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Dose-related AFib risk with omega-3 fatty acids?
The VITAL-RHYTHM study, showing no significant effect of low-dose omega-3 fatty acids or vitamin D on AFib risk, has been published. A look at...
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Type 2 diabetes linked to increased risk for Parkinson’s
Both observational and genetic data have provided “convincing evidence” that T2D predisposes people to an increased risk for Parkinson’s disease...
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Late-window stroke thrombolysis not linked to clot migration
This is the first randomized controlled study to assess the effect of thrombolysis on clot migration and accessibility in an extended time window...
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New steroid dosing regimen for myasthenia gravis
Rapid tapering of prednisone is recommended in patients requiring combined corticosteroid and azathioprine therapy.
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Alien cells may explain COVID-19 brain fog
Occlusion of a multitude of tiny vessels by megalokaryocytes may explain the cognitive issues seen in some patients with COVID-19 infection.
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PFO closure reduces migraine: New meta-analysis
PFO closure significantly reduced the mean number of monthly migraine days and monthly migraine attacks.
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Idiopathic intracranial hypertension is on the rise
“The increasing incidence has important implications for health care professionals and policy makers in addressing the associated comorbidities...
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Stem cell transplant shows long-term benefit in MS
“Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant should be considered as a treatment strategy for MS not responding to conventional therapy.”
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Type of Alzheimer’s disease with intact memory offers new research paths
This rare variant raises hopes of discovering novel mechanisms that might protect against memory loss in typical forms of the disease.
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ACEIs, ARBs safe to continue in COVID-19: Trial published
Recent data suggest that immune dysfunction may contribute to poor outcomes among COVID-19 patients.
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Ultrasound ablation for Parkinson’s disease: Benefit limited by adverse effects
“Longer-term and larger trials are needed to determine the role of focused ultrasound subthalamotomy in the management of Parkinson’s disease.”
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Which imaging criteria identify progressive forms of MS?
Identification of imaging features associated with primary progressive MS and features that predict evolution from relapsing-remitting MS to...
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COVID-19 anticoagulation trials ‘paused’ for futility, safety
The trials involved are the REMAP-CAP, ACTIV-4, and ATTACC studies.
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Disabling stroke reduced with ticagrelor after minor stroke, TIA
“This new information on disabling stroke underlines the importance of getting patients on dual antiplatelet therapy quickly after a TIA or mild...
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Air pollution linked to brain amyloid pathology
Exposure to air pollution should be considered as one factor in the lifetime risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.