Medical News (World)

Drug Resistance Mutations Emerging in SARS-CoV-2 After Ensitrelvir Use in Japan to Treat COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers Warn of Rising Drug Resistance Mutations in COVID 19 Treatment A new study has raised concerns about emerging drug resistance mutations in patients treated with ensitrelvir, an antiviral drug used to combat COVID-19. Researchers from Kansai Medical University General Medical Center in Osaka and Hokkaido University in Sapporo have identified significant genetic changes in...

The Growing Concern of COVID-19 and Oral Health

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected people worldwide in many ways beyond its well-known respiratory complications. New research has highlighted a troubling connection between the virus and various oral health issues. A comprehensive study conducted by researchers from the University of Naples Federico II, Italy, and Sechenov University, Russia, has examined the impact of COVID-19 on o...

Widely Used Medication Topiramate Linked to Vision Issues and Risk of Glaucoma

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Topiramate is a widely used medication prescribed for various conditions, including epilepsy, migraines, and certain mental health disorders. It is also sometimes used off-label for weight loss and chronic pain management. The drug works by stabilizing nerve activity in the brain, helping to prevent seizures and reduce migraine frequency. While effective, topiramate is known to cause...

Long-Term Consumption of Hydrogen Rich Water Provides Protection to the Liver by Improving Mitochondrial Function

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Chronic stress has become a major health concern worldwide, affecting not only mental well-being but also physical health. The liver, a vital organ responsible for metabolism and detoxification, is particularly vulnerable to prolonged stress exposure. Researchers from Northeast Agricultural University in China have conducted a study exploring whether drinking hydrogen-rich water (HRW...

CCL2-CCR2 Axis and its Role in Pulmonary Fibrosis from Respiratory Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Connection Between Viruses and Lung Damage Respiratory viruses have long been known to cause severe infections affecting millions of people globally. Beyond the immediate dangers of viral infections, scientists are increasingly focusing on the long-term impact these viruses have on lung health. One of the most concerning outcomes is pulmonary fibrosis, a condition ...

Advanced Photohydrolysis Technology Rapidly Inactivates Airborne SARS-CoV-2 and Other Respiratory Viruses

Nikhil Prasad Feb 18, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Revolutionary Air Purification Technology to Combat Airborne Viruses As airborne viruses continue to pose serious health threats, a groundbreaking new technology is emerging as a powerful tool in the fight against these pathogens. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)-USA have unveiled an innovative air purification method known as Advanced Photohydrolysis...

Netherlands Report TB Outbreak With 80 Positive Cases and One Death at a Food Factory!

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Tuberculosis Cases Emerge at Zeeland Food Factory Authorities in the Netherlands have reported a tuberculosis (TB) outbreak at a food factory in Zeeland, raising concerns about workplace health and safety. The outbreak was discovered at a ready-meal production facility owned by the Van Loon Group, specifically at the Maître location in Oude-Tonge. According to a company statem...

‘Meningitis’ Outbreak in Ghana Causes 16 Deaths, 60 Suspected Cases and 22 Confirmed Cases

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Escalating Health Crisis in Upper West Region of Ghana Ghana's Upper West Region is currently grappling with a ‘severe meningitis’ outbreak that has escalated alarmingly over recent weeks. As of February 17, 2025, health authorities have reported 60 suspected cases, resulting in 16 fatalities, marking a case fatality rate of approximately 26%. ‘Meningitis&rsqu...

American Study Alarmingly Finds That Non-Hospitalized Long COVID Patients Show Reduced Retinal Blood Flow!

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A New Discovery in Long COVID Research A new study conducted by researchers from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine-USA and the Medical College of Wisconsin-USA has uncovered an important link between long COVID and reduced blood flow in the eyes. This Medical News report focuses on a condition known as Neuro-PASC, a neurological subset of long COVID, and how ...

SARS-CoV-2 Spike Proteins are Genotoxic and Cause DNA Damage!

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Scientists Uncover a New Health Threat From COVID-19 A groundbreaking European study has raised serious concerns about the long-term health effects of COVID-19, revealing that SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins are genotoxic, meaning they can cause damage to human DNA. The study, conducted by researchers from Başkent University in Türkiye, the Medical University of Bialystok in Poland,...

ING Proteins and Their Role in Neurological Disorders

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, the Frontier Science Center for Immunology and Metabolism at Wuhan University, and the Sino-Italian Ascula Brain Science Joint Laboratory have been investigating the role of inhibitor of growth (ING) proteins in neurological health. These proteins are well-known for their involvement in tumor suppression, but recent studies reve...

Adaptogens Such as Arctic Root and Ashwagandha Support Neurogenesis and Cognitive Recovery in Cases of Brain Fatigue

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Brain fatigue is a long-lasting form of mental exhaustion that often occurs after a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or due to age-related inflammation in the central nervous system. Unlike regular tiredness that can be relieved with rest, brain fatigue persists and significantly impacts cognitive function, mood, and overall quality of life. Despite its widespread effects, there is cu...

Polydatin and Nicotinamide Help Reduce Iron Buildup and Cell Damage in Mitochondrial Diseases

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Link Between Iron and Mitochondrial Diseases Mitochondrial diseases are a group of rare conditions caused by problems in the cell’s energy factories - mitochondria. These diseases often result in nerve and muscle issues, fatigue, and a range of severe complications. A new study led by researchers from the Centro Andaluz de Biología del Desarrollo (CABD...

