In This Issue on 31-March-2025

This study analyzed psychotropic drug prescriptions for elderly Korean osteoarthritis patients from 2011-2020.While overall prevalent prescription rates declined slightly, longterm use increased post-2018.Opioids and benzodiazepines were most common.Notably, prescriptions of drugs with limited OA evidence and elderly safety concerns rose, particularly anti-epileptics and certain antidepressants, both in patients with and without psychiatric comorbidities.This suggests potential off-label use and highlights the need for safer OA pain management strategies. Non-Linear Association Between PhysicalActivities and Type 2 Diabetes in 2.4 Million Korean Population, 2009-2022: A Nationwide Representative Study.Yeon DK, et al.This study examined the link between physical activity and type 2 diabetes in over 2 million Koreans.A non-linear relationship was found, with the lowest diabetes risk at 1,028 METmin/week.Exceeding this increased risk.Combining moderate and vigorous activity, especially 300-600 MPA and over 600 VPA weekly, showed the lowest risk.Weekend and regular activity both reduced risk compared to inactivity, with no difference between them.PA frequency didn't significantly impact diabetes prevalence.