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Medical News: As the world navigates the shifting landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic, a team of Japanese scientists from the prestigious RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research in Kobe and Kyoto University have sounded an urgent alarm. Their groundbreaking research, conducted using a sophisticated three-dimensional cardiac model, has unearthed disturbing evidence pointing towards an imminent...
Medical News: Initially reported in late December, the incidence of red eyes or viral conjunctivitis in Tanzania has now grown into a worrisome outbreak with over 4,792 treated cases in just Dar es Salaam alone in the last two weeks and many thousands more that have yet to come forward for treatment.
Exponential Outbreak Of Viral Conjunctivitis Aka ‘Red Eyes’ In Tanzania
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Medical News: Atrial fibrillation (AF) stands as a prevalent heart arrhythmia with significant implications for global health. Recent findings from various academic institutions, including the University of Liverpool (UK), Technical University of Denmark, Stellenbosch University (South Africa), Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital (UK), and Aalborg University (Denmark), shed light on a potential c...
Medical News: While I am no fan of Pakistan and Pakistanis after getting scammed by numerous Pakistani IT 'specialists' found on Fiverr, I am concerned when hear that children are involved.
Numerous media In Pakistan and even in India are reporting that thousands of children in Punjab province in Pakistan and even in its main city in Punjab i.e. Lahore are being stricken by a myster...
Medical News: In the realm of virology, the discovery of hidden viral proteins within the genomes of single-stranded RNA (+ssRNA) viruses has opened a new dimension, challenging long-standing beliefs about the coding capacity of certain viral intermediates. The implications of this revelation extend to viruses affecting both animals and plants, including the notorious SARS-CoV-2 responsible for th...
Medical News: In a shocking development, a team of scientists from Brown University has uncovered alarming mutations in malaria parasites (Plasmodium falciparum) in Ethiopia that pose a significant challenge to existing diagnostic methods and treatment regimens. The discovery of strains resistant to both antimalarial drugs and traditional diagnostic tests could jeopardize ongoing efforts to eradic...
The United Kingdom, like many nations, is grappling with the profound and lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The toll on human life has been staggering, with a recent analysis revealing that excess deaths since the onset of the pandemic on March 27, 2020, have reached a concerning 171,376.
Excess Mortality Continues To Remain High In United Kingdom
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Medical News: In a shocking turn of events, Indonesia, declared polio-free by the World Health Organization (WHO) a decade ago, is now facing a resurgence of the debilitating disease. The outbreak, centered in the East Java province, has prompted an urgent response from health authorities and experts. Infectious diseases specialist Professor Robert Booy warns that the situation is more alarming th...
Medical News: In an era marked by unprecedented technological advancements and industrial growth, the pervasive presence of synthetic chemicals has become an integral part of our daily lives. Unfortunately, a significant downside to this progress is the potential health hazards associated with exposure to various chemical compounds. A study conducted by the Silent Spring Institute in Massach...
Medical News: In the perpetual pursuit of effective treatments for sepsis, a recent breakthrough study conducted at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, USA, has revealed promising results in the use of Methoxy-Mycolic Acid (M-MA), a derivative of Mycobacterium Bovis Bacillus Calmette - Guérin (BCG). The research, which focuses on addressing monocyte exhaustion, a significant factor in sepsis-relat...
Medical News: The landscape of medical research is continually evolving, and recent breakthroughs have illuminated a previously unseen connection between RNA interference and Alzheimer's disease. This revelation is poised to redefine our understanding of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's, which afflicted an estimated 6.7 million individuals in the U.S. in 2023. This Medi...
Research News: In a significant move to safeguard its national security interests and shield advanced technologies, Canada has recently announced stringent measures to ban research collaborations with scientists affiliated with universities primarily based in China, along with a handful from Iran and Russia. The decision, announced on Tuesday, marks a pivotal moment as Canada takes proactive steps...
Medical News: In a recent revelation, Singaporean doctors have sounded an alarm about the unforeseen consequences of acute COVID-19 infections on prostate cancer patients. A doctor form the Department of Neurology at the Singapore General Hospital highlights a critical learning point for clinicians, indicating that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can induce elevated Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) levels, ev...
