Stroke
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Study Finds No Increased MACE Risk for JAK Inhibitors in Patients With Atopic Dermatitis
The analysis looked at treatment with the upadacitinib and abrocitinib (Cibinqo), both approved for treating AD in...
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No Link Between PPI Use and Risk for Cardiovascular Events
Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease do experience a slight increase in cardiovascular events with PPI use, the researchers noted.
Commentary
On Second Thought: Aspirin for Primary Prevention — What We Really Know
Recommendations vis-à-vis aspirin have evolved at a dizzying pace.
Feature
Brews, Bubbles, & Booze: Stroke Risk and Patients’ Favorite Drinks
Findings from a wealth of studies can inform physician-patient discussions regarding stroke risk and beverage consumption.
From the Journals
Rising Stroke Rates in Californians With Sickle Cell Disease
The cumulative incidence of first ischemic stroke in patients with SCD was 2.1% by age 20 and 13.5% by age 60.
Conference Coverage
New Data on DOAC Initiation After Stroke in AF: Final Word?
Early DOAC initiation was safe with a low rate of symptomatic hemorrhage, regardless of stroke severity.
Latest News
Why Scientists Are Linking More Diseases to Light at Night
Light during sleep has been linked to diabetes, CV disease, strokes, or brain aneurysms.
Guidelines
ASA Releases New Primary Stroke Prevention Guideline
The updated guideline calls for better primary stroke prevention that includes improved screening and lifestyle changes.
Latest News
Ultraprocessed Foods and CVD: Myths vs Facts
New research suggests link between ultraprocessed foods and increased risk for stroke and CVD.
From the Journals
Fewer Recurrent Cardiovascular Events Seen With TNF Inhibitor Use in Axial Spondyloarthritis
Exposure to a TNF inhibitor reduced the risk for recurrent cardiovascular events within a month of a first event in patients with radiographic...
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Long-Term Cognitive Monitoring Warranted After First Stroke
Stroke was associated with a significant acute decline in global cognition and a small, but significant, acceleration in the rate of cognitive...