Medical News (World)

Alarming leprosy outbreak in Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India. 62 cases confirmed in a week, hundreds more suspected

James Josh Sep 03, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A sudden outbreak of leprosy has sent shockwaves through the Alipurduar district in West Bengal, India, as 62 lab-confirmed cases have been reported within just one week. The alarming number of cases has prompted the district administration and health authorities to launch an urgent and extensive campaign to curb the spread of this ancient but still dangerous disease. With hundreds m...

Study reveals key differences in blood clotting responses between COVID-19 and non-COVID sepsis patients

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 03, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Complexities of Sepsis and Blood Clotting Sepsis, a life-threatening condition caused by the body's overwhelming response to infection, is often complicated by severe blood clotting abnormalities. These complications, known as sepsis-associated coagulopathy, significantly increase the risk of mortality. In a recent study conducted by researchers from the Univer...

Australia faces alarming resurgence of Mpox clade 2b cases, 179 cases in August alone and 12 new cases in the last 48 hours

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 03, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Australia, once a model for containing the Mpox (Monkeypox) outbreak, is now grappling with an unexpected and rapid resurgence of the virus. The country reported 179 new Mpox Clade 2b cases in August 2024 alone, surpassing the combined total of the previous two years. This alarming spike has sent shockwaves through public health circles, raising concerns about the possibility of a mo...

New study reveals key differences in miRNA expression between long-COVID and recovered patients

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the SB RAS Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine and Novosibirsk State University in Russia sheds light on the molecular mechanisms that differentiate patients with long-COVID symptoms from those who have fully recovered from COVID-19. This Medical News report delves into the findings of this study, which focused on specific...

Chronic stress may heighten risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection among older adults

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: As the world grapples with the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, new research sheds light on the role of chronic stress in increasing susceptibility to SARS-CoV-2 infection, particularly among older adults. A study conducted by a team of researchers from Rutgers University, Pfizer Inc., and the State University of New York at Oswego, among others, has found that elevated ha...

How cyber gangs are holding healthcare systems hostage

Charles Tee Sep 02, 2024 5 months ago

The global healthcare sector, a critical lifeline for billions, is under relentless siege by sophisticated cybercriminals. These organized gangs, motivated by greed and armed with advanced digital tools, are increasingly targeting healthcare systems worldwide with devastating ransomware attacks. As hospitals and healthcare providers struggle to deliver care, these attacks disrupt vital services, e...

Scientist from Finland discover that wood surfaces can curb COVID-19 transmission

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 5 months ago

In the ongoing battle against viral transmission, including COVID-19, new research suggests that certain wood surfaces may naturally reduce the risk of virus spread. This Medical News report explores a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Jyväskylä in Finland and the University of Eastern Finland, who have discovered that wood possesses inherent antiviral ...

The F17 protein of all Poxviruses including Mpox counteracts mitochondrially orchestrated antiviral responses

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A past study conducted at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, uncovered significant insights into how poxviruses, including the virus responsible for Mpox (previously known as monkeypox), evade the human body's antiviral defenses. This Medical News report will delve into the crucial role played by the F17 protein in these viruses, with a particular focus on...

Case study shows that COVID-19 can trigger type 1 cryoglobulinemia

Stephen G Brian Sep 02, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The global COVID-19 pandemic has brought many unexpected challenges and revelations to the medical field. Among these is the connection between COVID-19 and various autoimmune disorders, some of which are previously unheard of in relation to the virus. A recent case study in Netherlands has brought to light a rare complication of COVID-19: type 1 cryoglobulinemia, a condition that co...

Microplastics in water are threatening our urinary tract

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Microplastics Are A Growing Concern for Human Health In a world increasingly dominated by plastic, new research reveals that microplastics may pose significant risks to human health, particularly in the urinary tract. This Medical News delves into a recent study that highlights the dangers of microplastics, or nanoplastics (MNPs), which have been found in various human organs, includ...

Fourth case of Mpox clade 2b infection detected in Pakistan

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Peshawar Confirms Pakistan’s Fourth Mpox Case In a concerning development, health authorities in Pakistan confirmed the fourth case of mpox in the country on Sunday. The latest patient, a 47-year-old resident of Peshawar, was isolated after being identified by border health staff at Peshawar Airport. This case adds to the growing list of mpox infections in Pakistan, raising con...

