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Coronavirus News is a section dedicated to the new coronavirus that is causing an epidemic in China and fast spreading globally. The strain of coronavirus called Covid-19 or also commonly called the Wuhan coronavirus is genetically more potent and faster spreading than the SARS coronavirus. Currently teams are working to develop a new vaccine for this new coronavirus while other teams are trying t...
Medical News: Researchers Explore Natural Remedies for Viral Infections
A new study conducted by scientists from Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg in Germany and Iprona Lana SpA in Italy has revealed promising antiviral properties in two natural substances: European black elderberry fruit extract and quinine. Their findings suggest that combining these two compounds could offe...
Medical News: Understanding the Impact of COVID19 on Female Fertility
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected millions worldwide, raising concerns about its impact on various aspects of health, including reproductive health. While much attention has been given to respiratory and cardiovascular complications, researchers are now investigating how the virus influences fertility, particularly in women. A...
Thailand Doctors’ New Shocking Study Reveals Alarming Mortality Trends
A groundbreaking study has uncovered a staggering number of excess deaths in Thailand during the COVID-19 pandemic and the post-pandemic periods. Researchers found that approximately 112,880 additional deaths occurred between January 2020 and December 2023, far surpassing what was expected based on historical mortality t...
Medical News: Shedding Light on a Lingering Mystery
Long COVID has emerged as a complex and perplexing condition, affecting millions worldwide. One of its persistent and troubling symptoms is orthostatic intolerance, a condition in which individuals experience dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and other symptoms upon standing. Scientists at the Medical University of Vienna in Austria have now identifie...
Medical News: A team of researchers from Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China has conducted a comprehensive study to determine the impact of commonly used blood pressure medications - angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) - on COVID-19 patients. Their findings provide crucial insights into whether th...
Medical News: A recent study has raised alarm over the increasing prevalence of hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae (hvKp) strains in COVID-19 patients suffering from bacterial co-infections. Conducted by researchers from The First Clinical Medical College of Shanxi Medical University, the Academy of Medical Sciences at Shanxi Medical University, and the National Health Commission of China Key Lab...
Medical News: As the world continues to grapple with the long-term consequences of COVID-19, emerging research sheds light on an alarming trend among individuals who have recovered from the virus. A new study conducted by researchers from the Department of Critical Care Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Egypt, has found that post-COVID individuals who experience persistent sho...
Medical News: Researchers Warn of Rising Drug Resistance Mutations in COVID 19 Treatment
A new study has raised concerns about emerging drug resistance mutations in patients treated with ensitrelvir, an antiviral drug used to combat COVID-19. Researchers from Kansai Medical University General Medical Center in Osaka and Hokkaido University in Sapporo have identified significant genetic changes in...
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected people worldwide in many ways beyond its well-known respiratory complications. New research has highlighted a troubling connection between the virus and various oral health issues. A comprehensive study conducted by researchers from the University of Naples Federico II, Italy, and Sechenov University, Russia, has examined the impact of COVID-19 on o...
Medical News: Understanding the Connection Between Viruses and Lung Damage
Respiratory viruses have long been known to cause severe infections affecting millions of people globally. Beyond the immediate dangers of viral infections, scientists are increasingly focusing on the long-term impact these viruses have on lung health. One of the most concerning outcomes is pulmonary fibrosis, a condition ...
Medical News: A Revolutionary Air Purification Technology to Combat Airborne Viruses
As airborne viruses continue to pose serious health threats, a groundbreaking new technology is emerging as a powerful tool in the fight against these pathogens. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)-USA have unveiled an innovative air purification method known as Advanced Photohydrolysis...
Medical News: A New Discovery in Long COVID Research
A new study conducted by researchers from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine-USA and the Medical College of Wisconsin-USA has uncovered an important link between long COVID and reduced blood flow in the eyes. This Medical News report focuses on a condition known as Neuro-PASC, a neurological subset of long COVID, and how ...
Medical News: Scientists Uncover a New Health Threat From COVID-19
A groundbreaking European study has raised serious concerns about the long-term health effects of COVID-19, revealing that SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins are genotoxic, meaning they can cause damage to human DNA. The study, conducted by researchers from Başkent University in Türkiye, the Medical University of Bialystok in Poland,...
