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Difficult-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis is associated with smoking, obesity, fibromyalgia, and depression, according to the results of a meta-analysis.

Latest data from a territory-wide, population-based, cross-sectional study in Hong Kong showed high prevalence of neurocognitive disorders (NCD) among older adults in both community and long-term care (LTC) settings. Health-related factors associated with NCD have been identified for early intervention in primary care.

A cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) intervention adapted for menopausal insomnia (CBT-MI) yields meaningful short-term improvements in insomnia severity, hot flash interference, and self-efficacy related to sleep, as shown in a small pilot study.

The selective phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor (PDE5i) simenafil demonstrates efficacy and good tolerability among men suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED), reports a phase II study.

For individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who are initiating oral glucose-lowering monotherapy, a history of clinically diagnosed depression is associated with earlier treatment intensification, such as adding medication or switching to a new drug class, and insulin initiation, as shown in a retrospective study.