Lipid-lowering drugs save lives, but use decreasing
Dec 01, 2023
In 2019 to 2020, 56% of patients with high cholesterol were on statins for primary prevention and 85% were on them for secondary prevention.
High systolic BP tied to higher cardiovascular mortality in T2DM
Dec 01, 2023
Similarly, very low diastolic blood pressure increases the cardiovascular mortality risk with diabetes.
EPA proposes removing 100 percent of lead pipes from US water system
Nov 30, 2023
Utility companies expected to cover most of the cost, but there is $15 billion available in the 2021 infrastructure law to help
Mean platelet volume linked to mortality in peritoneal dialysis patients
Nov 22, 2023
MPV ≥10.2 fL was independently associated with all-cause mortality and cardiovascular mortality.
2015 to 2018 hypertension prevalence nearly 50 percent in the United States
Nov 22, 2023
The prevalence of stage 2 hypertension was about 30%; approximately 70% received treatment.
AHA: Sodium reduction in diet lowers blood pressure in seniors
Nov 16, 2023
A decline in blood pressure from high- to low-sodium diet was independent of hypertension status; it generally was consistent across subgroups.
AHA: Fresh produce prescription improves glycemic control
Nov 14, 2023
The findings were seen among low-income individuals with diabetes and poor glycemic control.
Few adults talk to providers about BP risks of OTC pain relievers
Nov 07, 2023
The findings show that fewer than half of patients with high blood pressure have had these conversations.
FDA approves Voquezna for erosive esophagitis, GERD
Nov 07, 2023
A Phase 3 trial showed noninferiority versus lansoprazole in healing and maintenance phases.
High remote patient monitoring practices offer improved hypertension care
Nov 07, 2023
An increase was seen in hypertension medication fills, days’ supply and unique medications received, but an increase in hypertension-linked spending also was seen.