Metabolic Disease Articles from our Partners at Consultant 360

FDA Pulls Approval of 2 Drugs Used in Combination with Statins

In response to evidence from several large trials, the FDA has decided to withdraw its approval of niacin and fibrate in combination with statins.

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Study: Waist Circumference a Strong Predictor of Heart Disease

Recent research compared the effect of apple- and pear-shaped obesity on the risk of heart disease in patients with diabetes.

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Exercise Can Counteract Effects of Sitting at Work

New research examined the the associations of physical activity and sedentary time on risk of diabetes and heart disease.

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Achieving Target BP, HbA1c, and LDL Levels Reduces Heart Disease Risk

New research investigates how controlling blood pressure, cholesterol, and HbA1c in patients with diabetes affects their risk of developing heart disease.

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Exercise Improves Atrial Fibrillation Outcomes

Two new studies explored the impact of exercise on patients with atrial fibrillation.

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