Episodes
Friday Aug 25, 2017
Friday Aug 25, 2017
Statins reduce atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk. However, the utility of statin therapy in older adults — particularly in those age 75 years and older — remains controversial. The need for additional evidence to guide clinical practice is underscored by the fact that one-in-three older Americans report taking a statin. Given the paucity of prospective data, a post-hoc analysis of the ALLHAT-LLT (Antihypertensive and Lipid Lowering treatment to prevent Heart Attack Trial - Lipid Lowering Trial) was recently published. Does this new analysis really help inform the decision?
Guest Author: Leo Buckley, Pharm.D.
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Friday Jan 08, 2016
Preventing Gestational Diabetes with Myo-Inositol: Ready for Prime Time?
Friday Jan 08, 2016
Friday Jan 08, 2016
With increased emphasis on disease prevention, gestational diabetes (GDM) is worthy of more attention. The incidence is on the rise not only in the United States (U.S.) but worldwide. Complications of GDM such as preeclampsia, cesarean delivery, neonatal hypoglycemia, macrosomia, and birth trauma negatively impact maternal and fetal health. Is a readily available, non-prescription dietary supplement the answer? Recent investigations have examined the use of myo-inositol for GDM prevention, with positive results.
Tuesday Dec 22, 2015
An Aspirin a Day to Prevent Colon CA
Tuesday Dec 22, 2015
Tuesday Dec 22, 2015
Several studies have evaluated the correlation between low-dose aspirin and NSAID use and the development of colorectal cancer. In 2007, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommended against the use aspirin for the prevention of colorectal cancer in most adults. However, there is mounting evidence that daily, long-term aspirin use may prevent colorectal cancer in patients aged 50-69. Could something as simple as an aspirin a day prevent colon CA?
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
CVD Risk Scores - Are They Accurate?
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
How well do cardiovascular disease risk calculators really perform? Do they over or underestimate risk? Should we rely on them to make treatment decisions?
Friday Jul 24, 2015
Folic Acid: A Simple Answer to a Very Large Problem?
Friday Jul 24, 2015
Friday Jul 24, 2015
Stroke is responsible for 1 in 19 deaths in the United States and is the leading cause of long-term disability. Could something as simple and cheap as folic acid substantially reduce the risk of stroke? The China Stroke Primary Prevention Trial examined this important question.