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A new section on Influenza, Flu or the common cold,with all the latest research and developments about Influenza or Flu and the common cold. It also includes all the various kinds of viruses associated with Influenza or Flu and ways to prevent Influenza or Flu. Also there are article on how to treat Flu or Influenza symptoms and all the latest drugs available for Flu or Influenza and the common co...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  6 days 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 13, 2025  12 days ago
Health News: Nature’s Secret Weapon Against Viruses Influenza remains a significant health concern, with seasonal outbreaks causing widespread illness, especially among vulnerable populations like the elderly, children, and those with weakened immune systems. Existing treatments, including vaccines and antiviral drugs, face challenges due to the virus’s ability to rapidly mutate. As a...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 12, 2025  13 days ago
Medical News: Surge in Respiratory Illnesses Across France The latest health bulletin from Santé publique France reveals a concerning rise in flu infections and hospitalizations across the nation. During the first week of January 2025, medical facilities reported a significant uptick in cases of respiratory illnesses, with influenza leading the charge.  The French health report covere...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 09, 2025  16 days ago
Medical News: Influenza A, a virus responsible for frequent global outbreaks and pandemics, remains one of the most significant threats to human health worldwide. Researchers have long studied the intricate ways the virus interacts with the human immune system to evade defenses and spread rapidly. A new study, conducted by scientists from the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences in Beijing, Peking ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 08, 2025  17 days ago
Medical News: The enzyme TMPRSS2 (Transmembrane Protease Serine 2) has emerged as a critical player in understanding how certain viruses, including influenza and coronaviruses, infect human cells. This Medical News report highlights findings from researchers at the Universidade Federal do ABC (UFABC) in São Paulo, Brazil, who conducted an extensive review to examine TMPRSS2's multifacet...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 07, 2025  17 days ago
Medical News: Hospitals across Israel are struggling to cope with an alarming surge in respiratory infections, exacerbated by a devastating wave of influenza. Within the last 14 days, three young girls - aged five, 13, and 18 - have tragically succumbed to complications from the flu. The most recent victim, a five-year-old girl with pre-existing conditions, died at Meir Hospital in Kfar Saba after...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 06, 2025  19 days ago
Medical News: The United Kingdom is grappling with a concerning surge in influenza infections, according to the latest surveillance reports from national health authorities. With data encompassing the last week of December 2024, health experts are raising alarms over the significant increase in cases, hospital admissions, and intensive care unit (ICU) occupancy linked to the virus. Human metapneum...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 05, 2025  19 days ago
Medical News: Scotland is facing a challenging winter as hospital admissions for influenza have surged dramatically. Public Health Scotland (PHS) has released new data showing a 12% increase in flu-related hospitalizations in just one week. In the week leading up to December 29, 1,537 people were admitted to hospitals due to flu complications, compared to 1,375 the previous week. This rise has dra...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 04, 2025  21 days ago
Medical News: Alarming Surge in Flu Cases South Korea is grappling with its most severe influenza outbreak since 2016, as the number of cases continues to climb at an unprecedented pace. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) has reported a sharp rise in influenza-like illness (ILI) cases, particularly among teenagers. This alarming trend is causing concern among health officials ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 03, 2025  22 days ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by a team of international researchers sheds light on the life-saving potential of anticoagulant therapy for patients suffering from non-COVID-19 pneumonia. The research team comprised experts from the Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the Seventh Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing-China, the University of Pittsb...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 03, 2025  22 days ago
Medical News: A Natural Solution for Respiratory Infections Acute respiratory infections (ARIs) are a major concern globally, causing immense health and economic challenges. These infections, which include diseases caused by SARS-CoV-2 (the virus responsible for COVID-19), Influenza A virus (IAV), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), have long plagued public health systems worldwide. Despite ad...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 30, 2024  26 days ago
Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) remains a persistent threat to global health, with the potential to cause pandemics. The virus’ capacity to mutate and spread across species emphasizes the importance of studying its interactions with the host’s immune defenses. Recently, researchers from the University of Otago in New Zealand have shed light on how two key cellular proteins, HDAC1...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 25, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Rise in Respiratory Infections Across Illinois Illinois is witnessing a significant rise in various respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as families gather to celebrate the holiday season. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the state’s respiratory illness level has increased from “Low&rdqu...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 25, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Seasonal Flu Cases Double in Short Span Switzerland is currently grappling with a notable surge in seasonal influenza cases, with numbers doubling in just one week, according to data from the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH). As winter settles in, health experts are closely monitoring this trend, which has raised concerns about the strain on the healthcare system. Switzerland...