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Nikhil Prasad  Sep 30, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Pune city and the rest of Maharashtra state in India have been facing an overwhelming surge in cases of dengue and chikungunya infections, resulting in hospitals reaching full capacity. According to the state health department, as of September 21, Maharashtra reported a staggering 12,223 cases of dengue viral fever infections and 19 related deaths. Compared to last year, when 10,602 ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 30, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study has found that a deficiency in interferon lambda (IFN-λ) could be a crucial factor in determining the severity of COVID-19. Researchers from Wroclaw Medical University and the Medical University of Lodz-Poland have shown that patients with low or undetectable levels of IFN-λ in their blood are more likely to suffer severe outcomes from COVID-19. T...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 30, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from the Charité Universitätsmedizin in Berlin and other collaborators have made significant discoveries regarding the interaction of SARS-CoV-2’s spike protein with a key blood protein, fibrinogen. This interaction sheds light on the clotting problems and immune responses observed in COVID-19 and post-COVID-19 conditions. The findings not only provide d...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 29, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Rwanda’s Marburg Virus Crisis A deadly outbreak of the Marburg virus has claimed the lives of six people in Rwanda, including healthcare workers in the intensive care unit, according to Health Minister Sabin Nsanzimana. This alarming news has brought to the forefront the dangers of the virus, which belongs to the same family as Ebola and has a similarly high fatality rate. ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 29, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: In a recent development that has raised concerns among health officials in Pakistan, three men returning from Saudi Arabia tested positive for Mpox, a disease caused by the monkeypox virus. These cases were identified after routine health screenings at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport. The travelers, who exhibited symptoms like skin rashes and lesions, were promptly transfe...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 29, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from several Italian institutions have identified a unique group of immune cells, TR3-56 cells, that could be a key factor in understanding why some patients develop severe COVID-19, while others do not. The study, conducted by teams from the University of Basilicata, the University of Naples "Federico II", and CEINGE-Biotecnologie Avanzate, sheds new light on t...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 28, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from the Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias Ismael Cosío Villegas in Mexico City, alongside collaborators from Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla-Mexico, sheds light on how extracellular vesicles (EVs) derived from COVID-19 patients may contribute to inflammation and immune modulation. The study provides v...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 28, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Australia is witnessing an alarming surge in Mpox (previously known as Monkeypox) cases, with a sharp rise in infections over the past three months. The nation, which recorded only 26 cases last year and 144 cases in 2022, has reported a staggering 737 cases so far this year. Most of these new infections have been reported in the last few months, raising concerns among health experts...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 28, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: An alarming clinical case study challenges medical expectations with normal test results. A team of doctors in France recently reported a rare and life-threatening condition following a COVID-19 infection. A 32-year-old man, previously healthy, suddenly developed acute cerebellitis, a critical condition affecting the brain, after recovering from a mild COVID-19 infection. The case is...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 28, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: As the world continues to adapt to the long-term effects of COVID-19, researchers are now turning their attention to the lingering symptoms experienced by many who have recovered from the virus. One particularly troubling symptom is myalgia, or skeletal muscle pain, which has been reported by many individuals suffering from what is now known as "long COVID." A recent study ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 28, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: COVID-19 is continuing to surprise researchers with its potential complications even in vaccinated individuals. A recent case involving an elderly man treated for COVID-19 led to the discovery of significant thickening of his coronary arteries, raising concerns about the virus’s impact on the cardiovascular system. This Medical News report examines a study conducted by research...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 27, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from the Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine, University of Leeds, UK, and Rambam Healthcare Campus, Haifa, Israel, have explored the link between COVID-19 and unexplained sudden deaths, especially those related to coronary artery diseases. As the pandemic has led to a rise in unexpected cardiovascular deaths, understanding the role of infections, pa...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 27, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Alcohol-related liver disease (ALD) remains one of the leading causes of chronic liver conditions, posing significant challenges to public health worldwide. Excessive alcohol consumption leads to liver damage, and currently, no effective treatment exists aside from alcohol abstinence. However, a recent study reveals the potential of traditional herbal remedies in alleviating ethanol-...