Medical News (World)

Study warns that COVID-19 is affecting semen quality

Nikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 1 hour ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study led by researchers from the University of Oxford (UK), Diponegoro University (Indonesia), and the Republic of Indonesia Defense University, an important link between COVID-19 and male reproductive health has come to light. The study delves into changes in semen parameters before and after COVID-19 infection, shedding light on its impact on male fertility. ...

Neurological Effects of Long COVID Hits Young Adults Harder Than Expected

Nikhil Prasad Nov 23, 2024 2 hours ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Northwestern Medicine in Chicago reveals surprising findings about the neurological effects of Long COVID, also known as Neuro-PASC (post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection). While older adults are often more vulnerable to acute COVID-19 complications, this study uncovers how yo...

Winter Respiratory Viruses Surge Across UK, RSV, Flu, and COVID-19 Threaten to Overwhelm Hospitals

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 14 hours ago

Medical News: The winter season is ushering in a worrying rise in respiratory illnesses across England, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issuing urgent warnings about a surge in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, and COVID-19. This Medical News report examines the alarming trends revealed in the agency's latest flu and COVID-19 surveillance report, updated as of November 2...

COVID-19 cases rise in Japan for the first time in three months, driven by the highly contagious XEC variant

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 16 hours ago

Medical News: Japan is witnessing a worrying uptick in COVID-19 cases for the first time in three months, driven by the highly contagious XEC variant and its newer sub-lineages like XEC.2. This resurgence has triggered public health concerns as cases climb steadily across the country. COVID-19 cases rise in Japan for the first time in three months, driven by the highly contagious XEC variant Ima...

Progenitor Cells and Microglia Shape Glioblastoma's Deadly Path

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 17 hours ago

Medical News: Glioblastoma (GB) is one of the most aggressive brain cancers, claiming lives despite advances in treatment. This tumor infiltrates brain tissue, making complete surgical removal nearly impossible. Even with chemotherapy and radiation, survival rates remain dismal, averaging 12-15 months. To better understand its resistance to treatment, researchers from institutions such as Babu Ban...

Unveiling the Role of CX3CR1 in RSV Infections

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 18 hours ago

Medical News: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory infections, particularly in infants and young children. Each year, RSV is responsible for millions of hospitalizations and tens of thousands of deaths among children under five. This highly infectious virus can also severely affect elderly individuals and those with weakened immune systems. While most cases result in m...

Doctors Warn That Mild COVID-19 Can Cause Retroperitoneal Hemorrhage Due to Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 18 hours ago

Medical News: A New and Alarming Health Concern Doctors in Japan have brought attention to a concerning medical phenomenon where COVID-19 might trigger a rare but serious condition: retroperitoneal hemorrhage associated with Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS). The findings come from a case series conducted by researchers from Kansai Medical University Medical Center and Kansai Medical Univer...

Brazilian Study Uncovers a Hidden COVID-19 Impact in Children - Severe Hyperinflammatory Conditions!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 22 hours ago

Medical News: Researchers from São Paulo State University (UNESP) at Botucatu Medical School in Brazil have shed light on a critical, though relatively rare, consequence of COVID-19 in children: a hyperinflammatory condition known as Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Their recent study highlights the clinical, demographic, and histopathological features of pediatric hyp...

German Study Shows That Certain Jobs Face Higher Risks from COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 23 hours ago

Health News: A new study led by researchers from Technische Universität Dresden, in collaboration with the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) and the AOK Research Institute (WIdO) in Germany, has highlighted the significant role certain occupations play in the risk of COVID-19 hospitalization. This Health News report sheds light on how occupations such as healthcare w...

SARS-CoV-2 Nsp7 Protein Impairs Synaptic Plasticity in the Brain Leading to Memory Loss

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 24 hours ago

Medical News: Recent research has unearthed how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, could be meddling with the brain's ability to form and retrieve memories. A groundbreaking study led by a team from the Hubei Key Laboratory of Cognitive and Affective Disorders at Jianghan University, Wuhan, China, has identified a key viral protein - Nsp7 - as a culprit behind cognitive dysfunctio...

