Drinking Even 1 Alcoholic Beverage per Day May Increase Risk for Hypertension, Study Finds
The association between ETOH consumption and hypertension among 19 500 healthy adults was "direct and linear," a new dose-response meta-analysis found.
Daily Dose: Distinct Patterns of BP in Early Gestation Predict Hypertensive Disorders
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FDA Approves Second Naloxone Hydrochloride Nasal Spray for OTC, Nonprescription Use
RiVive™ nasal spray is the second nonprescription naloxone product approved by the FDA for the emergency treatment of opioid overdose.
Insulin Prescription Fills Up Following Inflation Reduction Act Cap on Out-of-Pocket Costs
The new policy is helping people who are taking insulin save money and helping others to afford it in the first place, says a study coauthor from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy .
US Albuminuria Testing Far Below Levels Essential for Effective CKD Treatment
Among persons with hypertension and T2D with albuminuria, nearly two-thirds currently go undetected, a significant barrier to diagnosis and treatment of CKD.
Incorporating Blood-Based Biomarkers Advances Approach to Diagnosing Alzheimer Disease
The Alzheimer's Association chief science officer discusses release of updated diagnostic guidelines for AD, which incorporate use of plasma-based biomarkers.
New Technologies Will Propel Novel Approaches in PM&R, says AAPM&R President-Elect
Physiatrist DJ Kennedy, MD, is excited by the potential for new, and even existing technology, to present novel options for diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment.
Mean Weight Loss with Tirzepatide Reaches 26% Across 2 Pivotal Phase 3 Clinical Trials
In adults with obesity or overweight plus comorbidities but without T2D once-weekly tirzepatide was associated with significant and durable weight loss vs placebo.
A no-go for aspirin, Vegetarian victory, Opioids and dementia +2: The Five for Friday
No aspirin for healthy elders, Vegan diets vs CVD, Opioids deadly in dementia, plus BP patterns in babies, and the fear of Alzheimer's runs deep.
Daily Dose: Death Often Follows First Opioid After Dementia Dx
Low-Dose Aspirin Increases Risk of Bleeding but Does Not Reduce Risk of a First Stroke in Older Adults
A new analysis of the ASPREE trial of aspirin for primary prevention in older adults finds a poor risk-benefit ratio for prevention of stroke.
Cognitive Screening in Older Adults: How they Perceive the Benefits, What they Fear Most
A majority of older adults agree that all aged ≥65 years should be screened annually for dementia; more than half significantly fear a positive result, the National Poll on Healthy Aging reports.
Vegetarian Diet May Augment Effects of Optimal Drug Therapy in Patients at High Risk of CVD
Reductions in LDL-C, HbA1c, and body weight were associated with a variety of vegetarian diets in participants with or at high risk for cardiovascular disease.
Daily Dose: Persistent Opioid Use Post-Hysterectomy
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Social Determinants of Health and Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
Methods proven to prevent ASCVD may fall short in certain populations if the impacts of SDOH are not closely monitored. The ACC/AHA provide considerations for 7 health domains.
The Best Referrals to PM&R for Back Pain are the Early Ones, says AAPM&R President-Elect DJ Kennedy, MD
When is a primary care patient with back pain ready for referral to PM&R? No formulas available but basic principles hold true and earlier is always better.
Daily Dose: Care for Acute Stroke in Women Less Urgent
Large US Study Suggests Numbers Needed to Vaccinate to Prevent COVID-19 Hospitalizations, ED Encounters
The real-world analysis measured the benefit of primary vaccination and of a booster and found the latter dependent upon local disease incidence and risk for severe disease.
Distinct Patterns of BP in Early Gestation Predict Hypertensive Disorders: Study
Investigators identified 6 blood pressure patterns that, when combined with other risk factors, accurately stratified risk of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
Back Pain Gets Better but Also Recurs so Empower Patients Early with Tools
Recurrent back pain is common, so teaching patients how to stay strong and flexible—and also when to get help—is essential, says Vanderbilt physiatrist DJ Kennedy, MD.
