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Lower baseline testosterone and hormonal imbalances, including low SHBG and DHT levels, are significantly associated with increased all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in aging men.

The Medscape Women Physicians Report 2020 reveals that 64% of female physicians prioritize work-life balance, often feeling conflicted between their careers and caregiving responsibilities, necessitating flexible work arrangements and supportive policies.

Brazzein, now FDA-approved, emerges as a zero-calorie sweetener potentially safe for diabetic and obese populations, requiring further study to validate its health impacts.

Cardiac complications significantly influence the success of liver transplants. Effective preoperative cardiac risk stratification and careful intraoperative management are essential to optimize patient outcomes.

Cardiac amyloidosis often presents with nonspecific symptoms and requires a high index of suspicion and specialized diagnostic protocols to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective management.