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A new study found that patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) have more than twice the risk of developing a serious heart infection called infective endocarditis over five years compared to similar people without HCM. This suggests HCM may be an intermediate-risk condition for this infection, which is not currently addressed in prevention guidelines.
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A survey of primary care patients found that after a brief education, 85% were willing to take a blood test for Alzheimer’s disease if their doctor recommended it. This strong acceptance highlights the potential for these simpler tests to be used widely in primary care to help detect Alzheimer’s earlier.
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A large trial showed that a program offering small behavioral incentives, like rewards for meeting step goals, helped people with knee osteoarthritis walk over 770 more steps per day. This demonstrates that simple, non-drug strategies can effectively encourage physical activity, which is crucial for managing arthritis.
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A study in Turkey found that people with lower health literacy were more likely to visit the emergency department because of long waits for regular doctor appointments and to trust unverified health news on social media. This points to a need for better public education on navigating healthcare and judging online health information to reduce unnecessary ER visits.
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