Warning: Paxlovid may interact with other drugs in older adults
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 24, 2023
Adults who took Paxlovid when they had COVID-19 had a high prevalence of interactions with other drugs, according to a new study. For the most part, the effects of the interactions weren’t too serious...
How many steps a day are linked to lower risk of post-op complications? Try 7,500
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 23, 2023
New research finds that people who took 7,500 steps a day before surgery can lower their risk for post-surgical complications.
Stress, insomnia linked to irregular heart rhythms after menopause
By
Kristen Fischer
Aug 31, 2023
When it comes to trying to figure out why so many women develop atrial fibrillation (Afib) after menopause, researchers say stress and insomnia can contribute to the diagnosis.
COVID-19 vaccine does not increase CV event risk in those with existing disease
Jun 24, 2022
Findings show safety of BNT162b2 or CoronaVac vaccines in patients with cardiovascular disease
New-onset cardiovascular complications common after stroke
Mar 31, 2022
Odds of five-year all-cause mortality up for stroke patients with ACS, atrial fibrillation/flutter, heart failure, severe ventricular arrhythmias
