Internal Medicine Alert – July 15, 2019

July 15, 2019

• Poor Diet May Cause More Than 80,000 Cancers Each Year in the United States

  In a recent analysis, investigators noted a correlation between a diet loaded with processed red meat and various types of cancers.

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• Workplace Violence, Bullying Associated With Cardiovascular Disease Risk

  In a 12-year follow-up of surveyed Scandinavian employees, reported workplace violence and bullying increased the risk of future cardiovascular disease of a magnitude similar to other recognized cardiovascular disease risk factors.

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• The Return of Measles

  The number of measles cases in the United States has exceeded 1,000 so far in 2019, the largest number in 25 years.

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• Statin Use Moderately Reduces Dementia Risk After Concussions in Older Individuals

  In a large population study, concussion in older adults resulted in significantly higher risk for dementia that was modestly lower among those taking a statin.

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• Galcanezumab-gnlm Injection (Emgality)

  Galcanezumab is indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine and treatment of episodic cluster headache.

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• What Observations Can One Make?

  The rhythm in the figure is challenging to interpret. More than one answer is possible. Unfortunately, no clinical information was available on the patient. What observations can one make about the cardiac rhythm?

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• Reader Survey Available

  We’d love to hear from you how we can do better!

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