Hip fracture risk increases with high intake of B6 and B12 vitamins
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 10, 2019
Older women who take high doses of vitamins B6 and B12 in combination are at increased risk of hip fracture, according to a large data analysis.
Clinical Briefs for Friday, October 11
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 10, 2019
Research sheds new light on how brain forms, recalls memories … FDA approves Dexcom G6 Pro continuous glucose monitor … Acute respiratory viral illness surveillance possible in long-term care: study...
Cardiac rehab should start with depression screening, researcher says
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 10, 2019
With nearly 20% of cardiac rehabilitation patients being depressed and anxious, outcomes may hinge on how clinicians handle mental health care.
Residents who regain weight forfeit diabetes improvements
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 09, 2019
People with diabetes who regained lost weight forfeited their lowered risk for stroke and heart disease, a Tufts University study has found.
Blood pressure drug increases heart failure survival, study shows
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 09, 2019
Blood pressure drug aliskiren can delay the progression of congestive heart failure and extend survival rates, a preclinical study has found.
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, October 10
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 09, 2019
Time in range is the new frontier in blood sugar monitoring: Opinion … Study retraction highlights problem of repeat COPD hospitalizations … Yoga improves balance, back pain in Parkinson’s … New...
Exercise good for seniors with heart problems – at any age
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Alicia Lasek
Oct 08, 2019
Seniors of all ages with cardiovascular disease benefit from exercise rehabilitation in both mind and body, according to a French study.
Omega-3 supplements found to complement depression treatment
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 08, 2019
Omega-3 supplements may reduce symptoms of major depression when used with antidepressants, according to Australian researchers.
Advances in diabetes care giving insulin users better blood sugar control
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 08, 2019
An expert panel has proposed post-meal strategies for people using insulin to control diabetes.
Clinical Briefs for Wednesday, October 9
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 08, 2019
Nuplazid slows relapses in dementia-related psychosis … Dog ownership may extend life of heart attack, stroke survivors … Growth factor shows promise for treating knee osteoarthritis … Drugs for...