Influenza or Flu

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...

Exposure to Influenza Viruses H1N1 and H3N2 Increases Risk of Parkinson’s Disease!

Nikhil Prasad Feb 23, 2025 1 day ago

Medical News: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, leading to symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. While the exact cause of PD remains unknown, both genetic and environmental factors are believed to contribute to its development. Recent research has highlighted a potential link between exposure to c...

How Neurotropic Viruses Such as Influenza, HIV, Herpes Affect the Human Brain to Cause Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Nikhil Prasad Feb 23, 2025 1 day ago

Medical News: Viruses have long been known to cause serious infections in the human body, but their effects on the nervous system have been a topic of increasing scientific interest. Researchers from Koç University-Turkey, have conducted an in-depth computational and literature-based analysis of how six neurotropic viruses interact with human proteins and potentially contribute to neuropsyc...

Flu Kills 900 Americans in California with Current Test Positivity Rate at 23.3 Percent

Nikhil Prasad Feb 23, 2025 2 days ago

U.S. Medical News: A Severe Flu Season Claims Lives in California The flu season in California has turned deadly, with over 900 fatalities reported so far, including 15 children. The alarming death toll makes this one of the worst flu outbreaks in recent years, according to the California Department of Public Health. Health officials have confirmed that 701 of the deceased were over the age of 64,...

American Scientists Discover Key Role of Leptin in Fighting Severe Influenza

Nikhil Prasad Feb 22, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: A new study has unveiled the vital role of leptin, a hormone commonly associated with regulating appetite and metabolism, in maintaining physiological stability during severe influenza infections. Conducted by researchers from Harvard Medical School, Rockefeller University, Weill Cornell Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and UT Southwestern Medical Center, the study h...

Influenza Positivity Rates Hit 26.9 Percent in Canada as Infection and Hospitalization Rates Rise

Nikhil Prasad Feb 22, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: Flu Cases Surge Across Canada Recent data from Canada’s national health surveillance system paints a concerning picture of the country’s battle with influenza. The latest report reveals a sharp increase in flu cases, with a positivity rate of 26.9 percent - the highest recorded since the early weeks of the past 2020-21 flu season. Certain regions, including British Colum...

Ohio Teen Dies as Flu Cases Surge Across the State with 2,470 Flu-Related Hospitalizations in the Last 7 Days

Nikhil Prasad Feb 22, 2025 2 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Ohio Reports First Pediatric Flu Death of the Season Ohio is witnessing a significant surge in flu-related hospitalizations, with health officials now confirming the state’s first pediatric flu-related death of the season. A teenager from Allen County, under the age of 18, has succumbed to influenza, marking a tragic milestone in what has been an alarmingly active flu sea...

Canadian Researchers Discover New H5N1 Bird Flu Strains Resistant to Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)!

Nikhil Prasad Feb 22, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: Worrisome Discovery in Canada Canadian researchers have identified a new strain of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian flu that shows resistance to the antiviral drug oseltamivir (Tamiflu). The discovery has raised concerns about the effectiveness of current influenza treatments. The mutated strain was found on eight chicken farms in British Columbia during an investigation of a widesp...

Delhi Witnessing an Anomalous Flu Surge as Many Remaining Sick Over Longer Periods along with Persistent Fevers

Nikhil Prasad Feb 21, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: A Mysterious Flu Wave Grips Delhi Delhi is currently experiencing an unusual flu surge, with patients reporting prolonged illness and persistent fevers. Unlike previous flu seasons, this year’s outbreak is characterized by an extended recovery period and more severe symptoms, leaving both doctors and patients concerned. Many individuals who typically recover from flu within fi...

Influenza Positivity Rate Reaches 25.3 Percent in Hungary as Hospitals Get Overwhelmed

Nikhil Prasad Feb 21, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: Sharp Rise in Respiratory Infections Puts Pressure on Hungary’s Healthcare System Hungary is grappling with a significant surge in respiratory infections, reversing what had appeared to be a promising decline just a week earlier. Data from the National Centre for Public Health and Pharmacy (NNGYK) reveals that the number of people seeking medical assistance for acute respirato...

Interleukin-6 Defends Against Influenza Virus by Boosting Antibody Response Not Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Feb 21, 2025 4 days ago

Medical News: Influenza is a serious respiratory virus that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to severe illness and even death in some cases. Scientists have long sought to understand how the immune system combats this virus, with a focus on the role of different immune molecules. A new study conducted by researchers at the Institute of Molecular Health Science, ETH Zurich, Switzerland...

