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Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: A team of researchers from the University of Minnesota’s Center for Drug Design-USA and the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases at the National Institutes of Health-USA have unveiled groundbreaking findings regarding the antiviral potential of p97 inhibitors against SARS-CoV-2. The study sheds light on how these inhibitors may not only provide signi...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: HIV-1, a virus that has caused a global health crisis for decades, continues to affect millions worldwide despite advancements in medical science. Nearly 39.9 million people were living with HIV/AIDS as of 2023. Combination antiretroviral therapy (cART) has been a cornerstone in managing the disease, allowing many individuals to lead longer, healthier lives. However, a complete cure ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is a cancer originating in the lymphatic system. It accounts for 90% of all malignant lymphomas and remains a significant health concern worldwide. While NHL is more prevalent among older adults, adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged 15 to 39 years have seen rising incidences in recent decades. This Medical News report provides a closer look into the fin...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) is a debilitating condition characterized by profound fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and various other symptoms such as muscle pain and dizziness. Among these symptoms, post-exertional malaise (PEM) and orthostatic intolerance (OI) stand out as hallmark indicators. OI often manifests as lightheadedness or fainting caused by...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Liver cancer, particularly hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. In 2022, global incidence and mortality rates for liver cancer stood at 8.6 and 7.4 per 100,000 people, respectively. Sorafenib, a multikinase inhibitor, is a first-line therapeutic drug for advanced HCC. However, it provides significant benefits to only 30% of patients, ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical-News: The COVID-19 pandemic, driven by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has profoundly impacted the world since its onset in late 2019. While the immediate effects of the illness have been extensively studied, researchers have increasingly turned their focus toward the long-term consequences that linger even after recovery from the acute phase. This growing area of investigation is particularly relev...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Metformin, a medication widely recognized for its efficacy in managing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), has long been celebrated for its safety, affordability, and cardiovascular benefits. Recently, a groundbreaking study examined whether metformin could also serve as a preventive agent against new-onset chronic kidney disease (CKD) in individuals with T2DM and initially normal kidne...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: A recent study sheds light on the global burden of ischemic strokes linked to diets high in sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). Conducted by researchers from The Second Hospital of Tianjin Medical University-China, the study analyzed data from 204 countries and territories spanning the years 1990 to 2021. The findings reveal startling trends in mortality and disability-adjusted life ye...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Scientists from Université de Montréal, Université de Sherbrooke, and Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal have unraveled a critical immune process in SARS-CoV-2 infection, providing a deeper understanding of how our innate immunity responds to the virus. This Medical News report delves into their groundbreaking discovery, shedding light on how pla...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Human noroviruses (HuNoVs) are notorious as the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis worldwide, a condition characterized by diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Affecting all age groups, norovirus outbreaks frequently occur in high-risk settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, cruise ships, and restaurants. Alarmingly, these infections are responsible for an estim...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Dry eye syndrome (DES) is a widespread condition characterized by the instability of the tear film, leading to inflammation and discomfort in the eyes. Affecting millions of people globally, DES significantly impairs quality of life. Key contributors to this condition include oxidative stress, environmental factors, and inflammation. Researchers have been exploring alternative treatm...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Selenium (Se), an essential trace element, plays a pivotal role in maintaining various physiological functions in the human body. It contributes to the regulation of oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular metabolism. This Medical News report explores groundbreaking findings on the potential of selenium and its related compounds in combating multi-organ fibrosis, a serious condi...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 20, 2025  6 days ago
