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Prior MI or stroke may predict diuretic use for HTN management
A prespecified secondary analysis of the Diuretic Comparison Project (DCP) shows that when deciding between chlorthalidone (CTD) and hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) for the management of hypertension (HTN), a history of myocardial infarction (MI) or stroke may have to be considered.

Nearly half of dementia cases preventable by tackling 14 risk factors
Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by addressing 14 modifiable risk factors starting from childhood, including two new risk factors – high LDL-cholesterol (LDL-C) level and untreated vision loss – according to a report of the 2024 Lancet Commission on dementia.

Is it safe to use conditionally ordered LMWH in cancer patients with VTE?
Conditional orders of low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) based on platelet values appears safe and effective in the treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients with malignant haematology (MH) experiencing thrombocytopenia, a study has shown. In addition, worsening or new VTE has not been reported among study participants.