Selenium Strengthens Immunity and Helps Fight Viral Diseases Including COVID-19 and Influenza

Nikhil Prasad Feb 20, 2025 4 days ago

Medical News: Selenium, a vital trace element found in soil, water, and food, has been gaining attention for its potential in preventing and treating various viral diseases. Researchers from Guangzhou Medical University in China have explored the link between selenium and viral infections, revealing how this essential nutrient plays a crucial role in boosting immunity, reducing oxidative stress, a...

Scientists Explore How T Cells Identify and Respond to Various Influenza A Virus Variants

Nikhil Prasad Feb 20, 2025 4 days ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from multiple global institutions has conducted an in-depth study on how certain immune cells, known as T cells, can recognize and respond to different strains of the influenza A virus. This discovery could have significant implications for the development of more effective vaccines that offer broad protection against various flu strains. Scientists Explore...

Taiwan Reports 148,000 Outpatient and ER Visits Due to Influenza With 122 in ICU and 21 Deaths in The Last Week

Nikhil Prasad Feb 19, 2025 5 days ago

Medical News: Taiwan Faces Severe Influenza Outbreak Taiwan is currently grappling with a significant influenza outbreak, with the Taiwanese Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reporting approximately 148,000 outpatient and emergency room visits related to flu-like symptoms in just one week. This figure, recorded between February 9 and February 15, 2025, is slightly lower than the previous week but...

Elderberry Extract and Quinine Show Promising Antiviral Potential Against Influenza And COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Feb 19, 2025 5 days ago

Medical News: Researchers Explore Natural Remedies for Viral Infections A new study conducted by scientists from Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg in Germany and Iprona Lana SpA in Italy has revealed promising antiviral properties in two natural substances: European black elderberry fruit extract and quinine. Their findings suggest that combining these two compounds could offe...

Germany Records 456 Deaths and 29,694 Hospitalizations in the Current Ongoing Influenza Season Which is Worsening

Nikhil Prasad Feb 19, 2025 6 days ago

Medical News: Germany Faces Severe Influenza Season with Rising Cases and Hospitalizations Germany is grappling with a severe influenza season that has already resulted in 456 deaths and 29,694 hospitalizations. The situation has worsened significantly since the start of the year, with health officials reporting a sharp increase in infections, particularly among young children. Hospitals are stru...

Thailand Faces Rapid Increase in Influenza Cases Nationwide as Infections Reach 99,057 Along with 9 Deaths

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 6 days ago

Thailand Influenza News: Thailand is currently experiencing a significant rise in influenza cases, with the Public Health Ministry issuing warnings about the rapid spread of the virus. The northeastern region, particularly the provinces of Nakhon Ratchasima, Surin, Buri Ram, and Chaiyaphum, has been hit the hardest. Health officials are now urging people who exhibit flu-like symptoms to stay at ho...

North American Origin Influenza A H10 Viruses in Eurasian Wild Birds and the Risk of Human H10N5 Emergence

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 6 days ago

Medical News: Scientists Warn of Potential Human Infection Risk from H10N5 Influenza A new study has raised concerns about the emergence of a novel influenza strain, H10N5, in humans, originating from wild birds in Eurasia. Researchers from the State Key Laboratory of Virology and Biosafety at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, along with the University of Chinese Acade...

New Study Unveils How Influenza Virus Exploits CXCL8-MAPK-hnRNP-K Pathway to Enhance Infection

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 7 days ago

Medical News: Understanding the Role of CXCL8 in Influenza Virus Infection A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from multiple institutions, including the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Shanghai Jiao Tong University, has uncovered a crucial mechanism by which the influenza virus manipulates the body's immune signaling pathways to enhance its replication and spread. This Medical News...

Flu Deaths Surpassing COVID-19 Mortality Rates in the United States

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 8 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Deaths Rising Faster Than COVID Mortality Rates For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began, influenza deaths in the United States are outpacing those caused by COVID-19. According to recent data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu-related deaths accounted for 2.6% of total fatalities in the country in early February, while COVID-19 ...

