Medical News (World)

Researchers Warn That Next Global Pandemic Could Possibly Involve a Virus That Targets the Brain!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: The possibility of a new global pandemic is always looming, and experts are continuously trying to identify potential threats that could devastate humanity. While the COVID-19 pandemic taught the world invaluable lessons about preparedness and response, researchers are now warning that the next "Disease X" might come in an even more alarming form - a virus that specifically...

Glucocorticosteroids Found to Exacerbate HMPV Infections Especially in Those with COPD

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A new study has unveiled the troubling impact of glucocorticosteroids (GCS) on human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, particularly in individuals suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Conducted by researchers from Monash University in Melbourne, Hudson Institute of Medical Research, University of Canberra, Griffith University, Queensland University of Technol...

MicroRNAs Could Revolutionize the Diagnosis of Drug-Induced Liver Injuries

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Introduction to the Silent Epidemic Drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is becoming a rising concern for healthcare systems worldwide. This condition, triggered by adverse reactions to medications, poses diagnostic challenges due to its similarity in presentation to other liver ailments such as viral hepatitis and alcohol-induced damage. Researchers from the Department of Surgery, Onco...

Understanding Human Metapneumovirus Fusion Mechanism

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a relatively recent discovery in the realm of virology, first identified in 2001. Despite being a newcomer to scientific understanding, HMPV has proven itself as a significant cause of respiratory tract infections globally. According to researchers from the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky and the School o...

Folate Deficiency Aggravates COVID-19 Impacts on Brain Health

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: The global pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 continues to reveal new dimensions of its impact on human health. Beyond respiratory complications, mounting evidence highlights its significant effects on the nervous system. Researchers from Tulane University School of Medicine and Tulane Brain Institute in New Orleans, Louisiana, have made a startling discovery about how folate deficiency m...

Natural Bioactive Compounds from Fungi Exhibit Dual-Inhibitory Effects on SARS-CoV-2 Proteases

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered the potential of two natural bioactive compounds, sydowiol B and violaceol I, to combat coronaviruses including SARS-CoV-2. These compounds are derived from unique marine and fungal sources. Sydowiol B is extracted from the East China Sea marine-derived fungus, Aspergillus sydowii, while violaceol I comes from the endophytic fungu...

Californian Study Confirms HPMV is Neurotropic and Causes CNS Issues Like Febrile Seizures and Fatal Encephalitis in Children

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A past study conducted by leading medical institutions in California has confirmed that Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is not only a respiratory pathogen but also a neurotropic virus capable of causing severe central nervous system (CNS) complications in children. Researchers from the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Center for AIDS Resea...

Astragalus Injection Offers Hope for Treating Viral Myocarditis

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Viral myocarditis, a condition characterized by inflammation and damage to the heart muscle, poses a significant threat to young adults. With global cases estimated at 10 to 20 per 100,000 individuals, its prevalence is expected to rise significantly by 2030. Often caused by viral infections like Coxsackie B, this condition results in necrosis of cardiac cells, immune responses, and ...

Ohio’s COVID-19 Cases See Steady Surge for Fifth Consecutive Week

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Sharp Rise in COVID-19 Numbers Across Ohio Ohio has seen a noticeable spike in COVID-19 cases this week, marking the fifth consecutive week of rising infections. State health authorities reported 8,018 new cases, a significant jump from the 5,555 cases recorded just a week prior. While this increase is concerning, it’s worth noting that the current numbers are still far below ...

South Korea Battles Severe Flu Outbreak Amid Rising Cases

Nikhil Prasad Jan 04, 2025 2 months 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 ...