Medical News: Proteolysis-targeting chimeras (PROTACs) are emerging as an innovative frontier in antiviral treatments. These heterobifunctional molecules function by degrading target proteins via the ubiquitin–proteasome system. Unlike conventional inhibitors, PROTACs operate catalytically, enabling efficient target protein degradation even at very low concentrations. They are effective in n...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: As winter grips Pakistan, a noticeable surge in COVID-19 cases has emerged, particularly in Karachi. Local media outlets have reported that 25 to 30 percent of patients presenting with cold and cough symptoms are testing positive for COVID-19. Professor Saeed Khan, an infectious disease expert at Dow Hospital, has observed an increase in cases involving common symptoms such as cold, ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: Alzheimer's Disease and Its Challenges Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia among the elderly. It severely impacts memory, cognition, and the ability to perform daily tasks. Despite years of research, effective treatments remain elusive, leaving millions of families affected worldwide. As the global aging population grows, the number of individuals wi...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: Biloba Extract as a Potential Therapy for COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term, progressive lung condition that obstructs airflow and makes breathing increasingly difficult. It remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, largely attributed to smoking and prolonged exposure to pollutants. COPD is marked by inflammation, oxidative stress, and eventual d...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 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 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: A Traditional Remedy for a Modern Challenge Stroke continues to pose a significant health challenge globally, with over 12 million new cases reported annually. Among these, ischemic strokes account for the majority, affecting 62.4% of patients. The advent of the COVID-19 Era has also seen an exponential rise in stroke incidences as many studies have now confirmed that SARS-CoV-2 cau...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: Understanding the Connection Between Two Serious Lung Conditions The devastating impact of COVID-19 has gone beyond the acute phase of the disease, leaving many survivors grappling with long-term complications. Among the most concerning of these is post-COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis (PCLF), which bears similarities to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a severe chronic lung disease. ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Oral Cancer News: Introduction to Exosomes and Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is one of the most common cancers affecting the oral cavity, accounting for around 90 percent of oral malignancies globally. It is a significant health challenge due to its high incidence, poor survival rates, and detrimental impact on the quality of life. OSCC is a multifaceted disease...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: Understanding Glioblastoma and Drug Resistance Glioblastoma (GBM) remains one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat brain cancers. Despite extensive research and advances in medicine, treatment options have seen limited success, with most therapies extending survival by only a few months. One of the key factors contributing to this challenge is the phenomenon of drug resistan...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: A recent study delves into the intricate relationship between thyroid hormones and neurodegenerative conditions, shedding light on their potential impact on diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. This compelling research, conducted by experts from the University of Florida Jacksonville College of Medicine-USA, provides fresh insights into the physiological and pathologica...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: A Silent Threat to Global Health Norovirus, an RNA virus from the Caliciviridae family, is a leading cause of acute gastroenteritis globally. Affecting people of all ages, it accounts for nearly one-fifth of all gastroenteritis cases worldwide, with approximately 699 million infections reported annually. The United States at the moment is current facing an unprecedented surge of Nor...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study recently examined the antiviral potential of natural indoles, focusing on phytochemical compounds gardflorine A, B, and C derived from the Gardneria multiflora Makino plant. This research is especially timely as the global health community continues to grapple with the persistent challenges of HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections. Both infections are link...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 19, 2025  7 days ago
Medical News: The global COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped our understanding of health, sparking widespread research into how pre-existing conditions affect the severity of the virus. Prostatic diseases - including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostatitis, and prostate cancer - are among the most common conditions in men, especially as they age. A recent study led by researchers from Anhui Med...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Researchers from Chung Shan Medical University and Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan, along with the National Taiwan University, have explored a potential link between the widely used influenza medication oseltamivir and the development of diabetes. This large-scale study, leveraging data from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database (NHIRD), has uncovered signific...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Understanding Epigenetics in Neurology Epigenetics is revolutionizing how scientists view gene regulation and its role in neurological health. Unlike genetic mutations, epigenetic modifications, such as DNA methylation and histone acetylation, influence gene activity without altering the DNA sequence itself. These changes are reversible and can be shaped by environmental factors, st...