Artificial Intelligence Proves Effective for Atrial Fibrillation Detection
A single AI-enabled ECG identified AF with a sensitivity of 79%, a specificity of 79.5%, and an overall accuracy of 79.4%, according to a new study.
Do NOT Abandon Diastole
Both systolic and diastolic blood pressure elevations independently predict MI amd ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, according to a large, cohort study.
Blood Pressure Patterns Later in Life Linked to Dementia Risk
A recent study suggests blood pressure patterns later in life may be linked to dementia risk. Which patient cohort is at an increased risk?
Diabetes and the Flu: A Dangerous Duo
Help keep patients with diabetes healthy this flu season with a few of these quick reminders on vaccination, medication, comorbidities, and more.
Endurance Training and Atrial Fibrillation: Sex Matters
A large Swedish cohort study suggests that when it come to risk of atrial fibrillation, there are differences in the way women and men respond to endurance training.
Update: AGA Clinical Guidelines on Management of Mild-Moderate Ulcerative Colitis
Most patients with UC have mild-moderate disease; updated recommendations reflect the AGA’s effort to promote standardized care for this group.
Estradiol Levels Predict Fracture Risk During the Menopausal Transition
Authors of a new study found that estradiol levels can be used to predict fracture risk among women during the menopausal transition.
Early Menopause Linked to Shorter Life and Diabetes
Researchers found that women who experience early menopause do not live as long and experience more years with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
AHA Abstract Wrap-up: Smoking, Cessation, and TV Behavior
Three abstracts from AHA 2018 shed light on long-term impacts of smoking (and cessation) on CV disease and how CV disease influences sedentary behavior.
Hypertension Guidelines 2017 & 2014 Revisions: Estimated Impact on CV Events and Deaths in US Adults
What impact could the latest 2017 hypertension guidelines have on your patients? Click through our quick slideshow to find out.
Money Talks! Smoking Cessation Rates Better when Financial Incentives Augment Free Aids
Money talks in a new study showing financial incentives, in addition to free smoking cessation aids, help employees quit smoking at a higher rate.
Obesity Briefs from the AACE Annual Scientific & Clinical Congress
Highlights include: POC A1c testing in prediabetes screening, first-year weight loss after bariatric surgery, and predicting fracture risk in obese patients.
Metformin Reduces Mild Statin-Induced Myalgia
Risk of non-severe statin muscle pain was reduced in T2DM patients taking both metformin and statins, according to this recent study.
What's New In Obesity Research: A Three Article Review
What does the latest research show on obesity? Scroll through our slideshow to see what three recent studies found on obesity.
