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Why You Need To Lift Heavy Things

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Physical activity is arguably the best metric for predicting longevity 1. The majority of this effect is driven by the impact of aerobic fitness. But think of aerobic fitness, likely the power output of a mechanical excavator. Necessary, but if the joints and limbs of the machine cannot transmit that power, then it is of limited use. The same is true of humans.

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1 in 4 Adults in the Community Meet PTSD Criteria Following Mass Shooting

HCPLive

A new study found probable PTSD was prevalent among adults in the community after a mass shooting, with greater prevalence among those previously assaulted.

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PVCs and their relationship to P waves, some examples

ECG Guru

In order to differentiate supraventricular extrasystoles/tachycardias with aberrant conduction from ventricular extrasystoles/tachycardias, the search for P waves is often very important. Here are some examples of how the P waves can be positioned around the ventricular extrasystoles.

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Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month 2024: Everything You Need to Know

Cassling

Each year, Cassling is honored to connect diagnostic imaging teams with free resources to celebrate their sonographers during Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month. We’ve been doing this for a number of years, and every year we pick a new theme, artwork and slogan. In years past, we’ve featured everything from a take on Rosie the Riveter being “Sonography Strong” to spinning some records with Good Vibrations, and many more.

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Current indications and surgical strategies for myocardial revascularization in patients with left ventricular dysfunction: a scoping review

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM) accounts for more than 60% of congestive heart failure cases and is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Myocardial revascularization in patients with left ventricu.

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Intermountain opens new cardiac rehab clinic

Becker's Hospital Review - Cardiology

"Discover Intermountain Health's new cardiac rehab clinic at Riverton Hospital, bringing cutting-edge care closer to home for patients in Salt Lake City's south

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FDA Approves Deuruxolitinib for Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata

HCPLive

Adults with severe alopecia were shown to have statistically significant efficacy across 2 phase 3 clinical studies highlighted in this announcement.

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Dupilumab Reduces Exacerbations Among Children with Severe Asthma Up to 2 Years

HCPLive

HCPLive is a comprehensive clinical news and information portal that provides physicians with up-to-date specialty and disease-specific resources designed to help them provide better care to patients. At HCPLive, you will find breaking news, video interviews with physician experts, in-depth conference coverage, finance and practice management updates, insight and analysis from physician contributors, and more.

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Complete Right Bundle Branch Block With AV Block and More

ECG Guru

This is the ECG of a 50-year-old man with a congenital heart defect (we do not have exact details). To interpret an ECG with several different abnormalities, you have to proceed systematically. You can see my comments in the second picture. Perhaps Dawn would like to add something?

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FMT May Combat Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Resistance in Advanced Solid Cancers

HCPLive

New research suggests combined treatment with fecal microbiota transplant and anti-PD-1 inhibitors may help overcome immune checkpoint inhibitor resistance in gastrointestinal cancers.

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Successfully saving a child with destuctive iliac artery damage by hybrid surgery

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Non-iatrogenic trauma of the iliac artery is rarely reported but is always life-threatening. In this report, we describe the case of a child with complete transection and partial disappearance of the iliac art.

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New Topline Data Released on Epinephrine Sublingual Film for Severe Allergies

HCPLive

These new data were announced by Aquestive Therapeutics and if approved, Anaphylm Sublingual Film could be the first orally-delivered, non-invasive severe allergy treatment.

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Cardiac Electrophysiology (RCES) Scope of Practice

Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals

RCES-Scope-of-Practice-ACVP-2017 The Electrophysiology Laboratory (EPL) is one of the most unique medical environments in existence today. The goal of the electrophysiology lab is to perform diagnostic studies to obtain sufficient electrocardiographic and radiologic data regarding bradyarrhythmias, or tachyarrythmias, and then to perform interventional procedures while maintaining maximal patient safety and comfort.

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3 Mental Health Apps Comparable in Benefits

HCPLive

A study demonstrated a smartphone app provides comparable benefits to cognitive behavior or mindfulness-based therapy, widening the supply gap for mental health care.

