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Tooth Loss More Prevalent in Adults With Chronic Disease

Adults with severe chronic disease or with fair or poor general health have a higher prevalence of edentulism and severe tooth loss.

High BMI, Blood Pressure Associated With Subclinical Hypothyroidism in Women

By

Rachael Beairsto

Women with elevated body mass index and hypertension are more likely to have subclinical hypothyroidism and may benefit from regular screening.

Meta-Analysis: Metabolic Outcomes Improve After Revisional Bariatric Surgery

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Amit Akirov, MD

Revisional bariatric surgery in patients with persistent metabolic disease may improve obesity-related comorbidities and metabolic outcomes.

Weight, Blood Pressure Higher in Younger Patients With T2D

Younger people who are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have higher weight and blood pressure than similarly aged people without diabetes.

Baseline DBP Does Not Modify CVD Benefit of Intensive SBP Lowering in Standard Glycemic Therapy for T2D

By

Rose Reeb

Baseline diastolic blood pressure does not affect the cardiovascular benefits of intensive lowering of systolic blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes.

High Prevalence of Primary Aldosteronism Observed

Primary aldosteronism is prevalent and increases in parallel with hypertension severity.

Higher Intake of Whole-Fat Dairy May Reduce Risk for Metabolic Syndrome

Higher intake of whole-fat dairy products is associated with a lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) as well as hypertension and diabetes.

Risk Score May Predict Critical Illness at COVID-19 Admission

A risk score based on 10 factors can predict the risk for developing critical illness at COVID-19 admission.

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Predispose Adolescents to Accelerated Vascular Aging

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Amit Akirov, MD

Adolescents with obesity or type 2 diabetes are at increased risk for progression of cardiovascular risk factors and accelerated early vascular aging.

Hypertension, Obesity, Diabetes Common in US Patients With COVID-19

The most common comorbidities among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in the New York City area are hypertension, obesity, and diabetes.

Psoriasis Associated With Metabolic and Cardiovascular Risk Factors

By

Emily Pond

A distinct association between psoriasis and metabolic and cardiovascular disorders is demonstrated in this study, which also found considerable sex differences in cardiovascular risk factors.