SARS-CoV-2 Proteins Linked to Diabetes Risk Through Amyloid Aggregation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has left a trail of health complications that persist long after the initial infection. Among these, a troubling link has emerged between the virus and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. For patients with pre-existing diabetes, COVID-19 often worsens their condition, leading to severe complications or even death. This Medical News report sheds light on a fascinating yet c...

One in Three COVID-19 Survivors Are Diagnosed with a Neuropsychiatric Condition Within Six Months of Recovery

Nikhil Prasad Nov 22, 2024 1 day ago

Medical News: Rising Neuropsychiatric Concerns in COVID-19 Survivors Recent studies have unveiled an alarming trend among COVID-19 survivors: one in three individuals is diagnosed with a neuropsychiatric condition within six months of recovery. This data highlights the profound mental and neurological toll of the virus, which extends beyond its immediate physical effects. Researchers from institu...

Duke-NUS scientists in Singapore develop revolutionary blood test for tracking T-cell immunotherapy progress

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking development, scientists from Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore have created a revolutionary blood test designed to track the progress of T cell-based cancer immunotherapy. This innovative "plug-and-play" test requires only a tiny blood sample to monitor how effectively engineered T cells are functioning in a patient’s body over time. The simplic...

Restoring Immunity to Fight Tuberculosis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Tuberculosis (TB) continues to challenge global health systems, and understanding how the bacteria evade our immune defenses is crucial. Researchers at Curtin Medical School and Curtin Health Innovation Research Institute, Australia, have uncovered how Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tb) undermines our immune system. Their findings focus on the pathogen's secreted kinases and phos...

Role of C1-Inhibitor in COVID-19 Severity

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: The pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2, responsible for COVID-19, has transformed lives globally since its discovery in late 2019. While much progress has been made in understanding the disease, there remain unanswered questions, particularly about the mechanisms driving severe cases. Recent research led by experts from Università degli Studi di Milano, Ospedale Luigi Sacco, IRCCS ...

How RSV Dodges Our Body's Defense

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from Université Paris-Saclay, Université Paris Cité, and the Institut Pasteur in France have unveiled a fascinating mechanism by which respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a major cause of severe respiratory infections in children, evades our body’s natural defenses. Their study highlights how RSV undermines the antiviral protein BST2, commonly kn...

New Insights into the Role of SARS-CoV-2 ORF7b

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the CNRS/Université de Lyon, France, and ETH Zurich, Switzerland, have uncovered vital insights into the SARS-CoV-2 ORF7b protein. This enigmatic component of the virus plays a significant role in host-virus interactions but has largely escaped detailed analysis due to its unique structural properties. The team applied advanced biochemical and solid-state NMR ...

Platelets and T-Cells in COVID-19 Recovery

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the Wenzhou Medical University, China, has uncovered fascinating insights into how platelets influence the immune response in moderate COVID-19 cases during recovery. This research highlights the significant immune changes occurring in a subset of patients weeks after recovering from COVID-19, emphasizing the complex role platelets...

COVID-19 Infections and COVID-19 Vaccines Can Cause Rhabdomyolysis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Rhabdomyolysis (RML) has emerged as a potential complication linked to both COVID-19 infections and COVID-19 vaccines, according to a comprehensive review of available literature. Researchers from institutions such as the Bogomolets National Medical University in Ukraine, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences in Iran, and Cleveland Clinic in the United States highlight this ...

Risks of Blood Clots After Severe Respiratory Infections Unveiled

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study led by researchers from institutions such as the University of Cambridge-UK, Swansea University-UK, and the University of Edinburgh-UK reveals that hospitalizations due to COVID-19, influenza, or pneumonia significantly elevate the risk of both arterial and venous blood clots. This research analyzed data from a cohort of 2.6 million adults in Wales. The study s...

