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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.

Neural Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise in Brain Restoration and Alzheimer’s Disease

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one of the most challenging neurodegenerative conditions worldwide, affecting millions of people, particularly the elderly. The disease leads to a gradual decline in cognitive functions, memory, and daily functioning. Researchers globally have been exploring various treatments, yet effective options remain limited, often focusing on alleviating sympt...

Washington Faces Surge in Whooping Cough Cases as Outbreak Hits 31 Counties

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

U.S. Medical News: The state of Washington is grappling with a serious outbreak of whooping cough, or pertussis, with cases now reported in 31 of its counties. As of early November, 1,193 infections have been confirmed, a staggering rise from the mere 51 cases recorded at the same time last year. https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/legacy/Documents/Pubs/348-254-PertussisUpdate.pdf Washi...

Understanding How Epstein-Barr Virus Leads to Different Types of Lymphomas

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: The Virus Behind Many Lymphomas Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is a common virus infecting more than 90% of adults worldwide, yet only a small percentage develop cancer from it. Researchers, including Ya-Fang Chiu from Chang Gung University in Taiwan, Khongpon Ponlachantra from the Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology in Thailand, and Bill Sugden from the University of Wisco...

Thailand Medical Researchers Explore Kale Extract as a Natural Pain Reliever Comparable to Ibuprofen

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Thailand Medical: Kale's Surprising Potential as a Pain Reliever In a recent clinical trial conducted by researchers from Chiang Mai University’s Faculty of Dentistry and the University of Phayao’s School of Medical Sciences to assesses the effectiveness of kale extract compared to the commonly used painkiller ibuprofen, trial findings surprisingly showed that kale extract was mor...

American Study Shockingly Discovers That Copper Fuels Kidney Cancer Progression and Spread!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Copper's Role in Advancing Kidney Cancer Offers New Insights Researchers at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center-USA have uncovered how copper, a crucial trace element, promotes the progression of clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) - the most common form of kidney cancer. While copper is essential for human life, providing energy for cellular functions and allowing us...

British Researchers Warn That Amphotericin B Found to Enhance COVID-19 Infection!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Amphotericin B Shows Unexpected Effects on COVID-19 Severity Researchers from the University of Oxford’s Centre for Human Genetics and Pandemic Sciences Institute, the University of Liverpool’s Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences, the UK Health Security Agency, the University of Bristol’s School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, and King&rs...

Canada Faces Rising Measles Cases Amid Outbreak in New Brunswick

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Measles Outbreak Sparks Concern Across Canada in 2024 Canada has seen a notable rise in measles cases this year, with 94 infections recorded nationwide as of November 7. Canada Faces Rising Measles Cases Amid Outbreak in New Brunswick This surge is more than seven times last year’s total, driven in large part by an outbreak in New Brunswick. Since the end of October, at leas...

U.S. CDC Now Reports That 7 Percent of Tested Dairy Farmworkers Were Possibly Infected with the H5N1 Virus!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently published a study revealing that approximately 7% of tested dairy farmworkers might have been infected with the H5N1 avian influenza virus. Conducted in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), the inv...

New Wood Vinegar Formula Shows Promise as a Potent Antimicrobial Agent

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: A group of Brazilian researchers from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Federal Rural University of the Semi-Arid Region, and the National Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology have developed a novel antimicrobial solution derived from eucalyptus wood and aromatic herbs. Known as wood vinegar, this unique solution has shown remarkable potential in combating mic...

Ketogenic Diets Can Cause Liver Damage and Gut Dysbiosis!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: The ketogenic diet (KD), famed for its potential benefits in weight loss and blood sugar control, has gained global popularity. While commonly used as a remedy for obesity and type 2 diabetes, some researchers now question its safety for long-term use. A new study from researchers at the Academy of National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration, Beijing, China, delves into the e...

Study Reveals Role of Extracellular Vesicles in COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Uncovering New Details on COVID-19 Using Proteomics A recent study from researchers affiliated with ISGlobal at the Hospital Clínic in Barcelona, the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute, IrsiCaixa, and other Spanish institutions sheds light on the complex interactions of COVID-19 in the human body. The focus was on circulating extracellular vesicles (EVs), tiny structure...

ORF6 Protein Inhibits Nuclear Export, Blocking Cell Defense Mechanisms in COVID-19

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: The SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, has been under intense study to understand its effects on the human immune system. Among the viral proteins, ORF6 stands out for its ability to disrupt essential cell functions. This Medical News report highlights findings from researchers at Kyoto University-Japan, revealing how ORF6 blocks the export of specific RNA types, which plays...

Oxygen Therapy Shows Promise in Addressing Cognitive Symptoms in Long COVID

Nikhil Prasad Nov 08, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Long COVID continues to baffle scientists and frustrate patients. Many individuals who had mild or moderate COVID-19 report persistent symptoms that affect their daily lives. Among these lingering issues, cognitive problems - often referred to as "brain fog" - are widely reported. This Medical News sheds light on a recent study conducted by researchers from the Montreal Hea...

COVID 19 Weakens Bones in the Elderly, Increasing Risk of Fractures

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has left a wide trail of health complications beyond the lungs. Among its lesser-known effects is the risk of increased bone fragility, particularly among elderly patients. Researchers from the Università degli Studi di Milano, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, and IRCCS Istituto Auxologico Italiano in Italy have explored the link between COVID-19 and bone health, f...

