June 13, 2025

Obicetrapib May Offer LDL Benefit

In a randomized trial of more than 2,500 patients at high cardiovascular risk, obicetrapib significantly reduced low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels when added to existing lipid-lowering therapy.

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June 11, 2025

Simvastatin Lowers Cholesterol—but Does Not Improve Depression Symptoms

A randomized trial of 160 adults with depression and obesity found no improvement in mood symptoms from adding simvastatin to escitalopram, though the statin significantly lowered cholesterol and inflammation levels.

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June 11, 2025

Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Premature Global Deaths

In a large study across 8 countries, researchers found that ultraprocessed food consumption contributed to thousands of premature deaths annually, with higher risks in countries where these foods dominate diets.

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June 10, 2025

Cancer Pain Study Shows Promise for Novel Neurotoxin

A Phase I study of intrathecal resiniferatoxin in patients with advanced cancer pain shows promising reductions in pain and opioid use, with durable effects and manageable side effects.

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June 10, 2025

Study Tests New Clot Removal Access Route

A new clinical trial is investigating whether removing clots using a modified access point can better prevent post-thrombotic syndrome in patients with extensive deep vein thrombosis.

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June 06, 2025

Higher Fiber Intake Linked to Lower Stroke

A large population study found that higher dietary fiber intake was associated with reduced risk of stroke and improved survival among stroke survivors, with genetic evidence supporting a causal link for small vessel stroke.

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June 05, 2025

Depression at Any Age Linked to Dementia: Study

A large research review found that depression diagnosed in either midlife or late life was linked to a significantly higher risk of developing dementia.

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June 04, 2025

Stroke Risk in Down Syndrome: Underestimated?

A large population study found that individuals with Down syndrome face a significantly higher risk of stroke, particularly at younger ages, while their risk of heart attack is generally similar to the general population but elevated before age 40.

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June 02, 2025

Kids, Interrupted: America’s Youngest Caregivers

Millions of children are caring for sick or disabled adults at home — a growing crisis fueled by shrinking Medicaid funds and fading support systems.

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