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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.

German study finds that Oxysterol-binding protein plays a key role in SARS-CoV-2 replication

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have uncovered crucial details about how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, replicates within human cells. This breakthrough focuses on the oxysterol-binding protein (OSBP) and its pivotal role in coronavirus replication. The findings open new avenues for developing antiviral drugs that could potentially combat COVID-19 and oth...

Paris COVID-19 Olympic Games 2024 Updates - Five Australian Swimmers Infected While Event Volunteers Back Out En Masse

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Paris Olympic Games 2024: The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to be a monumental event, promising excitement and international camaraderie. However, a series of COVID-19 infections among the Australian women's water polo team has raised concerns about the health protocols in place. Five team members tested positive, bringing to light the ongoing challenges of managing a large-scale global eve...

Wastewater surveillance shows that Austria is facing a spike in COVID-19 infections

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: As of July 2024, Austria is grappling with a surge in COVID-19 cases driven by new variants of the virus. This resurgence has been closely monitored through wastewater surveillance, revealing a significant increase in infections. Health officials are now urging the public to adhere to vaccination guidelines, emphasizing the importance of booster doses to mitigate severe outcomes. ...

Defensins - The Double-Edged Swords in Colorectal Cancer Progression

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Cancer Updates: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a major global health concern, ranking as the third most common cancer worldwide. The rising incidence among younger adults, those under 50, is particularly alarming. Researchers are investigating the potential links between diet, the gut microbiome, and CRC risk. This Cancer Updates news report explores recent discoveries about human defensins, particula...

The Phytochemical Salidroside from Rhodiola rosea shows promise for bone health

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Discovering a Natural Remedy for Bone Health Researchers from various institutions have uncovered promising new insights into a natural compound, salidroside, which shows significant potential in promoting bone health and preventing osteoporosis. This Herbs And Phytochemicals news report delves into the findings of a comprehensive review on the subject, shedding light on...

A new look at ANCA-associated vasculitis and its impact on hearing

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Poland Unveil Important Findings on Ear Involvements in Vasculitis In a recent study conducted by researchers at the Military Institute of Medicine in Warsaw, Poland, significant insights into the aural manifestations of Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (ANCA)-Associated Vasculitis (AAV) were uncovered. This Medical News report explores the findings and implicati...

New insights into how HIV disrupts autophagy and impacts heart health

Nikhil Prasad Jul 25, 2024 5 months ago

HIV News: HIV has transformed from a death sentence to a manageable chronic condition thanks to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). However, this transformation has brought to light new challenges, including HIV-associated cardiomyopathy (HIVAC). This HIV News report delves into recent research uncovering the intricate relationship between autophagy and HIVAC, shedding light on potential...

3,002 COVID-19 deaths in Florida for 2024 so far but new surge with 21,531 cases in first week of July sounds alarms

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: COVID-19 Resurgence in Florida: A Summer Spike Florida is witnessing a troubling resurgence of COVID-19 cases, with the state Department of Health reporting a significant increase in the first week of July. The state recorded 21,531 new cases, marking an 11% rise from the lowest weekly total of 2,390 cases in April. This surge signals one of the highest weekly case counts of the...

New peer reviewed study shows how magnetic fields affect our immune cells

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Magnetic Fields and Your Immune System: What You Need to Know In our modern world, magnetic fields are more prevalent than ever. From the MRI machines used in hospitals to the magnetic levitation trains in some cities, we are constantly exposed to these forces. Cell phone towers are also another source of magnetic waves. But what impact do these static magnetic fields (SMFs) have on...

SARS-CoV-2 induced gut dysbiosis possibly behind growing cases of post-COVID insomnia

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on global health, affecting millions worldwide. One lesser-known consequence of COVID-19 is its potential impact on sleep, particularly in the form of insomnia. Recent research from a team at Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine in Harbin, China, sheds light on how gut microbiota might influence insomnia following COVID-19 infe...

COVID-19 also causes Unilateral Parotitis especially in children

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A new SARS-CoV-2 infection symptom for kids? In a surprising twist, researchers have uncovered a new and rare symptom of COVID-19 in children: unilateral parotitis. This condition, which causes inflammation in one of the parotid glands (the salivary glands located in front of the ears), has been traditionally associated with other viral infections like mumps. However, recent studie...

