By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 28, 2025 (HealthDay News) — In a sudden about-face, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said it won’t slash funding for …
Early Combination of Lipid-Lowering Therapy Beneficial After Myocardial Infarction
In a recent study, one-year MACE incidences were 1.79, 2.58, and 4.03 per 100 patient-years for early, late, and no ezetimibe added to statins
Faster Walking Pace Cuts Risk for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Findings seen for all cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation
Cold Hypersensitivity, Heavy Leg Sensation Tied to Risk for Varicose Veins
Presence of cold hypersensitivity and heavy legs together may increase risk sevenfold
Most Patients Newly Diagnosed With A-Fib Do Not Receive Anticoagulants
One-year stroke risk was 0.7 and 1.8 percent for patients with CHA2DS2-VA scores of 1 to 4 and 5 to 8
Maternal Anemia in Early Pregnancy May Increase Risk for Congenital Heart Disease
Increased odds seen for giving birth to a child diagnosed with congenital heart disease within five years of birth
Federal Prosecutor Questions Medical Journals Over Alleged Bias
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, April 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — At least three medical journals have received letters from a top federal prosecutor questioning whether they mislead readers or …
Dual-Use of Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes Tied to Same Toxicant Exposure as Cigarettes Alone
Authors say dual use does not protect health
Heart Failure Tied to Worsening of Neuropsychological Symptoms
Significant cognitive decline, increased depressive symptoms, and reduced self-care reported among those with heart failure
Supreme Court Case Targets Free Preventive Care Provided by the Affordable Care Act
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 21, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Colonoscopy for younger adults. Chest CT scans for lung cancer. Statin medications to lower cholesterol. Screening for drug addiction.More …