
Results of a Swedish study support the physiologic and psychological benefits of regular yoga practice for patients with AF.

Results of a Swedish study support the physiologic and psychological benefits of regular yoga practice for patients with AF.

Results of a large Taiwanese registry analysis could open discussion around avoidance of oral anticoagulants in post-ICH patients.

Research into wine’s health potency is ongoing. Get a tasting of the latest findings with this quick quiz.

Using music in medicine is an ancient practice. Here we review recent research efforts to better understand and apply music’s healing powers.

New US dietary guidelines emphasize the importance of vegetable consumption for stemming the tide of chronic diet-related diseases.

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Take this brief quiz to test your core knowledge of the health outcomes.

The 25% reduction in relative risk seen in patients treated to 120 vs 140 mm Hg corresponds to an absolute risk reduction of 1.6%.

Pioglitazone may prevent repeated cardiovascular events in some patients. Combined with omega-3 fatty acids, the drug also can improve lipid metabolism.

Slide Show: Catch up on the shift in research on how best to balance fat intake to prevent cardiovascular disease.

Chest pain at rest brought this 42-year-old man to the ED. He had experienced the pain in the past but only on exertion. He appears well on arrival. What does the ECG show?


Is eating chocolate really good for your patients’ health? Take this quick quiz on the pros and cons.

Surveys show that up to 48% of Americans are actively trying to lose weight. New research finds reliable support in short supply.

Tonic or poison? Elixir or toxin? These slides offer a quick review of the latest findings on the health pros and cons of imbibing.

Critics continue to call for independent analysis by outside investigators not involved with the original trial.

The risk includes a 1.99X higher risk for stroke and 1.93X higher risk of CV mortality, according to new research.

Results of a Norwegian study add to the evidence that shows moderate aerobic exercise is appropriate in patients with symptomatic AF.

Take this brief test on key health facts about drinking water to tap into your reservoir of knowledge, refresh your memory, and offer patients sound advice.

Who discovered circulation of blood? Where was the first US medical school? What do you remember about the history of primary care? Find 10 memorable events, here.

The response to caffeine is "somewhat idiosyncratic," say authors of a new study, and the widespread belief that it is bad for the heart doesn't seem to be true.

An elderly man is found in an altered state in his home by the Meals-on-Wheels delivery driver. Does the ECG tracing hold clues to his SOC?


... any amount at all. A new American College of Cardiology report says even minimal exercise helps lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

A mom brings her 2 young girls in for runny noses. But a close look at her face got this primary care doc thinking deeper thoughts.

Red meat has a dark side. Put your knowledge of the risks to the test in this quick quiz.