Thailand Medical News

Mpox Community Transmissions in Queensland, Australia Raise Alarms

Nikhil Prasad Oct 18, 2024 48 minutes ago

Medical News: Queensland Faces Unlinked Mpox Cases as Authorities Urge Vaccination The state of Queensland, Australia, is currently grappling with a concerning rise in community transmissions of Mpox, a viral disease formerly known as monkeypox. As of October 16, 2024, the Communicable Diseases Branch has reported a spike in locally acquired cases, raising alarms among health authorities. A total...

China's Largest Study of Over 68,000 Participants Unveils the Impact of Long COVID

Niikhil Prasad Oct 18, 2024 1 hour ago

Long COVID News: Researchers across several prominent Chinese institutions have conducted the most extensive survey to date on long COVID, shedding light on its prevalence, symptoms, and impact among the Chinese population. This large-scale online survey, conducted with over 74,000 participants, aimed to explore the lingering effects of COVID-19, also known as long COVID, particularly in relation ...

Singapore-Led Study Finds Papaya Leaf Extract Effective Against Coronaviruses and Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Oct 18, 2024 2 hours ago

Herbs And Phytochemicals: Papaya Leaves as a Potential Antiviral and Anti-inflammatory Agent A groundbreaking study led by researchers from the National University of Singapore has uncovered that papaya leaf extract holds significant antiviral properties, particularly against coronaviruses, and has potent anti-inflammatory effects. This revelation could open doors to alternative treatments for vi...

COVID-19’s lingering impact on biomarkers revealed in massive study

Nikhil Prasad Oct 17, 2024 14 hours ago

Medical News: COVID-19 has had a profound impact on public health, with millions of cases worldwide. While many patients recover within weeks, some continue to experience symptoms for months, known as long COVID. A groundbreaking study by researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Clalit Research Institute in Israel now sheds light on how SARS-CoV-2 infection affects common biomarkers...

SARS-CoV-2 proteins linked to brain inflammation and neurodegeneration

Nikhik Prasad Oct 17, 2024 15 hours ago

Medical News: A new study offers important insights into how proteins from the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2) could be affecting the brain. Researchers from the University Medical Center Göttingen-Germany, China Medical University, and Lund University-Sweden have found that certain viral proteins may trigger inflammation and damage to brain cells, potentially leading to neurodegenerative disease...

Another herd affected in Michigan brings total number of dairy herds infected with H5N1 across 14 states in America to 305

Nikhil Prasad Oct 17, 2024 21 hours ago

Medical News: Michigan Reports New Dairy Herd Infected by Avian Flu In a troubling development, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has confirmed another outbreak of the highly pathogenic avian flu, H5N1, in dairy cattle. This marks Michigan's 30th outbreak, with the latest case surfacing at a dairy farm in Clinton County, near Lansing. Testing at the Michigan...

Thailand Medical Study Reveals Purple Waxy Corn Tassel Extract Protects Lungs from Air Pollution-Induced Inflammation

Nikhil Prasad Oct 17, 2024 1 day ago

Thailand Medical: Lung diseases are on the rise, particularly in urban areas where pollution is becoming a more serious issue. The most harmful pollutants are tiny particles called PM2.5, which are small enough to enter deep into the lungs. When inhaled, PM2.5 can cause serious damage by promoting inflammation and oxidative stress in the lungs. This Thailand Medical News report explores new resear...

Numerous Hospitals Across Canada Declaring COVID-19 Outbreaks and Halting Admissions

Nikhil Prasad Oct 17, 2024 1 day ago

COVID-19 News: As COVID-19 continues to circulate across communities, numerous hospitals across Canada have declared outbreaks, forcing some of them to halt admissions temporarily. This concerning trend is a stark reminder that despite the world moving forward, the virus is far from gone, and healthcare facilities remain vulnerable. Stratford General Hospital , Canada (Credit: Huron Perth Hea...

New Diagnostic Markers for Mpox-Related Perianal Abscesses

Nikhil Prasad Oct 16, 2024 2 days ago

Medical-News: A Rising Health Concern Perianal abscesses (PAs) have emerged as a serious complication for patients infected with the Mpox virus. A recent study led by researchers from Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Hangzhou, China, examined the connection between serum amyloid A (SAA) levels, perianal symptoms, and the development of complicated PAs among Mpox patients. Th...

Japan on alert as H5N1 virus infects wild ducks and falcons in Hokkaido

Nikhil Prasad Oct 16, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Japan is taking serious measures to protect public health as it raises its bird flu alert to the highest level. This action comes after the dangerous strain of the H5N1 avian flu virus was found in Hokkaido Prefecture, located in northern Japan. The Environment Ministry made this announcement following the detection of the virus in two locations within the region. This Medical News r...

Surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations as new variant XEC spreads across the UK

Nikhil Prasad Oct 16, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: COVID-19 hospitalizations in the United Kingdom (UK) are rising sharply as a new variant, known as XEC, makes its way through the population. This Medical News report explores the details of this alarming trend, including the symptoms associated with this new variant and how people can protect themselves. Surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations as new variant XEC spreads across the U...

COVID-19 can cause Myasthenia Gravis in the elderly

Nikhil Prasad Oct 16, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Researchers at Nova Southeastern University in Florida-USA have recently reported a fascinating case that highlights a rare neurological complication following COVID-19 infection. This case study, published in a peer-reviewed journal, explores the onset of a neuromuscular disease in an 81-year-old man, months after he recovered from COVID-19. This Medical News report delves into the ...

Schizophrenia and the role of Adenosine

Nikhil Prasad Oct 16, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: Schizophrenia is a complex mental health disorder affecting millions worldwide. It causes a range of symptoms, including hallucinations, delusions, and cognitive challenges. These symptoms are believed to stem from imbalances in brain chemicals, particularly dopamine and glutamate. However, recent research highlights another crucial player: adenosine, a molecule involved in brain cel...

Understanding how COVID-19 affects T cells and macrophages especially in severe cases

Nikhil Prasad Oct 16, 2024 2 days ago

Medical News: A new study sheds light on how severe COVID-19 affects the immune system, with a focus on the roles of T cells and macrophages. Researchers from the State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease and the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, along with teams from the Guangzhou National Laboratory in China, investigated how immune cells react in cases of severe COVID...