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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.

New study reveals increased vulnerability to Mpox virus with alcohol consumption

Charles Tee Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Wuhan, China, Explore the Impact of Alcohol on Mpox Virus Susceptibility Using a Rodent Model In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Wuhan Institute of Biological Products Co., Ltd., Wuhan Jinyintan Hospital, and the National Key Laboratory for Novel Vaccines Research and Development of Emerging Infectious Diseases have uncovered alarming findings about the ...

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

James Josh Sep 03, 2024 3 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...

How our immune system's natural killers are fine-tuned to fight cancer

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

Immunology Updates: The Role of NK Cells in Immune Defense Natural Killer (NK) cells, an essential part of our body's immune system, are a unique type of lymphocyte responsible for detecting and eliminating cells that pose a threat, such as those infected by viruses or transformed into cancer cells. Unlike other immune cells, NK cells do not require prior sensitization to recognize and destro...

Gastrodin from the herb Gastrodia elata Blume is a promising therapeutic for brain issues

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

TCM News: Gastrodin, a natural phytochemical compound derived from the traditional Chinese herb Gastrodia elata Blume, has gained significant attention for its potential in treating various central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The herb Gastrodia elata Blume has been used extensive in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for centuries for various brain heath issues and CNS issues. Gastrodin f...

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

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 03, 2024 3 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...

Methylene blue shows promise in preventing vision loss in Glaucoma patients

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

Glaucoma News: Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness globally, affecting millions of people. Despite various treatments, many patients continue to suffer from vision loss. The focus of most current treatments is on reducing intraocular pressure (IOP), but this does not always prevent the progression of the disease. A recent study, conducted by researchers from the University of Buenos...

Targeting TGF-Beta pathway shows promise for head and neck cancer

Chitra Varughese Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

Cancer News: Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) remains a significant global health concern, ranking as the sixth most common cancer worldwide. According to recent estimates, over 890,000 new cases and 450,000 deaths are recorded annually. Despite advancements in medical treatments, managing advanced stages of HNSCC, especially in recurrent or metastatic forms, poses a considerable chal...

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 3 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...

COVID-19 infections start to rise again in New Zealand, 1425 new cases, 19 deaths

James Josh Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

Coronavirus News: New Zealand is witnessing a concerning uptick in COVID-19 cases, marking a shift in the recent trend of declining infections. According to the latest data released by the Ministry of Health, the country reported 1,425 new cases over the past week, including 900 reinfections. While the number of new cases has increased compared to the previous week, the number of deaths attributed...

Ginsenoside Rh2 from Red Ginseng reduces inflammation by blocking TLR4 dimerization and key immune pathways

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 3 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Ginsenoside Rh2: A New Hope for Reducing Inflammation Researchers from Guizhou University and Jilin University in China have unveiled promising findings regarding Ginsenoside Rh2 (G-Rh2), a compound derived from red ginseng, that may significantly reduce inflammation. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report delves into the groundbreaking study, exploring how G-Rh2 inte...

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

Nikhil Prasad Sep 03, 2024 3 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 3 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...

Thailand medical authorities report more than a 100 percent increase in weekly COVID-19 hospitalizations. New XEC variant suspected as culprit

James Josh Sep 02, 2024 3 months ago

Thailand medical authorities reported a total of 569 new weekly COVID-19 hospitalizations for the week 25th to 31st of August, representing an average of about 81 new COVID-19 hospitalizations per day. https://www.facebook.com/informationcovid19/posts/pfbid034pnZQE9eAik144u3TVhiWXCoDmNhkDuTZRRoYHCWrtnVy958czqCXGYMhij2X8ehl Thailand medical authorities report more than a 100 percent inc...

