October 04, 2024

Epilepsy Linked to Heart Risks in Seniors

A recent study reveals that older adults with a history of epilepsy face a heightened risk of cardiovascular events, with medication use playing a significant role in this association.

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October 01, 2024

PAH Study Critique: Selexipag's Real-World Impact

Real-world data analysis reveals early selexipag addition may reduce hospitalization risk in PAH patients, but study design limitations warrant cautious interpretation.

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October 01, 2024

Mammograms Reveal Heart Risk: New Study

Automated breast arterial calcification scoring on routine mammograms independently predicted cardiovascular outcomes and mortality, with the strongest association seen in women aged 40-59 years.

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September 27, 2024

New RBC Transfusion Guidelines: Restrictive Approach Prevails

The new guidelines recommend a restrictive RBC transfusion strategy for critically ill adults, including those with acute gastrointestinal bleeding and cardiac surgery. The guidelines advise against a restrictive strategy in acute coronary syndrome and suggest relying on expert opinion for isolated troponin elevation, while advising against permissive transfusion thresholds in septic shock.

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September 27, 2024

U.S. Nonprofit Hospitals Gained $37.4B in 2021 Tax Benefits

New analysis reveals U.S. nonprofit hospitals received $37.4 billion in tax benefits in 2021, with more than half attributed to state and local taxes. The benefits varied significantly by state and were concentrated among a small number of hospitals.

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September 24, 2024

Heart Guidelines Evolve for Noncardiac Surgery

Heart guideline overhaul urges judicious testing and team-based care for noncardiac surgery, as new data reveals myocardial injury after noncardiac surgery as a critical postoperative concern.

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September 23, 2024

Physicians Urged to Scrutinize Employers Beyond Salary

Beyond salary and work-life balance, physicians seeking new roles should evaluate potential employers' governance, reward systems, and culture, according to a viewpoint published in JAMA Internal Medicine.

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September 23, 2024

Cardiovascular Genes Linked to Psoriasis Risk

Genetic markers for heart disease surprisingly linked to 22% higher psoriasis risk, challenging conventional understanding of their relationship.

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September 23, 2024

Sickle Cell Stroke Rates Rise Post-STOP

Despite STOP trial interventions, ischemic stroke rates for children in California with sickle cell disease increased by 42% from 1999-2009 to 2010-2019, a large population-based study reveals.

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