Study identifies four main comorbidities associated with COVID deaths Coronavirus patients with cancer, chronic kidney disease, diabetes or hypertension were found to be most at risk of death.
Study links popular hypertension drug to increased skin cancer risk But experts have warned against abruptly stopping their medication as a result.
Examining factors that worsen coronavirus severity Certain factors influence the case fatality rate for patients infected with COVID-19, with experts advising such patients to take extra precautions.
Secondary MS in general practice Two neurologists discuss secondary progressive MS, the potential of a new drug treatment and GPs’ role in managing this disease.
Popular hypertension drug linked with suicide Angiotensin receptor blockers may be associated with a higher risk of suicide than alternative medications, a new study has found.
Study reinforces GP management of patients with chronic kidney disease Researchers have found a positive association between continuity of care and better blood pressure control in patients with chronic kidney disease.
Patients with untreated ‘white coat’ hypertension twice as likely to die from heart disease New research shines further light on the health risks of what is a common occurrence.