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FDA adds diabetic kidney disease, heart failure indications to canagliflozin
September 30, 2019
This marks the first time in 20 years that a drug has been indicated for diabetic kidney disease treatment, according to the manufacturer.
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Ticagrelor monotherapy tops DAPT for high-risk PCI patients
September 29, 2019
SAN FRANCISCO – TWILIGHT findings support move to shorter DAPT.
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CDC reports most vaping lung disease linked to THC-containing cartridges
September 27, 2019
Most vaping cartridges were obtained on the street, from dealers, online, or from friends or social contacts.
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Judge dismisses doctors’ lawsuit against ABIM
September 27, 2019
A court has thrown out a legal challenge levied by a group of physicians against the American Board of Internal Medicine over its maintenance of certification (MOC) program.
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Palliative care programs continue growth in U.S. hospitals
September 27, 2019
Almost three-quarters of hospitals have a program, but “geography is destiny” for patients.
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Apixaban prevents clots with cancer
September 27, 2019
Does apixaban therapy decrease venous thromboembolism (VTE) in ambulatory patients with cancer at intermediate to high risk who are starting chemotherapy?
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SHM and Jefferson College of Population Health partner to provide vital education for hospitalists
September 27, 2019
To help improve population health, hospitalists can work with other stakeholders in the health care ecosystem.
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Dual therapy best for AFib with ACS no matter the treatment strategy
September 27, 2019
SAN FRANCISCO – The study marks the only trial in the field that included patients with ACS managed medically.
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POCUS for hospitalists: The SHM position statement
September 26, 2019
What is point-of-care ultrasound, and how are hospitalists using POCUS?
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Effects of hospitalization on readmission rate
September 25, 2019
Does the trauma of hospitalization increase the risk of 30-day readmission or ED visit rate?