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Childhood trauma tied to increased Parkinson’s disease severity
The relationship between childhood trauma and PD appears to be dose dependent, new research shows.
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Does CRC risk in IBD extend to close family members?
Extra screening for CRC may not be needed for children, siblings, or parents of those with IBD, new study findings suggest.
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FDA declines approval for omecamtiv mecarbil in HFrEF
The Food and Drug Administration’s decision followed the consensus of its advisory committee.
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FDA warns of potential problems with Abbott Trifecta valves
The FDA and Abbott warn about a potential risk of early structural valve deterioration with the Abbott Trifecta valve and Trifecta valve with...
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Regular laxative use tied to increased dementia risk
Those who reported regular laxative use had a 51% increased risk of dementia due to any cause, a new study finds.
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Real-world survival benefit with CDK4/6 inhibitors in MBC
Treatment with endocrine therapy alone “should have a limited role in early lines of therapy for patients with HR+/HER2– MBC.”
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Spinal cord stimulation restores poststroke arm, hand function in two patients
“We found that after a few weeks of use, some of these improvements endure when the stimulation is switched off, indicating exciting avenues for...
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Cardiologists weigh in on ethically challenging issues
In a new survey, cardiologists talk about disclosing medical mistakes, breaching patient confidentiality, and other ethically challenging issues...
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Cold snare polypectomy tops hot snare for small polyps
“The lower rate of delayed bleeding means fewer emergency service visits or hospital stays, saving medical expenses.”
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‘Quick, affordable’ test helps predict CGRP response for migraine
Pretreatment nonictal cephalic allodynia identified galcanezumab responders with nearly 80% accuracy.
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New ACC, AHA, SCAI interventional cardiology training guidance
The document provides a roadmap for program directors and interventional cardiology trainees to help them progress through important training...
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Factors linked to higher risk for death in young cancer survivors
Study indicates that treating chronic health conditions alone may not be enough to increase a cancer survivor’s lifespan.
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Diabetes drug tied to lower dementia risk
Risk for dementia is doubled in adults with T2DM, say the authors of a new paper.
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Breast cancer exacts high financial toll worldwide
The rate of financial toxicity was much higher in low- and middle-income countries – affecting 79% of patients.
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‘Sighing’ tops mindfulness for reduced stress, improved mood
Controlled breathwork has emerged as a potential tool to manage stress and boost well-being.