDs)

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: In a systematic review led by researchers from the University of Naples Federico II and the University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, a connection between COVID-19 vaccines and autoimmune blistering skin diseases (AIBDs) was explored. The study synthesized findings from 62 research papers, documenting 142 cases of AIBDs, including pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid. These findings reveal ...

Thailand Doctors and Beauty Clinic Operators Among 124 Arrested at Bangkok Underwear-Only Drug and Sex Party

James Josh Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Thailand Doctors: A shocking incident has left Thailand abuzz as 124 individuals, including a number of Thai doctors and beauty clinic operators, were arrested during a drug-fueled party in Bangkok. The event, which took place early Sunday morning, occurred in Room 2001 on the 20th floor of the S31 Hotel in the Watthana district. The attendees, most clad only in their underwear, were reportedly pa...

Compression Garments in Managing Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from Duke University sheds light on the effectiveness and limitations of compression garments in managing Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension (nOH). This extensive research not only explores patient preferences and experiences but also highlights the gaps in existing products and the need for in...

Advanced Treatment Options for Liver Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a pressing health issue worldwide, ranking as the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, according to GLOBOCAN 2020. This aggressive cancer primarily affects patients with liver cirrhosis, a condition caused by factors such as chronic hepatitis B or C, long-term alcohol abuse, or metabolic diseases like non-alcoholic fatty liver disea...

Pathogen Behind Flu-Like Outbreak in Congo Still Not Identified, WHO Says Malnutrition Playing a Critical Role

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical-News: A mysterious flu-like illness is spreading through the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), leaving health officials racing to identify its cause. Since October 24, 2024, the Panzi health zone in Kwango Province has reported 406 cases of an undiagnosed disease. Tragically, 31 lives have been lost, with children under five bearing the brunt of the outbreak. Severe malnutrition, pre...

DaYuan Yin, a Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulation Offers New Hope for Treating Severe Lung Disease

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

TCM News: A new study delved into how DaYuan Yin (DYY), a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formulation, can help alleviate acute lung injury (ALI), a life-threatening condition that causes severe lung inflammation and impairs oxygen exchange. This research was conducted by experts from Kunshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Kunshan Rehabilitation Hospital in Jiangsu, China. Using m...

Chinese Scientists Explore New Monkeypox Therapeutic Targets and Drug Repurposing Strategies

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Monkeypox (Mpox), a viral disease that resurfaced in global prominence in 2022, has sparked significant concern worldwide. Originally identified in 1958 and endemic to parts of Central and West Africa, monkeypox spread rapidly to over 110 countries during its recent outbreak, leading to over 85,860 infections and 93 deaths. Researchers from the State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy at S...

Polish Study Finds Elderberry Flowers Are a Potential Ally Against Diabetes

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Scientists from Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Jagiellonian University Medical College, and Poznań University of Life Sciences in Poland have made a compelling discovery. Elderberry flowers, often admired for their delicate blooms, are packed with compounds that may help combat diabetes. The study explored the potential of these flowers to regulate blood sugar levels and redu...

Threonine 25 in SARS-CoV-2 NSP5 Protein Plays Key Role in Viral Replication

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Key Discovery in SARS-CoV-2's Machinery A groundbreaking study by researchers at Gunma University, Japan, has unveiled the critical role of a specific amino acid in the SARS-CoV-2 virus: threonine at position 25 (T25) in its non-structural protein 5 (NSP5). This protein, often referred to as the virus’s "main protease," is essential for its replication and abilit...

SARS-CoV-2 hijacks Golgi bound PI4P to trigger activation of DNA damage response kinase ATM in cytoplasm

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: A collaborative study led by scientists at the Université de Montpellier in France has uncovered a remarkable tactic employed by SARS-CoV-2 to hijack human cellular machinery. The virus, known for causing COVID-19, manipulates key lipid transport systems within human cells to facilitate its replication. This finding not only deepens our understanding of how SARS-CoV-2 operates...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Glycoprotein G and Its Immune Evasion Strategy

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory illnesses, especially in vulnerable groups like infants, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Each year, RSV is responsible for nearly 33 million lower respiratory infections globally, leading to over three million hospitalizations and around 120,000 deaths in children under five. Despite advances in vaccine...

Link Between Infant Respiratory Microbiome and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Severity Uncovered

Nikhil Prasad Dec 09, 2024 14 days ago

Medical News: A remarkable new study sheds light on how the bacteria living in infants’ noses might shape the severity of infections caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of respiratory illnesses in young children worldwide. This groundbreaking research brings us closer to understanding how to manage and possibly reduce the burden of RSV-related hospitalizations. ...