Smartphone App for Remotely Managing Hypertension Effective in T2D
Remote blood pressure monitoring by a smartphone app effectively reduces systolic blood pressure at 6 weeks.
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AHA Issues Scientific Statement on Accurate Blood Pressure Readings
The American Heart Association has updated its scientific statement on blood pressure readings.
LDL-C Levels May Not Affect CVD Event Risk in Certain Patients With Hypertension
Researchers evaluated the relationship between low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and cardiovascular outcomes in patients with hypertension at increased cardiovascular risk.
Comorbid Metabolic Syndrome, Psoriatic Arthritis Linked to Reduced Health-Related Quality of Life
Patients with plaque psoriasis have a reduced health-related quality of life, mainly in terms of emotional aspects.
Cardiovascular Comorbidity Screening Should Be Conducted in COPD With Obesity
Hypertension and diabetes are especially prevalent comorbidities in obese patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Primary Hypertension May Not Affect Prognosis of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
The presence of primary hypertension does not appear to have an effect on the prognosis of postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Reducing Systolic Blood Pressure With Liraglutide: Predictors and Correlates
Patients with type 2 diabetes treated with liraglutide experience a greater reduction in systolic BP if they have lower baseline continuous glucose monitoring values and higher diastolic BP.
Edentulism Associated With Risk for Hypertension After Menopause
Postmenopausal women with edentulism are at an increased risk for developing hypertension.
Interpregnancy Period Should Maximize Women’s Health
Providers should maximize women’s health during the interpregnancy period, continuing care beyond the immediate postpartum period.
Knit One, Purl One: The Health Benefits of Knitting
Knitting is both process- and product-oriented, encompassing repetitive tasks that can exercise physical and cognitive skills
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