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Beta-blockers, taken by millions after a heart attack, found to be ineffective for people with uncomplicated heart attacks (normal heart function thereafter) and presents increased risk of harm to women. Changes to management likely in the works for this population.
Categories: Cardiology, Cardiovascular Diesase, Clinical Research, Generic Drugs, Prevention and ScreeningMedical Mythbusting Commentary for May 27, 2026 Source:Common heart drug taken by millions found useless — and possibly dangerous Reference:Beta-Blockers after Myocardial Infarction without Reduced…
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Remnant cholesterol levels found to be an independent risk factor for heart disease. We discuss what this is and what the approach to management entails.
Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 26, 2026 Source:Experts have found a new type of cholesterol. And it could be the most dangerous Reference: Source: openevidence.comRemnant…
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Observational study noted that patients with diabetes and obesity using GLP-1 medications may experience reduced degree of metastases. Causality confirmation and mechanisms to be determined.
Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 25, 2026 Source:GLP-1 Users May Experience A Surprising Life-Saving Benefit That Has Nothing To Do With Weight Loss Related posts:…
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House Calls, #1015, May 24, 2026: The Collective Electric Mind
Categories: Sunday House Call ShowsAI promises to be a boon for medical care with the evidenced-based data and processing available. This article by Dr Joe Schwarcz outlines the progress…
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Ebola public health policy released in Canada.
Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 22, 2026 Source:Detroit-bound flight diverted to Canada after Congolese passenger boarded ‘in error’ amid Ebola outbreak Related posts: Report: Washing…
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Winnipeg plasma donor who had dilated cardiomegaly died following sudden cardiac arrest. Findings by chief medical examiner states that a causal link is speculative at best.
Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 21, 2026 Source:Winnipeg plasma donor died following sudden cardiac arrest, family representative says Related posts: Anti-inflammatory meds can increase risk…
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New Study Challenges What We Know About Consciousness and the Brain
Categories: NeurologyMedical Mythbusting Commentary for May 20, 2026 Source:New Study Challenges What We Know About Consciousness and the Brain Reference:Plasticity and language in the anaesthetized human…
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Why experts say seasonal allergies are getting worse
Categories: Allergy/ImmunologyMedical Mythbusting Commentary for May 19, 2026 Source:Why experts say seasonal allergies are getting worse Related posts: Early allergy season treatment strategies Seasonal allergies return…
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House Calls, #1014, May 17, 2026: Ay yi yi yi yi!
Categories: Sunday House Call ShowsAI is increasingly being used for medical information and diagnosis. Unfortunately, much of it that is available provides inaccurate or insufficient information and is directly…