Health Highlights: March 13, 2023
By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
Having a-fib might raise risks for dementia. The link was stronger in people who developed a-fib before age 65 and in those without chronic kidney disease, a new study found. Read more
Chest scans for respiratory ailments might also spot heart trouble. Reviewing CT scans on file to estimate a patient's heart risks before major surgery may eliminate the need for more imaging. Read more
FDA approves nasal spray medicine to curb migraines. Migraine sufferers will now have a new treatment option that works more quickly and may also be safer for people at risk of heart attack or stroke. Read more
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