Do GLP-1 Agonists Prevent Some Alcohol Use Disorder Hospitalizations? Image Description In this observational study, GLP-1 receptor agonists were associated with lower risk for AUD hospitalization.
Observations from ID and Beyond: Some ID Things to Be Grateful for This Holiday Season — 2024 Edition Description Dr. Paul Sax takes stock of the ID world, citing some things he's grateful for — an annual tradition in HIV and ID Observations.
Does Living at High Altitude Affect COPD Outcomes? Description Residence above 4000 ft elevation did not speed progression of chronic obstructive lung disease.
Observations from ID and Beyond: Dr. Thomas O'Brien — Expert in Antimicrobial Resistance and Giant in His Field (Literally) Description Dr. Paul Sax honors an inspiring colleague, in HIV and ID Observations.
Updated Guideline for Perioperative Cardiovascular Management of Patients Undergoing Noncardiac Surgery Description New recommendations include preoperative measurement of biomarkers to refine risk assessment in select patients.
Estimating Heart Failure Risk in the U.S. Population with the PREVENT Calculator Description Fifteen million adults are at elevated risk for heart failure, researchers found.
Does Electronic Sepsis Screening Affect Mortality? Description A randomized trial showed that sepsis alerts, based on the qSOFA score, lowered 90-day inpatient mortality.
Does Vitamin D Supplementation Improve Physical Function in Generally Healthy Adults? Description In the VITAL study, supplementation did not improve strength, balance, or walking speed.
How Do Epinephrine Autoinjectors Hold Up in Real-World Conditions? Description Very well, with minimal breakdown of epinephrine.
Alpha-Gal Syndrome Presentations Description AGS can be mistaken for gastrointestinal illnesses, such as irritable bowel syndrome.