HMPV and Adenovirus Infections Rising Gradually Across the United Kingdom as COVID-19 and Flu Cases Drop

Nikhil Prasad Feb 14, 2025 10 days ago

UK Medical News: In recent weeks, the United Kingdom has witnessed a shift in respiratory virus trends. While cases of COVID-19 and seasonal flu have either stabilized or declined, human metapneumovirus (HMPV) and adenovirus infections are gradually rising. The latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) suggests a shift in the dominant respiratory viruses circulating within the communi...

An Update on Approved and Innovative Therapeutic Approaches to Combatting Influenza Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Feb 14, 2025 11 days ago

Medical News: Influenza remains a significant global health threat, causing seasonal epidemics and posing the risk of pandemics. Currently, countries like the United States and China are facing an exponential surge in influenza infections that is also seeing hospitalizations and deaths rise. Despite advances in vaccine development and antiviral treatments, the virus continues to evolve, necessitat...

Tennessee Reports First Child Flu Death of 2025 Amid Rising Outbreaks

Nikhil Prasad Feb 14, 2025 11 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Surge Across Tennessee Tennessee is facing a severe flu season, with the state recording a significant number of influenza-like illness (ILI) cases in recent weeks. According to the latest report from the Tennessee Department of Health, a child has succumbed to the flu, marking the first pediatric flu-related death of 2025. The tragic incident was confirmed during the...

Alarming Surge of Respiratory Infections in North Carolina Sees 58 Die in the Last Week with Hospitalizations Rising

Nikhil Prasad Feb 13, 2025 11 days ago

U.S. Medical News: North Carolina Faces a Devastating Surge in Respiratory Infections North Carolina is grappling with a severe outbreak of respiratory illnesses, leading to an alarming number of deaths and an overwhelming increase in hospitalizations. According to new data from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), 58 people have lost their lives due to flu-related ...

Indian Researchers Discover Role of REST protein in Neuronal and Non-Neuronal Viral Infections

Nikhil Prasad Feb 12, 2025 13 days ago

Medical News: Understanding the Role of REST in Virus Infections Viruses have long been a subject of fascination and concern due to their ability to infect and manipulate host cells. One such molecular player in the complex interaction between viruses and their hosts is the Repressor Element-1 Silencing Transcription Factor (REST), also known as Neuron-Restrictive Silencer Factor (NRSF). This tra...

U.S. NIH Study Finds That Influenza A Virus Adapts Its Shape to Survive and Spread

Nikhil Prasad Feb 11, 2025 14 days ago

Medical News: A Virus That Changes Its Form to Survive Scientists from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), have made a remarkable discovery about the influenza A virus (IAV). They found that this virus can change its shape in response to different environmental conditions, switching between spherical and filament...

Arkansas Faces Severe Flu Season as Cases and Deaths Continue to Rise

Nikhil Prasad Feb 10, 2025 15 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu and Other Respiratory Illnesses Surge Across the State Arkansas is experiencing a significant spike in flu cases, with the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) reporting an alarming increase in infections, hospital visits, and fatalities. The latest report, covering the fifth week of 2025, paints a concerning picture of the ongoing flu season. Arkansas Faces Severe Flu ...

The Probiotic Streptococcus Salivarius BLIS K12 for Preventing and Modulating Viral Infections

Nikhil Prasad Feb 10, 2025 15 days ago

Medical News: A Natural Probiotic with Promising Benefits Researchers from Blis Technologies Ltd in New Zealand have been studying a unique probiotic known as Streptococcus salivarius BLIS K12. This naturally occurring bacterium, found in the human mouth, has been recognized for its ability to inhibit harmful bacteria. Now, scientists are exploring its potential to help prevent viral infections, ...

Vietnam Reports a Surge in Severe Influenza Cases Requiring Hospitalization While Tamiflu Prices Rise

Nikhil Prasad Feb 09, 2025 15 days ago

Medical News: Alarming Increase in Flu Cases Across Vietnam Vietnam is currently facing a sharp increase in severe influenza cases, with hospitals overwhelmed by patients suffering from serious respiratory complications. Many of these cases have escalated to critical conditions, requiring intensive care, mechanical ventilation, or even extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The rise in hospi...

13,000 Americans Have Died in This Ongoing Flu Season According to U.S. CDC with Colorado Among Hardest Hit

Nikhil Prasad Feb 09, 2025 16 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Surge Across the United States The United States is experiencing one of the most intense flu seasons in over a decade, with Colorado among the worst-affected states. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza cases are rising rapidly across the country, leading to widespread concern among health professionals and the public alike...

