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Latests Medical News from around the world and also Thailand, bringing you updates, discoveries, studies and findings on various aspects and diseases in the medical world. Most of these articles are not only meant for Doctors In Thailand or Hospitals In Thailand but also for any patients or health conscious individuals wanting to know more.

Swiss Study Finds That COVID-19 Infection Increases the Risk of New Chronic Conditions

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 30 minutes ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from researchers at Geneva University Hospitals, the University of Geneva, and other collaborating Swiss institutions, has shed light on the profound, long-term effects of COVID-19. This comprehensive investigation links SARS-CoV-2 infections to an increased risk of new chronic health conditions, offering critical insights for healthcare professionals and polic...

Structural Proteins S, M, and E of SARS-CoV-2 Distinctly Influence Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Responses

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 1 hour ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Liverpool-UK, University of Aljouf, Najran University-Saudi Arabia, and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (UK) sheds new light on the molecular mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The study focuses on how the structural proteins of SARS-CoV-2 - namely, spike (S), membrane (M), and envelope (E) - i...

Scientists in Belgium Find That Cytomegalovirus DNAemia Drives COVID-19 Severity

Nikhil Prasad Jan 27, 2025 2 hours ago

Medical News: Understanding Cytomegalovirus and its Impact on Severe COVID-19 A recent study has highlighted a concerning link between cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNAemia and severe SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia in critically ill patients requiring invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV). Conducted by researchers from the Critical Care Department at Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, Université Catholique...

Gut Dysbiosis and Chronic Inflammation in Long COVID

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 14 hours ago

Medical News: Emerging research has been shedding light on the underlying mechanisms of Long COVID, a persistent condition affecting individuals after their initial recovery from COVID-19. A team of researchers from multiple institutions, including Aga Khan University in Pakistan, Fiocruz Salvador in Brazil, and the University of Washington in the United States, conducted an extensive review to un...

Minnesota Sees a Decline in Flu and COVID-19 Hospitalizations But RSV Infections and Hospitalizations Rising!

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 15 hours ago

U.S. Medical News: Hospitalization trends show mixed results Recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), released on Thursday, January 23, 2025, reveals a glimmer of hope for residents concerned about respiratory illnesses. For the first time in over a month, hospitalizations for influenza and COVID-19 have shown a slight decline, marking a potential turning point in this winter&rs...

COVID-19 Induces Expression of Autoantibodies Targeting Proteins Linked to Rheumatologic and Neurologic Functions

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 18 hours ago

Medical News: The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has unveiled a puzzling condition known as long COVID, where symptoms persist long after the initial infection has resolved. Researchers worldwide are now delving deeper into the mechanisms behind this phenomenon. A recent study spearheaded by scientists from the SB RAS Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine and Novosibirsk State...

Researchers in Belgium Find That Most with Long COVID Exhibit Hypercoagulability and Endothelial Dysfunction

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 18 hours ago

Medical News: Post-COVID Syndrome (PCS), often referred to as "long COVID," is an emerging health issue impacting millions globally. Individuals who have recovered from the acute phase of COVID-19 continue to report debilitating symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive issues, and reduced physical capacity for months or even years after their initial illness. Recent studies indicate that Long...

Polymerized Collagen Reduces Inflammation and Improves Long COVID Recovery

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 20 hours ago

Medical News: A Promising Breakthrough in Long COVID-19 Management A recent study offers a ray of hope for patients struggling with COVID-19 and the persistent symptoms known as long COVID. Researchers from Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán, Mexico City, conducted a groundbreaking investigation on polymerized type I collagen (PTIC). Their find...

AI-Based Blood Diagnostics Accurately Identifies Long COVID in Children

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 20 hours ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking discovery by researchers has brought the medical community one step closer to accurately diagnosing Long COVID in children through a simple blood test. This innovative approach, which employs Artificial Intelligence (AI), has demonstrated a remarkable accuracy rate of 93%, offering new avenues for timely detection and personalized treatment plans. AI-Based Blood...

Monensin Shows Potential to Inhibit Triple Negative Breast Cancer Growth

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 22 hours ago

Medical News: Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer, representing around 15 - 20% of all breast cancer cases globally. Unlike other breast cancer types, TNBC lacks three key receptors: estrogen, progesterone, and HER2, which makes it unresponsive to common hormone-based or HER2-targeted treatments. This creates limited therapeutic options for pat...

