A surge in cases of the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China has raised fears of another Covid-style pandemic.Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory disease that causes flu or cold-like symptoms, but can increase risks or lead to more serious complications like bronchitis or pneumonia, particularly among the elderly, young chil...

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes: Published Apr 2024TAKE-HOME MESSAGEThis study used data from the FAST-MI program to examine the effect of lipid-lowering therapy (LLT) (atorvastatin ≥40 mg or equivalent or any combination of a statin and ezetimibe) intensity on long-term mortality in 2258 patients aged 80 years or older who ex...