Evolocumab Found Effective in Reducing Plasma LDL-C in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Treatment with evolocumab was found to be effective in reducing plasma levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in familial hypercholesterolemia.
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Obesity May Limit Response to Ustekinumab for Treatment of Psoriasis
Patients with psoriasis who are naïve to biologic agents and patients who are within normal weight ranges may benefit the most from treatment with ustekinumab.
High Levels of Genetically Determined Testosterone Linked to Adverse Metabolic Effects in Women
Higher levels of testosterone are associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in women but play a protective role against type 2 diabetes in men.
To Reduce Unhealthy Food Intake in Children, Motivate Their Parents
Children are less likely to overconsume unhealthy foods if their parents are confident that they can plan and succeed in limiting intake of these foods, even in the face of everyday barriers that may make unhealthy food provision a more convenient option.
Processed and Red Meat Increases Risk for All-Cause Mortality, CVD Incidence
A US study has found that increased intake of red meat is associated with an increased risk for all-cause mortality in adults.
Prevention and Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers May Benefit From Multimodal Approach
A number of recent adjunctive therapy trends in the management of diabetic foot ulcers show promise and may become the new standard of care.
AI and Machine Learning Technology Can Detect Nocturnal Hypoglycemic Events
Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven, noninvasive technology that is capable of detecting nocturnal hypoglycemic events from raw ECG signals without the need for a finger-prick test.
More Research Is Needed to Better Diagnose, Treat Systemic Chronic Inflammation
In an effort to prevent and lower the risk of inflammation-related diseases, a multi-institutional team of researchers based in the United States, South America, and Europe are calling for improvements to the way in which systemic chronic inflammation is diagnosed and treated.
Dose-Dependent Association Between Lp(a) Molar Concentration and CVD Risk
There was a dose-dependent association between the molar concentration of lipoprotein (a), and the risk of developing a number of cardiovascular diseases.
Diabetes May Increase Risk for Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma After Mohs Surgery
Clinical factors such as history of solid organ transplantation, presence of diabetes, history of other malignancies, and poor histologic differentiation were significant risk factors for recurrence of cutaneous SCC in Asian patients treated with Mohs surgery.
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