Certain glucose-lowering meds associated with lower risk for COPD exacerbations
For patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT-2is) and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs ...
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New frailty index helps predict hospitalization and death risks in older adults
Investigators at Mass General Brigham have developed a tool that can identify older adults at increased risk of emergency healthcare needs, rehospitalization or death.
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Should You Take Tamiflu? Your Questions About the Antiviral Medication, Answered
Fact checked by Nick Blackmer The U.S. is seeing a severe flu season this year, with the CDC estimating at least 24 million ...
Self-hatred isn’t the same as depression. A psychiatrist explains how to treat it in teens
When teens experience self-hatred, they’re not just having a bad day. But psychiatrist Dr. Blaise Aguirre says it’s possible for parents to help their kids. Here’s how.