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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: Understanding the Link Between Long COVID and Brain Inflammation
Long COVID has been a persistent mystery, leaving millions struggling with symptoms long after their initial infection has cleared. Among the most concerning issues are neurological problems such as brain fog, mood swings, and dizziness. Researchers from the University of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates and the Ore...
Medical News: A new study has revealed critical factors that increase the risk of severe illness, intensive care unit (ICU) admission, and death among COVID-19 patients. The research, conducted by Turkish experts from Dr. Yaşar Eryılmaz Doğubeyazıt State Hospital, Selcuk University, Iğdır Dr. Nevruz Erez State Hospital, and Selcuk University’s Department of Medical Microbiology and Biostatis...
Medical News: Scientists Explore How a Natural Peptide Might Help in the Fight Against COVID-19
A team of international researchers has uncovered new insights into how a natural compound called vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) may play a role in reducing the ability of the SARS-CoV-2 virus to infect human cells. The study was conducted by scientists from the University Medical Center Freiburg ...
Medical News: Scientists have discovered new insights into how COVID-19 may affect the brain long after recovery. Researchers from the University of British Columbia-Canada and affiliated institutions used an advanced imaging method called diffusion MRI (dMRI) to compare brain structures in people who had recovered from COVID-19 with those who had never been infected. Their findings provide import...
Medical News: Acute lung injury (ALI) and its more severe form, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), are life-threatening conditions that occur when the lungs become severely inflamed and filled with fluid. These conditions often arise from infections, trauma, or exposure to harmful substances and lead to difficulty in breathing and inadequate oxygen supply to vital organs. Despite advances...
Medical News: As the crisp autumn breeze sweeps across Australia in mid-March 2025, health experts are observing a subtle but noticeable increase in COVID-19 cases nationwide. Recent data shared on social media platforms indicates that the risk of encountering someone currently infectious with the virus has risen to 0.4%, or about 1 in 239 people.
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Medical News: The global COVID-19 pandemic has primarily been associated with severe respiratory complications, but researchers have been uncovering more evidence that the virus affects multiple organs, including the liver. A groundbreaking new study provides fresh insights into how COVID-19 alters liver function at a cellular level, potentially leading to long-term complications. Conducted by a t...
Medical News: A New Perspective on COVID-19 and Autoimmune Reactions
Researchers from the University of São Paulo, Brazil, have unveiled significant findings on how SARS-CoV-2-induced IgG autoantibodies may be targeting various immune cells and proteins in different tissues and organs. The study sheds light on the potential role of these antibodies in driving autoimmune responses in COVID-...
Medical News: Scientists Discover a New Threat from SARS-CoV-2
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have unveiled a previously unknown ability of the SARS-CoV-2 virus - the ability to encode circular RNAs (circRNAs) that can harm endothelial and heart cells. This shocking revelation raises new concerns about the long-term cardiovascular effects of COVID-19. Scientists from South China Universit...
Medical News: Alarming Discovery in Long COVID Patients
A groundbreaking new study conducted by researchers from The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School and The University of Michigan Medical School-USA has revealed that many Long COVID sufferers are experiencing neuropathy due to the presence of anti-ganglioside autoantibodies. The study, which analyzed nearly a thousand patients, ...
Medical News: A new study has uncovered how COVID-19 can directly harm the nervous system, shedding light on why some patients experience persistent neurological symptoms. Researchers from The University of Hong Kong and Western University of Health Sciences in the United States have found that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can infect sensory nerve cells, triggering a destructive process known as axonal de...
Medical News: Since the emergence of SARS-CoV-2, scientists have been striving to understand what makes this virus so effective at infecting humans. A recent study led by researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch and Emory University has now shed light on a crucial aspect of the virus: the furin cleavage site. This small region in the spike protein of the virus plays a major role in ...
Medical News: A Shocking Resurgence
In a development that has stunned virologists and public health experts worldwide, the BA.3 variant of SARS-CoV-2 - a once-diminished member of the Omicron family - has re-emerged in South Africa, now boasting an astonishing 57 mutations in its spike protein alone, alongside 120 nucleotide substitutions compared to the original Wuhan strain. First identified du...
