Scientists Identify Genetic Variant Associated with Heart Disease in Type 2 Diabetes
Scientists have identified a previously unknown genetic variant associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) in type 2 diabetic patients.
New Approach to Prevent Diabetes-Induced Birth Defects Studied
A research team has identified a cell signaling pathway which plays a significant role in causing developmental defects of the fetal spinal cord and brain in babies of women with diabetes.
Moderate Alcohol and Healthy Diet Linked with Lower Risk of Kidney Disease in Diabetics
Eating a healthy diet and drinking a moderate amount of alcohol may be associated with decreased risk or progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Type 1 Diabetes Drug Very Effective in Trial
An experimental drug designed to block the advance of type 1 diabetes in its earliest stages has proven strikingly effective over two years in about half of the patients who participated in the phase 2 clinical trial.
Blood Sugar Level Tied to Dementia – Even with Non-Diabetics
A study has found that higher blood sugar levels are associated with higher dementia risk, even among people who do not have diabetes.
Urgent Recall of Nova Max Blood Glucose Test Strips
The FDA is working with Nova Diabetes Care to recall 21 lots of glucose test strips marketed under the brand names Nova Max Blood Glucose Test Strips and Nova Max Plus Glucose Meter Kits. The test strips under recall may report a false, abnormally high blood glucose result.
Diabetes Discovery Could Lead to Big Difference in Lives of Moms and Their Kids
Research on the genetics of diabetes could help women know their risk for developing gestational diabetes before becoming pregnant -- and lead to preventive measures to protect the health of their kids.
Researchers See New Mechanism for Resolving Diabetes
After gastric bypass surgery, the small intestine changes the way it processes glucose and helps to resolve type 2 diabetes.
Eating Certain Foods May Help Kids with Type 1 Diabetes Produce Insulin
Adding certain foods to the diets of youth with Type 1 diabetes kept them producing some of their own insulin for up to two years after diagnosis.
Health Outcomes in the United States Worse Than Other Countries
In almost every major cause of premature death - from ischemic heart disease to diabetes - the United States trails its peers.
Multiple Generations May Inherit Father’s Obesity
Fathers could increase the risk of both their children and their grandchildren inheriting obesity, according to new research.
Adding Certain Foods to Diets of Type 1 Diabetic Children Helped Produce Insulin
Adding foods rich in specific amino and fatty acids to the diets of youth with Type 1 diabetes kept them producing some of their own insulin for up to two years after diagnosis.
Genetic Abnormality Linked to Cancer More Common in Type 2 Diabetics
A type of genetic abnormality linked to cancer is more common in people with type 2 diabetes than the rest of the population, a new study has found.
Risk of Diabetes Doubled for Infants Starting Solid Food Before 4 Months Old
Infants who get their first solid food before 4 months of age and after 6 months may have a higher risk of developing Type 1 diabetes.
Tailoring Treatment Leads to Dramatic Results for Older Diabetics
More than 1/4 of type 2 diabetics over 70 could benefit simply from improving communication and education in the clinic, new research has revealed.
Vitamin D Lowers Blood Pressure and Relieves Depression in Diabetic Women
In women who have type 2 diabetes and show signs of depression, vitamin D supplements significantly lowered blood pressure and improved their moods.
