December 23, 2024

Physical Activity May Shield Against Brain Aging

A study revealed that physically active septuagenarians with obesity showed "younger" brain ages than their sedentary counterparts, suggesting exercise may help preserve brain structure regardless of body mass index.

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December 23, 2024

ACC Issues New Post-Stroke Monitoring Guidelines

The American College of Cardiology releases a consensus document providing specific guidance for cardiac monitoring after stroke, outlining distinct approaches and recommendations based on stroke etiology.

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December 20, 2024

Introducing the Quirky Clinic

Each week we’ll dive into the strangest and most surprising medical stories, from cutting-edge science to unbelievable true tales.

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December 18, 2024

FDA Flags Serious Risk in Catheter Recall

The FDA has issued a 'most serious' classification for the recall of Boston Scientific's catheters used in minimally invasive surgery, linked to reports of esophageal injury and fatalities.

Reuters

December 18, 2024

Does Anger at Health Care Drive Change?

In-depth exploration of public anger towards the American health care system throughout history, potential for change, and Hollywood's portrayal of health insurance-related events.

KFF Health News

December 16, 2024

Does Ozempic Double Eye Disease Risk?

Danish health authorities seek EU review of studies linking Novo Nordisk's Ozempic to rare eye condition in type 2 diabetes patients.

Reuters

December 16, 2024

Smoke Travels 2,100 Miles, Hits Heart Health

A case-only study published in JAMA Network Open reveals a significant increase in cardiopulmonary clinical encounters in Maryland during June 2023, associated with remote wildfire smoke exposure, extending beyond the immediate wildfire vicinity.

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December 16, 2024

New Guidelines Address Elder Surgery Care

Expanded preoperative evaluations can reduce postoperative delirium by 23% in older adults, but frailty doubles the risk—are your patients screened effectively?

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December 16, 2024

New Four-Stage System Redefines AF Care

New atrial fibrillation management guidelines embrace a novel 4-stage classification system and early rhythm control strategy, with clinical trials showing a 21% reduction in cardiovascular outcomes when rhythm control is initiated within 12 months of diagnosis.

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