Medical News: In a monumental stride toward understanding the intricate dynamics of global health, researchers have unveiled a startling revelation: 1 in 12 individuals worldwide will grapple with gastrointestinal cancers during their lifetime, and a disconcerting 1 in 16 will succumb to these insidious diseases. This revelation, stemming from recent data compiled by the 2020 Global Cancer Observa...
Medical News: In a momentous stride towards reproductive equality, YourChoice Therapeutics, Inc. has embarked on a groundbreaking journey with the initiation of the first-in-human trial for YCT-529, a revolutionary hormone-free male birth control pill. The commencement of the phase one clinical study stands as a beacon of hope, promising a safer, effective, and reversible contraceptive option for ...
Medical News: In the world of infectious diseases, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) has long been known for its ability to cause respiratory distress, especially in children and the elderly. However, a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the Tulane University; New Orleans, Louisiana-USA has uncovered a startling revelation: RSV can directly invade neurons, leading to excessive inflam...
Medical News: In an unprecedented turn of events, the scientific community is abuzz with the revelation that the Zika virus, infamous for its association with birth defects, may hold the key to a groundbreaking therapy for neuroblastoma - a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. Pioneering research led by researchers from Nemours Children's Health, Florida-USA, has illuminated the potential of ...
Medical News: In the intricate web of health data, a recent report by Carlos Alegria from Phinance Technologies sheds light on concerning trends in death and disability rates related to malignant neoplasms among individuals aged 15 to 44 in the United Kingdom. The study, covering data from 2010 to 2022, reveals a sudden and significant surge in morbidity and mortality starting in 2021, with 2022 m...
Medical News: In a groundbreaking development, medical researchers in China have uncovered a new viral threat originating from sand flies. The National Institute for Viral Disease Control and Prevention-Beijing, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, along with Yangzhou University and various regional disease control centers, have identified two newly discovered Bunyaviruses - Hedi vir...
Medical News: In a shocking turn of events, the United Kingdom is currently grappling with a significant surge in scabies cases, a highly contagious skin condition caused by parasitic mites. This outbreak is exacerbated by a severe shortage of scabies treatments, including permethrin and malathion, two main options available in the UK. The scarcity of these treatments, coupled with potential drug ...
Healthcare News: The healthcare landscape in England is confronting an unprecedented confluence of challenges, as the National Health Service (NHS) contends with a surge in COVID-19, influenza, and norovirus cases during the winter season. This complex scenario is placing immense strain on healthcare resources, affecting patient care, and highlighting systemic issues within the NHS.
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Medical News: In a deeply disconcerting revelation, recent medical reports have brought to light a distressing surge in heart attack deaths among individuals under the age of 30 in India, particularly concentrated in the states of Maharashtra and Kerala. The statistics, meticulously analyzed from official sources, reveal a staggering 40% increase in heart attack fatalities in this age group of 18 ...
Medical News: As Canada grapples with the relentless surge of COVID-19, a concerning public health development has emerged in British Columbia (B.C.). The province is witnessing an alarming increase in invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) infections, particularly among children. This unforeseen spike has raised significant concerns among health authorities, necessitating heightened awareness and ...
Medical News: In a staggering turn of events, Argentina finds itself grappling with a public health crisis as the nation reports the first human case of Western Equine Encephalitis (WEE) in more than two decades. This shocking revelation comes amidst a nationwide outbreak that has already claimed hundreds of equine lives, prompting health authorities to declare a state of emergency.
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Medical News: The ongoing global battle against the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light the multifaceted impact of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) on the human body. Apart from the acute respiratory distress that is characteristic of the virus, there is emerging evidence of widespread complications affecting various organs, with a particular focus on the endothe...
Medical News: In a shocking revelation, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a widespread Anthrax outbreak in Africa, with Zambia at the epicenter and neighboring countries such as Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe potentially falling victim to this deadly pathogen. However, what was initially touted as a...
Excess Mortality: The specter of excess mortality looms ominously over the United States and the United Kingdom, transcending the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent figures reveal a distressing surge in early deaths, particularly among young adults, necessitating urgent scrutiny from public health officials, insurers, and policymakers. This Excess Mortality news report delves deeper into t...
Medical News: In a groundbreaking stride at the intersection of immunology and cardiovascular health, recent medical research has brought to light a previously undisclosed connection between memory CD8 T cells and atherosclerosis in the aging population. Aging, recognized as a significant risk factor for the perilous accumulation of arterial plaque, not only triggers biological changes but also in...
