More Steps in a Day Tied to Lower Risk for Death
Step intensity not linked to significantly lower mortality risk after adjusting for total steps per day
Frailty Predicts Adverse Outcomes After Mitral Valve Replacement
Index hospitalization costs almost doubled in frail patients and 30-day readmission more frequent
Cumulative Dose of Oral Steroids Associated With HTN Incidence
Incidence of hypertension higher for adults on oral steroids for any of six chronic inflammatory diseases
Statement Addresses Concerns About Heart Meds and COVID-19
Patients advised to continue ACE inhibitors/ARBs after researcher posits risk for severe COVID-19 infection
Homeless Patients With AMI Have Distinct Risks, Outcomes
Homeless patients have higher 30-day readmission rates, more readmission for psychiatric causes
Poor Sleep Quality Linked to Greater Food Intake, Worse Diet
Poorer sleep quality linked to lower unsaturated fat intake and higher food weight, added sugar intake
Bariatric Surgery Tied to Lower Long-Term Risk for Major CV Events
Reduction mainly due to decrease in myocardial infarction, but not in acute ischemic stroke
Noncitizens Undertreated for Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Findings seen for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes versus born or naturalized U.S. citizens
Climate Similar in Cities With Biggest Outbreaks of COVID-19
Cities with significant outbreaks have similar winter climates, east-west distribution along same latitude
Nonsmoker Mortality Showcases Harm of Secondhand Smoke
One nonsmoker dies from secondhand tobacco smoke exposure for every 52 smokers
