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Saba Yemen
5 days ago
- Health
- Saba Yemen
Study: Reveals How Viral Infection Turns Your Joints into Source of Chronic Pain
Washington - (Saba): A recent scientific study has revealed that the mysterious mechanism by which the chikungunya virus causes chronic joint pain closely resembles autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Although most cases resolve spontaneously within one to two weeks, approximately 30-40% of patients may suffer from chronic joint pain that lasts for months or even years, with some potentially developing rheumatoid-like arthritis. Chikungunya virus is the virus that causes chikungunya disease (CHIKV), an acute infection transmitted to humans through the bites of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, the two species responsible for transmitting dengue fever. The disease is characterized by the sudden onset of symptoms, including a high fever and severe joint pain, particularly in the extremities, accompanied by a rash, muscle pain, and headache. The results of a new study, published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine, pave the way for a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between this viral infection and autoimmune diseases. The study, conducted by a team from the La Jolla Institute for Immunology, analyzed blood samples from patients exposed to chikungunya in Colombia. The researchers tracked the behavior of immune cells, particularly CD4+ helper T cells, in combating the virus. What surprised the research team was the discovery that these cells—and not CD8+ killer T cells, as expected—led the fight against the virus and persisted in the body for years after the infection cleared. The data show that 87% of patients retained these cells in their blood six years after the initial infection, while killer cells were detected in only 13% of cases. Even more striking is that these helper cells switch to a "monofunctional" pattern, essentially secreting the inflammatory molecule TNF-alpha continuously, even after the virus has been eliminated. This abnormal behavior of immune cells closely resembles what we see in autoimmune diseases, where the immune system attacks healthy body tissue. "We would normally expect to see this pattern of immune response in autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, not in viral infections," says Dr. Daniela Weisskopf, lead researcher of the study. This discovery provides a compelling scientific explanation for why many patients suffer from chronic joint pain that can persist for years after contracting the virus. These findings are particularly important in light of the widespread spread of the virus in more than 110 countries, and the similarity of its symptoms to other conditions such as "long COVID" and the long-term effects of dengue fever. They also open the door to developing more precise treatments that target these specific inflammatory pathways, and perhaps the use of TNF-alpha inhibitors, which have proven effective in some autoimmune diseases. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Doctors say THIS mineral reduces inflammation
You must have heard the word inflammation a lot in the past few years, and how it can cause a host of health issues, including weight gain, heart disease, arthiritis etc. But is there a way to curtail it? Let's find out more: What exactly is inflammation? Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury or infection. While short-term inflammation helps heal wounds and is not a cause of concern (say like a fever), however if chronic, inflammation can cause a host of health issues, as mentioned earlier. However, do you know that there is one mineral that can reduce inflammation naturally? And that mineral is magnesium . Let's take a look how... What is magnesium? Magnesium is a key mineral found in foods like nuts, seeds, leafy greens, and whole grains. Magnesium helps regulate the immune system and inflammation. When magnesium levels are low, the body tends to have more inflammation, which can lead to health issues. How does it reduce inflammation? One way magnesium reduces inflammation is by lowering the levels of proteins called cytokines. In layman language, cytokines are like messengers that tell the immune system to start or stop inflammation. Some cytokines cause inflammation, and when they are too high, it leads to chronic inflammation . Doctors say that magnesium decreases the production of inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-alpha and IL-6. It does this by blocking a key pathway inside cells called NF-κB (Nuclear Factor kappa B). NF-κB controls the activity of many genes involved in inflammation. Magnesium stops NF-κB from becoming too active, which in turn calms the immune response. Natural Calcium Blocker Magnesium also helps reduce inflammation by balancing calcium levels in the body. