In this multicenter trial of 901 patients with asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis, early TAVR intervention reduced the composite endpoint of death, stroke, or unplanned cardiovascular hospitalization by 50% compared to clinical surveillance.

Cold plunge therapy activates brown adipose tissue metabolism while potentially improving insulin sensitivity, offering an additional tool in weight management protocols.

“Pulmonary arterial hypertension, a rare [form] of pulmonary hypertension, has a disproportionate impact on women,” wrote investigator Vallerie V. McLaughlin, MD, and co-authors in a published abstract for the study.

Current evidence indicates positive mental health outcomes with gender-affirming care, with studies showing decreased rates of depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideation among treated adolescents.

Recent research suggests microbiome composition may serve as a predictor for ASD, opening new avenues for diagnostic approaches and therapeutic interventions.

The analysis shows dermatologists earn a premium hourly rate while working fewer hours (44.2 hours/week) compared to many surgical specialists who clock more than 52 hours weekly.