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 27, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Uncovering a Key Mechanism in SARS-CoV-2 Replication Researchers from China and Hong Kong have made a groundbreaking discovery about how the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, replicates and packages its RNA. The study highlights a crucial interaction between two viral proteins, shedding light on an essential part of the virus's life cycle. The research team includes exper...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 27, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: The United Kingdom is witnessing a significant rise in COVID-19 positivity rates, with figures reaching 11.8% as a new variant, XEC, spreads rapidly across the nation. This rise comes at a time when many believed the pandemic's impact was finally easing, but health experts are raising alarms as the new SARS-CoV-2 XEC variant makes its presence known. As autumn approaches, the hea...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 27, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center and Shanghai Qingpu District Zhujiajiao People’s Hospital has uncovered an important relationship between thyroid function and the severity of COVID-19 in patients infected with SARS-CoV-2. This Medical News report explores their findings, shedding light on how thyroid disorders may impact the prog...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 26, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: An Overlooked Pathway for Virus Entry into the Brain While SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, has largely been understood as a respiratory pathogen, its ability to invade the nervous system is becoming an area of growing concern. A leading researcher from Texas, Dr. Jason C. Hsu of the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, and his team have uncovered alarming n...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 26, 2024  3 months ago
A new study conducted by researchers from various Italian universities highlights a growing concern: the quality of sleep among people who contracted COVID-19 has significantly worsened. The study, conducted in Southern Italy, aimed to assess how sleep patterns have changed post-COVID-19 infection. The researchers focused on understanding the relationship between mental health and sleep quality am...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 26, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) in South Korea have discovered how coronaviruses manipulate a key human protein to suppress the body’s immune response, ultimately enhancing viral survival and replication. This Medical News report reveals a major finding in the fight against human coronaviruses (HCoVs), which...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 26, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from American institutions including Iowa State University, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Weill Cornell Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, and the U.S. National Institutes of Health has brought new light to the potential role of a small, overlooked gene called ORF10 in the progression of COVID-19. This Medical News report explores...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 25, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from several prominent institutions in China have uncovered a new mechanism behind the persistent pain experienced by many people who suffer from long COVID-19. This research could pave the way for better treatments for these lingering symptoms, which have become a major concern in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Graphical Abstract. New insights reveal how CO...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 25, 2024  3 months ago
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the globe, researchers sought alternative methods to prevent and treat the disease. Among the various approaches, one natural protein, lactoferrin, gained attention for its potential in providing protection. Found naturally in human breast milk, lactoferrin has antimicrobial, antiviral, and immune-boosting properties. But does it hold the key to preventing CO...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 25, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A Growing Concern in the Post-Pandemic World While the world continues to cope with the immediate effects of COVID-19, researchers are uncovering a new set of concerns: long-term gastrointestinal (GI) complications following recovery from the virus. This Medical News report sheds light on a systematic review conducted by a team of international researchers exploring the variety and ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 25, 2024  3 months ago
Outbreak News: Ireland is grappling with a significant outbreak of bovine tuberculosis (TB), a disease that not only affects cattle but can also be transmitted to humans. Fine Gael’s Spokesperson on Agriculture, Tim Lombard, recently highlighted the escalating crisis, stating, “We are experiencing an outbreak of TB across the country that we cannot control.” This Outbreak News re...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A new Polish study highlights the powerful health benefits of anthocyanins, natural compounds found in vibrant fruits and vegetables. Researchers from the University of Lodz and La Rochelle University have teamed up to explore the vast potential of anthocyanins in fighting chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. This Medical News report delves into the study'...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Schizophrenia, a complex mental disorder, has long been viewed as a condition primarily affecting the brain. However, new research is shifting this view towards a "whole-body" concept of schizophrenia, suggesting that the disease might involve multiple bodily systems. This Medical News report delves into the implications of this fresh perspective, highlighting the role of m...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, new mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus have emerged, particularly in the Omicron variant. One such mutation, G252V, has drawn the attention of scientists due to its significant impact on immune cells, particularly T cells and B cells. These cells play a critical role in the body's immune response, helping to recognize and fight off inf...