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the consequences of COVID-19, researchers are looking into innovative methods to improve outcomes for critically ill patients. One such approach, therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), has shown promise in helping to restore immune function in individuals suffering from severe COVID-19. This Medical News report focuses on findings from a clinical tr...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Prostate cancer, a disease affecting millions globally, has recently been tied to exposure to heavy metals such as vanadium, antimony, and lead. Researchers from the University of Sassari-Italy, SC Chimica Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Sardegna-Italy, and Flinders University-Australia collaborated on a groundbreaking study exploring this connection. The study aimed to i...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Understanding Myoclonus - A Brief Overview Myoclonus, a sudden and brief involuntary muscle jerk, affects many individuals worldwide and can have a variety of causes. This condition is often associated with neurological disorders, metabolic imbalances, and adverse reactions to certain medications. Among these causes, drug-induced myoclonus (DIM) has gained significant attention due ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: The global COVID-19 pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus has reshaped healthcare priorities worldwide. A significant complication of the disease is pneumonia, particularly in moderate to severe cases, often leading to hospitalizations. Research has shown that a major contributor to disease severity is oxidative stress - a state where harmful reactive oxygen species (ROS) over...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Unveiling the Microbial Communities in Respiratory Health and Disease Respiratory microbiomes - the diverse colonies of microorganisms residing in the nasal and respiratory tracts - are gaining attention as critical players in health and disease. These microbiomes include bacteria, viruses, and fungi that coexist with their human hosts, influencing immune responses, disease suscepti...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study led by researchers from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, and several other prestigious institutions has unveiled critical insights into the activity of NSP12, a key protein in the replication machinery of SARS-CoV-2. This Medical News report delves into the vital role of NSP12 and how its inter...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness globally, affects millions of individuals each year. This condition arises from damage to the optic nerve, often associated with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). Without timely intervention, glaucoma can lead to progressive and irreversible vision loss. With an aging global population, the prevalence of glaucoma is projected to increase sign...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Researchers from prominent Indian institutions, including Banaras Hindu University’s Institute of Medical Sciences, the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical Research, and the Delhi School of Public Health at the University of Delhi, have uncovered significant insights into how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, manipulates the protein landscape of human lung cel...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: The immune system serves as the body’s primary defense against infections, cancers, and autoimmune disorders. With age, this intricate network often experiences a decline, making the body more vulnerable to illnesses and less responsive to vaccines. The thymus, a critical organ for the development of T cells, plays a pivotal role in maintaining immune health. However, as people...
James Josh  Jan 18, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: In recent days, senior WHO officials made rapid announcements claiming a Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania, reporting several deaths despite an apparent lack of credible laboratory evidence. These claims dominated international media and Medical News coverages, fueling widespread concern.  WHO Accused of Fabricating Marburg Virus Outbreak in Tanzania to Distract Attention ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: Chronic pain affects millions worldwide, particularly older adults. Defined as pain lasting beyond three months, it poses significant challenges to individuals and healthcare providers. Although it commonly arises from musculoskeletal conditions, emerging research highlights another contributor: changes in gonadal hormones with aging. This Medical News report delves into how hormonal...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: The SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for the global COVID-19 pandemic, primarily invades human cells by utilizing its spike protein to bind to the ACE2 receptors on cell membranes. A specific region of the spike protein, called the fusion peptide (FP), plays a crucial role in this process. Located between residues 815-828, the FP sequence is conserved across coronaviruses and is vital f...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers from Beijing Anzhen Hospital and the Beijing Academy of Science and Technology, China, explores a fascinating aspect of the COVID-19 pandemic - the link between hematological parameters and palpitations in mild COVID-19 cases. The study examines how mild infections impact cardiovascular symptoms without causing significant myocardial damage. Th...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: Glaucoma is a complex group of neurodegenerative diseases that affects the optic nerve, often leading to irreversible vision loss. Globally, more than 70 million people are affected, making glaucoma the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. Its primary risk factor is elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), which occurs when the eye’s fluid drainage system becomes impaired. ...