What’s new in the updated asthma guidelines?

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Omega-3 fatty acids and the heart: New evidence, more questions

My patients commonly ask me whether they should try one supplement or…

Beyond CBD: Here come the other cannabinoids, but where’s the evidence?

In the span of a few years, the component of cannabis called…

Lowering cholesterol protects your heart and brain, regardless of your age

High or abnormal cholesterol levels, inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction play a key…

CBD and other medications: Proceed with caution

Products containing cannabidiol (CBD) seem to be all the rage these days,…

Triple therapy helps control severe asthma

Asthma affects approximately 20 million adults in the US. It is a…

Is it safe to reduce blood pressure medications for older adults?

“Doctor, can you take away any of my medications? I am taking…

How can I know if my penicillin allergy is real?

People with a penicillin allergy on their medical record are not given…

Gender differences in cardiovascular disease: Women are less likely to be prescribed certain heart medications

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading killer of both women and men…

Are statins enough? When to consider PCSK9 inhibitors

For well over 30 years, physicians have understood the role of LDL…