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A recent study published by a team of Swedish researchers has uncovered significant findings on the effects of COVID-19 on the lungs. The study specifically focuses on a molecule called hyaluronan (HA), which plays a major role in how the lungs are impacted by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This Medical News will delve into the key discoveries and their implications for people suffering from ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: In response to a rising number of intestinal flu cases in Aswan, Egypt, the Ministry of Health has taken decisive measures to control the situation. Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, announced that since the outbreak began, 480 cases have been admitted to hospitals in Aswan. These cases were treated in emergency and intensive care units...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: In a major health development, India has reported its first case of Mpox from the rapidly spreading Clade 1b variant. The case involves a 38-year-old man from the southern state of Kerala who recently traveled from the United Arab Emirates. https://aninews.in/news/national/general-news/india-reports-first-mpox-clade-1b-case-in-kerala-sources20240923175449/   Kerala, India r...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 23, 2024  3 months ago
Outbreak News: A second fatality due to the deadly Nipah virus in the Indian state of Kerala has caused widespread concern, prompting the closure of schools, businesses, and public spaces in affected regions. The highly contagious virus, which is transmitted by bats, has already claimed the life of a 24-year-old student and triggered the quarantine of hundreds of individuals who came into contact ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 23, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers unveil a surprising connection between gut bacteria and eye diseases We all know the importance of gut health for digestion, but recent studies are showing that the bacteria living in your gut may affect your eyes too. A team of researchers from several institutions has found that imbalances in gut bacteria, known as dysbiosis, may contribute to various eye diseases. Thi...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 23, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: The Intersection of COVID-19 and Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients have long been known to face higher risks from infections due to their immune dysregulation and treatments that weaken immune responses. With the global COVID-19 pandemic wreaking havoc since 2020, researchers have been increasingly concerned about how this virus affects people with chronic infla...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Mpox, a viral zoonosis, has emerged as a severe health threat in recent years, causing growing concern across the globe. Although it was first discovered in 1958 in monkeys used for research, this virus has since evolved, impacting human populations with potentially life-threatening consequences. The virus is closely related to smallpox, causing similar symptoms such as fever, headac...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A recent study has revealed a potential link between elevated levels of hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), commonly associated with diabetes, and the risk of pancreatic cancer. The research, conducted by a team from the University Hospital Düsseldorf, Bielefeld University, and Ruhr University Bochum in Germany, highlights the increasing concern about the connection between diabetes and pan...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study has uncovered that consuming whole oranges daily could significantly reduce the prevalence of liver disease, specifically in individuals suffering from metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Researchers from institutions across Italy and Australia, including the National Institute of Gastroenterology in Bari, Italy, and the University...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Study sheds light on the link between COVID-19 and a rare but dangerous condition. COVID-19 has changed our understanding of how viruses affect the human body. While many people are aware of its impact on the respiratory system, the virus can also cause serious complications in other areas, such as the cardiovascular and digestive systems. One of these complications is portal vein t...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: As we continue to navigate the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers worldwide are exploring ways to monitor and address long-term health impacts in those who survived the virus. One critical area of interest is the detection and management of lung damage that can persist long after the initial infection. Recent research has highlighted the potential of lung ultrasound (LUS...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 21, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: In the midst of ongoing global health concerns, scientists have uncovered alarming new developments surrounding the Mpox (Monkeypox) virus, specifically Clade 1b. A recent study, conducted by researchers from various international institutions, reveals that this particular strain of the virus is evolving at a rapid rate due to an unusually high frequency of genomic recombination. The...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 21, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A new study by an international team of scientists sheds light on how the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, is able to evade critical immune defenses. The study explores the role of "syncytia formation," a process where infected cells merge together, helping the virus resist key immune responses like interferons and neutralizing antibodies. Study rev...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 21, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has dramatically changed the world in ways we are still trying to fully understand. While most of the attention has been on its respiratory effects, growing evidence suggests that COVID-19 also affects the brain, leading to significant neuropsychological issues. A recent study led by researchers from City College University of Yo...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 21, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Bioinformatics and Systems Biology Reveal Shared Pathways A groundbreaking study has recently explored a critical and under-examined link between COVID-19 and gastric cancer (GC). While the coronavirus has predominantly affected respiratory systems, this study presents compelling evidence that COVID-19 might play a role in worsening or even promoting gastric cancer. Researchers from...