The New England journal of medicine
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Comment Letter Randomized Controlled Trial
Prognosis in heart failure with a normal ejection fraction.
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Despite the aging of the population, little is known about the sexual behaviors and sexual function of older people. ⋯ Many older adults are sexually active. Women are less likely than men to have a spousal or other intimate relationship and to be sexually active. Sexual problems are frequent among older adults, but these problems are infrequently discussed with physicians.
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Obesity is associated with increased mortality. Weight loss improves cardiovascular risk factors, but no prospective interventional studies have reported whether weight loss decreases overall mortality. In fact, many observational studies suggest that weight reduction is associated with increased mortality. ⋯ Bariatric surgery for severe obesity is associated with long-term weight loss and decreased overall mortality.