Atherosclerosis
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Randomized controlled trial of vitamin D supplement on endothelial function in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Suboptimal vitamin D status is associated with endothelial dysfunction and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases but it is unclear whether vitamin D supplementation is beneficial. The aim was to investigate the effect of vitamin D supplementation on endothelial function in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). ⋯ HKCTR-867, www.hkclinicaltrials.com.
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This study uses a prospective design to examine the association between self-reported job insecurity and incident coronary heart disease; an association which has been little investigated previously. ⋯ This study suggests that job insecurity may adversely affect coronary health.