ACC: Expert Guidance Issued for Use of Non-Statin Therapies
Authors recommend addition of ezetimibe at 10 mg/day for higher-risk patients
Glycemic Load Tied to Breast, Prostate Cancers
Preliminary study finds more reasons to improve diet
ENDO: Tanning May Limit Skin’s Ability to Produce Vitamin D
Even those with significant sun exposure can have low levels of this essential vitamin
SIR: New Prostate Technique May Help Reduce Nocturia in BPH
Procedure partially blocks blood flow to the gland and appears to ease the need to urinate
ACC: Rate, Rhythm Control Both Effective for Post-Op A-Fib
Equal number of days of hospitalization, similar complication and persistent a-fib rates
USPSTF Recommends Against COPD Screening in Adults
Grade D recommendation indicates no benefit for people without respiratory symptoms
Hypoglycemia, Sleep Loss Prolong Cognitive Impairment
Sleep deprivation does not worsen impairment in type 1 diabetes, but recovery takes longer
Sensory Interventions Can Benefit Patients With Dementia
Eight categories of sensory stimulation interventions identified, including music and light therapy
ENDO: ‘Paleo’ Diet May Benefit Heart Health Post Menopause
Trendy eating plan may cut cholesterol, disease risks in postmenopausal women
ACC: TAVR Similar to Surgery for Intermediate-Risk Patients
Similar rate of any-cause death, disabling stroke for intermediate-risk patients with severe aortic stenosis