Northern Manitoba in Canada declares health emergency amid severe nursing shortage

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Nursing News: Acute Nursing Shortage Hits Cree Nation Hard Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, located in northern Manitoba-Canada, has declared a state of emergency due to a critical nursing shortage. Since September 2023, the community’s health centre has been open only for emergency cases, leaving residents in a precarious situation regarding their healthcare needs. However, the situation has w...

University of Maryland study finds that bacteria can form clumps in pleural fluid of the lungs

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: A groundbreaking study from the University of Maryland School of Medicine-USA has revealed fascinating insights into how bacteria behave in the pleural fluid, the fluid surrounding the lungs. This discovery could revolutionize the treatment of thoracic empyema, a severe lung infection. This Medical News report delves into the study's findings and their implications for medical pr...

Blood Microbiota Discovered

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Unraveling the Mystery of Blood Microbiota Italian Scientists from the University of Bari 'Aldo Moro', Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri IRCCS, and eCampus University have embarked on an intriguing journey to explore the presence and role of blood microbiota. Using advanced analytical techniques like real-time PCR, dark field microscopy, and electron microscopy, these res...

Singapore scientists discover that SARS-CoV-2 spike protein undergoes transformation at Golgi complex

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A New Discovery Researchers from Nanyang Technological University and the National Centre for Infectious Diseases in Singapore have made a significant discovery about the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This COVID-19 News report delves into their groundbreaking study, shedding light on how the virus's spike protein changes shape within human cells to that interestingly enables better neutrali...

Hawaii's COVID-19 positivity rate soars amid wastewater concerns

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: Rising Positivity Rates and Alarming Wastewater Findings Hawaii is experiencing a significant surge in COVID-19 cases, with the state's positivity rate reaching a concerning 16.3 percent. Hawaii's COVID-19 positivity rate soars amid wastewater concerns Image: Generated by AI Adding to the worry, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported "v...

Monocyte production of C1q enhances CD8+ T cell function against respiratory viruses

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Immunology News: Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine-USA have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how the body fights off respiratory viral infections. This Immunology News report will explore their findings on the role of a protein called C1q, produced by monocytes, in enhancing the function of CD8+ T cells, crucial components of our immune system. T...

The uniqueness of post-COVID lung fibrosis - The increased expression of ATP12A protein

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: In a significant breakthrough, researchers from Michigan State University-USA and the Cleveland Clinic Florida Research & Innovation Center-USA have uncovered new details about lung damage following COVID-19. The study focused on the protein ATP12A and its increased expression in the lungs of patients with post-COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis. This COVID-19 News report delves into t...

An updated pharmaceutical guide to treating Fibromyalgia

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

Med News: Understanding Fibromyalgia Syndrome Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a chronic pain condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and various other symptoms, FMS is a complex condition that significantly impacts the quality of life of those affected. This Med News report delves into the latest pharmacolo...

COVID-19 can cause Osteomyelitis of the jaw

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: As the world grapples with the long-term consequences of COVID-19, a silent yet alarming complication has emerged. Recent research reveals a concerning link between COVID-19 and osteomyelitis of the jaw (OMJ). This COVID-19 News report delves into the findings of a systematic review conducted by researchers from institutions across Europe, including the National and Kapodistrian Uni...

SARS-CoV-2 virus triggers airway inflammation by blocking CFTR protein

Nikhil Prasad Jul 24, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: A Discovery with Potential Therapeutic Implications Researchers from a consortium of prominent institutions have made a groundbreaking discovery about how COVID-19 causes severe inflammation in the lungs. The study, led by Dr Hung Caohuy and his team at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland-USA, reveals that the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein inhibit...

COVID-19 positivity rates in California reaches 12.8 percent

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

U.S. Medical News: In an unsettling development, California's COVID-19 positivity rate has surged to 12.8%, with rising infections and hospitalizations signaling a potential resurgence of the virus. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Respiratory-Viruses/RespiratoryDashboard.aspx COVID-19 positivity rates in California reaches 12.8 percent Image Credit: Gilnature/Getty...

Traditional Chinese medicine herbal remedies offer hope in combating COVID-19 cytokine storms

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

TCM News: Understanding the Cytokine Storm in COVID-19 and the Role of Chinese Herbal Medicines The COVID-19 pandemic has posed numerous challenges, especially in managing severe cases where patients experience acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to a phenomenon known as a cytokine storm. Researchers from multiple institutions have investigated the potential of Chinese herbal medicines...

