The thymosin alpha 1 (Tα1) peptide is a naturally occurring peptide largely formed from the thymus gland. It has been hypothesized to play a significant role in the control of immunological responses.

The five amino acids that make up Ipamorelin form a synthetic pentapeptide. Animal model research has suggested that the peptide’s influence may induce an increase muscle cell growth, fat cell reduction, and increased bone density in the murine mod

Ever thought how Covid 19 could have an impact on the lives of Dementia patients? Today’s Health Capsule is dedicated to the topic on Dementia and how Covid 19 could have an impact on Dementia patients. Addressing the topic, Consultant Neurologist

Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder in which blood does not clot properly. This can lead to spontaneous bleeding and bleeding following injuries or surgery.

Dr. Colin Philipps Diong, Senior Consultant Hematologist at the Parkway Cancer Center Singapore, together with Dr. Ang Peng Tiam, Consultant Medical Oncologist describe CAR T-Cell as a revolutionary therapy in the field of hemo-oncology.

An ingredient in erectile dysfunction medication may help treat oesophageal cancer, a study has found.

World Asthma Day (WAD) is held annually, in the month of May to raise awareness of asthma. The WAD campaign is organized each year by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA), a World Health Organization collaborative entity founded in 1993. World Ast

A common virus that usually causes cold-like symptoms has killed more than 100,000 children under five globally in 2019, research has found.

Seasonal influenza is back and many cases are now being reported from around the country. Medical experts advise the public to take caution and to seek medical attention if they have any symptoms including fever, cough or cold.

A person’s immune system is supposed to protect them from infections and fight against infectious agents and other agents that cause diseases.

A hospital in Bristol is believed to be the first in the world to implant the smallest device into a brain to reverse the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are said to be the leading cause of premature deaths in Sri Lanka. Diabetes, cardiovascular, cancer and chronic respiratory diseases, are identified as the main NCDs.

As the WHO states asthma is a major non-communicable disease characterised by recurrent attacks of breathlessness and wheezing. It often starts in childhood, but attacks all age groups. Severity and frequency vary from person to person. Symptoms may

A university PhD student has invented ‘smart socks’ which sense when people with dementia and autism are in distress.

Recent studies published in Springer Link journal and medical journal Lancet in March 2022 focussed on people who have had COVID-19 infection in Germany and the USA,

Infants are very vulnerable to infections. Some of these infections can lead to serious complications and may even result in death. Immunization also known as vaccination is the best way to protect children from these diseases. In addition, the proce

Hay fever, also known as seasonal allergies, is a condition where a child gets cold like symptoms, which only appear during certain months of the year.

Doctors and paramedics have told the BBC that long waits for ambulances across the UK are having a “dangerous impact” on patient safety.

SARS-CoV-2 strain of the coronavirus was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan City, China. As all viruses, mutations have emerged with the virus and five new variants are identified to date including Delta and Omicron variants. Delta variant is associat

Zika virus was first isolated over 70 years ago from a rhesus monkey in the Zika forest of Uganda (hence the name!) and in 1952,

Deprived of access to essential items and basic necessities such as gas, fuel and milk powder, Sri Lanka’s public has been greatly inconvenienced over the past few months due to the prevailing economic and political crisis.

Children as young as 8 years old should be screened for anxiety and those ages 12 and over for depression, according to new recommendations by the government-backed U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). The guidance for healthcare providers,

The liver is an important organ that handles a variety of functions. It is also the largest organ inside the human body.

“A genuine smile comes from the heart, but a healthy smile comes from a place that is free of microbial growth and cavities”

The frontiers of organ transplantation have been pushed further than ever before.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease that has been detected even in Egyptian mummies, but has not been eradicated yet. Speaking to Daily Mirror, Dr. Ravini Karunatillake, President of the Sri Lanka College of Pulmonologists mentioned that Sri Lanka is comm

Sri Lanka commenced vaccinating children above 12 years of age since January and as per the observations made by paediatricians no complications have been reported so far. “It’s best to advice children to get themselves vaccinated,” said Dr. De

Sepsis is an exaggerated response by the human body to an infection that results in multi system involvement and damage. It is a life-threatening medical emergency. Under normal circumstances,

People who have been bedridden for seven days or more with COVID-19 are at increased risk of anxiety and depression, an international study found. Researchers analysed data from Denmark,

Sleep is something we all need yet lack due to our busy lifestyles, but did you know sleep is more than just giving our body some rest? At a recent media briefing Dr Chandimani Undugodage,