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 23, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: A recent study has unveiled the complex role of Toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) in the progression of influenza A virus (IAV) infections, particularly its dual impact on lung health. The research, conducted by scientists from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, the University of South Australia in Adelaide, and Trinity College Dublin in Ireland, sheds light on how TLR7’s activ...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 21, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Rising Influenza Cases Across Japan Japan is grappling with an alarming surge in influenza cases, marking one of the worst outbreaks in recent years. The National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID) reported over 94,000 flu cases in just one week across approximately 5,000 hospitals and clinics nationwide. This has brought the total number of cases for the current flu season to ...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 13, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Influenza Research Highlights Cell Death Mechanisms Influenza A virus (IAV) continues to be a formidable health challenge, causing seasonal epidemics and occasional pandemics. It is a segmented single-stranded RNA virus, primarily targeting respiratory tract epithelial cells. The body's immune system combats this virus using several mechanisms, including programmed cell death. A...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 03, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: A New Threat Emerges in New Zealand New Zealand has detected its first-ever case of highly pathogenic H7N6 avian influenza, marking a significant moment in the country's biosecurity history. This outbreak has not only shocked the nation’s poultry industry but has also led to immediate and sweeping measures to contain the spread of the disease. The affected farm, located on...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 01, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Influenza, a persistent global health concern, primarily affects humans through types A and B of the virus. Among its key components, the neuraminidase (NA) protein plays a critical role in spreading the virus by aiding its release from infected cells. This Medical News report dives into new findings related to mutations in NA and their implications on drug resistance, presenting cru...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 28, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Understanding Influenza A Virus Challenges Influenza A virus (IAV) remains a significant global health challenge due to its ability to cause pandemics and seasonal epidemics. Despite advancements in virology, the virus continues to evade immune responses, leading to severe health consequences for vulnerable populations. Researchers from Tianjin University in China have shed light on...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 28, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Alarming Discovery of H2N2 Influenza Virus A team of Chinese researchers has raised concerns about a newly identified strain of the H2N2 avian influenza virus. This virus, which has historically caused pandemics, shows alarming traits that could potentially lead to a human pandemic. The findings come from a collaboration between prominent institutions including Shanxi Agricultural U...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 18, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: A mysterious influenza outbreak has struck the Vidataltivu Army Camp in Mannar, Sri Lanka, leaving 25 soldiers infected and forcing nearly 500 into quarantine. Health and military authorities are scrambling to contain the situation, which began on November 11, as concerns grow over the severity of the illness. Mysterious Influenza Outbreak at Army Camp in Sri Lanka Causes 25 Inf...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 14, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: A Breakthrough in Influenza Research Influenza, or the flu, is an ever-evolving virus, forcing us to get vaccinated each year as new strains emerge. Some flu strains are more dangerous than others, with past pandemics, like the 1918 outbreak, killing millions worldwide. Even in recent history, flu pandemics in 1957, 1968, and 2009 demonstrated how fast and dangerous the flu virus ca...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 12, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) has remained a serious global health concern, responsible for annual flu outbreaks and major health issues. With the virus constantly evolving, developing resistance to existing antiviral medications has become a growing challenge. Researchers are now exploring new therapeutic strategies. This Medical News report discusses a novel approach targeting the ubiqui...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 03, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Scientists from Nanjing Agricultural University and the Key Laboratory for Prevention and Control of Herbivorous Animal Diseases (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs) collaborated with the Xinjiang Animal Disease Research Key Laboratory to explore how Influenza A virus (IAV), specifically the WSN strain, manipulates the metabolic pathways of host cells to increase its replicati...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 02, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center-USA, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine-USA, and the University of Pittsburgh-USA have revealed that using antibiotics during influenza infections may actually impair the body’s ability to fight off bacterial pneumonia that can follow a viral infection. The study dives deep into how antibiotics may disrupt lung immun...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 26, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Influenza B infections have long posed a health challenge, especially during late flu seasons when they tend to peak. Despite widespread vaccination efforts, the effectiveness of influenza B vaccines has been limited, often sparking the need for alternative strategies to boost immunity. A recent study conducted by researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (...
