Alert Issued to Users of CPAP or Bi-Level PAP Therapy Masks
Philips Respironics is alerting users of certain CPAP or Bi-Level PAP therapy masks that these devices should not be used by or near certain people...
Photonic Contact Lens to Test Blood Glucose Levels, Treat Retinopathy
New technology that allows diagnosis of diabetes and treatment of diabetic retinopathy just by wearing 'Smart Light-emitting diode (LED) Contact Lens.' Contact lens that tests blood sugar levels.
Aspirin May No Longer Be Needed as Cardiovascular Treatment
A new paper in Family Practice, published by Oxford University Press, found that the widespread use of statins and cancer screening technology may have...
Study: Tea Linked to Longer, Healthier Life
Drinking tea at least three times a week is linked with a longer and healthier life. Depending on the type of tea, results include reduced risk or heart disease and death...
Review Suggests Artificial Sweeteners Contribute to Weight Gain, Type 2 Diabetes
Here's a bitter pill to swallow: Artificial sweeteners may be doing more harm than good according to a newly published review.
Half of Women with Cardiac Arrest Get Wrong Treatment
A stunning 50-percent of the heart failure cases among women are caused by having a heart attack, which can be treated with modern methods.
First Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Kiosk Unveiled at The Campaign Against Hunger Food Pantry
The American Heart Association and the Elizabeth Elting Foundation will unveil the first blood pressure self-monitoring kiosk at The Campaign Against Hunger's (TCAH) resource center and food pantry in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn.
Certain Diabetes Drugs Protect Against Kidney Failure
Certain diabetes drugs can reduce the risk of dialysis, transplantation, or death due to kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes.
Diabetics More Likely to Die from Alcohol, Accidents or Suicide
A recent study provides some insight as to why diabetic patients are more likely to die from alcohol-related factors, accidents or suicide.
Vitamin B Supplements May Protect Kidneys in Type 1 Diabetic Children
Vitamin B deficiency is associated with an increased risk of kidney damage in people with type-1 diabetes, but Vitamin B supplements may help preserve kidney function.
Periods of Fasting Protects Against Obesity and Diabetes, Nurture Health
Can fasting for a specific period of time each day help prevent obesity, diabetes and other health conditions? Researchers detail their findings from a recent study.
Discovery Details How Obesity Causes Disease – and 2 Ways to Stop It
New research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine explains why obesity causes harmful inflammation that can lead to diabetes, clogged...
Postpartum Depression Symptoms Linked to Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes Increases risk of postpartum depression according to recent study. The effects appear within a certain time frame during and after pregnancy...
Diabetes Medicine with Additional Heart Benefits Rivals Statin Therapy
A drug used to manage diabetes may reduce heart disease and death in people with diabetes regardless of their cholesterol levels and whether they are on a statin therapy.
Breakthrough Technique Turns Open Wounds and Ulcers into Skin
New technique to treat large cutaneous ulcers, including those seen in people with severe burns, bedsores or chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes, announced by researchers.
Recall Expands for Various Heart and Blood Pressure Medications Nationwide
Recent recall of drugs used for high blood pressure and heart failure has been expanded to include all lots, including Amlodipine, Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide.
