Cardiovascular Risk Reduction With Icosapent Ethyl: A Systematic Literature Review.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States of America due to elevated triglyceride levels. High triglyceride levels lead to higher risks of ischemic events. There are multiple pieces of research and analyses on statin therapy and its ability to reduce the prevalence of heart complications.

The Link Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Dementia: A Review.

Background:  This study explored the relationship between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and dementia. These two diseases are a significant health burden that affects the older population, although they have also manifested in young people to a smaller extent.

Methodology:  The study entailed a detailed literature review of articles on RA and dementia.

Chronic Non-cancer Pain Management and Addiction: A Review.

The use of opioids in chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP) has been a fast-rising treatment phenomenon in the last two decades. Though opioids are advocated in various chronic pain management guidelines, their use in chronic non-cancer pain still remains controversial as evidence of this approach is still weak. This paper highlights potential adverse effects associated with opioid use in pain management, including an increase in tolerance, dependence, and addiction outcomes.