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo While Calcium is needed for many body functions, too many of calcium cells can cause cause inflammation and damage. Magnesium acts like a natural calcium blocker, preventing excess calcium from entering cells and triggering inflammation. Lowers inflammatory markers Inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein (CRP) and fibrinogen are substances in the blood that increase during inflammation. Research shows that magnesium supplements can significantly reduce these markers, indicating a lower level of inflammation in the body. Magnesium helps the immune system Magnesium supports the immune system by regulating how it responds to threats. Low magnesium levels can cause an overactive immune response, leading to high inflammation. By increasing magnesium levels, the immune system becomes better balanced, reducing the risk of chronic inflammation and related illnesses. Now, let's take a look at foods that are high in magnesium: Leafy green vegetables Nuts and seeds Legumes Whole grains Fruits Fish Dark chocolate Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Associated Press
08-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
TNF Pharmaceuticals and Renova Health Report Positive Results in Identifying Targets for Treating TNF-Driven Inflammation in Patients Receiving GLP-1 Agonists
BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 8, 2025-- TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TNFA) ('TNF' or the 'Company'), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, and Renova Health, a company committed to focusing on outpatient care to minimize costs, impact and the need for hospitalization, today announced positive results from the first stage of a general practice population study focusing on patients receiving GLP-1 agonists. The study series is expected to evaluate the impact of the Company's novel oral TNF-alpha (TNF-α) inhibitor drug, isomyosamine, in preserving lean muscle mass during and after GLP-1 treatment for weight loss and chronic weight management in patients who are a) on GLP-1 agonists, b) candidates for treatment with GLP-1 agonists, or c) probably not suitable for treatment with weight loss therapy. In coordination with Renova Health, the purpose of this first stage was to analyze 30,000 patients already under the care of primary care physicians and identify convergences between the use of GLP-1 agonists and chronic disorders linked with increased risk of inflammation. The data were parsed into three cohorts depending on prespecified criteria. TNF plans to use these data to optimize appropriate patient recruitment and accelerate isomyosamine drug development. TNF's President and Chief Medical Officer, Mitchell Glass, M.D., commented, 'Our goal for our GLP-1 study series is to identify patients who are taking GLP-1 agonists to test whether isomyosamine can decrease inflammation and prevent or ameliorate the risk of adverse outcomes such as muscle wasting in patients who have baseline TNF-derived inflammatory signals. In our initial review of the data, we have already noted that sarcopenia and frailty are both underreported, which we believe provides evidence that at-risk populations could suffer adverse events from GLP-1 treatment without adequate surveillance to detect and treat drug-induced muscle wasting.' 'The prevalence of certain disorders such as sarcopenia were well below the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's estimates in community dwelling adults,' said Dave Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer of Renova Health. 'Identifying patients in the community who are at increased risk of fall may enable us to use non-invasive monitoring to identify these patients earlier and more accurately and to provide support. We believe early and ongoing evaluation of sarcopenic and frail patients could enable us to impact quality of life in thousands of patients once identified and followed with straightforward and validated tests of balance and cognition.' About Renova Health Renova Health partners with large clinic practices, hospital systems, and accountable care organizations to help deliver better patient outcomes at a lower cost. The key to Renova Health's success is its highly skilled, caring, and passionate Personal Health Advocates that create and nurture a personal, trusting relationship with patients that helps to uncover deeper insights and ultimately leads to superior healthcare outcomes. For more information, visit About Isomyosamine Isomyosamine is a novel plant alkaloid small molecule shown to regulate the immuno-metabolic system through the modulation of numerous pro-inflammatory cytokines including TNF-alpha (TNF-α), an immune cell signaling protein and inflammatory cytokine responsible for inducing and maintaining the inflammatory process. TNF-α is located upstream of a cascade of molecular signals that induces inflammation and helps activate the process of aging. Many in vivo and in vitro studies have shown that TNF-α plays a causative role in the pathogenesis of various age-related diseases. About TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TNFA), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company committed to extending healthy lifespan, is focused on developing two novel therapeutic platforms that treat the causes of disease rather than only addressing the symptoms. Isomyosamine is a drug platform based on a clinical stage