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Ultraprocessed Foods Raise Risk for Cardiometabolic Issues in Children, According to New Research
Findings underscore a need for public health initiatives to educate vulnerable populations on cardiometabolic risks, researchers report.
GLP-1RAs Linked to Lower Risk for Cirrhosis in Patients with MASLD, Type 2 Diabetes: Daily Dose
Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.
Once-a-Week Insulin Matches Daily Insulin in Lowering HbA1c: Daily Dose
Blood-Based Test May be Effective Option for Colorectal Cancer Screening in Average-Risk Adults
DDW 2024. An investigational blood-based screening test demonstrated nearly a 80% sensitivity for detecting CRC, according to a large prospective study.
Drug Use in the US: Best and Worst States in 2024
Which state has the lowest percentage of teen drug users? Or the highest percentage of adults with unmet drug-treatment needs? Answers from a new report, here.
Children of Parents with Obesity or Overweight Face Increased Risk of MASLD Later in Life
DDW 2024. Offspring with both parents with overweight had a nearly 3-fold increased risk of MASLD in young adulthood, according to new data.
Risk of Diabetes-related Complications Higher in Men than Women: Daily Dose
GLP-1 Agonists Reduce Risk of Cirrhosis, HCC in Adults with MASLD and T2D
DDW 24. New research shows patients with MASLD and T2D who used GLP-1 agonists had a reduced risk of progression to cirrhosis and HCC vs non-users.
Irregular Menstrual Cycle Linked to Cardiometabolic Conditions Regardless of PCOS Status: Daily Dose
New Study Shows Men with Diabetes Have Higher Risk of Disease-related Complications than Women
Men with diabetes had a greater risk of CVD, lower limb and kidney complications, and diabetic retinopathy compared to women with diabetes.
Vaping, Drinking Before Pregnancy Not Tied to Higher Risk of Miscarriage: Daily Dose
Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome in the US: Daily Dose
AstraZeneca’s Investigational COVID-19 Prevention Drug Reduces Risk of Infection in Immunocompromised Persons
Sipavibart met both dual primary endpoints in the SUPERNOVA phase 3 trial.
Irregular Menstrual Cycle Associated with Cardiometabolic Conditions in Women Regardless of PCOS Status
New research shows that menstrual irregularity is associated with a higher prevalence of cardiometabolic conditions in women, even in the absence of PCOS.
SGLT2i Use and Improved QoL, Functional Capacity in Adults With HF: Daily Dose
May Issue of Patient Care Online Digital Edition is Now Live
Find details on a novel web tool found to help patients determine their eligibility for OTC statin use, FDA clearance of the first AI-based algorithm to detect HF during routine exams, and more.
Colorectal Cancer Rates Significantly Rising among Younger Adults and Teens, According to New Research
DDW 24. Among patients aged 15 to 19 years, the incidence of CRC rose 333% over a 22-year period, researchers reported.
FDA Approves Novel Noninvasive Multitarget Stool RNA CRC Screening Test: Daily Dose
Moderna Will Have to Wait for FDA Approval of Investigational RSV Vaccine
While Moderna expects mRNA-1345 to be approved later this month, the company cites FDA administrative constraints as reason for delay.
Use of Most Contraceptive Methods Decreased from 2019-2022: Daily Dose
Pilot Referral Program May Help Increase Postpartum Visits to Primary Care Clinicians
Women referred from obstetrics to primary care postpartum via a pilot program were more likely to attend a PCP visit than nonreferred women.
American’s Views on Mental Health Care: Survey Finds Most Perceive Gaps
From top barriers in seeking treatment to how well mental health issues are identified and treated, find out what US adults really think about the mental health care system.
Poor Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health “Widespread” among US Adults, According to New Study
Results also showed that older adults, men, and Black adults face an increased risk of advanced stages of CKM syndrome.
Anxiety Raises Risk for Acute Exacerbations in Older Adults with COPD: Daily Dose
Children with HTN Have 2-times Higher Risk of Major Adverse Cardiac Events, According to New Research
Findings suggest that optimizing care for children with hypertension may reduce the risk of adult CVD, report researchers.
Severe Maternal Morbidity Associated with Mental Health Risks Post-Delivery: Daily Dose
SGLT2 Inhibitor Use Improves Quality of Life, Functional Capacity in Patients with Heart Failure
Patients with HF who received SGLT2i therapy had significant improvement in functional capacity and QOL, regardless of sex, diabetes status, or ejection fraction, report researchers.
Adults with Prior Antiobesity Medication Use Before Semaglutide Use Lose More Weight: Daily Dose
FDA Approves New Antibiotic for Uncomplicated UTI: Daily Dose
Use of Most Contraceptive Methods Declined from 2019 to 2022, Except Vasectomies, According to New Data
More advanced practice clinicians and fewer physicians are providing contraception services, researchers reported.