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: Understanding COVID-19 in Children and Adolescents COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has shown diverse impacts on global health. While older adults and those with underlying conditions are at a higher risk of severe illness, children and adolescents often experience mild symptoms or remain asymptomatic. To better understand why younger populations, show this resilience, resea...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Wenzhou Medical University, Ningbo University, and Nanjing University have uncovered a promising new avenue for treating Alzheimer’s disease. By targeting a specific protein in the brain’s blood vessels, the team has demonstrated significant improvements in cognitive function and reduced pathological hallmarks of the disease. Th...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: The glycocalyx is a thin, villus-like structure that forms a protective layer on the inner surface of blood vessels. Composed of various glycoproteins and proteoglycans, this structure serves as a barrier and plays a critical role in regulating vascular functions, maintaining blood vessel integrity, and preventing diseases. Researchers from Nanning Hospital of Traditional Chinese Med...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a complex condition impacting the autonomic nervous system, which governs involuntary bodily functions like heart rate and blood pressure. It primarily manifests as an abnormal increase in heart rate upon standing, often accompanied by symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, chest pain, and cognitive difficulties. Affecting about 1% of th...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic left countless people around the world grappling with lingering symptoms long after the acute infection subsided. Among these, long-term olfactory dysfunction - or smell loss - has become a significant concern. A recent study by researchers from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and the China-Japan Friendship Hospital provides new insights into the differen...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: An Insightful Discovery into Viral Protease Inhibition A groundbreaking study by researchers from Cornell University, Ithaca-USA and the University of Kentucky, Lexington-USA, has unveiled the potential of SPINT2, a serine protease inhibitor, in combating influenza viruses and human metapneumoviruses (HMPVs). This research sheds light on how SPINT2 can block essential proteases that...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Aix-Marseille Université, INSERM, and INRAE in France, along with the “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara in Italy, have delved deep into the biological mechanisms underlying severe COVID-19-induced lung damage. The study focused on the activation of Caspase-1, an enzyme intricately linked to inflammatory p...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 17, 2025  9 days ago
Medical News: Dry eye disease (DED), a condition affecting millions globally, is one of the most commonly diagnosed eye disorders, with a prevalence ranging from 5% to 50% depending on geographic location and population demographics. DED is more than just a minor inconvenience; it is a complex disorder of the tear film and ocular surface. Symptoms include persistent dryness, irritation, a gritty s...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  10 days ago
Medical News: What Is Gigantomastia? Gigantomastia is an exceedingly rare medical condition characterized by rapid and extreme growth of breast tissue. While the causes are not completely understood, medical science attributes it to three main factors: idiopathic (spontaneous and without known cause), hormonal imbalances, or as a reaction to certain drugs. Recent attention has turned to reports o...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  10 days ago
Medical News: Long COVID, a condition persisting for months after recovering from a SARS-CoV-2 infection, has left many struggling with unexplained symptoms. Fatigue, brain fog, and inflammation are common complaints, and there are currently no FDA-approved treatments for this syndrome. Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and Ohio State University have joined forces to investigate whe...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  10 days ago
Oral Cancer News: Oral cancer, particularly oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), represents a significant health burden worldwide. Despite advances in medical treatments, the survival rate for this type of cancer remains distressingly low, often around 50%. Researchers Madhav Kumar and Abhimanyu Kumar Jha from the Department of Biotechnology, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India, recently explo...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  10 days ago
Medical News: Gastric cancer (GC) remains one of the most prevalent and challenging forms of cancer worldwide. It ranks as the fifth most common cancer type and the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Despite advancements in treatment, including chemotherapy and surgical options, survival rates for advanced stages of GC remain dismally low. Early detection of GC has the potential to sig...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 16, 2025  10 days ago
Medical News: Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is a widespread skin condition affecting approximately 15 - 20% of the global population. This inflammatory disorder is triggered by allergens such as metals, fragrances, and preservatives. These allergens penetrate the skin, leading to redness, swelling, and itching that can severely impact an individual’s quality of life. Traditionally, topic...

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