Monthly Archives: April 2014
Potentially Dangerous Arterial Plaque in Diabetic Patients Can be Measured by CT
Imaging of the coronary arteries with computed tomography (CT) angiography provides an accurate assessment of arterial plaque and could have a dramatic impact on the management of diabetic patients who face a high risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular events.
FDA Approves Tanzeum to Treat Type 2 Diabetes
The U.S. FDA today approved Tanzeum (albiglutide) subcutaneous injection to improve glycemic control, along with diet and exercise, in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Common Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Could Extend Hypoglycemia and Increase Health Risks
Researchers have discovered that a common treatment for people with type 2 diabetes could cause longer-than-normal periods of the low blood sugar reaction hypoglycemia, which may result in increased health risks to people with diabetes.