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Timing of Protein Intake Does Not Influence Muscle Mass or Strength

The timing of protein intake during or between meals does not play a role in anabolic response, muscle strength, or functional outcomes.

Runs of VT, or Aberrant Conduction?

A 47-year-old man presented with a history of intermittent dizziness over the previous two days. He was hemodynamically stable at the time the ECG in the figure was obtained. How would you interpret the rhythm? Is there any clue to a possible etiology for this patient’s arrhythmia?

Plazomicin Injection (Zemdri)

Plazomicin is indicated for the treatment of adults ≥ 18 years of age with complicated urinary tract infections.

Sepsis-related Neurologic Dysfunction Strongly Associated With Long-term Mortality

In this multicenter, retrospective study, acute neurologic dysfunction was the organ dysfunction most strongly associated with short- and long-term mortality in patients surviving a sepsis hospitalization.

Worse Than Snake Oil

Rattlesnake “pills” are basically dehydrated, ground up rattlesnake meat stuffed into gel caps. These may be sold locally in health food stores and are available online. The FDA has not reviewed nor approved this item.

Invasive Procedures and the Risk of Infective Endocarditis

This large study suggests that several invasive, nondental medical procedures may be triggers for subsequent infective endocarditis, reopening the debate regarding prevention and management.

Does Triple Inhaled Therapy for COPD Decrease Exacerbations Compared to Dual Therapy?

A single dose of inhaled triple therapy improved exacerbations compared to dual therapy in COPD patients.

Cannabidiol for Pediatric Seizures

Three months of cannabidiol-enriched cannabis extract decreased mean monthly seizure frequency in children and young adults with refractory epilepsy.

Vitamin D and Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

Findings from a meta-analysis show vitamin D supplementation was associated with improved glycemic control in vitamin D-deficient or non-obese patients with type 2 diabetes.

Is There a Link Between Stopping Exercise and Depressive Symptoms?

SYNOPSIS: The authors of this review article found a suggestive link between stopping exercise and the onset of depressive symptoms in healthy adults, especially in women.