small molecule that regulates the immune system to control TNF-α, which drives chronic inflammation, and other pro-inflammatory cell signaling cytokines. Isomyosamine is being developed to treat diseases and disorders marked by acute or chronic inflammation. The Company's second drug platform, Supera-CBD, is being developed to treat chronic pain, addiction and epilepsy. Supera-CBD is a novel synthetic derivative of cannabidiol (CBD) and is being developed to address and improve upon the rapidly growing CBD market, which includes both FDA approved drugs and CBD products not currently regulated as drugs. For more information, visit Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any expected future results, performance, or achievements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and neither the Company nor its affiliates assume any duty to update forward-looking statements. Words such as 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'could,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'may,' 'plan,' 'will,' 'would'' and other similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company's goals and expectations related to the Company's partnership with Renova Health. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements include, without limitation: the Company's ability to maintain compliance with the Nasdaq Stock Market's listing standards; the timing of, and the Company's ability to, obtain and maintain regulatory approvals for clinical trials of the Company's pharmaceutical candidates; the timing and results of the Company's planned clinical trials for its pharmaceutical candidates; the amount of funds the Company requires for its pharmaceutical candidates; increased levels of competition; changes in political, economic or regulatory conditions generally and in the markets in which the Company operates; the Company's ability to retain and attract senior management and other key employees; the Company's ability to quickly and effectively respond to new technological developments; and the Company's ability to protect its trade secrets or other proprietary rights, operate without infringing upon the proprietary rights of others and prevent others from infringing on the Company's proprietary rights. A discussion of these and other factors with respect to the Company is set forth in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed by the Company on April 11, 2025, and subsequent reports that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View source version on CONTACT: Investor Contact: Robert Schatz (646) 421-9523 [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA MARYLAND INDUSTRY KEYWORD: RESEARCH TECHNOLOGY CLINICAL TRIALS HEALTH TECHNOLOGY BIOTECHNOLOGY PHARMACEUTICAL HEALTH SCIENCE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE OTHER SCIENCE SOURCE: TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/08/2025 09:20 AM/DISC: 05/08/2025 09:19 AM
Business Wire
08-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
TNF Pharmaceuticals and Renova Health Report Positive Results in Identifying Targets for Treating TNF-Driven Inflammation in Patients Receiving GLP-1 Agonists
BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TNFA) ('TNF' or the 'Company'), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, and Renova Health, a company committed to focusing on outpatient care to minimize costs, impact and the need for hospitalization, today announced positive results from the first stage of a general practice population study focusing on patients receiving GLP-1 agonists. The study series is expected to evaluate the impact of the Company's novel oral TNF-alpha (TNF-α) inhibitor drug, isomyosamine, in preserving lean muscle mass during and after GLP-1 treatment for weight loss and chronic weight management in patients who are a) on GLP-1 agonists, b) candidates for treatment with GLP-1 agonists, or c) probably not suitable for treatment with weight loss therapy. In coordination with Renova Health, the purpose of this first stage was to analyze 30,000 patients already under the care of primary care physicians and identify convergences between the use of GLP-1 agonists and chronic disorders linked with increased risk of inflammation. The data were parsed into three cohorts depending on prespecified criteria. TNF plans to use these data to optimize appropriate patient recruitment and accelerate isomyosamine drug development. TNF's President and Chief Medical Officer, Mitchell Glass, M.D., commented, 'Our goal for our GLP-1 study series is to identify patients who are taking GLP-1 agonists to test whether isomyosamine can decrease inflammation and prevent or ameliorate the risk of adverse outcomes such as muscle wasting in patients who have baseline TNF-derived inflammatory signals. In our initial review of the data, we have already noted that sarcopenia and frailty are both underreported, which we believe provides evidence that at-risk populations could suffer adverse events from GLP-1 treatment without adequate surveillance to detect and treat drug-induced muscle wasting.' 