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Less Sleep Tied to Lower Bone Mineral Density in Women
Higher risk for osteoporosis also seen with less than five hours of sleep per night
Cannabis Use Disorder Has Declined Among Teens, Young Adults
Findings seen among those reporting daily/almost daily use, 2002 to 2016
Revision, Removal Risks Low for Synthetic Midurethral Slings
Long-term risks for reoperation, recurrence low in women treated for stress urinary incontinence
Common TB Vaccine Associated With Lower Lung Cancer Rates
In 60-year follow-up, significantly lower lung cancer rates seen for those with childhood BCG vaccination
AHA: Risk for Ischemic CV Events Lower With Colchicine After MI
Risk for composite efficacy end point reduced with colchicine versus placebo after myocardial infarction
AHA: Impact of Valsartan Recall Examined for Ontario, Canada
Immediate increase in emergency department visits for hypertension seen after generic valsartan recall
About Half of Middle-Age Adults Believe They May Develop Dementia
Only 5.2 percent of patients had discussed dementia prevention with their physician
AHA: Predictors for Meeting LDL-C, SBP Goals ID’d in ISCHEMIA
Older age, male sex, high-intensity statin use, lower baseline LDL-C predict LDL-C goal attainment
FDA Sends Warning Letter About OTC Drugs to Dollar Tree
Letter outlines corrective actions company needs to take, including ensuring they do not import impure drugs
FDA Panel: Expand Use of Fish Oil Drug Vascepa
Research shows drug can reduce rates of dangerous cardiovascular events in high-risk patients
