Two Landmark Papers on Amputation Prevention in Diabetes Unveiled
Two studies focus on various aspects of diabetic foot care.
New Cell Transplantation Technique Restores Insulin Production in Diabetics
Researchers are using a new cell transplantation technique to restore the cells that produce insulin in patients with type 1 diabetes.
Increased Duration of Breastfeeding Associated With Decreased Risk of Diabetes
Women who breastfeed longer have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study in the November 23/30 issue of JAMA.
High-Sugar Diet Pushing Some Latino Kids Toward Type 2 Diabetes
Overweight Latino children who consume lots of sugar-especially in sugary drinks-show signs of beta cell decline, a precursor of type 2 diabetes, according to researchers.
How Protein-Rich Diets Curb Hunger
Researchers have uncovered new evidence to explain the observation that diets rich in protein stunt the appetite.
Pregnant Women Don’t Exercise Enough: Study Finds Doctors Need To Better Educate Patients
Obstetricians and gynecologists need to do a better job of encouraging women with uncomplicated pregnancies to exercise. The message is not getting out that women should continue to exercise during pregnancy, at least at moderate intensity.
Diabetic Blacks Have Less Coronary Artery Disease Than Diabetic Whites
In a surprising outcome, investigators at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center found that diabetic black men have dramatically lower amounts of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, than diabetic white men.
Study Shows That Dialysis Patients Often Have Close Family Members Also On Dialysis
Nearly one-fourth of all dialysis patients have a close relative on dialysis. The researchers suggest screening other relatives for undetected kidney disease.
Researchers Looking At How Neighborhoods Contribute To Healthy Lifestyles
The project by nutrition researchers from Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is part of efforts to learn how a neighborhood influences physical activity and diet.
Interference With Blood Glucose Measurement Following Use of Parenteral Maltose/Galactose/Oral Xylose-Containing Products
Potential for life-threatening falsely elevated glucose readings in patients who have received parenteral products containing maltose or galactose, or oral xylose, and are subsequently tested using glucose dehydrogenase pyrroloquinolinequinone (GDH-PQQ) based glucose monitoring systems.
FDA Approves New Indication for INVANZ® (ertapenem) for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe...
FDA has approved INVANZ® (ertapenem), a once-daily injectable antibiotic, for the treatment of moderate to severe complicated foot infection due to indicated pathogens in diabetic patients without osteomyelitis.
Low Blood Glucose Levels May Complicate Gastric Bypass Surgery
Physicians monitoring patients who have undergone gastric bypass surgery should be on the alert for a new, potentially dangerous hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) complication.
End-Stage Renal Disease Incidence, Prognosis Improving For Patients With Diabetes
Patients with type 1 diabetes have an improved prognosis with regard to end-stage renal disease over the past four decades.
Local Anesthetics Are Effective For Neuropathic Pain
Lidocaine and similar local anesthetics are effective for treating pain that emanates from damaged nerves, according to a systematic review of current evidence.
Children With Diabetes Sue School Districts, State
The suit asks the Court to compel public school officials to comply with federal law by providing the assistance that California students with diabetes require to manage their diabetes during the school day.
Cuts Taking Effect Within A Month Remove Access To Tools Doctors And Patients Need...
The cuts will leave many Maine adults living in poverty with no or inadequate coverage for vital care and medical supplies required to properly manage diabetes.
