Scientists Show That Mitochondrial DNA Variants are Linked to Risk Factors for Type 2...
Researchers report for the first time that genetic variants in mitochondria, energy-producing structures harboring DNA that are inherited only from the mother, are directly linked to metabolic markers for type 2 diabetes.
FTC and FDA Act Against Internet Vendors of Fraudulent Diabetes Cures and Treatments
The FTC and the FDA, working with government agencies in Mexico and Canada, have launched a drive to stop deceptive Internet advertisements and sales of products misrepresented as cures or treatments for diabetes.
Diabetes Drug Recall: Glyburide Tablets
FDA announces a voluntary recall of Micronase lots, Glyburide Tablets
Mouse With Designer Liver Has Enhanced Glucose Tolerance And Improved Insulin Response
A mouse with improved glucose tolerance and insulin activity in the liver has been created, and generated new findings about insulin-signaling in the liver that could prove useful in understanding the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes.
Frequent Napping Associated with Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Older Adults
A study in the journal Sleep shows that frequent napping is associated with an elevated prevalence of type 2 diabetes and impaired fasting glucose.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Retinopathy Linked in Diabetes
According to new research, patients with diabetes who have retinopathy should also be screened for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Zebrafish Embryos Helping to Identify New Diabetes Drugs
New form of high throughput screening using zebrafish embryos could significantly shorten drug discovery for many diseases, including diabetes. In experiments with 500,000 genetically...
ALERT: Medtronic Recalls Quick-Set Plus Infusion Sets
Nationwide recall of Quick-set Plus infusion sets because of problems that can interrupt insulin flow to diabetics who use them.
More Severe Periodontal Disease Poses Additional Threat To Pregnant Diabetics
Pregnant diabetics have more gingival inflammation and deeper pockets between their teeth and gums, which are symptoms of periodontal disease, than non-diabetic pregnant women, according to a new study in the Journal of Periodontology.
Beta Cell Function Preserved with Alefacept in New-onset Type 1 Diabetics
Study shows that people with new-onset type 1 diabetes who took two courses of alefacept soon after being diagnosed showed preserved beta cell function...
Scientists Discover Molecular Switch that Contributes to Cellular Aging Process
Scientists report finding a molecular switch that can turn off some cellular processes that are protective against aging and metabolic diseases. Findings may open doors for new drug treatments to halt or slow development of metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes or heart disease.
Study Finds Clue to Birth Defects in Babies of Diabetic Mothers
A team has identified an enzyme as key to the molecular mechanism that significantly increases the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida and some heart defects among babies born to women with diabetes.
Grape Skin Compound Fights the Complications of Diabetes
Resveratrol in grape skins could stop diabetic complications such as heart disease, retinopathy and nephropathy, research finds.
Diabetes Complications and Risk of Death Predicted by Duration of Diabetes and Advancing Age
The duration of diabetes and advancing age independently predict diabetes severity and risk of death in older adults with type 2 diabetes according to a recent study.
Study: Signaling Pathways Required for Expansion of Pancreas Stem Cells
IDDM, which used to be referred to as Type 1 diabetes, results from selective destruction of insulin-producing pancreatic islet beta cells by the body's immune system.
‘Motherwell’s Babies’ Study May Yield Up Clues For Adult Diseases
Researchers have begun a new study into the effects of a mother's diet in pregnancy upon unborn babies and their future health.
