Obesity in the Pediatric Population of the National (Nationwide) Inpatient Sample (NIS) USA

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The Evolution of Hypertension Guidelines Over the Last 20+ Years: A Comprehensive Review

Endurance O. Evbayekha et al.

Summary: Hypertension is the most common modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Over the past 22 years, guidelines for hypertension management have evolved significantly, providing targeted recommendations for at-risk groups, especially the elderly population and patients with diabetic kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke. Additionally, medication choices are now based on disease stage, presence of comorbidities, and other relevant information rather than solely ethnicity.

CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE (2022)

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Direct medical costs of obesity in the United States and the most populous states

John Cawley et al.

Summary: This study estimated the causal effect of obesity on direct medical care costs in the United States using 2-part models of instrumental variables, finding that obesity has a greater impact on medical expenditures than previously thought. Adults with obesity had higher annual medical care costs compared to those with normal weight, with costs increasing significantly based on the severity of obesity.

JOURNAL OF MANAGED CARE & SPECIALTY PHARMACY (2021)

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The Burden of Obesity in the Rural Adult Population of America

Okelue E. Okobi et al.

Summary: Obesity epidemic is severe among adults in rural America, with 6.2 times higher prevalence compared to urban areas. This highlights the significant disparity in obesity rates and the importance of addressing the issue, especially in rural populations.

CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE (2021)

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