Medical News: In a startling turn of events, Mumbai, India, finds itself in the grip of a significant outbreak of mumps infections, creating widespread concern, particularly in the city's economically disadvantaged areas. Among the hardest-hit regions is Janta Nagar, a slum in Mankhurd, where residents, including children, are grappling with the viral infection caused by a paramyxovirus.
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Medical News: Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) has long perplexed researchers due to its heterogeneity and, in about 10% of cases, the absence of a known culprit protein. A groundbreaking study covered in this Medical News report, led by scientists at the Medical Research Council (MRC) Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, UK, has illuminated this elusive aspect of FTD, identifying a novel pr...
Medical News: In recent months, a specter of health crises has silently descended upon several African nations, with anthrax outbreaks emerging as a particularly potent threat to both human and animal populations. The situation in Zambia is particularly dire, where an alarming 684 cases and four fatalities have been reported, prompting the World Health Organisation (WHO) to declare the situation &...
Medical News: In the relentless pursuit of understanding and combating emerging viruses, a recent discovery has sent shockwaves through the scientific community. A novel phlebovirus variant, manifesting symptoms reminiscent of malaria, has been unearthed in Peru. This new discovery demands a thorough investigation to fathom its potential implications for public health. Initial reports surfaced ini...
Medical News: In a groundbreaking development, researchers from the University of Toronto's Faculty of Medicine in Canada have unveiled a compelling link between flaxseed consumption, modulation of gut microbiota, and a reduced risk of breast cancer. The study covered in this Medical News report, spearheaded by Dr Elena M. Comelli, an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutritional Scienc...
Medical News: In a concerning turn of events, the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, has reported cases of a mysterious white lung pneumonia, suspected to be linked to Mycoplasma pneumoniae. The outbreak comes just days after the Health Ministry's call for increased surveillance against this bacterium, believed to be the culprit behind a recent pneumonia outbreak in northern China.
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Medical News: Medical researchers at the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College have raised a red flag about a growing public health concern in China - the surge in nosocomial infections involving a hybrid strain of Klebsiella pneumoniae, known as Carbapenem-Resistant Hypervirulent K. pneumoniae (CR-hvKP). Historically, Klebsiella pneumoniae has been classified into t...
Medical News: Peripheral neuropathy, a condition affecting over 3 million people annually in the United States, leads to pain and loss of sensation due to nerve damage outside the brain and spinal cord. This debilitating condition can result from various causes, including diabetes, injury, genetic disorders, and infections. However, a groundbreaking discovery by researchers at the Salk Institute f...
Medical News: In a startling turn of events, Ireland has become the latest European nation grappling with a surge in pneumonia cases, echoing the haunting memories of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://promedmail.org/ (Scroll down and refer to report on Ireland)
https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/children-in-ireland-among-small-rise-in-cases-of-lung-infection-causi...
Medical News: Despite claims by many agencies including the WHO and the U.S.CDC and so called ‘experts’ that the so-called ‘mysterious pneumonia’ that seems to be spreading fast globally and currently wreaking havoc in China, Netherlands and Demark with manifestations of ‘white lungs’ on X-rays is not caused by any new pathogens and that the public should not be...
Medical News: As winter tightens its grip on the United Kingdom, England finds itself in the throes of an unparalleled healthcare challenge. A surge in norovirus cases is compounding the strain on hospitals, already grappling with rising respiratory infections. The National Health Service (NHS) England has sounded the alarm, revealing a threefold increase in patients hospitalized with norovirus co...
Medical News: In a startling turn of events, a pronounced surge in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections has emerged as a global health concern, with alarming outbreaks reported in various regions, including China, Denmark, Taiwan, and even Ohio in the United States. This breaking Medical News report underscores the need for a comprehensive examination of the epidemiological landscape surrounding Mycop...
Medical News: In a groundbreaking turn of events, researchers from Denmark's renowned Statens Serum Institut (SSI) have unveiled a compelling discovery that promises to reshape our understanding of hand infections stemming from contact with seals. According to latest Medical News updates from the SSI, the newly identified bacterial species, named Mycoplasma phocimorsus, has emerged as the elus...