Medical News: A recent study has uncovered significant insights into the impact of alcohol consumption on vascular health and arterial stiffness in adults suffering from persistent COVID. Researchers from the Primary Care Research Unit of Salamanca (APISAL)-Spain, the Institute of Biomedical Research of Salamanca (IBSAL)-Spain, the University of Salamanca-Spain, the Research Network on Chronicity,...
Medical News: Scientists Unveil a New Natural Defense Against SARS-CoV-2
A team of researchers from the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, along with scientists from Peking University and Suzhou Institute of Systems Medicine, have discovered a promising new defense mechanism against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Their study highlights the role ...
Medical News: Scientists uncover links between COVID-19 and rheumatoid arthritis
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Wisconsin Madison and the William S Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital has shed light on the potential connection between COVID-19 and rheumatoid arthritis. The findings suggest that some individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 may develop rheumatoid...
Medical News: A recent study has shed light on the effects of prenatal SARS-CoV-2 infection on human milk and its extracellular vesicles (HMEVs). These vesicles are tiny particles present in breast milk that play a crucial role in infant development and immune protection. Researchers from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine-USA, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center-USA, t...
Medical News: Ancient Herb May Offer New Hope Against Viral Diseases
A team of researchers from Henan Agriculture University, Henan Institute of Science and Technology, Lancaster University, and Peking University has discovered that Platycodon grandiflorus, a herb used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), may have potent antiviral and immune-enhancing properties. The study explore...
Medical News: Recent research has revealed that some individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 continue to experience persistent symptoms long after the initial infection. Scientists have identified one major factor that may explain why certain people develop Long COVID while others do not: the role of Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) in the immune system’s response to SARS-CoV-2, the virus ...
Medical News: Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists and healthcare professionals have observed a concerning trend: many patients experience neurological symptoms, including memory loss, brain fog, headaches, and even severe conditions like strokes and encephalopathy. A new study has now provided crucial insights into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus infiltrates the human brain and the devas...
Medical News: Understanding the Role of Defective Viral Genomes in Coronavirus Infections
Scientists from the Graduate Institute of Veterinary Pathobiology at National Chung Hsing University in Taiwan, along with researchers from the Department of Veterinary Medicine at National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, have conducted a groundbreaking study on how defective viral genomes (DVG...
Medical News: A new study by researchers from Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Naval Medical University, Tongji Medical College at Huazhong University of Science & Technology, Nankai University, and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences has uncovered a troubling mechanism by which SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, weakens the body's natural defense systems and causes...
Medical News: Scientists Discover That H5N1 Can Travel by Winds, Raising New Concerns
In a startling revelation, scientists from the State Veterinary Institute Prague in the Czech Republic have confirmed that the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus can spread through the air over several kilometers. This breakthrough challenges long-held assumptions about how the virus is transmitted and...
Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from the Research Center of Neurology in Moscow, Russia, and the Sklifosovsky Research Institute for Emergency Medicine, Moscow, Russia, has revealed that COVID-19 can cause significant changes in the brain, both during the acute phase of infection and long after recovery. Scientists have been investigating the long-term effects of the virus, part...
UK Medical News: In recent weeks, the United Kingdom has witnessed a shift in respiratory virus trends. While cases of COVID-19 and seasonal flu have either stabilized or declined, human metapneumovirus (HMPV) and adenovirus infections are gradually rising. The latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) suggests a shift in the dominant respiratory viruses circulating within the communi...
Medical News: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, clinicians worldwide have witnessed a spectrum of immune-mediated conditions triggered by both the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection and the vaccines designed to combat it. One such emerging phenomenon is the development of dermatomyositis that is positive for anti-melanoma differentiation-associated gene 5 (M...
U.S. Medical News: Flu Cases Surge Across Tennessee
Tennessee is facing a severe flu season, with the state recording a significant number of influenza-like illness (ILI) cases in recent weeks. According to the latest report from the Tennessee Department of Health, a child has succumbed to the flu, marking the first pediatric flu-related death of 2025. The tragic incident was confirmed during the...
Medical News: A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania-USA, Johns Hopkins University-USA, and Georgetown University-USA has revealed alarming insights into how COVID-19 affects kidney health. The study provides evidence that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, can directly infect kidney ce...