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 21, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A Hidden Crisis Emerging Post-Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic introduced unprecedented challenges in healthcare, one of which is the rise in antimicrobial resistance, particularly to macrolides like azithromycin, erythromycin, and clarithromycin. These antibiotics were used excessively during the pandemic, especially in countries like Brazil, where misinformation about their use was ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 20, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A Closer Look at COVID-19’s Immunity In a groundbreaking study led by a team of researchers from Osaka University, Japan, scientists have shed light on the clonal expansion of autoantibody-secreting plasmablasts in patients with severe COVID-19. The researchers examined how the body’s immune response, particularly through the generation of autoantibodies, plays a role in...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 20, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Unveiling a New Strategy Against SARS-CoV-2 Variants As COVID-19 continues to challenge healthcare systems globally, the emergence of more infectious SARS-CoV-2 variants has created new hurdles in transitioning from a pandemic to an endemic. Recent research reveals that blocking a key cell pathway, the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) pathway, can significantly reduce the infe...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 20, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from the University of Ferrara and University of Pisa in Italy have discovered a new antiviral approach using ADAM17 inhibitors to hinder the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19.   The Role of ADAM17 in SARS-CoV-2 Infection A groundbreaking study has identified ADAM17, also known as tumor necrosis factor-α-converting enzyme (TACE), as a key...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 20, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC)-USA, has unveiled that oral responses to SARS-CoV-2 could play a key role in predicting the early progression of COVID-19. The study focuses on oral biomarkers as a non-invasive, early indicator of the disease. By analyzing the presence of the virus and related immune responses ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 20, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from various leading Russian institutions have uncovered a link between extremely rare CD68-negative histiocytoses and COVID-19. This study focuses on four intriguing cases of cardiac involvement in patients with histiocytoses, a condition where abnormal histiocytes - immune cells originating from monocytes - accumulate in body tissues. These cases have raised significant...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 19, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: How your genes may influence your response to COVID-19 As the world continues to navigate the ongoing impact of COVID-19, scientists are still working to understand why the disease affects people differently. While some recover quickly, others face severe or even fatal consequences. In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered crucial links between specific genes and the se...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 19, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant focus on understanding the virus's behavior and its effects on the human immune system. While the virus affects people differently, one of the major complications seen in severe cases is a condition known as Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS). CRS can result in a life-threatening inflammatory response, leading to organ damage and even d...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 18, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Understanding the Role of ANCA in Lung Diseases Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA) are widely recognized for their association with vasculitis, a group of conditions that cause inflammation in small blood vessels. However, recent studies indicate that ANCA positivity can also be seen in various lung diseases, complicating diagnosis and treatment. In this new case series c...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 18, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact people globally, new and unexpected complications associated with the virus are emerging. One such rare complication is spontaneous esophageal rupture, a medical emergency that is rarely seen but can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. A recently documented case sheds light on this unusual condition, which arose in a patient infec...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 18, 2024  3 months ago
Long COVID, a condition where symptoms persist or arise months after the initial COVID-19 infection, has been a growing area of concern. While respiratory symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue are common, new research suggests that the heart may also bear the long-term brunt of the virus.   Researchers from several leading institutions, including the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institu...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 18, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from Germany have uncovered how certain COVID-19 mutations can evade current antibody treatments, a discovery that may help scientists and doctors stay ahead in the fight against emerging strains. The study focuses on finding mutations that allow the virus to resist treatment, offering insights that could shape future therapies. New approach identifies antibody-resis...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 18, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: The constant mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus have posed an immense challenge for researchers around the world. This ongoing battle has led to the discovery of potential new targets that could help combat the virus. One such target is a host factor called ACTN4 (Alpha-actinin-4). A recent study, led by researchers from the Wuhan Institute of Virology, University of Chinese Academy o...

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