Medical News: In a concerning development, an outbreak of Acute Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis (APSGN), an infectious kidney disease, has been reported in the Aboriginal community of Yarrabah, located south of Cairns in Queensland, Australia. The situation is further complicated by a shortage of the preferred antibiotic, Bicillin L-A, hampering effective treatment. As healthcare practitione...
RSV News: While there was recently a lot of unnecessary ‘noise’ in Western mainstream media about a surge in respiratory infections and a “mysterious pneumonia” in China and with the WHO even getting involved and asking China for more details, ironically, the same surge in respiratory infections has been unfolding in many other countries since the start of Autumn, with coun...
The study findings could possibly explain the increased COVID-19 susceptibility in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)
Medical News: As the global medical community continues to grapple with the complexities of COVID-19 and its implications, a recent study conducted by Alcalá University, Spain, in collaboration with the Health Research Institute of Castilla-La Mancha, Ram...
Medical News: A recent research study conducted by scientists at the University of Liverpool-UK and St George's University of London-UK and University College London-UK, has brought to light the intricate and far-reaching consequences of long-term painkiller use in children and young adults. The study, utilizing a vast database of anonymized electronic health records, delves deep into the conn...
Disinfectants: In the intricate landscape of healthcare-associated infections, Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) emerges as a formidable adversary. Acknowledged as the primary cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea globally, this Gram-positive, anaerobic bacterium poses significant challenges to healthcare environments. A recent in-depth study conducted by the University of Plymouth, unveil...
Medical News: Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) injuries often result in permanent neurological disability, as the regenerative ability of axons is inherently limited. While previous research has shed light on injury-dependent and -independent mechanisms influencing axonal regeneration, a comprehensive understanding of the molecular processes involved has remained elusive. In a groundbreaking study ...
The novel hybrid coronavirus that first emerge in early 2023 in Cyprus has killed thousands of cats and has now been found in UK as well and could be spreading silently across Europe and is also possibly evolving!
Medical News: In a shocking turn of events, a novel coronavirus is wreaking havoc among the feline population, with a particularly devastating outbreak on the Mediterranean isla...
Medical News: As the world grapples with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the persistent threat of respiratory viral infections, there is a growing demand for effective antiviral solutions. The Medical University of Innsbruck in Austria, in collaboration with CEBINA GmbH in Vienna, sheds light on a potential game-changer in the fight against respiratory viruses - the antihistamine azelastine hydr...
Medical News: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns about indoor air quality skyrocketed, prompting widespread calls for improved ventilation and the use of air purifiers. The belief was that these measures would mitigate the risk of respiratory infections, particularly the transmission of the virus. However, a groundbreaking study conducted in the UK has shed light on a startling revelat...
Medical News: In a concerning turn of events, a potential ‘new’ strain of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is wreaking havoc among Chinese children, especially those with compromised immune systems due to prior exposure to the SARS-CoV virus. This onslaught on children's health is opening the door for opportunistic infections, particularly Mycoplasma pneumoniae, leading to sev...
Medical News: In a shocking revelation, an extensive study conducted by a team led by Dr Lucinda Hiam of the University of Oxford and histopathology registrar Dr Theodore Estrin-Serlui of Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust has unearthed a disconcerting rise in the number of individuals whose bodies are discovered in a state of decomposition at home in England and Wales. This groundbreaking rese...
Medical News: In a groundbreaking revelation that could reshape our understanding of cognitive health, a recent study conducted by Columbia University in New York has uncovered a concerning association between genital herpes (HSV-2) and accelerated brain shrinkage. The implications of this discovery extend beyond the immediate health concerns associated with herpes, potentially linking the virus t...
Medical News: The devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has spurred intensive research efforts globally. Among the myriad investigations, a groundbreaking study conducted at the University of Ferrara in Italy has unveiled the potential of cinnamaldehyde, the active compound in cinnamon, as a compelling adjuvant for preventing and mitigating the inflammatory r...
Medical News: In the ever-evolving landscape of medical research, scientists from the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) in Spain have unraveled a groundbreaking revelation about the indispensable role of vitamin B12 in cellular reprogramming and tissue regeneration. While vitamin B12 has long been recognized for its vital contributions to nerve function, red blood cell productio...