Medical News: Understanding the Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on Brain Cells
The SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, has been extensively studied for its effects on lung tissues and systemic inflammation. However, recent research sheds light on its impact on the brain, specifically glioblastoma cells. A team of scientists from the Biology Department, School of Sciences and Humanities ...
Medical News: New Study Reveals Increased Risk of High Blood Pressure in COVID Survivors
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, and Stony Brook University in USA has revealed that individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 may face an increased risk of developing high blood pressure up to three years after infection.
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Medical News: An Investigative Report Uncovering Potential Suppression of Critical Research
The global scientific community has been relentless in its pursuit to understand the myriad effects of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Among various studies, significant attention was directed towards how the virus impacts the thymus - a central organ in the human immune system responsible f...
Medical News: A Revolutionary Approach to Antiviral Therapy
In the ever-evolving field of virology, scientists are constantly searching for new and innovative ways to combat viral infections. A recent Russian study has introduced a promising avenue for antiviral therapy - defective interfering particles (DIPs). These naturally occurring viral mutants have shown significant potential in suppressin...
Medical News: A New Study Uncovers a Possible Protective Factor Against COVID-19
A recent study conducted by researchers from the IRCCS Istituto Auxologico Italiano, Università del Piemonte Orientale, and AOU Maggiore della Carità in Novara, Italy, has revealed a potential link between serum monolaurin levels and a reduced risk of contracting COVID-19. The study, which followed a la...
Medical News: Scientists Discover How SARS-CoV-2 Spike Variations Help It Evade Complete Neutralization
A team of researchers from the CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology, the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, Mynvax Pvt. Ltd, BRIC-Translational Health Science & Technology Institute, CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, and Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam have mad...
Medical News: Acquired Hemophilia A (AHA) that was once a rare autoimmune disorder, is characterized by the development of autoantibodies that inhibit coagulation factor VIII (FVIII), which is essential for blood clotting. Unlike congenital hemophilia, which is inherited, AHA occurs spontaneously, often in individuals with no prior history of bleeding disorders. The condition is more common in the...
Medical News: Scientists Discover Promising Drug Candidates for Fighting Multiple Viral Infections
A team of international researchers has identified a new class of chemical compounds known as diphenylureas that demonstrate antiviral activity against multiple dangerous viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, dengue virus, influenza, herpes, and adenovirus. This groundbreaking discovery could lead to the de...
Medical News: A new study conducted by researchers from the Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute in Warsaw, Poland, has found that COVID-19 pneumonia can negatively impact heart function, even in patients without preexisting heart disease. The findings highlight how the virus affects cardiovascular hemodynamics, which refers to how blood flows through the heart and blood vess...
Medical News: Understanding Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy
Acute necrotizing encephalopathy (ANE) is a rare and severe brain disorder that often affects children but can sometimes appear in adults. It is usually triggered by viral infections, leading to an extreme immune response that damages brain cells. The condition progresses rapidly, often leading to life-threatening complications if not t...
Medical News: Doctors and Pharmacists in Thailand Make a Breakthrough in Antiviral Research
A team of researchers from multiple institutions in Thailand has developed innovative oral and nasal antiviral formulations that show strong potential in combating SARS-CoV-2 and influenza viruses. The study, conducted by researchers from Silpakorn University, Burapha University, Mahidol University, and the...
Medical News: Unraveling the Complexities of Long COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Researchers worldwide have been investigating the lingering effects of COVID-19, particularly Long COVID, a condition characterized by persistent symptoms such as fatigue, depression, and cognitive impairment. A recent study by scientists from the University of Kufa, University of Al-Ameed, and Al-Muthanna Univer...
Medical News: A New Perspective on COVID 19 and Immune System Responses
Researchers from multiple institutions have uncovered a surprising possibility about how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, interacts with the human immune system. Their study suggests that the virus may have allergen-like properties that allow it to evade immune defenses, leading to chronic infections. Scientists fr...
Medical News: COVID-19’s Lingering Effects on the Ears
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors and researchers have continually uncovered a wide range of symptoms and lingering aftereffects associated with the virus. While fever, cough, and fatigue have been the most commonly reported symptoms, an increasing number of people are now reporting ear-related issues long after recoveri...
