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COVID-19 Appears To Be Risk Factor for Ischemic Stroke
A new study presents data suggesting that COVID-19 is an independent risk factor for acute ischemic stroke.
The study, published...
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Colorectal Cancer Risk Lowered by ACE Inhibitors: Analysis
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, commonly used to treat hypertension, may be associated with a decreased risk for colorectal cancer as well.
A new retrospective analysis...
Medicaid Expansion Improved Cancer Detection Among Low-income Communities
The expansion of Medicaid coverage reduced the odds of being diagnosed with metastatic cancer in patients from low-income communities, according to a study.
"Cancer stage...
Sarilumab, Regeneron and Sanofi’s Arthritis Drug, Flops in Critically Ill COVID-19 Patients
Rheumatoid arthritis drug sarilumab was not an effective treatment for severely ill COVID-19 patients, according to the results of a phase 3 trial.
Sarilumab is...
Cardio Round-up: COVID Risk Factor for Stroke, Apple Watch Saves a Life, and More
Doc Credits Apple Watch with Identifying Heart Problem, Saving Life
This personal account, shared with Apple CEO Tim Cook, involved Dr. Donald W. Milne, of...
Low-Income Patients Have a Higher Risk of Dying Follow Lung Cancer Surgery
Patients with low income have a higher risk of death following lung cancer surgery, according to a study published in BMJ.
In this study, researchers...
