Mixed Topics
Original Research
Nivolumab Use for First-Line Management of Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Results of a Real-World Cohort of Patients
Several clinical trials have shown tolerability and efficacy of nivolumab to manage hepatocellular carcinoma; however, the outcomes in this...
News
Health sector has spent $464 million on lobbying in 2020
PhRMA leads sector through the third quarter, with the American Hospital Association just behind.
Conference Coverage
Novel drug slows progression of diabetic kidney disease
Finerenone, a selective, nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist, significantly reduced both renal and cardiovascular events, with good...
Conference Coverage
TDF preferred in PrEP for Blacks and women, studies indicate
News
Red hair in women linked to elevated CRP levels in Nurses’ Health Study
Genetic red hair in women was associated with increased C-reactive protein, a potential cardiovascular risk marker.
News
Popularity of virtual conferences may mean a permanent shift
Within a half hour of the ACC’s opening session of its virtual conference, nearly 13,000 people had logged on from around the world.
News
Fecal transplant linked to reduced C. difficile mortality
A hospital’s switch to fecal transplants was associated with reduced mortality in patients with severe or fulminant Clostridioides difficile...
News
Female cardiac advantage essentially lost after MI
The protective effect against coronary heart disease that women have for an initial event was not maintained for recurrent CHD events including...
News
AHA issues new scientific statement on heart health for LGBTQ adults
The AHA urges routine check of cardiovascular health and efforts to combat discrimination in the health care setting for LGBTQ adults.
Opinion
Geriatric patients: My three rules for them
“Keeping moving” is probably the most important thing a patient can do for their health.