Cardiology

Flu deaths are higher among persons with chronic conditions, like T2DM. Flu vaccination should be part of comprehensive secondary prevention.

An app for aspirin, an antidote for opioids: 2 of the 6 topics in our slide show of notable studies on the Web.

Dr Bobby Lazzara reviews a new study that suggests reducing fluctuations in blood pressure in older adults could help prevent loss of cognitive function and verbal memory.

What specific symptoms might be more likely in children with a family history of MI vs those with a history of diabetes?

Is prevalence of atrial fibrillation higher in men or women? Which sex is more likely to be asymptomatic? At higher risk for stroke?

Ablation has become a leading option to arrest AF in many patients. Try 3 quick questions to test your ablation quotient.

Assessment of frailty status, as well as chronological age, should be used to make clinical decisions.

New drugs and more complex patients make anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation a new ballgame. Here, a topline from guidelines for primary care.

Evidence from a meta-analysis of 11 clinical trials supports use of beta-blockers in all HFrEF patients, regardless of sex or age.

PCPs are effective in managing multiple risk factors at a single visit--just what the doctor ordered for the patient with angina.

Video: Patient's ADLs were unaffected by symptoms until 2 days ago. She arrives at ED directly from PCP's office, after echo. Dx?

Although results of the hypertension portion of HOPE-3 were disappointing, many caveats are offered to explain the outcome.

Associations between diabetes and heart failure, insulin resistance, cancer, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease have been identified.

Results of a Swedish study support the physiologic and psychological benefits of regular yoga practice for patients with AF.

Results of a large Taiwanese registry analysis could open discussion around avoidance of oral anticoagulants in post-ICH patients.

Research into wine’s health potency is ongoing. Get a tasting of the latest findings with this quick quiz.

Using music in medicine is an ancient practice. Here we review recent research efforts to better understand and apply music’s healing powers.

New US dietary guidelines emphasize the importance of vegetable consumption for stemming the tide of chronic diet-related diseases.

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Take this brief quiz to test your core knowledge of the health outcomes.

The 25% reduction in relative risk seen in patients treated to 120 vs 140 mm Hg corresponds to an absolute risk reduction of 1.6%.

Pioglitazone may prevent repeated cardiovascular events in some patients. Combined with omega-3 fatty acids, the drug also can improve lipid metabolism.

Slide Show: Catch up on the shift in research on how best to balance fat intake to prevent cardiovascular disease.

Chest pain at rest brought this 42-year-old man to the ED. He had experienced the pain in the past but only on exertion. He appears well on arrival. What does the ECG show?

Is eating chocolate really good for your patients’ health? Take this quick quiz on the pros and cons.