Scientist Identifies Gene in Mice That Governs Obesity, Physical Activity and More
A team led by Deborah J. Good has identified a gene that appears to play a role in obesity, physical activity, and sex behaviors in mice.
Black and Hispanic Kids More Likely to be Insulin-Resistant
Black and Hispanic children face higher risk than white children for insulin resistance-a stepping-stone to type 2 diabetes-regardless of whether they are heavy or thin, according to researchers.
Diabetic Gene Linked to Heart Disease
Using a simple blood test, researchers have identified a gene that determines which diabetes patients are at greater risk for developing heart disease.
Anti-Coagulation Drugs Found to Have Different Effects in Diabetics After Heart Attack
Researchers have found that drugs used to prevent blood coagulation appear to have different effects in heart patients with diabetes.
Protein In Eye May Help Fight Autoimmune Diseases in Other Parts of Body
A protein in the eye may aid in preventing and treating autoimmune diseases, including multiple sclerosis and diabetes.
Irbesartan Cost-Effective Treatment of Diabetic Kidney Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Up to $2.3 billion in total health care cost savings could be achieved in just three years if Americans with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease received treatment with irbesartan.
New Stem Cell Study May Lead to Diabetes Treatment
Embryonic stem cells were developed into a insulin producing tissue which kept diabetic mice alive -- something experts say is an important step toward new diabetes treatments.
Evidence Shows Aspirin Reduces Risk of a First Heart Attack
Aspirin conclusively reduces the risk of a first heart attack by 32%, according to a new report.
Fast Cooking Diabetics May Be Able To Lower Risk Of Heart Disease
Cooking food for short periods of time, at minimum safe temperatures, may lower the risk of heart disease for diabetics according to a new study appearing in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Drinking Large Amounts of Coffee May Reduce Risk of Diabetes
Dutch researchers announced that people that consume large amounts of coffee may actually reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Nicotine By-Product Reacts with Proteins; May Contribute to The Pathology of Diabetes, Cancer, Aging,...
Two researchers have discovered that a chemical called nornicotine — which is naturally present in tobacco — may contribute to the pathology of diabetes, cancer, aging, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Prototype Developed for Ultrasonic Patch to Deliver Insulin
Engineers have developed a prototype for an ultrasound insulin delivery system that is about the size and weight of a matchbook that can be worn as a patch on the body.
Exercise Helps Diabetics Control Heart-Related Problems
exercise physiologist suggests that exercise, mainly aerobic activity and weight training, may provide multiple solutions to heart problems.
Diabetic Women on Hormone Replacement Therapy Have Better Glycemic and Lipid Profiles
Diabetic women who use hormone replacement therapy were more likely to have their blood glucose under control, and have lower cholesterol levels than women who never used hormone therapy.
New Clues to Help Diabetes and Hypoglycemia
Scientists have found clues to why patients with insulin-dependent diabetes are often unable to sense their need to take life-saving glucose.
Patients Often Miss Out On Nutrition Counseling, at Cost to Health
Nutrition counseling can make a difference in the health of high-risk patients, yet it takes place in a minority of primary care visits, according to a study.