Oregon doctors warn of potential cardiac issues linked to JYNNEOS Mpox vaccine

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Based on a past study finding, Oregon-based researchers have raised concerns regarding the potential cardiac risks associated with the JYNNEOS vaccine 9made by Danish company - Bavarian Nordic, which is currently being advocated and promoted for use to prevent monkeypox (Mpox). This warning comes after a comprehensive study was conducted by experts from the Department of Infectious D...

COVID-19 can cause the onset or aid in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, ischemic stroke, and multiple sclerosis

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on global health, affecting not only the respiratory system but also causing significant neurological complications. Recent studies have begun to shed light on the potential of COVID-19 to trigger or exacerbate neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, ischemic stroke, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers from the Medical Univer...

IgE antibodies found to play a role following both natural infection and various types of COVID-19 vaccinations

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A New Perspective on SARS-CoV-2 Immunity A recent study conducted by a group of researchers from the Adolfo Lutz Institute in São Paulo, Brazil, has uncovered unexpected findings related to the human immune response to SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The research primarily focused on the role of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies, which are typically assoc...

Concerns rise as new virulent Mpox variants could have possibly originated from U.S. NIAID labs

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The origins of the new and more virulent strains of the Mpox virus, which have been increasingly spreading across different regions, have become a focal point of controversy. Recent findings and political investigations have pointed fingers at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), accusing them of creating these transmissible variants in their labs. The i...

The role of human host chemokine CCL2 in COVID-19 pathogenesis

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The Critical Role of CCL2 in COVID-19 The global COVID-19 pandemic has claimed millions of lives, with the disease manifesting in varying severities among those infected. Scientists worldwide have been striving to understand the underlying mechanisms that lead to severe outcomes in COVID-19 cases. One such mechanism that has garnered significant attention is the role of the chemokin...

New study reveals potential SARS-CoV-2 entry point through the eye’s tear ducts

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A New Focus on the Eye’s Role in COVID-19 The global COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a wide array of research into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus enters the human body. While the respiratory tract has been the primary focus, recent findings from a study conducted by researchers from Friedrich Alexander University in Erlangen, Germany, L.V. Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad, India, and ...

Silico study unveils phytochemicals that can target Mpox virus envelope proteins

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 5 months ago

In the ongoing battle against viral infections, a promising new approach has emerged from a recent in silico study aimed at tackling the monkeypox virus (MPXV). Researchers from the University of Delhi South Campus, Panjab University, and Maitreyi College in New Delhi, India have identified key phytochemicals that show potential in targeting the envelope proteins of the Mpox virus. This Medical Ne...

Canadian researcher raises alarming questions about trustworthiness of viral sequences in the GenBank

Nilkhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 5 months ago

A Canadian researcher from the University of Ottawa, affiliated with the Department of Biology and the Ottawa Institute of Systems Biology, has recently raised serious concerns about the trustworthiness of viral sequences stored in GenBank, a widely used genomic database. The research, spearheaded by Dr. Xuhua Xia, focuses on the reliability of SARS-CoV-2 genomic sequences and their potential impa...

Researchers warn of potential threat to vascular and heart health by Mpox virus

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The Overlooked Link Between Mpox and Heart Health As the world continues to grapple with various viral threats, one virus that has recently come under scrutiny is the Mpox virus, previously known as monkeypox. Researchers from the Department of Pharmacy at the School of Medicine, University of Asia Pacific in Dhaka, Bangladesh, are calling attention to a potentially critical connect...

BREAKING! Brazilian study reveals potential impact of COVID-19 on babies' vision

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Brazil have recently uncovered potential links between COVID-19 exposure and alterations in the vision of infants. This study, conducted by teams from the Universidade de São Paulo (USP) and the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), warns that even early exposure to the virus could lead to significant changes in how babies perceive movement. This Medi...

New insights into the role of IL-1Beta in inflammation and COVID-19 disease severity

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has posed unprecedented challenges to global health, with its wide range of symptoms from mild cases to severe, life-threatening conditions. Researchers worldwide are striving to understand the factors that contribute to the severity of this disease, aiming to develop effective treatments to mitigate its impact. A recent study by researchers from the Walter and Eliza Hall In...