Understanding How Host Cells Defend Against Viruses Through Natural Restriction Mechanisms

Nikhil Prasad Feb 09, 2025 16 days ago

Medical News: Viruses are a major threat to human health, with many capable of causing severe illnesses. Diseases like COVID-19, influenza, hepatitis B, and even HIV all stem from viral infections that exploit the human body's cells for replication. However, our bodies are not defenseless. Scientists from several prestigious institutions, including the National Institute of Pathogen Biology at...

Kentucky Reports First Child Death as Flu Continues to Surge Across the State

Nikhil Prasad Feb 08, 2025 17 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Continue to Rise Across Kentucky Kentucky is facing one of its worst flu seasons in recent years, with health officials reporting a rapid increase in cases statewide. Schools have been forced to close, hospitals are seeing a surge in pediatric flu patients, and vaccination rates remain worryingly low. In a tragic turn, the Kentucky Department for Public Health has con...

Health Officials Sound Alarm Over Rising Flu and COVID-19 Infections in Texas

Nikhil Prasad Feb 06, 2025 19 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Health experts are warning of a significant surge in respiratory illnesses across Texas, with flu and COVID-19 cases increasing at an alarming rate. According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, emergency room visits linked to respiratory illnesses have spiked, indicating that more people are experiencing severe symptoms requiring medical attention. Health Off...

New Insights into Influenza A Virus Receptors and Potential Treatments

Niikhil Prasad Feb 05, 2025 20 days ago

Medical News: Influenza A virus (IAV) is one of the most dangerous and widely studied viruses in the world. It is responsible for annual flu outbreaks, causing millions of infections and thousands of deaths worldwide. The virus has an extraordinary ability to evolve and adapt, making it a constant threat to public health. Scientists from the Smorodintsev Research Institute of Influenza in Russia a...

New Insights into Alveolar Regeneration in Influenza-Induced Lung Injury

Nikhil Prasad Feb 04, 2025 21 days ago

Medical News: A team of researchers from Justus Liebig University Giessen-Germany, Ludwig-Maximilians University Munich-Germany, Duke University School of Medicine-USA, Wenzhou Medical University-China, Heidelberg University Hospital-Germany, and the German Center for Lung Research has made a breakthrough discovery in understanding lung regeneration following injury induced by Influenza infection....

Unprecedented Deadly Flu Surge in Japan Creates Panic as Hospitals Get Overwhelmed

Nikhil Prasad Feb 03, 2025 21 days ago

Medical News: A severe influenza outbreak is wreaking havoc across Japan, causing widespread panic as hospitals struggle to cope with an unprecedented influx of patients. This outbreak has shattered previous records, leaving medical facilities overwhelmed and prompting concerns among healthcare professionals. The crisis has resulted in an alarming number of severe cases, deaths, and a desperate sh...

New Approach Using Traditional Japanese Medicine and Minocycline for Influenza Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Feb 03, 2025 21 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Department of Internal Medicine at JCHO Hokkaido Hospital in Japan have proposed a new treatment for influenza by combining Kampo medicine, a traditional Japanese herbal therapy, with the antibiotic minocycline. This innovative approach aims to tackle the growing issue of antiviral drug resistance in influenza treatment. New Approach Using Traditional Japanese M...

Scientists Explore Marine Bacteria for Potential Influenza A H5N1 Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Feb 02, 2025 22 days ago

Medical News: Influenza A H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, remains a global health concern due to its ability to mutate rapidly and resist antiviral treatments. Researchers from King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia and Saveetha University in India have been investigating an innovative approach to tackling this virus. By studying compounds derived from marine bacteria, scientists have identif...

Scientists Use Gene Editing to Study How Influenza A Virus Infects Human Cells

Nikhil Prasad Feb 02, 2025 23 days ago

Medical News: Understanding the Influenza A Virus and Host Interactions Influenza A virus (IAV) continues to pose a significant threat to public health worldwide due to its ability to cause seasonal epidemics and occasional pandemics. While extensive research has been conducted on how the virus spreads and evolves, scientists are still uncovering the complex interactions between the virus and hum...

