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HDL Cholesterol Increases Kidney Disease Risk in T2D
Patients with very high and very low HDL-C levels had a 128% and 77% increased risk for diabetic kidney disease, respectively.
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Statins: So Misunderstood
These helpful drugs have been shown to be safe for the liver and absolved for causing muscle pain.
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Will Hospital-at-Home Go Mainstream?
Currently, hospitals across 37 states have Medicare waivers for nursing care at home, an option that began during the pandemic.
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Risk of MACE Comparable Among Biologic Classes for Psoriasis, PsA
Despite some concern about increased risk for MACE with TNFi use, this study suggests no special risk for patients with psoriasis or PsA...
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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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Less Invasive, Overlooked Option in Cardiac Surgery May Offer Benefit
Sutureless valves are an alternative to SAVR and TAVR, but are used less often and have less data.
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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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How Drones Are Reducing Emergency Response Times
Drones may allow for faster delivery of life-saving equipment before first responders arrive.
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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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Avoid These Common Mistakes in Treating Hyperkalemia
Often, patients end up following a potassium-restricted diet for long periods because they aren’t told the cause of their hyperkalemia.
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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.