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Semaglutide 2.4 mg Could Reduce US Obesity by Half, Prevent 1.5 million CVD Events
More than 90 million adults in the US with overweight/obesity are candidates for weight loss treatment with semaglutide 2.4 mg, according to a new study.
NIH Designates Centers of Excellence to Improve Maternal Health Equity
The newly named centers across the country will work closely with communities to focus research on populations at greatest risk for perinatal morbidity and mortality.
Patients with COVID-19 More Likely to Develop Hypertension than Those with Influenza, Shows New Study
Patients hospitalized with COVID-19 were 2-times more likely to develop persistent hypertension than their influenza counterparts, according to results.
Daily Dose: AAP's 12 Tips to Prep Children for Back-to-School Season
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked with Recurrent C diff Infection in New Cross-Sectional Study
Patients hospitalized for Clostridioides difficile infection who also were vitamin D-deficient were at higher risk of recurrence—but lower risk of mortality.
Respiratory Virus Season 2023-2024 is Shaping Up to be a Transitional One: Expert Interview
Respiratory virus season 2023-2024 will likely be a "transition year," according to family physician Chuck Vega, MD and ID specialist Bill Schaffner, MD. Here's why.
US Infants Admitted to ICU in 2022 for RSV Mostly Young, Healthy, and Born at Term
Approximately 80% of infants hospitalized with an RSV-related illness during the 2022 seasonal peak did not have underlying medical conditions, according to new study.
With New COVID-19 Variant on the Rise, Vaccine Manufacturers Test Fall 2023 Monovalent Shots
Eris, or EG5, is of Omicron lineage and accounts for ~17% of reported COVID-19 cases; mRNA vaccine producers are confident in the new shots to protect against it.
Long-term Smokers Have Symptomatic Lung Disease that is Not COPD, Has No Treatment
Despite a 20-pack year smoking history and frequent respiratory exacerbations, spirometry is preserved in this group of heavy smokers.
CDC 2023 Immunization Updates for 5 Vaccine-Preventable Illnesses
See highlights of CDC 2023 immunization updates for: pneumococcal disease; measles, mumps, and rubella; hepatitis B; polio; and monkeypox.
Recreational Drug Use Linked to 9-Fold Higher Rate of Adverse Outcomes in Intensive Cardiac Care
Various illicit substances were detected in urine assays of 1 in 10 patients admitted to cardiac intensive care, according to findings of new French study.
Daily Dose: Role of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Iron Deficiency Anemia Overlooked
Seen in the ED: Pleuritic Back Pain in a Middle-Aged Woman
The patient presents with pleuritic pain but without fever, SOB, chest pain or cough. Review the CXR - what's your diagnosis?
Daily Dose: Daily Sugared Drink Intake & Risk of Hepatic Morbidity, Mortality in Postmenopausal Women
Partial FDA Restrictions on E-Cigarettes Not Effective in Discouraging Use among Youth, According to New Study
Researchers found that a partial policy of restricting flavors in only some vaping products did not prevent US youth from using flavored e-cigarettes.
CDC Updates HCV Screening Guidelines to Increase Linkage to Care
The CDC update recommends ending screening strategies that require multiple clinic visits for sample collection, favoring 1 visit and automatic HCV RNA testing.
For Patients with Obesity, Expert Discusses Importance of Checking Current Medications before Prescribing New Therapies
Dr Alina Elperin details which medications primary care clinicians should be prepared to prescribe patients with obesity to help prevent cardiovascular disease, here.
Daily Dose: How COVID-19 Vaccination Can Reduce Severity, Mortality after SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Amazon Pharmacy Announces Insulin Discounts with Automatic, Manufacturer-sponsored Coupons
Patients with diabetes will be able to save money when ordering insulin and commonly prescribed products, such as continuous glucose monitors and pumps.