Study Reveals Neurological Dangers of ‘Mild’ Omicron Subvariants

Nikhil Prasad Nov 21, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: While the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 has been celebrated for its milder respiratory effects compared to earlier strains, new evidence warns against complacency. A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from J. Gromkowski Specialist Regional Hospital and Wroclaw Medical University in Poland has revealed that Omicron subvariants pose a significant neurological threat. The fin...

Neuromodulation Boosts Breathing Recovery After COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 20, 2024 3 days ago

Medical News: As COVID-19 continues to leave lasting effects on health, researchers from the University of Louisville, Kentucky, USA, and Pavlov Institute of Physiology, St. Petersburg, Russia, have developed an innovative therapy for respiratory recovery. They explored how spinal cord transcutaneous stimulation (scTS) combined with respiratory training (RT) can improve lung function in patients s...

Probenecid Found to Inhibit Respiratory Syncytial Virus Replication

Nikhil Prasad Nov 20, 2024 3 days ago

Medical News: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and contagious virus that poses a significant health risk, particularly to infants, older adults, and those with compromised immune systems. While treatments for RSV are limited, researchers from the University of Georgia, TrippBio, Inc., and Florida Atlantic University have uncovered a promising potential therapy using an existing drug -...

2023 study shows that even with vaccinations those indulging in continued risky behaviors will still contract Mpox

Nikhil Prasad Nov 20, 2024 3 days ago

Medical News: A new study has highlighted that despite vaccinations, individuals engaging in high-risk behaviors remain vulnerable to contracting Mpox (Monkeypox), particularly during outbreaks. Researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), Rush University Medical Center, and several other institutions conducted the inve...

Alcohol and Prostate Cancer Risk

Nikhil Prasad Nov 20, 2024 3 days ago

Medical News: Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting men globally. With over 1.4 million diagnoses annually, its widespread impact raises pressing questions about prevention. Among the lifestyle factors scrutinized, alcohol consumption stands out as a contentious subject. Some studies link heavy drinking to aggressive forms of the disease, while others find little or no a...

Columbia study warns that COVID-19 KP.3.1.1 and XEC variants are highly immune evasive than even JN.1 or KP.3

Nikhil Prasad Nov 20, 2024 3 days ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 virus continues to evolve, introducing new variants that challenge existing immunity and public health strategies. In a recent study conducted by researchers from Columbia University's Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center along with assistance from scientists from the University of Michigan, alarming insights have emerged regarding two new SARS-CoV-2 subvariants: KP.3....

COVID-19 Study Links Extracellular Vesicles to Severe Outcomes

Nikhil Prasad Nov 20, 2024 3 days ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai-USA and various prestigious institutions worldwide have unveiled compelling findings about the role of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in severe COVID-19 cases. These tiny, naturally occurring particles, which transport proteins and other molecules between cells, may be critical players in the progression of COVID-19. COV...

Long COVID and Exercise Intolerance Unveiled by Yale Researchers

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: Exercise intolerance is a troubling problem for many living with long COVID, a condition officially known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC). Researchers from Yale School of Medicine recently published a groundbreaking study shedding light on why even mild physical activity can feel like an uphill battle for long COVID patients. The findings provide insights into t...

How Aging Weakens Brain Immunity and Aggravates Coronavirus Impacts

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: Aging and Immune Vulnerability Aging not only increases susceptibility to severe illnesses but also impacts recovery, especially when viral infections like coronaviruses are involved. Scientists at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte-USA explored why older adults are at higher risk for complications from respiratory viruses and potential long-term brain-related symptoms. U...

Long COVID and the Hidden Changes in Red Blood Cells

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: Long COVID, a condition where symptoms persist for weeks or months after the acute phase of COVID-19, continues to baffle scientists worldwide. While most discussions focus on fatigue, brain fog, or breathlessness, new research highlights something unexpected - changes in the very cells that carry oxygen throughout our bodies. Long COVID and the Hidden Changes in Red Blood Cells T...

