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TLR2 And TLR4 Are Novel Activating Receptors For SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein In NK Cells

Nikhil Prasad Jun 01, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has profoundly impacted global health, affecting millions of people worldwide. While initially identified as a respiratory virus, COVID-19 is now recognized as a complex, multi-organ disease with significant immune system involvement. A critical aspect of the body's defense against viral infections involves natural killer (N...

BREAKING! From Victoria To South Australia and New South Wales, SARS-CoV-2 KP Variants Are Making Hospitals Go Down Under!

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: Australia's healthcare system is grappling with a surge in COVID-19 cases, driven by new SARS-CoV-2 variants. The latest, FluQE KP.3, is causing significant strain on hospitals in Victoria, South Australia, and New South Wales. https://www.thailandmedical.news/news/forget-about-sars-cov-2-flirt-variants-kp-1-1-and-kp-2-new-fluqe-variant-kp-3-expected-to-rapidly-become-globally-...

Statins: A New Hope for Aging Hearts

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Hong Kong, has unveiled promising results on the use of statins for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and overall mortality reduction in seniors, including those aged 85 and above. This groundbreaking research covered in this Medical News report sheds light on the significant benefits of statin therapy in an often-u...

Gut Health and Immune Inflammation: New Insights into Heart Failure

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

Cardiology Updates: The Rising Concern of Heart Failure Heart failure (HF) is a chronic condition affecting millions worldwide, leading to debilitating symptoms, reduced quality of life, and increased mortality. The prevalence of HF is on the rise, primarily due to the increasing rates of metabolic diseases like obesity and type-2 diabetes mellitus. Despite advancements in preventive strategies a...

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Atractylodes Macrocephala Koidz Offers Symptom Relief For IBS Through Ion Channel Modulation

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz (AMK), a traditional herbal remedy, has long been valued in China, Japan, Korea, and Thailand for its health-promoting properties. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, AMK is known for its ability to strengthen the spleen and remove dampness, highlighting its holistic healing capabilities. Its diverse pharmacological activities, includin...

A New Pediatric Threat - PD-1 in Pediatric Inflammatory Syndrome Post-COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has been grappling with numerous complications stemming from the virus. Among the most alarming in children is the Paediatric Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome temporally associated with SARS-CoV-2 (PIMS-TS), a rare but potentially life-threatening condition. This syndrome, also known as Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (M...

Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) - A Potential Weapon Against Obesity

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

Health News: The prevalence of obesity has been steadily rising, turning it into a global health concern. Obesity not only affects physical appearance but is also a significant risk factor for various chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and certain types of cancer. As researchers explore potential treatments, Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a major component of tea polyphe...

BREAKING NEWS! Third Human Case Of H5N1 Linked to Dairy Cows Confirmed In The United States. This Will Be The Second Case In Michigan

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

H5N1 News: In a concerning development, health officials have confirmed a third case of human infection with the H5N1 bird flu virus in the United States. This new case is tied to an outbreak among dairy cows, underscoring the unique and unexpected transmission route from cows to humans. This H5N1 News report will delve into the details of this outbreak, the affected individuals, and the ongoing e...

BREAKING! Japanese Doctors Warn of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leakage Linked to COVID-19 in Children!

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has been marked by various neurological and psychiatric symptoms. These symptoms often persist long after the acute phase of the infection, leading to a condition known as long COVID or post-COVID-19. While much of the focus has been on adult patients, recent findings from Japan sugges...

The Role of ADAM-17 in Severe COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the virus responsible for COVID-19, has presented a wide range of clinical outcomes, from mild symptoms to severe pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Understanding the molecular mechanisms that lead to severe COVID-19 cases is crucial for developing effective treatments. One area of research focuses ...

Substance P Plays A Key Role In COVID-19 Pathogenesis!

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: In late 2019 and early 2020, the world faced an unprecedented health crisis as SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, spread rapidly, leading to a global pandemic. This virus wreaks havoc on the human body by damaging endothelial cells, causing microthrombosis, capillary constriction, and pericyte malfunction. These disruptions lead to impaired oxygen exchange in the lungs,...

Mitochondrial Dysfunction Biomarkers and Curcumin: New Hope for Severe COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad May 31, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on global health, with severe cases causing significant morbidity and mortality. Despite advancements in treatment and vaccination, the virus continues to mutate, posing ongoing risks of severe infection. One critical aspect of severe COVID-19 is the impairment of mitochondrial function in monocytes, leading to metabolic and immune dys...

