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Sharp Drop In Stress Hormones May Set Stage For Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis After Pregnancy
A sharp drop in stress hormones after giving birth to a child may predispose some women to develop certain conditions in which the immune system attacks the body's own tissues.
Finding of Key Blood Sugar controller Could Yield New Diabetes Drugs
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute researchers have discovered the long-sought molecular "switch" that regulates the liver’s production of glucose.
New Study Shows Targeted Lifestyle Changes Could Turn the Tide Aganst Diabetes and Heart...
World-first research at the University of Otago in New Zealand could help reverse the world-wide epidemic of diabetes and significantly reduce heart disease. Results show a 20% improvement in the body’s ability to use insulin.
Diabetes Control Falling Short Among African Americans
According to a new study, behavioral changes and improved preventive measures are required to rein in poorly controlled blood sugar and cholesterol in African Americans with diabetes.
Age-old Drug Points To Potential New Treatments for Type 2 Diabetes
An age-old drug may point to a brand new way to treat type 2 diabetes, according to scientists at Joslin Diabetes Center and the University of California in San Diego (UCSD).
Alcohol and the Brain: Moderation Does Some Good, Some Harm
Researchers found that some drinking among the elderly may fight age-related brain injuries, such as silent stroke and white matter disease, but that any level of alcohol intake may shrink brain matter.
More People Are Hospitalized For Stroke, But Fewer Strokes Are Fatal
The number of Americans who are hospitalized for stroke continues to increase, but the death rate is declining, according to a recent report.
Study Finds Brief Counseling By Health Professionals Boosts Patients’ Physical Fitness
Just 3 hours of advice and counseling by doctors and other health care professionals over 2 years can boost sedentary adults' physical fitness, according to a new study.
Geron Grows Stem Cells Without Mice Feeder Cells
Geron Corp. announced the publication on Monday of research demonstrating a way to grow human embryonic stem cells without using feeder cells from mice.
Ohio Firm Recalls Ham For Underprocessing
Freshmark is voluntarily recalling approximately 13,000 pounds of ready-to-eat ham because the products may be underprocessed.
Study Finds Inhaled Steroids Accelerate Bone Loss in Women with Asthma
Premenopausal women who use inhaled corticosteroids to treat persistent asthma may experience accelerated bone loss in the hip compared to those who do not use inhaled steroids, according to results of a new study.
Diabetes Drug Recall: Glyburide Tablets
FDA announces a voluntary recall of Micronase lots, Glyburide Tablets
FDA Approves Dermagraft for Treatment of Chronic Foot Ulcers in Patients with Diabetes
The FDA has approved the Premarket Approval Application for Dermagraft in the treatment of chronic foot ulcers in patients with diabetes.
Stem Cells Produce Insulin Cells
Researchers at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology have demonstrated that human embryonic stem cells can create insulin producing cells, a result that could signal an important step toward a cure for type 1 diabetes.
New Diabetes Screening and Management Guidelines Recommended By AACE
The American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists today announced their recommendations for new diabetes screening and management guidelines.
Diet and Exercise Dramatically Delay Type 2 Diabetes: Diabetes Medication Metformin Also Effective
At least 10 million Americans at high risk for type 2 diabetes can sharply lower their chances of getting the disease with diet and exercise, according to the findings of a major clinical trial.