Flu Wreaking Havoc in Romania as 133,600 Infected in a Week and 22 Die While 10,950 are Hospitalized

Nikhil Prasad Feb 02, 2025 23 days ago

Medical News: Flu Outbreak in Romania Sparks Nationwide Alarm Romania is grappling with a severe flu outbreak, with health authorities raising concerns over the rapid increase in infections and hospitalizations. The National Institute for Public Health (INSP) reported a staggering 133,600 cases of flu-related respiratory infections in just one week, from January 20 to 26, marking a more than 6% r...

U.S. CDC Warns That COVID-19 Cases Are Starting to Rise Across America Amidst an Alarming Flu Surge

Nikhil Prasad Feb 01, 2025 23 days ago

U.S. Medical News: The Quad-demic - Four Major Respiratory Illnesses on the Rise The United States is experiencing a troubling surge in respiratory illnesses as four major viruses continue to spread rapidly across the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised concerns over a "quad-demic" - a term being used to describe the simultaneous rise in cases of COVI...

Flu Positivity Rate Hits 34.3 Percent in Oklahoma Forcing Many Schools to Close or Go Virtual

Nikhil Prasad Feb 01, 2025 24 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Oklahoma Schools Struggle as Flu Outbreak Worsens A severe flu outbreak is sweeping through Oklahoma, leading to a surge in illnesses and forcing multiple school districts to either close their doors or shift to virtual learning. Over the past few weeks, the situation has intensified, with an increasing number of students and staff members falling ill. Schools across the state ...

New Hope for Fighting Influenza with Near Infrared Antiviral Photoimmunotherapy

Nikhil Prasad Jan 31, 2025 25 days ago

Medical News: A Revolutionary Approach to Combat Influenza Scientists have developed a promising new way to fight the influenza virus using near-infrared antiviral photoimmunotherapy (NIR-AVPIT). This groundbreaking treatment, developed by researchers from Medical Corporation Koujunkai, Tokai University School of Medicine, and the Genome Medical Sciences Project at the National Center for Global ...

Traditional Chinese Medicine Breakthrough, Qi Pi Pill Shows Promise Against Influenza

Nikhil Prasad Jan 31, 2025 25 days ago

TCM News: Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory infection that affects millions worldwide every year. While vaccines and antiviral drugs exist, the virus continuously mutates, leading to drug resistance and new strains that pose challenges for public health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used for centuries to treat various illnesses, and researchers are now investigating its p...

Influenza Positivity Rates Hits 32 Percent in Florida

Nikhil Prasad Jan 29, 2025 26 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Surge in Influenza Cases Across Florida Florida is currently experiencing a significant spike in influenza cases, with test positivity rates reaching a staggering 32 percent, according to the latest data from the Florida State Department of Health. https://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/respiratory-illness/influenza/_documents/2025-w3-flu-review.pdf https:/...

Another Worrisome Bird Flu Strain, H5N9 Bird Flu Debuts in United States

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 28 days ago

Medical News: In a significant development, the United States has reported its first outbreak of the H5N9 bird flu in poultry. The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) confirmed the event on Monday, highlighting the detection on a duck farm in Merced County, California. https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-reported-first-outbreak-h5n9-bird-flu-poultry-woah-says-202...

The Antiviral Properties of mRNA Encoding the Human MxA Protein

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 28 days ago

Medical News: A Breakthrough in Antiviral Research Researchers from the Smorodintsev Research Institute of Influenza, under the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, have made strides in exploring the antiviral potential of mRNA technology. In their latest study, scientists evaluated how exogenous mRNA encoding human myxovirus resistance protein A (MxA) might suppress viral infections. Th...

Minnesota Sees a Decline in Flu and COVID-19 Hospitalizations But RSV Infections and Hospitalizations Rising!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 29 days ago

U.S. Medical News: Hospitalization trends show mixed results Recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), released on Thursday, January 23, 2025, reveals a glimmer of hope for residents concerned about respiratory illnesses. For the first time in over a month, hospitalizations for influenza and COVID-19 have shown a slight decline, marking a potential turning point in this winter&rs...

Influenza Positivity Rates Hit 25 Percent Across the United States

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 30 days ago

U.S. Medical News: The latest data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a concerning picture of respiratory illness trends across the United States. As of January 24, 2025, the national influenza positivity rate has surged to 25 percent, reflecting a significant rise in cases. This increase comes as part of a broader wave of respiratory infections that inclu...