A new discovery - Influenza virus suppresses cell death via TAK1 activation to aid replication

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Influenza News: In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered a surprising strategy used by the influenza A virus (IAV) to ensure its survival and replication within host cells. This Influenza News report delves into the details of this discovery and its implications for future treatments and prevention of influenza infections. The study was conducted by a team from the College of Veterina...

Asceneuron secures 100 million dollars for new Alzheimer drug

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Pharma News: A New Dawn for Alzheimer's Treatment In the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs in Alzheimer's disease treatment, Asceneuron, a Swiss biotechnology company, has made significant strides. The company recently announced the successful completion of a US$100 million Series C funding round, spearheaded by Novo Holdings. This financial boost is set to propel Asceneuron's innov...

Steroid abuse linked to liver cancer

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Steroids are often associated with bodybuilding and athletic performance enhancement, but their misuse can lead to serious health problems. A new study highlights the link between anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) and liver cancer. This Medical News report will explore how steroids affect the liver, the risk of liver tumors, and what the research from various institutions reveals ab...

Italian researchers warn that common respiratory RSV infections are a threat to the brain

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: The Hidden Threat to the Brain Researchers from various esteemed institutions in Italy have recently shed light on a concerning aspect of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections: their potential to cause complications in the central nervous system (CNS). This Medical News report delves into their findings, explaining the risks and implications of these complications in a way th...

COVID-19 infections now hitting new records in Netherlands

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: The Netherlands is currently grappling with a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, as the highly infectious virus shows no signs of abating. According to recent surveillance reports, the circulation of SARS-CoV-2 remains elevated across the country. The national average viral load detected in wastewater has surged by 18% in the week spanning from 8 to 14 July 2024. This increase aligns wit...

SARS-CoV-2 spike protein accelerates aging of blood vessels

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19-News: The Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on Blood Vessels A recent study has uncovered alarming details about the effects of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, specifically its spike protein, on human endothelial cells - the cells that line blood vessels. Researchers from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid-Spain and their collaborators found that the spike protein can induce premature aging in these cells, ...

After a June COVID-19 peak, hospitalizations in UK rises again as positivity rate hits 15.86 percent

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

COVID-19 News: Amid Waning Immunity and Euro Football Fever, Hospitalizations Increase by 17 percent Within A Week Rising Cases and Hospitalizations COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are once again on the rise in the United Kingdom, with the latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) showing a significant increase. Hospital admissions jumped by 17% in the week ending Sunday...

Understanding Type II Endoleaks

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Type II endoleaks are a common complication after endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) for abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). This Medical News report explores whether these leaks are a serious health risk or just a harmless imaging finding. Researchers from Aristotle University Medical School in Greece and Stony Brook University Hospital in the USA delve into the complexities of this...

The role of Phenylalanine in heart failure

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Cardiology Updates: Heart failure (HF) remains a leading cause of illness and death worldwide, affecting millions of people. Despite advances in medical treatments, the need for better tools to predict outcomes in HF patients is crucial. A recent study sheds light on phenylalanine (PHE), an amino acid, as a significant marker in understanding and predicting heart failure outcomes. The role of...

Gut health and inflammation are also risk factors for stroke

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Understanding Stroke - More Than Just a Brain Problem Stroke remains one of the most serious health threats worldwide, being a leading cause of death and long-term disability. While we often think of stroke as a purely brain-related issue, new research highlights that the roots of stroke can extend far beyond the brain, involving complex interactions between metabolic health, gut mi...

Non-invasive ultrasound treatment shows promise for Desmoid tumor patients

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Medical News: Desmoid tumors, also known as aggressive fibromatosis, are a rare type of growth that occurs in connective tissues. These tumors are notorious for their ability to infiltrate surrounding tissues and their high recurrence rates. While they don't metastasize like other cancers, their aggressive nature can cause significant problems, including chronic pain, functional impairments, a...

New immune protein UBXN3B identified as playing a key role in B cell development and immunity

Nikhil Prasad Jul 23, 2024 5 months ago

Immunology Updates: Researchers from the University of Connecticut-USA, Yale University-USA, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine-China, and Tsinghua University-China have made a significant discovery about a protein called UBXN3B. This protein plays a crucial role in the development of B cells, a type of white blood cell essential for the adaptive immune system. This Immunology Upda...