Medical News: Scientists Reveal a Surprising Link Between Lung Damage and Brain Health
A groundbreaking study has uncovered how acute lung injury (ALI) can lead to brain damage, particularly affecting the protective sheath around nerve fibers. Researchers from Chiba University in Japan, Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China, Zhengzhou University in China, and Qingdao University i...
U.S. Medical News: North Carolina Faces a Devastating Surge in Respiratory Infections
North Carolina is grappling with a severe outbreak of respiratory illnesses, leading to an alarming number of deaths and an overwhelming increase in hospitalizations. According to new data from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), 58 people have lost their lives due to flu-related ...
Medical News: A New Threat: The Virus Adapts to Cooler Conditions
As the world continues to monitor the evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, new research has revealed a concerning development. Scientists have discovered that the virus is undergoing mutations that allow it to replicate more efficiently at the cooler temperatures found in the human upper respiratory tract.
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Medical News: The Hidden Impact of COVID-19 on Young Adults
A new study has shed light on the long-term mental health consequences of COVID-19, particularly among young adults who experienced mild to moderate infections. Conducted by researchers from Charles University in the Czech Republic, the study explores how the severity of COVID-19, the time since recovery, and biological sex influence psy...
Medical News: A new study suggests that anti-HLA antibodies, known for their role in transplant rejection, may actually be a subset of polyreactive immunoglobulins generated after viral superinfection. Researchers from Frontage Laboratory in Exton, Pennsylvania-USA, and Generation Biotech in Princeton, New Jersey-USA, explored this connection, aiming to uncover how these antibodies develop in the ...
Medical News: Understanding the Threat of Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections have been increasingly recognized as a major health concern, particularly in developed countries such as the United States. Unlike Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis (TB), NTM is commonly found in natural environments like soil, water, and food. While most people a...
Medical News: The Role of VEGF A in Two Deadly Viral Infections
A recent study by researchers from the University of Pretoria in South Africa has shed light on the role of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A (VEGF-A) in the development and progression of both HIV and SARS-CoV-2 infections. VEGF-A is a protein responsible for forming new blood vessels and regulating vascular health, but its funct...
Medical News: Retinal vascular occlusion is an eye condition that can lead to serious vision problems. It occurs when blood flow is blocked in the arteries or veins of the retina, the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. In recent years, medical researchers have been investigating a possible link between COVID-19 and an increased risk of this condition. The latest study from the 2nd Depar...
Medical News: Understanding the Connection Between Obesity and COVID 19 Severity
A recent study conducted by researchers from the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná and the Universidade Federal do Paraná in Brazil has revealed new insights into why obesity significantly increases the risk of severe COVID-19. The research focused on the activation of the NLRP3 i...
Medical News: New Study Identifies a Key Indicator of Survival in Elderly COVID-19 Patients
A new study has revealed that elderly patients suffering from severe COVID-19 pneumonia may face a higher long-term risk of death if they have elevated pulmonary artery pressure at the time of hospital admission. Researchers from General Hospital Celje and the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia conducted ...
Medical News: Understanding the Role of REST in Virus Infections
Viruses have long been a subject of fascination and concern due to their ability to infect and manipulate host cells. One such molecular player in the complex interaction between viruses and their hosts is the Repressor Element-1 Silencing Transcription Factor (REST), also known as Neuron-Restrictive Silencer Factor (NRSF). This tra...
Medical News: Scientists Identify Key Metabolite Linked to Severe COVID-19
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Louisville has identified a crucial metabolite, indoxyl sulfate, that plays a significant role in the immune response of COVID-19 patients. The findings reveal that this compound is not only elevated in severely ill patients but also impacts immune cell function,...
Medical News: New Findings on How SARS CoV 2 Infects the Intestinal Tract
A new study has uncovered critical insights into how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, infects intestinal cells and compromises gut integrity. Researchers from Aix-Marseille University, Institut de Recherche Pour le Développement (IRD), Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Marseille (APHM), and the Cent...
Medical News: Scientists from the Armand-Frappier Sante Biotechnologie Research Center at the Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique in Laval, Quebec, Canada, have conducted a groundbreaking study on how the immune system responds to COVID-19. Using advanced single-cell transcriptomics, they analyzed bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) from COVID-19 patients at different severity levels an...