New discovery from Spain reveals how an enzyme from the gut microbiota of babies neutralizes SARS-CoV-2

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at the Instituto de Agroquímica y Tecnología de Alimentos (IATA-CSIC) and the Universidad de Valencia, Spain, has uncovered a new defense mechanism against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The study focuses on an enzyme, Endo-β-N-acetylglucosaminidase (EndoE), derived from the gut bacterium Enterococcus faecali...

Reactivation of Herpesviruses like Epstein-Barr virus and Cytomegalovirus could be causing Long COVID Issues

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant portion of the population faces a new and mysterious challenge: post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), commonly known as Long COVID. This condition, marked by persistent symptoms such as fatigue, neurological issues, and autonomic dysfunction, lingers long after the acute phase...

Mpox infections can lead to a variety of oral lesions

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

In recent weeks, the global medical community has been increasingly focused on the resurgence of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox), particularly as the virus spreads beyond its traditional endemic regions in Africa. Among the various complications associated with Mpox, the emergence of oral lesions has become a significant concern for healthcare providers. This Medical News report delves into the...

Persistent endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation are found in women with post-COVID-19 health issues

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The lingering effects of COVID-19 continue to unfold, with recent research shedding light on the long-term health issues faced by women, particularly those who have gone through menopause. Persistent endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation are found in women with post-COVID-19 health issues A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from t...

U.S. NIAID study uncovers AP3B1's role as a barrier to SARS-CoV-2 replication

Nikhil Prasad Aug 30, 2024 5 months ago

A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) has shed new light on how the human body naturally defends itself against the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19. This Medical News report discusses the pivotal role of the human host protein AP3B1 in inhibiting the replication of the virus, offering promising insights for...

Japanese study reveals that Omicron variants prefer Endosomal Cathepsin L for viral entry over TMPRSS2

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Nagasaki University in Japan have uncovered significant findings about how the Omicron variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, gain entry into human cells. Unlike previous variants such as Delta, which primarily utilized a protein called TMPRSS2, the Omicron variants have shown a preference for using a different protein,...

New insights into post-COVID autoimmune conditions, a case of Anti-OJ Antibody-Positive Anti-Synthetase Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A New Chapter in Post-COVID Complications In a groundbreaking case, researchers from The Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent’s Hospital, and The Alfred Hospital in Australia have reported the first documented instance of a patient developing anti-OJ antibody-positive anti-synthetase syndrome (ASSD) following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. This Medical News report delves into the intr...

Scientists warned in 2009 that Vaccinia virus in current Mpox vaccines impairs critical immune functions

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A Glimpse into the Past: The Warning That Went Unheeded In 2009, a group of scientists from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University-USA, led by Dr. Rachel L. Roper, raised alarm bells about the potential dangers of the Vaccinia virus (VACV) used in Mpox (previously known as monkeypox) and smallpox vaccines. Their groundbreaking research, published in a peer-reviewed...

While WHO admits Mpox can be spread by droplets, past studies show it can be airborne!

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Recent findings have further complicated our understanding of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox), a viral disease that sparked a global health scare in 2022 and again in August 2024 when the WHO once again declared it a global health emergency. Initially believed to be transmitted primarily through direct contact, especially during intimate encounters, Mpox has shown potential for br...

Study finds that 42.6 percent of those infected with COVID-19 exhibit persistent musculoskeletal pain

Nikhil Prasad Aug 29, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19's Lingering Shadow on Musculoskeletal Health As the world continues to grapple with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new health concern has emerged: the significant rise in musculoskeletal pain among those who have recovered from the virus. Researchers from the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University and Fujian Provincial Institute of Orthopedics...

Understanding the impact of inflammatory bowel disease beyond the gut-extraintestinal manifestations

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is commonly associated with gastrointestinal symptoms, but it’s important to recognize that the condition can affect various other parts of the body. This Medical News report explores the extraintestinal manifestations (EIMs) of IBD, which can significantly impact the quality of life for those suffering from the condition. These manifestations, which can invo...

Study warns lineage C.1 and B.1.20 of MPox clade 3(2b) are a global threat expanding across species

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

While the world due to the WHO’s influence is more focused on the Mpox Clade 1b strains that are currently ravaging parts of the African continent but is ignoring the growing spread of the Clade 3 (Also known as clade 2b), often ignorantly terming it as milder or a gay disease, the ongoing evolution of the Mpox virus, particularly within same Clade 3(2b), is raising significant global concer...

