Study Targets Australian Pharmacists to Help Diabetes Sufferers
A new Wesley Research Institute project aims to make it much easier for people to manager their Type 2 Diabetes by using community pharmacists.
Higher Diabetes Rate for Non-Obese Filipino Americans
A recent study finds that non-obese older Filipino-Americans have much higher prevalence of diabetes than non-Hispanic whites. A new study has found that non-obese Filipino...
Walking Pace and Risk of Heart Disease Linked in Study
Does your walking pace mean you're at a higher risk of heart disease? Study suggests that people who walk at a certain speed could be at higher risk of heart disease compared to the general population.
Source of Diabetic Pain Uncovered by UK Researchers
The basis for chronic pain from diabetic neuropathy, which affects about 25% of people with diabetes, has been uncovered by researchers.
Platypus, Echidna Venom Spurs Type 2 Diabetes Discovery
An exciting discovery could help millions of people with type 2 diabetes regulate their blood sugar levels - and it involves platypus and echidna...
Australian Study: Pharmacists Likely to Play Direct Role in Future Diabetes Management
Community pharmacists could soon be playing a more direct role in diabetes management following a new study at Brisbane's Wesley Research Institute funded by the MBF Foundation.
For Chinese Adults, Diabetes Takes 9 Years Off Life
A recent JAMA study has found that Chinese adults with diabetes lose an average of 9 years off of their life span when compared...
Vision Loss Due to Diabetes Rising Globally
Blindness and visual impairment due to diabetes is rising significantly around the world, but people from certain regions are experiencing more vision loss than...
Blood Thinner Rivaroxaban Beats Aspirin for Clots and Thromboembolism
A McMaster University study discovered that the blood thinner rivaroxaban is better at preventing future blood clots than aspirin, and just as safe. An international...
Study: Snail Venom May Help Treat Diabetes
Researchers have found that venom extracted from a species of snail could be used for diabetes management. New research has found that venom extracted from...
Common Arthritis Drug Helps Wound Healing, Stem Cell Survival
Scientists have found a new way to protect stem cells from harsh inflammation during wound repair, and it involves a common anti-inflammatory drug.
China Faces Epidemic of Heart Disease and Stroke
Cardiovascular problems propelled by increases in high blood pressure and obesity are hitting the Chinese population, according to a new study. Is Western...
Gestational Diabetes Risk Lowered with Healthy Diet in South Asian Women
A recent study highlights the importance of public health messaging to South Asian women who are considering pregnancy in an attempt to reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes.
Most Primary Physicians Can’t Identify All Prediabetes Risk Factors
Study findings may be a wake-up call for primary care providers, the majority of which could not identify all 11 risk factors that qualify patients for prediabetes screening.
Australian First Study: Massive Diabetic Foot Disease Costs
New research from Queensland University of Technology shows preventable hospitalization from diabetic foot disease is costing Australia hundreds of millions of dollars each year. Senior...
Cheaper and More Sustainable Sweeteners Created
Researchers in Spain and Switzerland have designed a process to produce new sweeteners in a cheaper and more selective way. Polyalcohols are widely used in...
