Brain scans of people with MS can help us understand the impact of COVID.

Published Date: 02 Mar 2023

People with multiple sclerosis should have regular brain MRIs. These images are now being used to show the effects of the coronavirus.

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New trial data question routine long term beta blocker use after myocardial infarction in stable patients with preserved function, prompting reassessment of continuation decisions.

Current chatbots might show deficiencies in clinical reasoning for now, but don’t hold your breath.

Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from SGO 2026

Three imaging-guided PCI trials (two with surprising results), LDL targets, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, and another beta-blocker withdrawal trial are the topics John Mandrola, MD, discusses in this week’s podcast.

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