Medical News: Scientists have long been concerned about how well people with diabetes respond to vaccines. A new study by researchers from the University of Oxford-UK, the Medical University of Graz-Austria, and the University of Bayreuth, Bayreuth-Germany, explores how individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes respond to COVID-19 vaccines. Their findings reveal differences in immune system reac...
Medical News: A New Contender in the Ever-Evolving SARS-CoV-2 Landscape
The continuous evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 virus remains a significant challenge for global health experts, as emerging variants introduce new concerns regarding transmissibility, immune evasion, and potential resistance to current vaccines and treatments. Among the latest contenders vying for dominance is the LP.8.1 variant,...
Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Otago in New Zealand has unveiled concerning evidence that COVID-19 may have lasting effects on the brain function of young adults. The study focused on undergraduate students who had recovered from the virus, revealing subtle yet significant changes in their cognitive abilities and brain activity patterns. These findings r...
Medical News: Introduction to a New Treatment Approach
Millions of people worldwide are struggling with long-term symptoms after recovering from COVID-19, a condition often referred to as Long COVID. Many of these individuals experience a set of symptoms that closely resemble those of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), a complex and disabling illness that affects the ner...
Medical News: A Natural Probiotic with Promising Benefits
Researchers from Blis Technologies Ltd in New Zealand have been studying a unique probiotic known as Streptococcus salivarius BLIS K12. This naturally occurring bacterium, found in the human mouth, has been recognized for its ability to inhibit harmful bacteria. Now, scientists are exploring its potential to help prevent viral infections, ...
Medical News: Common Nasal Sprays May Interfere with COVID 19 PCR Tests
A new study has raised concerns over the potential impact of over-the-counter carrageenan-based nasal sprays on the accuracy of PCR tests used to detect COVID-19. The research, conducted by Australian scientists and doctors from Northern Clinical Diagnostics and Thrombovascular Research Centre at Northern Health, Melbourne, i...
Medical News: Researchers from the Virology Section of the Microbiology Laboratory Services at the Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias in Spain, along with experts from Biochemical Research A.E.I.E. in Asturias and the Valsé Pantellini Foundation, have found that Potassium Ribosate may have the ability to interfere with the replication of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Their study suggests th...
Medical News: Viruses are a major threat to human health, with many capable of causing severe illnesses. Diseases like COVID-19, influenza, hepatitis B, and even HIV all stem from viral infections that exploit the human body's cells for replication. However, our bodies are not defenseless. Scientists from several prestigious institutions, including the National Institute of Pathogen Biology at...
Medical News: In the first few years since SARS-CoV-2 made its debut, the world was misled by ‘garbage’ researchers who claimed that the virus does not affect the reproductive system of females and that only the fertility and sexual functions of males were being affected. However new emerging studies and data are alarmingly indicating that a lot of young women are becoming infertile du...
Medical News: Perusing through thousands of various SARS-CoV-2 sequences taken from samples of COVID-19 positive individuals, researchers and variant hunters have discovered a new SARS-CoV-2 variant with a degree of saltation and a number of mutations on it.
Variant Hunters Discover New SARS-CoV-2 Variant with Minor Saltation and a Number of Interesting
Mutations Including S:Q493E
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Medical News: The global COVID-19 pandemic has spurred extensive research into the wide-ranging effects of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the disease. While the respiratory manifestations of COVID-19 are well known, increasing attention is being directed toward its neurological complications. Some emerging hypotheses suggest that the intense inflammatory response and neurotropic characteris...
Medical News: The Lingering Impact of COVID-19 on the Lungs
A groundbreaking new study has shed light on a significant long-term consequence of COVID-19 pneumonia: nearly half of all patients who were hospitalized due to severe COVID-related pneumonia develop signs of lung fibrosis within six months after recovery. This discovery raises concerns about the lasting respiratory complications of the ...
Medical News: Long-Term Impact of COVID-19 on the Immune System
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Brighton and Brighton and Sussex Medical School has revealed that COVID-19 can leave long-lasting effects on the immune system, particularly by altering the function of monocytes - key cells responsible for responding to infections. This means that even months after recoveri...
