Medical Humor Goes Off the Charts
One-liners and bloopers and puns, oh my! Venture here into the mad and merry old Land of Osler, where laughter, the best medicine, reigns supreme.
Study Shows Myocarditis Caused by COVID-19 is Rare, Despite Previous Research
New research shows myocarditis is less common among COVID-19 patients than previously reported.
Oral Ulcers in Behçet Disease: A Quiz on the Differential Diagnosis
Oral ulceration is common in Behcet disease, but other disorders have similar and overlapping features. Test your knowledge of differential dx in BD.
Quality of Life Factors in Behçet Disease
In Behçet disease, disease activity and manifestations can significantly impact quality of life; lifestyle choices also play a role. We highlight 8 studies to help illustrate.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 2, 2020
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 9 million; global cases have reached 46 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Influenza Coinfection with COVID-19: NIH Treatment Considerations
Recent NIH COVID-19 guideline updates include evidence-based considerations for treatment of patients hospitalized with flu and COVID-19 coinfection.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 30, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 45 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Continued Smoking from Young Age Increases Risk for Premature Death
Compared with never smokers, current smokers face nearly 3-times the risk of premature death from heart disease or stroke, according to a new study.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 29, 2020
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
Primary Viewpoints Episode 4: Lp(a): The Next CVD Target?
Patrick Moriarty, MD, from the University of Kansas Medical Center, discusses the role of Lp(a) as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease and the phase 3 trials of a potential treatment.
Guideline-directed Weight Loss: 4 Questions for Primary Care Physicians
Rapidly rising obesity rates in the US threaten to reverse decades of effort against cardiometabolic disease. How well do you know what experts recommend for your at-risk patients?
The Obesity Paradox: How Real is It?
Carl "Chip" Lavie, MD, author of the original book titled, "The Obesity Paradox" explains the paradox of metabolic health in the obese, how it wanes, and an essential element to maintain it.
New USPSTF Colorectal Cancer Screening Draft Recommendation Includes Adults Aged 45 Years
For the first time, the USPSTF recommends colorectal cancer screening in adults beginning at age 45.
4 Questions for PCPs on Prevention and Management of Cardiometabolic Diseases
Waist circumference measures, complementary antihypertensives, appropriate exercise levels for T2D patients--test what you know about cardiometabolic risk and management.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 28, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 44 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Stroke Rates Rising Among US Young Adults, yet 1 in 3 Don’t Know Common Symptoms
New research shows nearly 30% of US young adults do not know the 5 most common stroke symptoms, almost 3 million are not aware of any symptoms.
What do you Know about Weight Loss Medications?
Weight loss is essential to arrest the cardiovascular disease and metabolic dysfunction linked to obesity. What do you know about the drugs now available that may help?
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 27, 2020
How many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the US? How many people have been tested? Get your daily COVID-19 update here.
Kidney Week: Dapagliflozin Renoprotective, Cardioprotective in CKD Patients
Dapagliflozin is renoprotective and cardioprotective in chronic kidney disease patients, suggests a secondary analysis of the DAPA-CKD trial presented at Kidney Week 2020.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 26, 2020
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 surged in these 5 states, global cases topped 43 million, and more COVID-19 data to know about today, October 26, 2020.
