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127 articles for “preventive medicine”
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Aloe vera: A Review on Its Medicinal Importance
Abstract: Today, one of the main causes of human infection is the antibiotic resistance of bacteria due to the use of antibiotics which causes the emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains. The search for the discovery of healthy and effective antimicrobial agents continues. Aloe vera can be used for both therapeutic and preventive purposes in the case of a broad range of bacterial infections. Aloe vera is a medicinal plant …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology Read article
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A Compressive Review of Traditional Medicine System of Naturopathy (Nature): Evaluation, Standardization of Alternative Medicine
Abstract: Naturopathy is a therapeutic approach that combines scientific principles with the natural laws of the body. It focuses on using natural methods to promote healing and overall well-being. This traditional practice combines various techniques, such as herbal medicine, nutritional guidance, hydrotherapy, and physical therapy, to treat the underlying causes of illnesses rather than just managing symptoms. The growing interest in alternative medicine necessitates a comprehensive evaluation and standardization of naturopathic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Understanding of Research Bias in Herbal Medicine: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Background: The communication and generation of knowledge are central to research. In herbal medicine, with its deep historical roots, research must be methodologically rigorous and unbiased to validate traditional knowledge in modern contexts. Bias, defined as any tendency preventing objective evaluation of a research question, compromises validity and reliability. Objective: To highlight types of research bias in herbal medicine and discuss strategies for minimization to ensure credible and applicable findings. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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From Humours to Metabolism: An Integrative Review of Obesity Management in Unani Medicine
Abstract: Unani Medicine, a traditional complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) system, adopts a holistic, temperament-based approach to disease prevention and management. In classical Unani literature, obesity is described as Simān-e-Mufriṭ, a pathological condition arising from humoral imbalance, particularly the predominance of phlegm (Balgham) and derangement of temperament (Su’-e-Mizāj), most commonly of a cold and moist nature. This condition is attributed to a sedentary lifestyle, weakened digestive and metabolic faculties, and excessive …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) in Personalized Medicine: Emphasizing Public Health Beyond Reality
Abstract: NGS is a modern technology that allows researchers to quickly sequence large amounts of DNA or RNA, it is also known as massively parallel sequencing or deep sequencing. NGS has revolutionized genomic research and biological sciences by its speed, scale, accuracy, ultra-high throughput, and cost. NGS replaced the conventional sequencing method. A novel idea in healthcare is precision medicine, which involves adjusting medical care to each patient’s unique traits and …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Aquatic Ecosystems: A Review on Prospecting of Anticancer Molecules from Fungi & Other Microbes
Abstract: Marine biota; namely, actinomycetes, bacteria, fungi, microalgae, green algae, oceanic weeds, mangroves, and other extremophiles constitute about 90% of the oceanic biomass. The organisms are taxonomically diverse, biologically productive/active, and biochemically unique. These unique biochemiques may act as a great source for the discovery of new bioactive molecules, including anticancer drugs. The marines produce medicinally potent biochemicals; namely, sulfated saccharides, polyphenols, and, sterols. Only a few of these alkaloids have …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–22 Read article
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Gene Therapy in Modern Medicine: Promises and Challenge in Treating Genetic Diseases
Abstract: Gene therapy is a medical approach that focuses on altering or adjusting an individual’s genes to treat or prevent illnesses. The aim is to repair faulty genes or insert new ones into the body to combat diseases. Gene therapy can involve directly introducing modified or new genes into a patient’s cells or altering the genes already present in the patient’s body. This approach shows potential for treating a range of …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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A Structure-based Design Approach to Catharanthus roseus Phytoconstituents as Potential Inhibitors of B-Cell Lymphoma 6 Protein
Abstract: Objectives: Lymphoma is a cancerous disease. It develops into millions of people worldwide. Identify the naturally active compounds from Catharanthus roseus, they have multiple values in the medicinal field of Siddha, and Indian Ayurveda are used as a disease-preventing agent. Drug illness prediction, toxicity prediction, statistical information, molecular docking, as well as absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) analysis are used to predict the fit ligand as a drug. Methods: …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 14–34 Read article
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Comprehensive Insights into Toxicology: Mechanisms, Applications, and Modern Developments
Abstract: Toxicology, the study of the harmful effects of substances on living organisms, has become increasingly vital in today's world due to industrial growth, agricultural advancements, and heightened exposure to environmental and chemical toxins. This article examines the foundations of toxicology, exploring its definitions, core principles, and mechanisms of action. It also delves into specialized branches such as forensic, environmental, and medical toxicology, highlighting the differences between toxicants, toxins, and poisons, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Brief Concept of Waja ul Mafasil and its Management in Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Waja-ul-Mafasil (Osteoarthritis) also known as degenerative arthritis is a progressive joint disease, occurring in middle and later life. Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability worldwide despite its development in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. A comprehensive description of Waja-ul-Mafasil is available in classical Unani literature. While going through the literature review of various compendiums written by Unani scholars, it is clear that this system of medicine had huge knowledge about …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy Read article
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Modernizing Pharmacovigilance: Leveraging AI, Automation, and Real-World Data for Drug Safety
