Temporal hs-cTnT Increase Linked to Risk of CHD, CHF
Temporal increases in high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T over six years linked to increased risks
Postural Instability Predicts Off-Loading Nonadherence in T2DM
Better off-loading predicted by larger and more severe DFUs, more severe neuropathy, foot pain
Women With A-Fib Less Likely to Receive Oral Anticoagulants
Even though they have a higher stroke risk from the condition than men
Wearable Artificial Kidney Does Well in Proof-of-Concept Trial
Small trial suggests device might be feasible, potentially freeing patients from dialysis machines
New Synthetic Drug Linked to Dozens of Deaths Across U.S.
U-47700 is an opioid that is nearly eight times more powerful than morphine
FDA Warns of Overdoses of Anti-Diarrhea Drug
Loperamide can cause serious heart problems when taken in higher-than-recommended amounts
Productivity Up for Stand-Capable Desk Users
Increased productivity compared with seated counterparts; productivity increases over time
No Significant Weight Change With Adjuvant Sulfonylureas
Addition maintains glycemic control without weight change among patients with T2DM taking metformin
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs Cut Opioid Use
Reduction in rate of prescribing of Schedule II opioids seen immediately after program launch
Electroacupuncture May Benefit Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Patients undergoing electroacupuncture reported less disability and less severe symptoms