The most interesting and impactful trial presented at the AHA this week (and simultaneously published in the New England Journal of Medicine) was the SAMSON trial,…
More Mini-Trials And Fewer Mega-Trials?
Just as dinosaurs ruled the earth for millions of years, for more than 30 years now cardiology has been ruled by mega-trials. Over the years…
Side Effects In Drug Ads Don’t Add Up
–The long recitation of all possible side effects dilutes the perception of risk. One of the most perplexing aspects of the ubiquitous direct to consumer…
Rigorous Study Debunks Alarms That Statins Cause Muscle Problems
(Updated, May 2, May 4) –The authors say muscle problems with statins are an example of the ‘nocebo’ effect. A new study helps debunk the…