Medical News: Researchers Investigate the Potential Risks of Molnupiravir Metabolite
A new scientific study has uncovered concerning evidence about a metabolite of the COVID-19 antiviral drug molnupiravir, suggesting that it may induce oxidative stress and cause damage to DNA. Researchers from Mie University Graduate School of Medicine and Suzuka University of Medical Science in Japan have conduc...
Medical News: A Startling Discovery in COVID-19 Treatment and the Long-term Adverse Effects
A groundbreaking study from Malaysia has shed light on alarming health risks associated with monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) used for COVID-19 treatment. Conducted by researchers from the School of Medicine, IMU University in Kuala Lumpur, this systematic review and meta-analysis found that several widely use...
Medical News: A recent medical case has drawn attention to the severe neurological complications that can arise when systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients contract toxoplasmosis, especially when immunosuppressive treatments and concurrent infections are involved. Researchers from the First People’s Hospital of Yunnan Province and the Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science...
Medical News: Surge in Respiratory Infections Strains Healthcare System
Hungary is witnessing a significant rise in hospitalizations due to respiratory infections, with severe cases of influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) on the rise. According to the latest data from the National Centre for Public Health and Pharmacy (NNGYK), the number of patients seeking medical attention...
Medical News: Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 Beyond the Lungs
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers worldwide have been working to uncover the mechanisms by which the SARS-CoV-2 virus causes both immediate and long-term health complications. While it is widely understood that COVID-19 primarily affects the lungs, emerging evidence suggests that the virus also causes severe d...
Medical News: A recent study has highlighted potential neurodevelopmental risks in infants born during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research explored how pandemic-related factors may have affected the development of newborns. Their findings raise concerns about cognitive, social, and motor skill development among these infants, emphasizing the need for further investigation and long-term monitoring....
Medical News: Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on Sleep Patterns
A new study conducted by researchers from the Sleep-Wake Epilepsy Center at the Department of Neurology in Inselspital University Hospital Bern, Switzerland, and the Neurology and Neurorehabilitation Center at Luzerner Kantonsspital, Switzerland, has found that many individuals suffering from post-COVID-19 syndrome experience se...
Medical News: Since the emergence of COVID-19, scientists worldwide have been studying ways to limit the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. One major challenge has been controlling the airborne transmission of the virus, which occurs when infected individuals exhale tiny virus-laden aerosols that remain suspended in the air. A recent study conducted by researchers from the Changchun Veterinary Resear...
Medical News: Recent research is shedding light on a concerning health issue related to COVID-19 infections. Scientists from the Institute of Laboratory Animal Sciences at CAMS and the Comparative Medicine Center at PUMC in Beijing, China, have found strong evidence that SARS-CoV-2 infection may increase the risk of osteoporosis. The study highlights how the virus affects bone health, leading to s...
Medical News: COVID-19 has been associated with numerous complications, including the deterioration of muscle mass and function, a condition known as sarcopenia. In high-risk patients, the impact of the virus on muscle health can be severe, leading to long-term consequences. A recent clinical study conducted by researchers from Ilam University of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Scie...
Medical News: A Promising Treatment for a High-Risk Group
A new study has found that ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA), a drug commonly used to treat chronic liver diseases, may help reduce the severity of COVID-19 infections in patients with liver conditions. Researchers from Fudan University in Shanghai, China, conducted the study to explore whether UDCA could offer a protective effect against SARS-C...
Medical News: A Closer Look at Heart Health After Mild COVID-19
A new study has uncovered an alarming link between mild cases of COVID-19 and hidden heart abnormalities, shedding light on potential long-term cardiac effects of the virus. Researchers from the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell-USA, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania-USA, and the Northwell Cardiovascular Ins...
Medical News: A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in the United States has shed new light on how long COVID affects brain function. The study specifically focused on the impact of prolonged inflammation caused by two key cytokines, tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6), on neural activity. These inflammatory molec...
Medical News: Scientists Uncover New Risks of SARS-CoV-2 on Blood and Immunity
Researchers from Seoul National University, the National Institutes of Health in the United States, and the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science have uncovered alarming effects of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant on hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs). Their study reveals that the virus disrupts b...
