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Recent research comparing SGLT2 inhibitors and dulaglutide in older patients with type 2 diabetes suggests a potential difference in dementia risk. The study estimated a risk ratio of 0.81 (CI, 0.56 to 1.16) for SGLT2 inhibitors compared to dulaglutide.

Medical errors are now recognized as the third leading cause of death in the US, emphasizing the urgent need for improved safety measures in healthcare settings.

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Recent data suggests that 57% of Americans over 20 take at least one dietary supplement, with multivitamins, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids being the most popular choices.