Abstract: Pharmacovigilance, or PV, is “the pharmacological science relating to the detection, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects, mainly long term and short-term adverse effects of medicines.” PV’s specific objectives are to increase patient care and safety when using medications and all medical and paramedical therapies; assist in evaluating the benefits, drawbacks, efficacy, and risks of medications, ensuring their safe, prudent, and more effective use; and promote clinical training, education, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Role of Lifestyle Modifications in Controlling Hypertension in View of Traditional System of Medicine: An Appraisal
Abstract: Hypertension, a long-recognized condition, has been documented across various ancient medical systems including Chinese, Greeko-Arabic, and Indian Ayurvedic traditions. These traditional medicines identified correlations between pulse quality and vascular health, emphasizing the importance of managing arterial hardness. Historical figures, such as Huang Ti, Ali Ibn Abbas Majoosi, and Ibne Sina provided early insights linking dietary habits, such as salt intake, and mental stress to hypertension. Modern understanding further delineates hypertension …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Stem Cell Therapies Perspectives for It
Abstract: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by systemic inflammation, primarily affecting synovial joints, leading to joint destruction and systemic complications. The pathogenesis involves immune system dysregulation, autoantibody production, and enzymatic imbalances. Enzymes, including matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), serine proteases, and kinases, play crucial roles in these processes. Their dysregulation contributes significantly to disease progression through the imbalance of pro-inflammatory cytokines, oxidative stress, and extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation. MMPs, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence in Early Diagnosis and Personalized Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease
Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a disruptive technology in the medical care industry, with potential solutions to early diagnosis and customized treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a progressive neurodegenerative disease and the most prevalent cause of dementia globally. Conventional diagnostic techniques, such as cognitive, neuroimaging and biomarker techniques, are usually limited in the ability to detect disease at its most susceptible stage when treatment interventions are most effective. The recent …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 15–27 Read article
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Unani Concepts of Brain Pathology: Humoral Mechanisms in Māddī Neurological Disorders
Abstract: Background The Unani System of Medicine (USM) considers the brain (Dimāgh) as the principal organ of Quwā Nafsāniyya (psychic faculties), responsible for sensation, cognition, memory, movement, and emotional regulation. According to Unani principles, health is maintained through equilibrium of Mizāj (temperament) and Akhlāṭ (humours), whereas disease develops when this balance is disturbed. Among neurological disorders, Sū’-i-Mizāj Māddī Dimāgh refers to pathological conditions of the brain associated with the accumulation of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Vaccination in the Era of Precision Medicine: Tailoring Immunization Strategies for Individual Risk Profiles
Abstract: The introduction of precision medicine has caused a paradigm change in the vaccine landscape. Conventionally, vaccination programmes have been homogeneous, targeting immunity at the population level without taking into consideration the individual differences in immune response and vulnerability to diseases that can be prevented by vaccination. However, a more individualised approach to immunisation has been made possible by current developments in genetics, immunology, and data analytics. Within the context of …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–47 Read article
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Infectious Diseases: Current Epidemiology, Pharmacotherapeutic Strategies, and Global Health Perspectives
Abstract: Infectious diseases are still a major health challenge in the world, and there is increased strain on the health systems of nations. This review examines the most important issues in the management of infectious diseases, such as the distribution and effect of infectious diseases across the world, pharmacotherapeutic approaches, and the functions of public health interventions. New threats such as antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the contribution of climate change, and the …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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A brief survey on Alternative and Complementary Medicine with special reference to safety, toxins and toxicological concerns
Abstract: Alternative and Complementary Medicine (ACM) is a wide range of healthcare practices that may be used within or alongside conventional medicine, and many of these practices are rapidly becoming accepted and integrated into the modern healthcare system. In addition to traditional medicine systems (e.g. Ayurveda, Unani Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Homeopathy), ACM includes practices that utilize natural remedies including herbal medicine, phytotherapy, naturopathy, acupuncture, yoga, and meditation. While these …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–45 Read article
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India’s Traditional Medicine Trade (2015–2024): Trends, Regulatory Landscape, and Policy Directions for Sustainable Growth
Abstract: India is a major global supplier of traditional medicine products – including Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, homeopathic, and other herbal and plant-based formulations – yet exports continue to face challenges arising from regulatory divergence, heterogeneous quality-control requirements across markets, and raw-material supply constraints linked to biodiversity pressure and fragmented value chains. This paper systematically analyzes India’s import-export patterns for traditional medicine between 2015 and 2024, maps the regulatory landscape (DGFT, Drugs, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Pharmacology in Clinical and Therapeutic Settings
Abstract: Polypharmacy, which refers to the practice of taking many medications at the same time, is becoming more common among elderly populations as a result of the steadily increasing prevalence of chronic conditions. The clinical and therapeutic consequences of polypharmacy are investigated in this paper, with a particular emphasis placed on drug-drug interactions, altered pharmacokinetics, and patient safety. The physiological changes that occur with advancing age have a substantial impact on …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 51–58 Read article