Guidelines Developed for Optimizing Treatment of HFrEF
Consensus statement addresses 10 pivotal issues in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction
Rituximab Effective for Lupus-Associated Cytopenia
Overall initial response rate of 86 percent in 71 patients, with complete response for 60.5 percent
Exposure to PM2.5, Ozone at Low Levels Linked to Mortality
Link between short-term exposure to levels below air quality standards, mortality in Medicare population
Plasma Volume Changes May Mediate Effects of Empagliflozin
Findings suggest reduced CV mortality risk mediated by effects on markers of plasma volume
Survival Down With Ventricular Arrhythmia Early Post CF-LVAD
Findings from retrospective review of patients with contemporary continuous flow LVAD implantation
FDA Removes Boxed Warning From Certain Asthma Medications
Decision applies to long-acting beta agonists used in combination with inhaled corticosteroids
Dietary Factors May Play Role in Preserving Lung Function
Apple, banana, tomato intake linked to slower decline in forced vital capacity in ex-smokers
Early-Stage Cancer Diagnoses Up With ACA’s Medicaid Expansions
Both overall and early diagnosis of cancer increased in first year of expansions
Wearing Amber Lenses Before Bed May Help With Insomnia
Improvements in Pittsburgh Insomnia Rating Scale and significant delay in reported wake-up time
Findings Support Comprehensive Approach for Seniors With Cancer
Persistent symptoms, comorbidities, leisure-time physical activity, financial challenges deemed key factors
