Cardiology
From the Journals
Doctors prescribe fewer statins in the afternoon
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Vegetarians have better cholesterol levels, and more, than meat eaters
Long-term vegetarians have better levels of a number of cardiovascular biomarkers than meat eaters, especially in total and LDL cholesterol.
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ACC 21 looks to repeat success despite pandemic headwinds
Plans for a hybrid meeting this year have pivoted again to fully virtual, but the focus on connection, education, and late-breaking science...
PURLs
Automated office BP measurement: The new standard in HTN screening
Obtain greater accuracy in blood pressure measurement with an automated office device.
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A review of the latest USPSTF recommendations
The Task Force has expanded the age range for screening for hepatitis C virus infection in adolescents and adults, and now endorses behavioral...
From the Journals
High teen BMI linked to stroke risk in young adulthood
Finding holds true for men and women, even for those individuals with BMIs in the high-normal range.
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Coffee intake may be driven by cardiovascular symptoms
Observational results show those with hypertension, angina, or arrhythmia drink less coffee than others, which may explain mixed results in...
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Reassuring data on impact of mild COVID-19 on the heart
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FDA blazes path for ‘real-world’ evidence as proof of efficacy
FDA leaders must finalize guidance this year on submitting real-world observational evidence for regulatory decisions on drug and device efficacy...
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Fresh look at ISCHEMIA bolsters conservative message in stable CAD
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Operational changes in primary care linked with improved smoking, blood pressure outcomes
Results suggest smaller practices are more likely to be able to make such changes.