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Crystal Phend

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Crystal Phend is a contributing editor with 番茄社区, where she's been covering medical news of all stripes since 2006.

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SCAI over a photo of the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in Atlanta, GA

PFO Closure Guidelines Address Older Adults, Trial-Excluded Groups

Document acknowledges skimpy evidence

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Rare Seizure Disorder Treatments Continue to Expand

New therapies reduce seizure frequency, but the biggest advancements may be on the horizon

A photo of a man holding an e-cigarette in one palm and four cigarettes in the other.

Vaping Doesn't Cut CV Risk for Those Who Also Smoke

Combined use as bad for the heart as smoking alone

A photo of a flattened empty package of Newport menthol cigarettes on asphalt.

FDA Proposes Ban on Menthol Cigarettes

"Long-awaited action" should reduce youth smoking, health disparities

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Achilles' Tendon Rupture Surgery Not So Necessary?

Randomized trial suggests one advantage despite similar outcomes to nonoperative treatment

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Home Walking Program Eases Peripheral Artery Disease Limitations

Randomized trial shows modest impact even without in-facility supervision

ACC over a photo of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

Clinical Challenges: Implementing More Guideline-Endorsed SGLT2i Use

New strategies needed to ensure all are on board with fourth pillar of HF treatment

ACC over a photo of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

Two PCI Guidance Strategies on Par for Intermediate Coronary Stenosis

FLAVOUR trial weighs in on FFR versus IVUS

ACC over a photo of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

Which Drug-Coated Balloon Proved Superior in Peripheral Artery Disease?

Second-generation device goes head-to-head with popular first-gen device

ACC over a photo of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

Study Provides 'Elusive' Link Between Kids' Health and Adult Heart Events

CV risk factors in childhood tied to midlife CV events and CVD

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