Blood Test for Colon Cancer Screening
A new blood test is approved for colon cancer screening. What are its pros and cons, and how does it compare to the GRAIL Galleri test?
A new blood test is approved for colon cancer screening. What are its pros and cons, and how does it compare to the GRAIL Galleri test?
Primary care physicians don't usually check lipoprotein (a), but we should. Elevated levels (≥50 mg/dL) are a genetic condition (LPA gene) that affects about 20% of people and significantly increases atherosclerotic coronary vascular disease and aortic valve stenosis.
The June ACIP meeting brought new rules about which older people should get RSV vaccine. And a new mRNA RSV vaccine from Moderna that had no GBS signal.
The new Endocrine Society Guideline says don't test vitamin D levels in healthy people, and healthy adults between 18 and 75 years old mostly don't need vitamin D supplements.
The SURMOUNT-OSA study showed tirzepatide (Zepbound from Eli Lilly) effectively treats sleep apnea.
When the diastolic blood pressure goes below 70 and especially below 60, coronary artery perfusion can be compromised. This can result in worse cardiovascular outcomes.
The Yanomano tribe has a low salt intake (perhaps <100 mg/day) and a high potassium intake from fruits and vegetables. Blood pressure does not rise with aging!
We need to reduce glucose and insulin spikes to continue in metabolic health or return to it. This will help us prevent or reduce insulin resistance and glucose intolerance.
Fructose causes a host of problems, including fatty liver. We should avoid it as much as possible, except for whole fruits.
How much vitamin D and calcium should we take for bone health? Are supplements needed?
In the past, it was unclear if colon cancer screening was worth doing for people over 75. A new study shows that it is often life-saving.
Tirzepatide reduced sleep apnea with and without CPAP use. We review sleep apnea, the new studies, drug side effects, and cost issues.
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