Sebastian Lavoie  Sep 16, 2024  4 months ago
Influenza News: Influenza is a common but potentially deadly virus that infects millions of people worldwide every year. While vaccines and antiviral drugs offer some protection, they often have limited effectiveness due to viral mutations and drug resistance. Now, researchers are exploring a novel approach: the relationship between gut microbiota and influenza. This Influenza News report highligh...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 08, 2024  5 months ago
Influenza News: In March 2024, a new case of human infection with avian influenza H10N3 was reported in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. This marked the first known human case of H10N3 infection since the global COVID-19 pandemic ended. This Influenza News report explores the key findings from this case and the clinical, epidemiological, and laboratory analyses that followed. The study aims to enh...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 05, 2024  5 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, Wonkwang University, and the Catholic University of Korea have made an exciting breakthrough in the battle against influenza A viruses. The study focuses on the herb Angelica tenuissima Nakai (ATN), known for its medicinal properties in traditional herbal medicine in East Asia. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report rev...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 24, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, has been thrust into the spotlight due to a sudden and severe outbreak of swine flu, raising concerns about the possible introduction of the G4 EA H1N1 swine flu strain in the region. Has the G4 EA H1N1 swine flu strain debuted in Chhattisgarh, India? Over the past two weeks, the state has witnessed a surge in H1N1 cases, with 42 confirmed s...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 17, 2024  5 months ago
Influenza News: Understanding the Complex Interaction Between Influenza A Virus and PEX19 Chinese researchers from the College of Veterinary Medicine at China Agricultural University, the Harbin Veterinary Research Institute, and Shanxi Agricultural University have unveiled a significant finding in the ongoing battle against the influenza A virus (IAV). This Influenza News report sheds light on h...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 15, 2024  5 months ago
Influenza News: A recent groundbreaking study from researchers at Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, China, has uncovered a small but mighty player in the battle between the influenza A virus (IAV) and our immune system. The study, which sheds light on a previously unknown small protein, reveals how the virus cleverly manipulates our body's defenses to replicate and spread more effect...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 12, 2024  6 months ago
Medical News: Queensland is currently grappling with a severe flu outbreak that is threatening to become the worst in seven years. Health authorities are on high alert as the state's hospitals experience an unprecedented surge in admissions. With over 4,000 residents already hospitalized due to influenza, experts are urging immediate action to mitigate the spread and protect vulnerable populat...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 07, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: Influenza remains a persistent global health challenge, causing significant illness and death each year. The virus, especially types A and B, is notorious for its ability to mutate, making the development of effective treatments and preventive measures difficult. Current antiviral drugs, like oseltamivir and zanamivir, have limitations, including the emergence of drug-resistant str...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 02, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: In an exciting breakthrough, researchers have discovered that inhibiting the RAN protein can significantly reduce the replication of the Influenza A virus (IAV). This Influenza News report explores this new finding and its implications for future antiviral treatments. Inhibiting RAN protein could be key to stopping Influenza A virus The Role of RAN in Influenza The RAN pro...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 01, 2024  6 months ago
Medical News: Alarming Flu Surge in Queensland - A New Health Crisis Unfolds Queensland is currently grappling with an unexpected and severe health crisis as influenza cases surge to unprecedented levels, surpassing COVID-19 hospitalizations. This alarming trend has put immense pressure on the healthcare system and raised concerns among health authorities and the public alike. Queensland in Aust...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 28, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: Breakthrough in Influenza Treatment: Inhalable Penindolone-Loaded Nanoparticles In a significant advancement in the fight against influenza A, researchers from the Ocean University of China, Xuzhou Vocational College of Industrial Technology, Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology in Qingdao, and Qingdao Institute for Food and Drug Control have developed a nov...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 23, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered a surprising strategy used by the influenza A virus (IAV) to ensure its survival and replication within host cells. This Influenza News report delves into the details of this discovery and its implications for future treatments and prevention of influenza infections. The study was conducted by a team from the College of Veterina...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 20, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: The Need for New Flu Treatments Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a respiratory illness caused by viruses in the Orthomyxoviridae family. These viruses are categorized into types A, B, C, and D, with types A and B being the most common culprits behind seasonal flu outbreaks. Despite available vaccines and treatments, the flu continues to pose a significant health threat, pa...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 19, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: Researchers from the Karolinska Institute-Sweden and the Swedish Veterinary Agency have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against influenza. Their recent study reveals that passive immunization using avian IgY antibodies can protect mice from influenza and allow the development of protective immunity. This Influenza News report delves into the key findings and implicatio...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 19, 2024  6 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from the University Hospital OWL of Bielefeld University in Germany have uncovered a potential new weapon against common cold and flu viruses: 1,8-Cineol, a bioactive phytochemical found in eucalyptus oil. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report delves into how this natural compound could help in the fight against these pervasive viruses, offering a glimmer ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 15, 2024  6 months ago
Influenza News: The relentless spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Vietnam is causing grave concerns among scientists and policymakers. The fear is not just about the immediate impact on the pork industry and the economy but also the potential for a catastrophic reassortant strain that could jump to humans. Ongoing African Swine Fever outbreak in Vietnam raises alarms of reassortant strain th...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 15, 2024  6 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study from a team of researchers at Henan University of Science and Technology-China delves into the critical role of tripartite motif (TRIM) proteins in the body’s defense against respiratory viruses like the influenza A virus (IAV) and respiratory coronaviruses (CoVs). These viruses have posed significant threats to public health, causing widespread illness a...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 12, 2024  7 months ago
Influenza News: U.S. CDC Researchers Alert Public to New H1N1 Mutations Influenza viruses, particularly H1N1, are evolving rapidly, with new mutations making them more resistant to commonly used antiviral drugs like Oseltamivir (Tamiflu). This finding was highlighted in a recent study by scientists from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. This Influenza ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 05, 2024  7 months ago
Influenza News: A New Strain Emerges In a surprising development, Germany has reported a rare outbreak of highly pathogenic H7N5 bird flu on a farm in the western part of the country, close to the Dutch border. This marks the first documented case of H7N5 in the World Organization for Animal Health's (WOAH) records, which date back to 2005. The outbreak occurred in Bad Bentheim, Lower Saxony,...
