Guidelines
From the Journals
Endocrine Society advises on diabetes care for older adults
A clinical practice guideline from the Endocrine Society addresses the impact of aging on patients with diabetes aged 65 years and older.
News from the FDA/CDC
Physical activity prevalence shows urban/rural divide
More Americans are exercising, but “participation in physical activity remains a public health concern,” the CDC says.
From the Journals
Lipoprotein(a) levels can guide CV risk assessment and treatment
High levels of Lp(a) are an independent risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and could be used to guide risk assessment and...
Conference Coverage
New postmenopausal osteoporosis guidelines emphasize patient priorities
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From the Journals
AHA: Consider obesity as CVD risk factor in children
The updated AHA scientific statement is aimed at pediatric cardiologists and physicians who care for at-risk pediatric patients.
From the Journals
AACE/ACE algorithm provides practical clinical guidance on managing diabetes
Update provides new clinical guidance for managing diabetes and highlights obesity and prediabetes as underlying risk factors
From the Journals
New diabetes guidelines downgrade insulin as first-line injectable treatment
ADA’s 2019 Standards of Medical Care suggest glucagonlike peptide–1 receptor agonists instead.
From the Journals
ADA releases guidelines for type 2 diabetes in children, youth
Once a diagnosis is made, treatment includes lifestyle management and pharmacologic therapy.
Conference Coverage
Revised U.S. cholesterol guidelines promote personalized risk assessment
CHICAGO –
News
New cholesterol guidelines expand options for primary care
Feature
Palliative care update highlights role of nonspecialists
The latest guideline revision aims to establish a foundation for “gold-standard” palliative care.