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FDA okays empagliflozin for HF regardless of ejection fraction
The expanded indication for the SGLT2 inhibitor empagliflozin (Jardiance) now includes heart failure with mid-range or preserved left ventricular...
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Could the protective effect on heart disease of eating more veg be exaggerated?
“In short, this paper should in no way change advice to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.”
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Robotic transcranial Doppler improves PFO detection after stroke
It’s hoped that use of the robotic device will increase the number of shunts identified.
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USPSTF tweaks primary prevention statin recommendations in new draft guidance
The task force concluded “with moderate certainty” that a statin prescription will clinically benefit adults 40-75 years without CVD but with at...
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More evidence links MI to cognitive decline over time
Researchers are increasingly recognizing the vascular contribution to cognitive impairment. This could involve “silent” or subclinical strokes...
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New MIS-C guidance addresses diagnostic challenges, cardiac care
New updates in this third version of the American College of Rheumatology’s guidance include a recommendation for dual therapy with IVIg and...
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DOACs comparable to warfarin in CVT
“This real-world data supports use of direct oral anticoagulant drugs as a reasonable alternative to warfarin in patients with cerebral venous...
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Full-press therapy rare in diabetes with ASCVD
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Biden’s FDA chief nominee narrowly wins Senate confirmation
Dr. Robert Califf returns to lead the FDA as the U.S. continues to cope with the pandemic and opioid epidemic.
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Statin intolerance ‘overestimated and overdiagnosed’
Fewer than 10% of patients experience statin intolerance, meaning that the vast majority of patients can be treated effectively, with very good...