Statins, Fibrates Linked to 30% Lower Stroke Risk in Elderly
But no association between statins and lower risk of coronary heart disease in this group
Recommendations Developed for Responding to ICU Tx Requests
Multisociety recommendations on responding to requests for potentially inappropriate tx in ICU
Most Distinctive Causes of Death Mapped by U.S. State
Map depicts variety of causes, including 15,000 HIV deaths in Florida, 22 syphilis deaths in Louisiana
ATS: Aspirin Use Linked to Slower Progression of Emphysema
Slower progression of percent emphysema on CT after adjustment for multiple variables
ATS: Sleep Apnea May Boost Depression Risk in Men
Researcher says cause and effect can't be proved, but link between the two conditions is strong
Mortality, Stroke Risks Vary Widely After Carotid Stenting
Stroke, death more common at some centers than others
Pain Med Rx + Medical Cannabis Doesn’t Seem to Up Abuse Risk
But researchers say doctors should be kept informed of dual usage
AAFP Urges CMS to Safeguard Continuity of Care for Seniors
AAFP, other groups concerned about commercial entities undermining value of annual wellness visit
Early Insulin Initiation Beneficial in Seniors With T2DM
Benefits for early insulin initiation without increasing risk of hypoglycemia, health care costs
Patients With ICDs Fare Better When More Active
Those who are most active soon after getting heart device tend to live longer