Philippines grapples with rising Mpox Clade 2b cases as Quezon City records first infection and Cebu reports 6 new suspected cases

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 3 months ago

Mpox News: The Emergence of Mpox in Quezon City Quezon City has confirmed its first case of mpox (previously known as monkeypox), marking a critical moment in the city’s public health landscape. The case comes just two weeks after the Department of Health (DOH) announced the country's first mpox case for 2024. The patient, a 37-year-old male resident of Quezon City, is currently receivi...

How cyber gangs are holding healthcare systems hostage

Charles Tee Sep 02, 2024 3 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...

Study finds that majority of American infant and toddler foods fail to meet global nutritional standards

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 3 months ago

Health News: A Concerning Discovery in Baby Food Nutrition A recent study led by public health specialists from the University of New South Wales's George Institute for Global Health-Australia, in collaboration with the University of California-USA, the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill-USA, has revealed alarming findings regar...

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

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 3 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 ...

Pharma news - Regeneron secures European approval for innovative lymphoma drug Ordspono

Chitra Varughese Sep 02, 2024 3 months ago

Pharma News: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has achieved a significant milestone with the European Commission's approval of its bispecific antibody drug, Ordspono (odronextamab), for the treatment of two types of lymphoma. This approval marks a crucial step for the company, especially after facing rejection from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The European Commission's decision now...

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

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 3 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 3 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 3 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...

South Korean researchers identify Amentoflavone from Selaginella Tamariscina as a potential inhibitor of the COVID-19 virus

Nikhil Prasad Sep 02, 2024 3 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: In the ongoing battle against COVID-19, researchers are continuously searching for effective and affordable treatments. While vaccines and antiviral drugs are available, the rapid emergence of new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus highlights the need for additional therapeutic options. A recent study by a team of scientists from Yonsei University and Chungnam National Univ...

U.S. Medical News - Whooping cough infections rising in Michigan

Sebastian Lavoie Sep 02, 2024 3 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Michigan is currently experiencing a dramatic rise in whooping cough infections, with reported cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, reaching alarming levels. As of mid-August, the state had reported 330 cases, which is more than three times the total number for all of 2023. https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdhhs/CDINFO/WSR/Current_WSR.pdf ...

Nova Scotia, the Canadian province on the East Coast, reports rising COVID-19 infections

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 3 months ago

COVID-19 News: Nova Scotia, the picturesque Canadian province known for its stunning coastlines, is currently facing a concerning rise in COVID-19 infections. According to the latest reports from the provincial health department, the number of cases has more than doubled in the past month, signaling a significant resurgence of the virus. Nova Scotia, the Canadian province on the East Coast, r...

Fourth case of Mpox clade 2b infection detected in Pakistan

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 3 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...

Study reveals alarming levels of low empathy among medical students and residents in Thailand

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 3 months ago

Thailand Medical: Empathy is a cornerstone of effective medical care, significantly impacting patient outcomes, clinical competence, and the overall doctor-patient relationship. However, recent research conducted at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (PCM) and Phramongkutklao Hospital (PMK) in Thailand has shed light on an alarming trend: a significant decline in empathy among medical students an...

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

Nikhil Prasad Sep 01, 2024 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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...

Ohio reports more than 8,000 new COVID-19 cases, 216 hospitalizations and 21 deaths last week

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 3 months ago

U.S. Medical News: As Ohio enters the fall season, the state is witnessing a concerning uptick in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) reports more than 8,000 new cases and 21 deaths in the last week, prompting renewed calls for vaccinations as a crucial tool to curb the virus's spread. Ohio reports more than 8,000 new COVID-19 cases, 216 hospitalizatio...

America has it under control, California becomes the 14th state with H5N1 avian flu infecting dairy cows!

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 3 months ago

H5N1 News: In a significant development, California has become the 14th state in the U.S. to report cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in livestock, with the virus now detected in three dairy herds in the Central Valley. The announcement, made on August 30, 2024, has raised concerns but has also demonstrated the state's preparedness and swift response to the outbreak. http...

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

Nikhil Prasad Aug 31, 2024 3 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 3 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 3 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...