Hypertension
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Vasculopathy Can Vary in Patients With Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
More research is needed to better define IPAH with nonplexiform vasculopathy and to identify causes and treatment.
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New, Near-to-Market PCSK9s Could Help Patients Meet Cholesterol Targets
New PCSK9 inhibitors are expected to be available soon, adding to patients’ options in reaching their goals to lower LDL.
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Will Treating High Blood Pressure Curb Dementia Risk?
Recent research suggests that addressing hypertension does affect the risk for dementia.
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Are Beta-Blockers Safe for COPD?
A COPD with comorbid CV disease RCT is unlikely, says physician, though benefit of stopping beta-blockers is unclear.
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Vitamin B1 May Reduce Constipation in Adults
Higher dietary intake of vitamin B1 was linked to a 23% reduction in constipation risk, finds study.
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For Richer, for Poorer: Low-Carb Diets Work for All Incomes
A visit to an endocrinologist proved to be life-changing for a single mother of two with poorly controlled blood sugar.
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Meat Alternatives May Benefit the Heart
Switching from meat to plant-based alternatives may improve CV disease risk, study finds, though more data needed.
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Facial Temperature Can Reveal Age and Disease
Research points to use of facial temperature to determine age, health, diet, and sleep, says physician.
From the Journals
Cardiovascular Health Becoming a Major Risk Factor for Dementia
“Cardiovascular risk factors may have contributed more to dementia risk over time, so these deserve more targeted action for future dementia...
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Similar Outcomes With Labetalol, Nifedipine for Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy
Maternal or neonatal outcomes were not significantly different between the two primary medication groups.
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BP Disorder in Pregnancy Tied to Young-Onset Dementia Risk
Preeclampsia was associated with a 2.65-fold increased risk for young-onset dementia.