Publications by authors named "R V Luepker"
Background: The burden and functional significance of autonomic dysfunction among survivors of childhood cancer is unknown.
Objectives: We evaluated the prevalence, risk factors, and functional relevance of autonomic dysfunction in survivors.
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional prospective evaluation of 1,041 adult survivors of childhood cancer treated with anthracyclines (31.
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- The study investigates aspirin use among American Indian or Alaska Native adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in the Upper Midwest, highlighting a lack of existing data.
- In a sample of 237 adults, aspirin use was found to be significantly higher in those with a history of CVD (76%) compared to those without (33%), with certain risk factors like age and diabetes influencing primary aspirin use.
- The research underscores the necessity of effective communication between patients and healthcare providers, noting that discussions about aspirin increased its use among those without CVD.
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- Low-dose aspirin is commonly used for preventing cardiovascular disease among US adults, but its use is often not aligned with medical guidelines.
- The Ask About Aspirin project aimed to improve the appropriate use of aspirin through education and media outreach in Minnesota, targeting adults ages 45-79 and involving clinics in four control states.
- Results from surveys indicated that while there were increased discussions about aspirin between patients and clinicians, the overall guideline-based use showed only small, insignificant changes over the study period.
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- The study aimed to explore the relationship between cardiovascular disease (CVD), its risk factors, and sociodemographic characteristics among African American adults in Minnesota.
- A sample of 644 participants revealed high prevalence rates of risk factors like hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes, with significant associations between perceived CVD risk and the likelihood of these conditions.
- Despite a high level of trust in healthcare providers, this trust did not translate into lower CVD prevalence, highlighting the need for tailored health interventions that consider sociodemographic and psychosocial factors.