The Hidden Burden of Heart and Brain Health: ASCVD Linked to Significantly Elevated Suicide Risk
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The Hidden Burden of Heart and Brain Health: ASCVD Linked to Significantly Elevated Suicide Risk

A large-scale nationwide study reveals that individuals with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), including myocardial infarction and stroke, face a 43% higher risk of suicide. The risk nearly doubles for those suffering from both conditions, highlighting an urgent need for mental health integration in cardiovascular care.
High BMI, High Benefit: How PCSK9 Inhibition Optimizes Outcomes in Obese Patients with ASCVD
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High BMI, High Benefit: How PCSK9 Inhibition Optimizes Outcomes in Obese Patients with ASCVD

A prespecified analysis of the FOURIER trial reveals that patients with obesity and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease experience significantly higher absolute and relative risk reductions with evolocumab, particularly those with a BMI above 35 kg/m2, emphasizing a targeted therapeutic advantage for this high-risk population.