Kittisak Meepoon  Jul 04, 2024  7 months ago
TCM News: In the age of modern medicine, the resurgence of traditional remedies offers a fascinating glimpse into the potential of age-old treatments. One such remedy, the Rujin Jiedu Decoction (RJJDD), has shown promising results in combating influenza virus infections. This ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine’s (TCM) herbal formula not only fights the flu but also helps maintain a healthy...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 24, 2024  7 months ago
COVID-19 News: In the relentless quest to combat the persistent threat of coronaviruses, researchers have uncovered the powerful antiviral potential of pateamines, a group of compounds derived from the marine sponge Mycale hentscheli. These compounds have shown significant promise in blocking the replication of coronaviruses, including the human coronavirus 229E (HCoV-229E) and the infamous SARS-C...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 22, 2024  7 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Codonopsis lanceolata, often referred to as "poor man’s ginseng," has been a staple in traditional Asian medicine for treating respiratory ailments such as bronchitis and cough. Recent research has uncovered new benefits of this herbal root, particularly when it is fermented. This Herbs And Phytochemicals study, conducted by researchers at the Korea Atomic...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 20, 2024  7 months ago
Influenza News: A severe outbreak of avian influenza has prompted a biosecurity emergency in New South Wales (NSW) and is causing significant concern in Victoria. The highly pathogenic H7N8 strain of bird flu has been detected in NSW, leading to massive culling efforts. Meanwhile, the H7N3 and H7N9 strains are wreaking havoc in Victoria. Adding to the complexity, the globally notorious H5N1 strain...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 18, 2024  7 months ago
Influenza News: Every year, influenza A virus (IAV) causes significant health problems, leading to more than 300,000 deaths worldwide. While most people know about the respiratory symptoms of the flu, many are unaware that gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea and stomach pain often accompany the infection. Recent research has shed light on the connection between our gut health and lung health, ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 17, 2024  7 months ago
Influenza News: Every year, influenza, commonly known as the flu, poses a significant health risk worldwide. This highly contagious respiratory disease causes between 3 to 5 million severe cases annually and results in approximately 290,000 to 650,000 deaths. Influenza viruses, particularly types A and B, are responsible for most of these cases. The virus evolves constantly, making it challenging ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 15, 2024  7 months ago
Influenza News: Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infectious disease that impacts millions every year. While most people recover within a week or two, the flu can be deadly, especially for vulnerable groups like the elderly, young children, and those with pre-existing health conditions. A recent study by scientists from Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM), Daegu-Republic of Korea...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 12, 2024  8 months ago
Influenza News: The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed a new case of human infection with the H9N2 bird flu virus in India. This disclosure that was made on the evening of June 11th 2024 and reports about the infection that was diagnosed in April 2024, marking the first reported case in India since 2019. The patient, a four-year-old child from West Bengal, was hospitalized in February a...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 10, 2024  8 months ago
Influenza News: In a groundbreaking study, scientists from Innovation Research Center, EPS Holdings, Inc., Tokyo-Japan, EP Mediate Co., Ltd, Tokyo-Japan, EPS Innovative Medicine Co., Ltd., Tokyo-Japan, Intelligence & Technology Lab, Inc., Kaizu-Japan and Biomedical Institute and NPO Primate Agora, Kaizu-Japan have developed a new type of flu vaccine that is administered under the tongue, showi...

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