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Nikhil Prasad  Sep 24, 2024  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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  4 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...
Charles Tee  Sep 17, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: A suspected case of Mpox virus has emerged in Kerala's Malappuram district, sparking concern among health authorities. The case involves a 38-year-old man who recently returned from Dubai. Upon showing symptoms of the virus, including fever and skin rashes, he was admitted to the Government Medical College Hospital in Manjeri. His condition prompted immediate medical attention, a...
Charles Tee  Sep 17, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: Malaysia has reported its first case of Mpox for 2024, involving the Clade 2b variant. The country's Ministry of Health confirmed that the infected individual is a Malaysian national who had no recent travel history abroad. This case has raised concerns as the virus continues to spread globally, prompting health authorities to heighten their alert levels. Since July 2023, Malaysi...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 17, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: The study of how SARS-CoV-2 interacts with human cells has yielded significant insights into how this virus reprograms cellular metabolism to ensure its replication and survival. Researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), the University of Würzburg, and Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich have come together to shed light on how SARS-CoV-2 exploits the metaboli...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 17, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, it has been revealed that the SARS-CoV-2 ORF3a protein plays a pivotal role in inducing cellular stress and damaging lysosomes. Lysosomes are key cellular organelles responsible for breaking down waste materials and responding to cellular damage. The discovery highlights how the O...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 17, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the long-term consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers are increasingly turning their attention to long COVID - a condition marked by persistent symptoms long after the initial infection has subsided. New findings shed light on the pivotal role that mitochondrial function may play in recovery from COVID-19, as well as the development o...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 16, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: The monkeypox virus (Mpox), a zoonotic pathogen that belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus, has been the focus of global concern due to its rising cases and, more notably, its sophisticated mechanisms for evading the host immune system. As scientists continue to study the virus, new insights are being gained into how Mpox disrupts key immune processes, allowing it to thrive despite the ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 16, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: Phytochemicals Salsoline, Genistein, Kojic acid and Naringenin can inhibit A42R profilin-like protein of Mpox virus With the re-emergence of Monkeypox virus (MPV) posing a global health challenge, scientists are continually searching for effective treatments. Current antiviral drugs like Tecovirimat have shown some potential, but their effectiveness and availability remain limited. ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 15, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: In recent years, ACE2, or angiotensin-converting enzyme 2, has emerged as a pivotal player in neuroscience, especially as the COVID-19 pandemic has intensified focus on this enzyme’s role in neurological health. The research team, including experts from Henan University’s Institute for Brain Sciences Research and the Institute for Sports and Brain Health in Kaifeng, China...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 15, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: A recent study from the University Hospital Regensburg, Germany, sheds new light on how chemerin, an adipokine involved in various inflammatory and metabolic processes, is influenced by COVID-19. While COVID-19 has been associated with a heightened inflammatory response, the study reveals that underlying diseases like hypertension and liver cirrhosis may have a greater impact on seru...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 14, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: In a recent study led by Mexican researchers from the Universidad Anáhuac Querétaro, Instituto Nacional de Medicina Genómica, and the Universidad Juarez Autónoma de Tabasco, new insights have emerged regarding the effects of COVID-19 on telomere length and its potential impact on cognitive function. Telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of chrom...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 14, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has seen the emergence of various variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the disease. A recent study from Jashore University of Science and Technology in Bangladesh sheds new light on how coinfections with dengue virus might accelerate the appearance of these variants. This Medical News report delves into the findings of the study, exploring h...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 14, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, a groundbreaking study has shed light on the heightened mortality risks faced by survivors of the disease. Research from institutions across Europe and beyond, including Mosaiques Diagnostics GmbH in Germany, the Medical University of Innsbruck in Austria, and Wroclaw Medical University in Poland, ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 13, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: As the COVID-19 pandemic has affected millions globally, new insights into why certain groups experience severe illness have emerged. Researchers from the Amsterdam University Medical Center in the Netherlands have uncovered a crucial link between sex hormones - testosterone and estradiol - and the body’s inflammatory response to COVID-19. This Medical News report dives into th...
James Josh  Sep 13, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: In a significant development, Morocco has confirmed its first case of Mpox in 2024, marking the country as the 15th on the African continent to report an infection with the Mpox (Monkeypox) for this year. This announcement comes amidst a growing outbreak across the region, which has seen a resurgence in several countries over the past months. The Moroccan Ministry of Health revealed ...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 13, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: In recent years, there has been growing awareness about the dangers of medication overuse when treating chronic headaches, particularly migraines. This excessive reliance on pain relief medication can paradoxically lead to more frequent and intense headaches, a condition known as Medication-Overuse Headache (MOH). Researchers from institutions including Prince of Songkla University i...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 13, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has brought an array of symptoms to light, with anosmia, or loss of smell, being one of the most common. While the Omicron variant has shown a reduced prevalence of anosmia, it remains a significant concern for many. A study led by researchers from National Taiwan University Hospital, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, and Kaohsiung Medical Universi...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 13, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: The ongoing Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) outbreak in Africa has reached a critical level, with a staggering 107 new Mpox deaths and 3,160 fresh infections reported in just the last seven days, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). As the continent battles the rapidly spreading virus, top health officials are urgently calling for intern...
James Josh  Sep 12, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, new challenges continue to emerge, with one of the most recent being the rise of coronavirus activity detected through wastewater in the United States. A study led by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that 23 states are currently experiencing “very high” levels of COVID-19 in wastewater, despite a general...
Charles Tee  Sep 12, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers in Iran have identified traces of the SARS-CoV-2 genome in groundwater sources used for consumption and bathing. This alarming finding, which was conducted over a two-year period, has raised serious concerns about the potential risks to public health. The study involved scientists from the Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Di...
Chitra Varughese  Sep 12, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: A recent study, conducted by researchers from the CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology in India, delves into the intricate glycosylation patterns of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike protein and how various lectins interact with these glycan structures. Lectins, which are naturally occurring glycoproteins, can bind to specific glycans on viral surfaces, potentially inhibiting the virus's ab...
Sebastian Lavoie  Sep 12, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: In a recent study, researchers from Michigan State University-USA and the University of Arkansas-USA have raised concerns over specific mutations in the SARS-CoV-2 virus, particularly mutations Q498H and R493K, which have emerged in certain new Omicron variants and sub-lineages. These mutations, according to the study, may enhance the virus's ability to jump between humans and an...
Charles Tee  Sep 12, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, much of the attention has been focused on respiratory symptoms, but growing research has identified several immunological complications as well. A murine study led by researchers from the Immuno-biology Lab and Immunology-Core Lab, Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), NCR-Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, Haryana, Indi...
Sebastian Lavoie  Sep 12, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: Scientists continue to unravel the complexities of how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, affects the human body. A recent study reveals how one small viral protein, known as the envelope (E) protein, significantly disrupts calcium levels in human cells, providing fresh insights into the virus’s behavior and potential new targets for therapy. This Medical News report h...
Sebastian Lavoie  Sep 11, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: Gastroparesis, a condition that affects the stomach's ability to empty food properly, is a challenging disorder, especially for critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs). This condition can cause a build-up of food in the stomach without any apparent physical obstruction. Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, bloating, and early satiety are common among patients sufferi...

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