COVID-19 can cause cervical arterial dissections or tears in the wall of the large blood vessel in the neck

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: A New Concern Arises from COVID-19 Complications COVID-19, primarily known for its respiratory symptoms, has continuously revealed its complex and far-reaching effects on the human body. From neurological complications to cardiovascular disruptions, the virus has been associated with an array of health issues. Now, researchers have uncovered yet another alarming concern - cervical a...

Respiratory syncytial virus infections in infants causes a variety of long-term health issues later in life

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a name that may not be widely recognized, is a leading cause of illness in children. Yet, its effects can ripple through a person's life, long after the initial infection. A new study spearheaded by researchers from institutions such as the University of Cape Town, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hosp...

New insights into Chiari type-1 brain disorder that affects about 4 percent of the global population

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: Chiari type-1 malformation (CM1) is a congenital brain disorder that has puzzled medical researchers and practitioners for decades. Affecting roughly 4% of the global population, this condition is marked by the cerebellum - the part of the brain responsible for motor control - extending at least five millimeters into the foramen magnum, the opening at the base of the skull. While som...

Blood Pressure Fluctuations May Worsen Glaucoma Progression

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study led by researchers from the University of California, San Diego, has revealed a strong connection between long-term blood pressure variability and the accelerated loss of peripheral vision in glaucoma patients. This finding sheds light on a critical vascular factor that may influence the progression of this vision-threatening condition. Blood Pressure Fluc...

Rising Incidence of Thin Melanoma in Norway Raises Alarm

Nikhil Prasad Nov 19, 2024 4 days ago

Medical News: Norway, ranking third globally for melanoma incidence, is witnessing a worrisome trend in the rise of thin melanomas. Researchers from the University of Oslo, including post-doctoral fellow Raju Rimal and Professor Marit B. Veierød, have analyzed data spanning over three decades (1983–2019) to uncover significant trends in melanoma thickness. Their findings reveal not on...

Mysterious Influenza Outbreak at Army Camp in Sri Lanka Causes 25 Infections and 500 in Quarantine

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 days 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...

U.S. FDA Recalls Chronic Kidney Disease Medications by Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Due to Carcinogenic Contaminants

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 days ago

Medical News: FDA Takes Action Over Impurities in Chronic Kidney Disease Drug The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of a medication widely used to manage chronic kidney disease (CKD) and related conditions. The drug, Cinacalcet, is produced in India by Dr Reddy’s Laboratories and distributed by Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories American subsidiary, based in New Jers...

Alarming Rise in Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Mortality Among Young Adults Aged 20 to 44!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 days ago

Medical News: A startling trend has emerged in the United States over the past two decades: the mortality rate for early-onset colorectal cancer (EO-CRC) has significantly increased, particularly among individuals aged 20-44. This worrying discovery stems from a detailed analysis of two major U.S. databases: the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) and the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and E...

COVID-19 Causes mtDNA Mutations and Alters Oxidative Phosphorylation Genes Leading to Mitochondrial Dysfunction

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 days ago

Medical News: The fight against COVID-19 continues to unravel hidden facets of how the virus wreaks havoc in the human body. Recent research spearheaded by scientists from the University of Sistan and Baluchestan and Zahedan University of Medical Sciences in Iran has unveiled a groundbreaking link between the virus and mitochondrial dysfunction. Their study dives into the effects of mitochondrial ...

Study shows that more young Vietnamese are developing cancer and are dying from cancer!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 days ago

Medical News: Cancer-related deaths among young adults in Vietnam have risen significantly over the past decade, with unique factors placing this demographic at heightened risk. A groundbreaking study from Hanoi Medical University and Duy Tan University, Vietnam, alongside international collaborators, analyzed data from over 39,000 participants to uncover critical insights into cancer mortality ri...

HDAC6 as a Target for Glioblastoma Multiforme Therapy

Nikhil Prasad Nov 18, 2024 5 days ago

Medical News: A Deadly Challenge in Cancer Treatment Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a devastating brain tumor with a grim prognosis. Most patients diagnosed with GBM face a survival window of just 15–18 months, as current treatments, including surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, often fail to prevent recurrence. Despite advancements in cancer research and the initiation of over 2,000...