Italian study finds that Jujube fruit extracts show promising potential against Herpes virus

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

Researchers from the University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli" in Naples and Caserta, Italy, have made a breakthrough in the search for natural antiviral agents. This Medical News report delves into their study, which explores the antiherpetic potential of extracts from jujube drupes (Ziziphus jujuba Mill.), a fruit with a rich history in traditional medicine. The study is particularly t...

Italian study finds that the immune system relies more heavily on CD4 T-cells in the fight against Mpox

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

New insights into T-cell responses and immunity in Mpox (Monkeypox) infections. Researchers from the National Institute for Infectious Diseases “Lazzaro Spallanzani” IRCCS in Rome, Italy, along with collaborators from the La Jolla Institute for Immunology and the University of California, San Diego, have made significant strides in understanding how the immune system responds to the m...

Spanish study reveals that Organosulfur compound from garlic and onions reduce COVID-19 disease severity in the elderly

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

A Promising Natural Solution In a significant development from Spain, a recent study has demonstrated that a compound derived from garlic and onions can effectively reduce the severity of COVID-19 symptoms in elderly individuals. This finding offers hope for a natural and accessible method to manage the impact of the virus, particularly in vulnerable populations. The research, conducted by experts...

WHO admits that Mpox virus can be spread through droplets

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

Understanding the Transmission of Mpox Virus The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently confirmed that the Mpox virus, also known as monkeypox, can be transmitted through respiratory droplets. However, the UN health agency claimed that this mode of transmission is considered minor compared to the primary route, which is close physical contact. This revelation comes amidst growing concerns o...

Study finds that one third of recovered COVID-19 individuals exhibit subclinical ventricular dysfunction of the heart!

Nikhil Prasad Aug 28, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, revealing new challenges for those who have recovered from the virus. Recent research conducted by a team of scientists from the Department of Cardiology at ESIC Medical College and Hospital, Faridabad, Haryana-India, and the Department of Cardiology at Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Res...

New insights on the role of Slitrk proteins in neurodevelopmental disorders

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Understanding Slitrk Proteins and Their Impact on Brain Disorders Recent research from Yeungnam University, Republic of Korea, has uncovered important insights into the role of Slitrk proteins in neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric conditions. This Medical News report explores how variations in Slitrk proteins, particularly those in the leucine-rich repeat (LRR) transmembrane fa...

Unveiling the role of Matrix Metalloproteinases in health and disease

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a crucial family of enzymes that play a vital role in maintaining the balance and integrity of tissues in the human body. Researchers from the Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences at Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro in Italy, and the Interuniversity Center of Phlebolymphology (CIFL) at the same institution, have conducted a comprehensi...

Long COVID linked to the altered functionality of CD4+ T helper (Th) cells

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A Persistent Aftermath of COVID-19 Researchers from multiple institutions across Madrid, Spain, including the National Center of Microbiology at Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED), and Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, have conducted a comprehensive study examining the immune response in individuals suffering from Po...

Insights into Monkeypox - The role of IL-10 signaling and epigenetics in viral persistence

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: In a past study conducted by researchers from the University of Sharjah-UAE and Istinye University-Turkey, new light has been shed on the complex interplay between the monkeypox virus and the human immune system. The study explores how the virus may leverage the interleukin-10 (IL-10) signaling pathway and epigenetic mechanisms to ensure its long-term survival in the host. ...

Uncovering the role of gut permeability in MIS-C - A new insight into pediatric COVID-19 complications

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Unraveling MIS-C and Its Connection to Gut Health Researchers at the Wellcome Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast have recently delved into a critical aspect of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), a severe condition that emerges in some children after SARS-CoV-2 infection. This Medical News report examines a groundbreaki...

Russian study uncovers cholesterol's critical role in SARS-CoV-2 E protein function

Nikhil Prasad Aug 27, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from the A.N. Frumkin Institute of Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry at the Russian Academy of Sciences and N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University have recently unveiled groundbreaking insights into the behavior of the SARS-CoV-2 E protein, a vital component of the virus that has caused the global COVID-19 pandemic. This Medical News report explor...