'The prevalence of certain disorders such as sarcopenia were well below the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's estimates in community dwelling adults,' said Dave Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer of Renova Health. 'Identifying patients in the community who are at increased risk of fall may enable us to use non-invasive monitoring to identify these patients earlier and more accurately and to provide support. We believe early and ongoing evaluation of sarcopenic and frail patients could enable us to impact quality of life in thousands of patients once identified and followed with straightforward and validated tests of balance and cognition.' About Renova Health Renova Health partners with large clinic practices, hospital systems, and accountable care organizations to help deliver better patient outcomes at a lower cost. The key to Renova Health's success is its highly skilled, caring, and passionate Personal Health Advocates that create and nurture a personal, trusting relationship with patients that helps to uncover deeper insights and ultimately leads to superior healthcare outcomes. For more information, visit About Isomyosamine Isomyosamine is a novel plant alkaloid small molecule shown to regulate the immuno-metabolic system through the modulation of numerous pro-inflammatory cytokines including TNF-alpha (TNF-α), an immune cell signaling protein and inflammatory cytokine responsible for inducing and maintaining the inflammatory process. TNF-α is located upstream of a cascade of molecular signals that induces inflammation and helps activate the process of aging. Many in vivo and in vitro studies have shown that TNF-α plays a causative role in the pathogenesis of various age-related diseases. About TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TNFA), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company committed to extending healthy lifespan, is focused on developing two novel therapeutic platforms that treat the causes of disease rather than only addressing the symptoms. Isomyosamine is a drug platform based on a clinical stage small molecule that regulates the immune system to control TNF-α, which drives chronic inflammation, and other pro-inflammatory cell signaling cytokines. Isomyosamine is being developed to treat diseases and disorders marked by acute or chronic inflammation. The Company's second drug platform, Supera-CBD, is being developed to treat chronic pain, addiction and epilepsy. Supera-CBD is a novel synthetic derivative of cannabidiol (CBD) and is being developed to address and improve upon the rapidly growing CBD market, which includes both FDA approved drugs and CBD products not currently regulated as drugs. For more information, visit Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any expected future results, performance, or achievements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and neither the Company nor its affiliates assume any duty to update forward-looking statements. Words such as 'anticipate,' 'believe,' 'could,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'may,' 'plan,' 'will,' 'would'' and other similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company's goals and expectations related to the Company's partnership with Renova Health. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements include, without limitation: the Company's ability to maintain compliance with the Nasdaq Stock Market's listing standards; the timing of, and the Company's ability to, obtain and maintain regulatory approvals for clinical trials of the Company's pharmaceutical candidates; the timing and results of the Company's planned clinical trials for its pharmaceutical candidates; the amount of funds the Company requires for its pharmaceutical candidates; increased levels of competition; changes in political, economic or regulatory conditions generally and in the markets in which the Company operates; the Company's ability to retain and attract senior management and other key employees; the Company's ability to quickly and effectively respond to new technological developments; and the Company's ability to protect its trade secrets or other proprietary rights, operate without infringing upon the proprietary rights of others and prevent others from infringing on the Company's proprietary rights. A discussion of these and other factors with respect to the Company is set forth in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed by the Company on April 11, 2025, and subsequent reports that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TNF Pharmaceuticals Delivers Platform Presentation of Oral TNF-Alpha Inhibitor Isomyosamine at British Geriatrics Society's Spring Meeting 2025
