Few differences seen globally in hypertension prevalence between socioeconomic groups
For Self-Measured BP, Smartphone App No Better Than Standard Device
SMBP paired with a connected smartphone app not superior to standard SMBP for BP reduction, patient satisfaction
Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Favored for Some A-Fib Patients
Baseline risks for stroke, bleeding determine whether LAAO is preferred to anticoagulants for a-fib patients with high bleeding risk
FDA: Common Diabetes Drug Januvia May Contain Traces of Carcinogen
Nitroso-STG-19 has been found in some samples of the drug
How Will New Federal Legislation Cut Drug Costs?
Under the law, Medicare will now be allowed to negotiate the cost of some drugs; vaccines will be free for Part D recipients
Direct-to-Consumer Advertising Has Positive Impact on Rx Demand
Large and positive association seen with medication-related demand intentions, with no negative impact on lifestyle-related intentions
Formulary Restrictions May Worsen Atrial Fibrillation Outcomes
Risk for adverse health outcomes higher for patients with Medicare Part D plans limiting access to non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants
Cardiovascular Complications of COVID-19 in Pregnancy Reviewed
Cardiovascular complications, such as myocardial injury, arrhythmias, and heart failure, may require change in pregnancy management
Causal Link Suggested for Psoriasis, Cardiovascular Disease
Increased risks noted for heart failure, atrial fibrillation, myocardial infarction, valvular heart disease, large artery stroke
Adult Cardiopathy Linked to Increased Risk for Dementia
Only 4 and 9 percent of this effect was mediated by atrial fibrillation or stroke