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Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitor-related atrial fibrillation and its implications in the treatment of B-cell lymphoma

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Adverse events of atrial fibrillation (AF) have been commonly reported in lymphoma patients in treating Bruton's tyrosine kinase inhibitors (BTKi). The incidence rate of AF can vary depending on the specific types of BTKi and the patient population. Totally 45 published studies have revealed that the overall incidence rate of AF is 5% (95% CI 4%–7%).

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CRBBB and AVB and more

ECG Guru

This is the ECG of a 50-year-old man with a congenital heart defect (we do not have exact details). To interpret an ECG with several different abnormalities, you have to proceed systematically. You can see my comments in the second picture. Perhaps Dawn would like to add something?

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Confirming Iron Deficiency Diagnosis

HCPLive

Ashley Benson, MD, discusses the most recent International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) statement on iron deficiency and anemia in women and girls.

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Navigating nutrition for heart health

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

Could a short diet questionnaire encourage patients to make better food choices and improve heart health? In the past, your health care team had to rely on lengthy surveys to better understand what you were eating. But that's all changed with the Mini-EAT assessment tool.

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Prospect of Psychedelic Therapies in Psychiatry, with Gus Alva, MD

HCPLive

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD discusses the next steps in research for long-term effects and broader applications of MDMA-assisted therapy.

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Possible Connection Between Semaglutide and Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy

NEJM Journal Watch - Cardiology

This association was noted in an observational study from a neuro-ophthalmology referral center.

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Capability of ChatGPT Reduced in Complex Vitreoretinal Scenarios

HCPLive

Across 40 clinical scenarios, ChatGPT did not provide a comprehensive response in 50% of clinical questions with nearly 30% hallucinated sources.

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Impact of Anemia on Mortality and Morbidity in Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy

The American Journal of Cardiology

Publication date: Available online 25 July 2024 Source: The American Journal of Cardiology Author(s): Abdirahman Wardhere, Dimitrios Bampatsias, Alfonsina Mirabal-Santos, Ariel Y. Weinsaft, Samantha Guadalupe, Jeffeny De Los Santos, Sergio Teruya, Dia A. Smiley, Mathew S.

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Addressing Stigma Surrounding MDMA and Psychedelic Therapies, with Gus Alva, MD

HCPLive

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD highlights the importance of education and overcoming skepticism about MDMA-assisted therapy.

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The Use of AngioVac in Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Congenital

The Use of AngioVac in Right-Sided Infective Endocarditis KCummings Fri, 07/26/2024 - 13:08

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Common Causes of Iron Deficiency

HCPLive

Hematologists, a gastroenterologist, and an obstetrician-gynecologist discuss the common causes of iron deficiency seen in clinical practice.

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Over Flexing of the WATCHMAN FLX Muscles in the Real World

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions, Ahead of Print.

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Current Options and Unmet Need in PTSD, with Gus Alva, MD

HCPLive

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD discusses the unmet need in PTSD treatment and the potential of MDMA-assisted therapy.

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FBI Probes Trump's Injury; RFK Jr. Pushes Farm Therapy; Glucose Monitor Warning

Med Page Today

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. The FBI continues to investigate bullet fragments and other evidence of the attack on former President Donald Trump this month which resulted in his injury. (CNN.

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Interpreting Trial Data for MDMA-Assisted Therapy, with Gus Alva, MD

HCPLive

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD talks about MDMA's efficacy in controlled settings and addresses misconceptions.

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Future Research Priorities for MDMA-Assisted Therapy in PTSD, with Gus Alva, MD

HCPLive

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD explores MDMA’s neurochemical impact and the need for ongoing research.

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Golimumab Biosimilar AVT05 Exhibits Pharmacokinetic Similarity

HCPLive

Primary and secondary pharmacokinetic parameters through day 75 were similar across treatment arms.

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