Medical News: The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 in late 2019 underscored the profound impact zoonotic coronaviruses can have on global health. While bats have been implicated as reservoirs for several coronaviruses, recent studies suggest that other animal coronaviruses, such as Porcine Deltacoronavirus (PDCoV), possess the potential for cross-species transmission, including to humans. This raises conce...
Medical News: Promising Natural Approach to COVID-19 Inflammation Management
A new study has highlighted the potential of boswellic acids in reducing inflammation in patients with moderate COVID-19. The study investigated how a specific formulation of boswellic acids, known as Inflawell syrup, influences inflammatory markers in the body. The findings suggest that the compound can significantly re...
Medical News: Scientists uncover how SARS-CoV-2 damages blood vessels
A team of researchers from Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Naval Medical University, Tongji Medical College, Nankai University, and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences has made a groundbreaking discovery about how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, damages blood vessels. Their study reveals that the viru...
Medical News: A Deep Dive into the Viral Machinery
Scientists from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), NIH, USA, and the University of Rochester, USA, have uncovered crucial insights into how SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, manipulates the host cell’s secretory pathways. The study focused on two key viral proteins, E and 3a, and their roles in viral assembly, infecti...
Medical News: For years, the effectiveness of vaccines has been measured primarily by the levels of antibodies they generate. The prevailing belief has been that the higher the antibody levels, the greater the protection against infections like COVID-19. However, a new study challenges this long-held assumption, revealing that the way antibodies function is just as important - if not more - than h...
Medical News: Declining Cases of Flu and COVID-19
Over the past few weeks, respiratory virus activity in the United Kingdom has shown a significant shift. The number of flu and COVID-19 cases is steadily decreasing across most indicators, signaling a potential relief from these common seasonal infections. According to the latest surveillance data, influenza positivity rates have declined slightly ...
Medical News: Platypnoea-orthodeoxia syndrome (POS) is a rare medical condition where individuals experience difficulty breathing (dyspnea) and low oxygen levels (hypoxia) when in an upright or sitting position. The condition improves when the affected person lies down. POS is typically linked to heart diseases, such as a patent foramen ovale (PFO), which allows blood to bypass normal circulation ...
Medical News: Understanding the Connection Between COVID-19 and Autoantibodies in Children
A recent study has found an important link between SARS-CoV-2 infection and the presence of anti-apolipoprotein A-1 (AAA1) antibodies in children. This discovery is significant as it helps to understand how the immune system of children responds to the virus and whether it plays a role in prolonged symptoms...
Medical News: A Closer Look at How COVID-19 Immunity May Impact Heart Health
Recent research conducted by a team of scientists from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China, and the Affiliated Hospital of Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang, China has revealed a possible link between SARS-CoV-2 antibody positivity and an increased risk of ...
Medical News: Understanding the Role of Presepsin in Viral Reactivation
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University Hospital Regensburg in Germany has revealed a significant link between elevated serum presepsin levels and the reactivation of herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) in patients suffering from severe COVID-19. The findings suggest that presepsin, a biomarker typically associ...
Medical News: Researchers from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research in Australia have uncovered new insights into how severe COVID-19 develops in some patients. Their findings indicate that a protein called interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β) plays a major role in driving the disease's severity. Interestingly, they found that this process happens independently of certain well-kn...
Medical News: New Study Reveals Lasting Changes in Essential Metals Among Recovered Patients
As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, attention is increasingly turning to the long-term health effects experienced by those who have recovered from the virus. A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced...
Medical News: The Role of Gut Bacteria in SARS-CoV-2 Infection
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of California San Diego-USA, the University of Copenhagen-Denmark, and several other institutions has revealed a surprising link between gut bacteria and the infectivity of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. The study suggests that certain gut bacteria ca...
Medical News: Scientists Uncover Potential Mechanism Behind Long COVID
A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Leipzig Medical Centre, Helios Clinics in Germany, and Comillas University in Spain suggests that disruptions in cholinergic neurotransmission may be responsible for some of the symptoms seen in long COVID patients. The research highlights the role of nicotinic acety...