Centella Asiatica Protects Skin Cells from Aging and Damage

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Ancient Herbal Remedy Offers New Hope for Skin Health A recent study from Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan has revealed that Centella asiatica, a traditional medicinal plant, may play a crucial role in protecting skin cells from aging and damage. Researchers have found that this powerful herb helps prevent oxidative stress-induced cell death and may contribut...

New insights into the immunological benefits of the BCG vaccine

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Century Old Vaccine with New Potential The Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine has been widely used for over a century to protect against tuberculosis. However, researchers from the University of Lodz, the Medical University of Lodz, and the Lodz Centre of Molecular Studies on Civilisation Diseases in Poland have uncovered a surprising range of immunological benefits lin...

Retinoic Acid Boosts Neuron Growth While Enhancing Cellular Cleanup

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Understanding How Retinoic Acid Influences Brain Cells A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Pisa and IRCCS Neuromed in Italy has uncovered how retinoic acid (RA), a compound derived from vitamin A, helps immature nerve cells develop into mature neurons while simultaneously enhancing a vital cellular process known as autophagy. This Medical News report delves ...

Alcohol Consumption and Its Impact on Blood Vessels and Arterial Health in Adults with Persistent COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Feb 17, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A recent study has uncovered significant insights into the impact of alcohol consumption on vascular health and arterial stiffness in adults suffering from persistent COVID. Researchers from the Primary Care Research Unit of Salamanca (APISAL)-Spain, the Institute of Biomedical Research of Salamanca (IBSAL)-Spain, the University of Salamanca-Spain, the Research Network on Chronicity,...

PLSCR1 Suppresses SARS-CoV-2 Infection by Reducing ACE2 on Cell Surface

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Scientists Unveil a New Natural Defense Against SARS-CoV-2 A team of researchers from the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, along with scientists from Peking University and Suzhou Institute of Systems Medicine, have discovered a promising new defense mechanism against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Their study highlights the role ...

Rheumatoid factors linked to rheumatoid arthritis found in some individuals after COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Scientists uncover links between COVID-19 and rheumatoid arthritis A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Wisconsin Madison and the William S Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital has shed light on the potential connection between COVID-19 and rheumatoid arthritis. The findings suggest that some individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 may develop rheumatoid...

Artesunate Alleviates Parkinson’s Disease by Targeting Brain Cells

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Promising Discovery in Parkinson’s Research Scientists from Zunyi Medical University in China have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against Parkinson’s disease. Their research reveals that artesunate, a drug derived from a plant used to treat malaria, may help protect brain cells from damage linked to the disease. The findings provide hope for potential new ...

Atrial Fibrillation Found to Be a Key Indicator of Myocardial Ischemia

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Understanding the Link Between Atrial Fibrillation and Heart Disease A new study conducted by researchers from the University Hospital of Ioannina, Greece, has shed light on the significant link between atrial fibrillation (AF) and myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart does not receive enough blood due to blocked arteries. AF is a common irregular heartbeat disorder that ...

Adiponectin Role in Breast Cancer Stem Cells and Hormone Therapy Resistance

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Breast cancer remains the most common form of cancer affecting women worldwide. Approximately 70 - 80% of breast cancer cases are classified as estrogen receptor (ER)-positive, meaning the cancer cells grow in response to estrogen. To combat this, doctors often prescribe hormone therapies like tamoxifen, which work by blocking estrogen receptors and slowing cancer growth. However, a ...

New Insights into How SGLT2 Inhibitors Help Reduce Inflammation in the Body

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Revolutionary Approach to Inflammation Control A new study conducted by researchers from the Institute of Cytology and Genetics, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Research Institute of Clinical and Experimental Lymphology-Russia, National Research Tomsk State University-Russia, and the University of Heidelberg-Germany, has provided compelling evidence that so...

Emerging Risks of Kodamaea Ohmeri Infections and Drug Resistance

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Kodamaea ohmeri is an emerging yeast species that has been increasingly associated with human infections. This ascomycetous yeast belongs to the Saccharomycetaceae family, which includes other medically significant fungi such as Candida species. Previously classified under different genera such as Pichia and Yamadazyma, K. ohmeri has gained attention due to its opportunistic nature a...

A Surprising Link Between Gum Disease and Prostate Enlargement

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from Hallym University College of Medicine in South Korea suggests a significant connection between chronic periodontitis, a common gum disease, and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition that causes prostate enlargement in aging men. This discovery adds to the growing evidence that oral health is deeply connected to overall well-being an...

U.S. NIH Study Finds That Algal Lectin Griffithsin Shows Promise in Preventing Ebola Virus Infection

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A Natural Compound That Could Help Combat Deadly Ebola Outbreaks A recent study has uncovered a natural compound that could play a role in fighting the deadly Ebola virus. Researchers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln-USA, Texas Biomedical Research Institute0USA, and the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases have found that Griffithsin, a protein derived f...

Dapagliflozin as a Treatment for Sepsis-Induced Cardiomyopathy

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: Sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy (SIC) is a severe heart complication that arises in patients suffering from sepsis, a life-threatening condition caused by widespread infection in the body. (Severe COVID-19 also causes this condition). This form of cardiac dysfunction has long been associated with increased mortality and limited treatment options. Researchers from Tianjin Medical Univer...

Prenatal SARS-CoV-2 Infection and its Effects on Human Milk Extracellular Vesicles

Nikhil Prasad Feb 16, 2025 2 months ago

Medical News: A recent study has shed light on the effects of prenatal SARS-CoV-2 infection on human milk and its extracellular vesicles (HMEVs). These vesicles are tiny particles present in breast milk that play a crucial role in infant development and immune protection. Researchers from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine-USA, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center-USA, t...