Positive clinical data validates commencement of a larger Phase 2b clinical trial in elderly patients post-hip fracture Drug shown to decrease biomarkers associated with TNF-alpha activation in elderly patients with sarcopenia BALTIMORE, April 16, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TNFA) ("TNF" or the "Company"), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, announced today that a platform presentation of an abstract titled "Isomyosamine for the Treatment of Sarcopenia in Older Adults" was delivered by Mitchell Glass, M.D., President and Chief Medical Officer of TNF, at the British Geriatrics Society (BGB) Spring Meeting 2025, held April 9-11, 2025, in Belfast, Ireland and online. During his presentation, Dr. Glass spoke about the Company's small-molecule TNF-alpha (TNF-α) inhibitor, isomyosamine, which has shown potential for regulating pro-inflammatory cytokines associated with sarcopenia. In response to a question, he emphasized the Company's commitment to sarcopenia as an initial indication, including muscle wasting as an effect of treatment with GLP-1 agonists. He also commented on the Company's plans to extend Phase 3 into the UK and Europe. "An earlier Phase 2 study of isomyosamine demonstrated its safety and tolerability in elderly patients with sarcopenia, with significant reductions in inflammatory biomarkers such as TNF-α, IL-6, and soluble TNF receptor 1 (sTNFR1). We are currently enrolling patients in a larger Phase 2b clinical trial that will investigate isomyosamine's effect on cellular inflammation and recovery of ambulation speed in elderly patients post-hip fracture. An increased sample size and more frequent dosing in the follow-up trial will enable us to better evaluate the drug's potential to improve both clinical and biochemical outcomes in sarcopenic patients," Dr. Glass explained. The British Geriatrics Society is the membership association for professionals specializing in the healthcare of older people across the UK. Founded in 1947, BGS has over 5,000 members, and it is the only Society in the UK offering specialist expertise in the wide range of healthcare needs of older people. About Isomyosamine Isomyosamine (ICD-10-CM code M62.84) is a novel plant alkaloid small molecule shown to regulate the immuno-metabolic system through the modulation of numerous pro-inflammatory cytokines including TNF-alpha (TNF-α), an immune cell signaling protein and inflammatory cytokine responsible for inducing and maintaining the inflammatory process. TNF-α is located upstream of a cascade of molecular signals that induces inflammation and helps activate the process of aging. Many in vivo and in vitro studies have shown that TNFα plays a causative role in the pathogenesis of various age-related diseases. About TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. TNF Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TNFA), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company committed to extending healthy lifespan, is focused on developing two novel therapeutic platforms that treat the causes of disease rather than only addressing the symptoms. Isomyosamine is a drug platform based on a clinical stage small molecule that regulates the immune system to control TNF-α, which drives chronic inflammation, and other pro-inflammatory cell signaling cytokines. Isomyosamine is being developed to treat diseases and disorders marked by acute or chronic inflammation. The Company's second drug platform, Supera-CBD, is being developed to treat chronic pain, addiction and epilepsy. Supera-CBD is a novel synthetic derivative of cannabidiol (CBD) and is being developed to address and improve upon the rapidly growing CBD market, which includes both FDA approved drugs and CBD products not currently regulated as drugs. For more information, visit Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any expected future results, performance, or achievements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and neither the Company nor its affiliates assume any duty to update forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "may," "plan," "will," "would'' and other similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company's ability to launch and the timing of the Company's planned trial of isomyosamine as a treatment for GLP-1-induced sarcopenia and frailty. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements include, without limitation: the Company's ability to maintain compliance with the Nasdaq Stock Market's listing standards; the timing of, and the Company's ability to, obtain and maintain regulatory approvals for clinical trials of the Company's pharmaceutical candidates; the timing and results of the Company's planned clinical trials for its pharmaceutical candidates; the amount of funds the Company requires for its pharmaceutical candidates; increased levels of competition; changes in political, economic or regulatory conditions generally and in the markets in which the Company operates; the Company's ability to retain and attract senior management and other key employees; the Company's ability to quickly and effectively respond to new technological developments; and the Company's ability to protect its trade secrets or other proprietary rights, operate without infringing upon the proprietary rights of others and prevent others from infringing on the Company's proprietary rights. A discussion of these and other factors with respect to the Company is set forth in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed by the Company on April 11, 2025, and subsequent reports that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View source version on Contacts Investor Contact: Robert Schatz(646) 421-9523rschatz@
