Cardiovascular Disease Still Leading Cause of Death Worldwide
18.6 million deaths attributed to CVD in 2019, representing a 17.1 percent increase from 2010
Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehab Beneficial for Stroke Survivors
Exercise-based cardiac rehab improves exercise endurance with improvement on six-minute walk test and maximum metabolic equivalents
Hospitalizations for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Up in Australia
Risk factors include peripheral sensory neuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, nephropathy, and poor glycemic control
Moderate Alcohol Consumption Does Not Up Stroke Risk in A-Fib
Risk for stroke or systemic embolism not increased with low-to-moderate drinking; no increased risk found for bleeding
Cases of Idiopathic Intracranial HTN on the Rise in Wales
Prevalence of IIH is associated with increasing body mass index in the population and increased deprivation
Hahn Resigns as Head of FDA, Dr. Janet Woodcock New Interim Chief
A permanent FDA commissioner has not yet been nominated, but Woodcock is under consideration
Stem Cell Transplant May Slow Disability in Multiple Sclerosis
Long-term outcomes assessed in 210 patients with MS who underwent autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
Retinal Changes Linked to Cognitive Function in T1DM Patients
Structural and vascular changes detected on noninvasive retinal imaging tied to performance on tests of cognitive function
Continuing Blood Pressure Meds Safe for Those With COVID-19
No difference in outcomes seen among hospitalized COVID-19 patients continuing, discontinuing renin-angiotensin system inhibitors
Rates of Suicide, Suicide Attempts Up for Individuals With Autism
More than 90 percent of those with ASD with suicide attempt, suicide had another comorbid condition