Alkylamides from Echinacea Shows Promising Effects Against Respiratory Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jan 19, 2025 1 month 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...

Korean Study Finds That Hovenia Dulcis Honey Has Antiviral Properties Against Influenza A Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jan 13, 2025 1 month 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...

Rising Surge in Influenza Infections is Driving a Corresponding Increase in Hospitalizations and Deaths Across France

Nikhil Prasad Jan 12, 2025 1 month 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...

RTP4 Role in Stopping Influenza Spread

Nikhil Prasad Jan 09, 2025 2 months 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 ...

Brazilian Scientists Uncover Multifaceted Role of TMPRSS2 in Viral Infections and Its Potential as a Drug Target

Nikhil Prasad Jan 08, 2025 2 months 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...

Hospitals in Israel Overwhelmed by Respiratory Infections, Rising Flu Deaths Among Children Spark Concern

Nikhil Prasad Jan 07, 2025 2 months 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...

Influenza Positivity Rate in United Kingdom Rises to 29.5 Percent! HMPV Infections Also Rising

Nikhil Prasad Jan 06, 2025 2 months 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...

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Japanese Study Shows That Ozone Water Rapidly Inactivates SARS-Cov-2 Coronavirus, Making It An Ideal COVID-19 Disinfectant And Sanitizer

Source: Ozone Water-COVID-19
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BREAKING NEWS! COVID-19 Study Reveals That SARS-CoV-2 Uses CD4 Cells To Infect T-helper Lymphocytes. COVID-19 A Potent Version Of Airborne HIV?

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COVID-19 News: Emerging Studies Shows SARS-CoV-2 Attacks The Digestive Tract Especially The Intestines Directly, Reported Case Of Bowel Perforation

Source: COVID-19 News
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BREAKING NEWS! Study Of COVID-19 Recovered Patients In China Reveals That Lymphocytes Are Drastically Altered To Become Dysfunctional With Immunity Implications

Source: COVID-19 Recovered Patients
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Occulus Hirsutus and AQCH: India Discreetly Developing And Testing COVID-19 Drug Based On Phytochemicals Extracted From Occulus Hirsutus Plant

Source: Occulus Hirsutus and AQCH
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High-Flow Nasal Cannula: For COVID-19 Second Wave Preparations, Forget About Ventilators, Doctors Are Now Turning To High-Flow Nasal Cannula

Source: High-Flow Nasal Cannula
Jun 25, 2020 5 years ago

BREAKING! Androgens: Study Shows Bald Men Mostly Likely To Suffer Severe COVID-19 Conditions Due To High Levels Of Androgens

Source: Androgens And COVID-19
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BREAKING NEWS! COVID-19 Research Shows That SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Can Survive In Water For Up To 25 Days And Could Also Be Water-Borne

Source: COVID-19 Research
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BREAKING! Hepatitis B: UAE COVID-19 Case Study Indicates That COVID-19 Could Induce Hepatitis B Virus Reactivation

Source: Hepatitis B and COVID-19
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BREAKING! COVID-19 Research: Sodium Channels Could Be Affected As Coronavirus Spike Protein Has Similar Sequence To Human Epithelial Sodium Channel

Source: COVID-19 Research
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BREAKING! Cannabis And COVID-19: Caflanone, A Flavonoid Extracted From A Distinct Cannabis Strain Could be A Therapeutic Drug Against the COVID-19

Source: Cannabis And COVID-19
Jun 20, 2020 5 years ago

Gargling: New Studies Show That Throat Gargling May Be Beneficial After All During COVID-19 Despite Being Labeled In the Past As Misinformation

Source: Gargling and COVID-19
Jun 19, 2020 5 years ago

BREAKING! COVID-19 Research: New Study Reveals That SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Also Affects Thyroid Functions In Majority Of COVID-19 Patients

Source: COVID-19 Research
Jun 17, 2020 5 years ago

Exploring Inhaled Nitric Oxide (iNo) As As An Adjuvant COVID-19 Treatment For Pulmonary Issues

Source: Nitric Oxide and COVID-19
Jun 15, 2020 5 years ago

Scripp Institute Has Detected The Mutation That Most Scientist Dread: The D614G Mutation Which Could Make The SARS-CoV-2 More Infectious

Source: SARS-CoV-2 Mutations
Jun 13, 2020 5 years ago

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