COVID-19 Cases Quadruple in Spain Despite Warmer Weather

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News-Surge in Infections Observed in Mid-May. Spain has witnessed a significant rise in COVID-19 cases in mid-May, with numbers quadrupling despite the onset of warmer temperatures. This unexpected surge has raised concerns, although the infection rates remain considerably lower compared to the same period last year. COVID-19 Cases Quadruple in Spain Despite Warmer Weather Latest...

Rising Incidences of MEWDS Amid COVID-19 Infections and Vaccinations

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: Understanding Multiple Evanescent White Dot Syndrome (MEWDS). Multiple Evanescent White Dot Syndrome (MEWDS) is a rare type of eye condition i.e., posterior uveitis, characterized by the presence of numerous pale whitish dots in the posterior pole and midperiphery of the retina. These dots, as indicated by the syndrome's name, are transient and may not be present during a patie...

BREAKING! New Lethal Avian Virus- aMPV B, That Causes Swollen Head Syndrome Has Emerged In Ontario-Canada!

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: Unseen Threat - Avian Metapneumovirus Subtype B Southern Ontario has recently become the epicenter of a startling development in the poultry industry. For the first time, the region has encountered Avian Metapneumovirus subtype B (aMPV B), a virus previously unheard of in this region. This virus has already caused significant damage, infecting and killing hundreds of turkeys in Onta...

What’s Going On In California? San Francisco Chronice Reports About Growing Viral Loads Of Flu Viruses In Wastewater.

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

H5N1 News: It seems that could be something amiss in the state of California, the American state often associated with sunny beaches and bustling cities. The state could be facing a less visible but potentially significant threat and state officials there could be either downplaying or concealing some concerning developments with regards to the H5N1 virus. What’s Going On In California?...

Metformin Targets Colorectal Cancer Cell Growth Via miRNA Regulation

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

Cancer News: Metformin, widely known as a primary treatment for type 2 diabetes, has recently emerged as a promising agent in cancer prevention, particularly for colorectal cancer (CRC). This Cancer News report delves into the molecular mechanisms through which metformin exerts its anti-tumor effects in CRC cells. By identifying specific microRNAs (miRNAs) influenced by metformin, this study provi...

Hawaii Department of Health Warns of Rising COVID-19 Cases

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: Hawaii is currently experiencing a significant uptick in COVID-19 cases, with new variants contributing to the rise. The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) has reported consecutive increases in COVID-19 positivity rates over the past five weeks. This trend has raised concerns among health officials and the public alike. In this COVID-19 News report, we delve into the factors behind t...

Sleep Quality's Impact on Cognitive Recovery Post-COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: As the world grapples with the long-term effects of COVID-19, understanding the factors that influence recovery is crucial. One of the most significant yet often overlooked aspects is sleep quality. A recent study conducted by several prestigious institutions in Spain, including Hospital Universitari Santa Maria and Universitat de Barcelona that is covered in this COVID-19 News repo...

SARS-CoV-2 Causes Phenotypic Alterations Of Circulating Follicular Helper T Cells In Severe COVID-19!

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has provided researchers with a unique opportunity to study the immune system's response to a novel virus. One area of focus has been the behavior of circulating follicular helper T cells (cTfh), which are crucial for aiding B cells in producing high-affinity antibodies. This COVID-19 News article delves into a study by researchers from University College L...

Extracellular Histones And Procoagulant Extracellular Vesicles Drive The Prothrombotic State In COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has presented the medical community with a multitude of challenges, one of the most significant being the development of a prothrombotic state in patients. This state leads to severe complications such as venous thromboembolism (VTE) despite the use of thromboprophylaxis. Understanding the underlying mechanisms of this condition is crucial for developing effect...

Microplastics Causes Innate Immunity Dysregulation In COVID-19 Infected Lungs

Nikhil Prasad May 30, 2024 7 months ago

Medical News: Global plastic production has surged exponentially, reaching nearly 475 million tons in 2021, with projections to climb to 550 million tons by 2026. This increase has led to a significant rise in microplastic (MP) contamination in our environment. Microplastics, resulting from the degradation of larger plastic debris, present a growing ecological concern due to their persistent natur...