ORION: Twice-Yearly Inclisiran Cut LDL-C by Half in ASCVD Patients on Statins
AHA Scientific Sessions 2019: Semi-annual injection of the novel agent inclisiran in the ORION-10 trial decreased LDL-C by 56% in patients with ASCVD on maximal statin therapy.
EVAPORATE: Icosapent Ethyl Added to Statins Slowed Coronary Atherosclerosis Progression
AHA Scientific Sessions 2019: Early results from the EVAPORATE study suggest promise for icosapent ethyl as add-on therapy in patients with high TGs already taking statins.
The Annual Costs of Smoking by State
The cost associated with smoking cigarettes doesn't end with the price of a pack. A new study looks deeper in all 50 states plus DC.
Alarming Number of Heart Disease Patients Skip Annual Flu Shot
Researchers of the new study being presented at the upcoming AHA 2019 Scientific Sessions highlight key inequalities related to disparities in the vaccination rates.
Bariatric Surgery May Reduce Stroke Risk in Obese Patients
After bariatric surgery, risk of a cerebrovascular event among obese patients was found to be signficantly lower than among matched controls. An AHA 2019 preview.
New SPRINT Analysis Predicts Extended Survival with Intensive BP Control
Intensive control of blood pressure may extend survival by 4% to 9%, according to analysis of SPRINT data that will be presented at the AHA 2019 Scientific Sessions next week.
Depression Severity Strongly Linked to Non-Fatal Cardiovascular Disease
A new study being presented next week at AHA's 2019 Scientific Sessions found a strong link between depression and non-fatal heart disease.
Opioid Misuse: What Physicians Think and Lab Tests Show
A novel report on US opioid misuse melds results from a Harris Poll of 500 primary care physicians with Quest Diagnostics data on 4.4 million drug monitoring tests.
E-cigarettes Pose CVD Risks Similar to Traditional Cigarettes
We preview findings of 2 studies on negative CV effects of e-cigarettes--on metabolic profiles and coronary blood flow--to be presented at the AHA 2019 Scientific Sessions next week.
Young Marijuana Users May be at Greater Risk for Stroke, Arrhythmia
Two studies to be presented at the upcoming AHA annual meeting found that young cannabis users are at greater risk for stroke and arrhythmia.
Bowel Preparation Understanding Major Barrier to Completion of Colonoscopy
SAN ANTONIO - New research shows that nearly 40% of missed colonoscopies is due to a patient's difficulty in understanding bowel preparation.
Does Obesity Cause Acne? New Study, Surprising Results
In a new study of >600 000 Israeli adolescents, researchers found an inverse relationship between body mass index and acne.
New Artificial Pancreas Bests Current Technology for Glycemic Control
Type 1 diabetes patients who used the new system increased by 2.6 hours/day the amount of time spent in target blood glucose level range.
Drug Use & Treatment by State: The Best and Worst
The worst state for drug sales on school grounds? The best state for detox and rehab facilities? Test your best guess with these and 6 more best/worst comparisons.
Vaping-Related Lung Injury: New CDC Recommendations for Primary Care Physicians
The multistate outbreak of vaping-related lung injury is ongoing, but the CDC's updated interim guidance can help physicians navigate the clinical evaluation and management of these patients.
Obesity May Be Associated with Abnormal Bowel Habits
A recent study found that obese or severely obese patients have a 60% higher risk of chronic diarrhea vs those who are within a normal weight range.
Lice Infestation and Shortness of Breath in the ED
At first the patient's only complaint is dyspnea; 30 minutes later he is in cardiac arrest. What happened? What's your diagnosis?
Depression Screening/Treatment after ACS Yields No Benefit
Screening for depression among ACS patients is widely recommended by professional guidelines, but a new study suggests little return on the investment.
FDA Approves Breakthrough Medication for Cystic Fibrosis
Trikafta™ is the first triple combination therapy approved for the treatment of the most common cystic fibrosis mutation.
Vaping-Related Lung Injury in the US: A Pop Quiz
How current are you on the outbreak of lung injuries associated with e-cigarette use, as of today? Take our pop quiz on the latest facts and figures to find out.
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