GPR55 Role in Pancreatic Cancer

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 23 hours ago

Medical News: Scientists at the Medical University of Graz in Austria have conducted groundbreaking research on the role of GPR55, a receptor in the expanded endocannabinoid system, in the tumor microenvironment (TME) of pancreatic cancer. This receptor has previously been associated with promoting cancer growth in various models. However, its role within the immune cells of the TME remained unexp...

Protection Against Palmitic Acid-Induced Lipotoxicity in Metabolic Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 23 hours ago

Medical News: Understanding Palmitic Acid and Lipotoxicity In the face of rising obesity and metabolic syndrome (MetS), researchers have intensified their efforts to understand how certain dietary factors impact cellular health. Palmitic acid (PA), a common saturated fatty acid, is gaining attention due to its dual role in metabolism - as a source of energy and a potential contributor to lipotoxic...

COVID-19 Alters Brain Glucose Metabolism

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 1 day ago

Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has significantly altered lives worldwide, reshaping societal norms and presenting major public health challenges. The virus was first identified in Wuhan, China, in late 2019, and within months, its rapid spread led to global lockdowns, mask mandates, and extensive healthcare system burdens. By April 2024, over 700 million cases...

Minnesota Joins Many Other States Adhering to CDC Call for All Hospitalized Flu Patients to be Tested for H5N1

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 1 day ago

U.S. Medical News: Concerns are mounting among health officials as reassorted strains of the H5N1 avian influenza virus - potentially resulting from recombination with seasonal flu strains - may already be circulating undetected. In response, Minnesota has joined other states in implementing updated guidelines issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), calling for rigorou...

Influenza Positivity Rates Hit 25 Percent Across the United States

Nikhil Prasad Jan 26, 2025 1 day ago

U.S. Medical News: The latest data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a concerning picture of respiratory illness trends across the United States. As of January 24, 2025, the national influenza positivity rate has surged to 25 percent, reflecting a significant rise in cases. This increase comes as part of a broader wave of respiratory infections that inclu...

Doctors Warn That COVID-19 Infections Can Induce a Dangerous Condition Known as Complete Heart Block

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: The Emerging Link Between COVID-19 and Heart Block Medical experts are now raising alarms about an unexpected complication associated with COVID-19 infections: heart block. This condition, which disrupts the heart's natural rhythm, has been increasingly observed in patients suffering from the viral illness. A recent case report from Tanzania provides crucial insights into this i...

US FDA Stops All Updates Regarding Outbreaks Involving Foodborne Infections

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

U.S. Medical News: A Surprising Halt in Foodborne Illness Updates The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently ceased all updates concerning outbreaks of foodborne infections. This decision has raised concerns among public health experts and everyday citizens who rely on timely information to protect themselves from illnesses caused by contaminated food. US FDA Stops All...

A20 as a Therapeutic Target for COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has presented countless challenges to public health systems worldwide. Among the complex mechanisms driving the disease’s progression, one factor gaining attention is A20, a protein with significant potential to regulate inflammation and immune responses. Researchers from the State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases an...

Updated Diagnosis and Treatment Recommendations for ANCA-Associated Vasculitis-Important in The Current COVID-19 Era

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: Understanding ANCA-Associated Vasculitis Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV) is a complex and rare autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of small blood vessels, leading to damage in various organs such as the kidneys, lungs, and nervous system. A number of studies and cases reports have shown that COVID-19 infections and the COVID-19 in...

Malaysian Researchers Identify Long COVID Subphenotypes and Find That Probiotics Can Mitigate Many Symptoms

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: Malaysian researchers have achieved a remarkable milestone in understanding Long COVID, a condition affecting millions worldwide. By analyzing diverse symptoms and their progression, these experts have identified specific subphenotypes of Long COVID and demonstrated the potential of probiotics in alleviating many of its debilitating symptoms. This Medical News report delves into the ...