Neurotrophins' Role in COVID-19 Brain Impact and Recovery

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from the Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology in Rome and the Department of Experimental Medicine at Sapienza University, Italy, recently explored the crucial role of nerve growth factors in understanding COVID-19's lingering neurological and immune effects. They focused on two proteins, NGF (Nerve Growth Factor) and BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor), whi...

Anthocyanins Show Promise for Repairing Sun-Damaged Skin

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Thailand Health News: Researchers from Shaanxi University of Technology, including the School of Biological Science and Engineering and the Shaanxi Organic Food Engineering Center in China, are shedding new light on a natural approach to combat skin photoaging. Anthocyanins, the natural pigments found in colorful fruits, vegetables, and flowers, are emerging as a potent ally in the fight against U...

Fucoidan Extract Shows Promise for Gut Health and Inflammation Control

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Nanchang University in China have been exploring a natural compound from brown seaweed called fucoidan, which may offer new ways to support gut health and manage inflammation. This polysaccharide, rich in unique sugars, has attracted attention for its potential as a health booster. This Medical News report highlights a new study focusing on a specific type of fucoida...

HPV-Linked Benign Nasal Tumors

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: A recent study has shed light on an unusual form of nasal growths known as sinonasal exophytic papillomas (SNEP). These benign tumors, which occur in the nasal cavities, are classified into two types: focal (FSNEP), with a single localized growth, and diffuse (DSNEP), where growth is spread across multiple areas in the nasal passages. Researchers from institutions such as the Catalan...

Interferon Gamma by Activated CD4+ T Cells Shown to Inhibit COVID-19 Variants Differently

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: How T Cells Could Hold the Key to Fighting Different COVID-19 Strains Researchers from MiCAN Technologies Inc.-Japan, Osaka University’s Research Institute for Microbial Diseases-Japan, and HiLung Inc.-Japan recently uncovered a fascinating role played by a specific type of immune cell in fighting COVID-19. The study highlights how CD4+ T cells release interferon-gamma (IFN-&g...

COVID-19 Boosts Kidney Injury Risk in Type 2 Diabetes Patients

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19’s Impact on Kidneys in Type 2 Diabetes Patients COVID-19 has brought various complications, especially for people with preexisting conditions like type 2 diabetes. A recent meta-analysis conducted by researchers from institutions in Malaysia, Pakistan, and the United States examined how COVID-19 affects kidney health in individuals with type 2 diabetes. The study aime...

Genetic Clues Reveal How COVID-19 May Trigger Ischemic Stroke Risk

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 and Stroke: A Troubling Connection Researchers from Nanjing Lishui People’s Hospital, Jiangsu Province People’s Hospital, and the Affiliated Hospital of the Medical College of Nanjing University in China, have uncovered critical genetic links between severe COVID-19 cases and ischemic stroke (IS), one of the most severe types of strokes. Using advanced genetic te...

Lymphocyte Shifts in COVID-19 Linked to Severity and Outcomes

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: COVID-19 Severity and Immune System Changes Researchers from George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology, Romania, have discovered that lymphocyte (white blood cell) shifts in COVID-19 patients can indicate disease severity and predict outcomes. This Medical News report explores their findings, which shed light on how immune cells respond in severe c...

Reassorted Strain of H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Discovered in Cambodia!

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Rising Concerns Over New Strain of Avian Flu In late 2023, scientists in Cambodia uncovered a concerning development: a new strain of H5N1 avian influenza, which appears to have reassorted genes from different strains, marking a significant change in the virus. This discovery has heightened attention on avian influenza (AIV), especially since the virus has shown potential for adaptin...

Magnetic Fields Offer New Hope for Reducing Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Introduction to Inflammation and Ion Flux Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injuries and infections, but excessive inflammation can lead to severe pain and chronic conditions. Recent research by scientists from the Politecnico di Torino and Università di Torino, Italy, along with Harvard Medical School, USA, has explored the relationship between magnetic fi...

Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus for Weight Control

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Weight Loss News: Researchers at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California-Mexico have been delving into the fascinating potential of Lactobacillus rhamnosus, a beneficial bacterium that may help counter obesity. With obesity affecting a large segment of the global population, there's an increasing need for innovative ways to tackle weight gain and associated health issues like diabet...

Soy Phytochemical Genistein Shows Promise in Halting Prostate Cancer Cell Growth

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: A team of researchers from Soonchunhyang University in South Korea has unveiled intriguing findings on the potential of genistein, a phytochemical found in soybeans, in the fight against prostate cancer. This study highlights genistein's ability to halt prostate cancer cell growth, presenting a natural alternative for therapeutic interventions. Prostate cancer, which ...

Thailand Medical Experts Announce New Nuclear Medicine Guidelines for Dementia Diagnosis

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Thailand Medical: A collaboration among Thailand's leading medical experts and communities has produced new guidelines on using nuclear medicine to diagnose neurocognitive disorders like dementia. Spearheaded by the Nuclear Medicine Society of Thailand, the Neurological Society of Thailand, and the Thai Medical Physicist Society, these guidelines outline the critical role of PET and SPECT imag...

Mild to Moderate COVID-19 Can Cause Pulmonary Diffusing Capacity Issues and Shortness of Breath

Nikhil Prasad Nov 07, 2024 2 months ago

Medical News: Researchers from Israel’s Sheba Medical Center and Rabin Medical Center have conducted a study revealing that individuals recovering from mild to moderate COVID-19 can experience long-term respiratory issues. These findings challenge the belief that lasting lung problems are confined to those who suffered severe cases. For those affected by mild to moderate infections, the stud...