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A photo of a woman receiving dialysis in a clinic.

Multidisciplinary Team Intervention Flops for Improving CKD Outcomes

Intervention "did not overcome barriers" to PCP, patient behavior changes, editorialists say

A computer rendering of lipoproteins in the blood stream.

High Lipoprotein(a) Levels' Hit on Heart Health Doesn't Discriminate

Atherogenic particle appeared to be a risk factor regardless of age, sex, race, diabetes status

A photo of a senior woman holding on to railings during a physical therapy session.

Congress Can Take Action to Prevent Older Adult Falls and Associated Opioid Use

The bipartisan SAFE Act offers important solutions

A photo of a teen male receiving a COVID-19 vaccination.

CDC: COVID Vax Not Linked to Sudden Deaths in Young Adults

Mortality from vaccine-related myocarditis not supported by Oregon death records

A photo of a female physician guiding her female patient through a mammogram.

Why Aren't Some Women Getting Screening Mammograms? Social Factors May Be to Blame

Cost concerns, lack of transportation, and social isolation may all contribute, CDC study finds

A photo of a young male fitness trainer guiding his senior female client through a step exercise.

Here's a Good Exercise Option for Hip OA

Program emphasizing balance and stability equals strength-directed training

A photo of an outdoor sign advertising a flu and covid vaccine.

Experts in Industry Wrangle Over Whether Combo Vaccines Are Beneficial for Adults

Panelists from companies making such vaccines see "enormous" benefit, others are more skeptical

A photo of a statin tablet sitting on its blisterpack.

A Closer Look at the New Statin Therapy Guidelines for Patients With HIV

Clinicians can use these recommendations to navigate primary CVD prevention efforts

A photo of nicotine vaping products on the shelf in a store.

E-Cigarettes Tied to Heart Failure

Association seen with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

Photo of a man with a continuous glucose monitor on his arm.

Here's What OTC Continuous Glucose Monitors Can Do for Our Patients

FDA's approval may be a step toward greater access

FDA APPROVED bempedoic acid (Nexletol) over a computer rendering of a heart attack.

Expanded Label Officially Makes Bempedoic Acid a CVD Prevention Medication

New indications supported by CLEAR Outcomes trial

A photo of the packaging and blisterpack of Eliquis tablets.

Most Popular DOAC Holds Its Own Against Edoxaban in Those Age 80 and Up

Apixaban associated with fewer bleeds in observational cohort study

FDA APPROVED aprocitentan (Tryvio) over a photo of a man wearing a sphygmomanometer displaying a high blood pressure reading

Novel Oral Antihypertensive Gets FDA's Blessing

Aprocitentan becomes the first endothelin receptor antagonist for BP lowering

A photo of a vial of the Moderna bivalent covid vaccine.

Early Stroke Scare With Bivalent COVID Vaccines Unsupported by Large Study

Low absolute risk emerged for flu vaccines, however

A computer rendering of chronic kidney disease

EHR Alerts Trigger Primary Care Clinics to Improve Hypertension Care in CKD

Greater reduction in systolic BP over usual care in randomized trial

A computer rendering of sinus bradycardia heartbeat rhythm

Serious Issues With Slow Heartbeat Flagged for Afib Patients on Antiarrhythmics

Pacemaker, syncope rates prompt advice not to ignore bradycardia issue

Deaths Due to Alcohol Use; Steps for the Sedentary

Also in TTHealthWatch: microplastics in arteries, and worldwide obesity and diabetes risk

FDA APPROVED Dexcom Stelo Glucose Biosensor System over a photo of the device.

FDA Clears First OTC Continuous Glucose Monitor

Dexcom's Stelo system available without a prescription by the summer

A photo of sugary and fizzy drinks for sale in a U.K. grocery store

Afib Might Be a Not-So-Pleasant Aftertaste of Sweetened Beverages

Atrial fibrillation risk associated with drinks made with added sugar or artificial sweetener

A scanning electron microscope image of a respiratory syncytial virus

Congress Should Simplify Medicare's Vaccine Coverage

All ACIP-approved vaccines should be covered by Medicare Part B

A computer rendering of a lipoprotein(a) particle.

Even Modest Lp(a) Elevations Bode Poorly for Cardiovascular Health

Researchers estimate thresholds for risky Lp(a) in primary, secondary prevention cohorts

AAAAI over a photo of Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC

Drug Slashes Risk of Severe Allergic Reactions to Multiple Foods

Benefits with omalizumab shown for patients with nut, milk, egg, and wheat allergies

A photo of a mom and daughter walking down a hospital hallway.

Three Tools to Address Health Equity

Data, communication and respect, and private-sector partnerships are key

A computer rendering of a cancer cell in the bloodstream.

Another COVID Toll: Over 134,000 Undiagnosed Cancers During Height of Pandemic

Diagnosis rates remained low throughout 2020, with mortality increase projected

A photo of a young woman wearing headphones in New York City.

Primordial Prevention Can Protect Black Women's Cardiovascular Health

Let's block the risk factors before they start

A photo of a bottle of Niacin supplements

Could Niacin Actually Induce Heart Disease?

Americans consume too much vitamin B3, researchers suggest

A photo of two syringes lying next to a sphygmomanometer

RNA Silencer Zilebesiran: Infrequent Injections Bring Down BP

Sustained BP reductions seen in early trial whether patients got one or two doses in 6 months

AAOS over a photo of Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA

Study: Let's Revisit Extended Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Joint Replacement

One center's experience puts recent policy in doubt

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Spread 'Aloha' in Healthcare

Let's work toward a more idyllic vision of our system

A photo of a woman clutching her stomach while eating a piece of bread

Does the QoL Impact of Food Allergies Affect Girls, Women More?

Female patients and caregivers report worse QoL scores than male counterparts, review finds

A photo of an out of focus woman snapping a cigarette in half.

Smokers Who Quit and Stick With It See Greatest Reduction in Cancer Risk

Cessation at any age proved helpful for lowering cancer risk

A photo of a box of Mounjaro injection pens as well as a pen.

Tirzepatide's Association With BP Reduction Reinforced With ABPM Data

Combination GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist is currently approved for T2D and weight loss

A photo of the vial and packaging of Comirnaty Omicron XBB.1.5

Here's How Effective the Latest COVID-19 Shots Are for Adults

Effectiveness of the 2023-2024 vaccine lands at 54% for symptomatic cases

A photo of a man jogging down a pedestrian ramp in a city.

Improved Fitness May Reduce Prostate Cancer Risk

Observational study finds reduced incidence in men who increased their cardiorespiratory fitness

A photo of a female radiologist prepping her female patient for a mammogram.

'We Caught It Early': Blessing or Burden?

Cancer screening has its drawbacks

A photo of a young male doctor sitting across the desk from his senior female patient.

Some 'Choosing Wisely' Recs Protect Older Folks From Low-Value Care

Study looked at how three recommendations changed primary care decisions

A computer rendering of a transparent head with the prefrontal cortex of the brain highlighted

How Is Our Prefrontal Cortex Faring in this Toxic Era?

A less toxic future would be a saner choice

A photo of a senior man walking on the beach in Australia

Adults Who Cite Walking Difficulty Face Higher Fracture Risk

Australian study suggests walking ability can help identify candidates for more assessment

A photo of a female nurse drawing blood from a woman.

CDC: Consider Testing Blood for 'Forever Chemicals'

PFAS blood testing may help guide patients on exposure reduction

A scanning electron microscope image of COVID particles emerging from the surface of a cell

Novel Antiviral Shortens COVID Illness in Outpatients, Reduces Viral Load

But trial did not provide data on the most clinically relevant outcomes, says expert

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