Galanthamine Enhances Neural Stem Cell Differentiation and Growth, A Major Breakthrough for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: A Natural Compound with Potential to Combat Neurodegenerative Diseases In a recent groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Huaihua University in Hunan, China, scientists have uncovered the impressive neurogenic potential of galanthamine, a natural phytochemical alkaloid derived from the Amaryllidaceae plant family. Traditionally known for its acetylcholinesterase-inhibiti...

Individuals Previously Exposed to COVID-19 With SARS-CoV-2 IgG Antibodies Will Develop Severe Dengue When Infected

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: A Growing Concern for Endemic Regions A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the Universidad Autónoma Benito Juárez de Oaxaca and the State Laboratory of Oaxaca in Mexico has shed new light on the interplay between prior COVID-19 exposure and severe dengue infections. The findings raise critical questions about how the presence of SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodie...

H5N1 Bird Flu Vaccines Are Accelerating Viral Evolution, as Currently Observed in China

Nikhil Prasad Jan 25, 2025 2 days ago

Medical News: A Growing Concern Over Bird Flu Vaccines A new study has sounded alarm bells in the scientific and global health communities by suggesting that vaccines developed to protect poultry from the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu virus may inadvertently accelerate its evolution. H5N1 Bird Flu Vaccines Are Accelerating Viral Evolution, as Currently Observed in China Image: AI-generated &nb...

Stem Cell Therapy as an Emerging Option for Type 2 Diabetes Treatment

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) remains one of the most pressing public health challenges worldwide. With both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes affecting millions, scientists are continually seeking advanced therapies to ease patient burdens. A groundbreaking systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by researchers from the Department of Health Research, India, and the National Institute of Epi...

A Clinical Overview of Antiphospholipid Syndrome

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) is a rare yet significant autoimmune condition characterized by the presence of persistent antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL) in combination with clinical manifestations such as recurrent blood clots in veins and arteries, pregnancy complications, and other non-thrombotic symptoms. With advancements in medical research, our understanding of this complex...

Understanding the Immune Response to COVID-19 as a Potential Recall Reaction Susceptible to Immune Memory

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study has unveiled new insights into the immune response to COVID-19, shedding light on why some cases are more severe than others. Researchers from Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), Hospital Universitari Vall d’Hebron, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Bellvitge University Hospital, Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute, and Erasmus Uni...

Japanese Study Finds That COVID-19 Disrupts Spermatogenesis, Global Reproductive Rates at Risk

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine and Kobe City Medical Center West Hospital in Japan has revealed how COVID-19 disrupts spermatogenesis - the process of sperm production - potentially placing global reproductive rates at risk. As the world navigates the aftermath of the pandemic, this Medical News report sheds light on alarming fi...

USDA and APHIS Warns of More Domestic Cats Getting Infected with H5N1 in the United States

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have raised an alarm over the increasing cases of H5N1, or avian influenza, being detected in domestic cats across the United States. This emerging issue highlights a growing concern for pet owners, veterinarians, and public health officials. As cases continue to surface, the nee...

Case Study Highlights That COVID-19 Can Cause Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome in Those with Genetic Predispositions

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: Introduction to a Rare Case of aHUS Triggered by COVID-19 In a groundbreaking medical case, researchers from Gifu University’s Department of Pediatrics and Advanced Critical Care Center, along with Gifu University Hospital in Japan, have shed light on a rare but alarming connection between COVID-19 and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS). This rare disorder is characteri...

Why the Alarms and Declaration of an HIV Outbreak in Fiji? A New Variant?

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: Alarming Rise in HIV Cases Fiji is grappling with an unprecedented health crisis following the declaration of an HIV outbreak by the nation’s Minister for Health and Medical Services, Dr. Ratu Atonio Rabici Lalabalavu. From January to September 2024, a staggering 1,093 new HIV cases were reported, accompanied by 115 related deaths. This declaration marks a critical turning poin...

3 Die in Suspected Lassa Fever Outbreak in Benue, Nigeria

Nikhil Prasad Jan 24, 2025 3 days ago

Medical News: In what is feared to be an outbreak of Lassa fever, three people have tragically died in Benue State, Nigeria. Over the past week, the state’s health officials have reported 12 suspected cases in addition to the three fatalities. The Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Yanmar Ortese, disclosed this development during a telephone conversation with journalists on Wedn...