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Changes in the Position of Insulin Pumps Significantly Impacts Accuracy Posted: Sunday, January 31, 2010

Researchers have concluded that changing the height of a conventional insulin pump in relation to its tubing and infusion set can significantly impact expected insulin delivery rates.

Novo Nordisk receives US approval for Victoza® Posted: Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Novo Nordisk receives US approval for Victoza® (liraglutide) for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Carrying More Fat in Thighs and Rear Is Good for You Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

A new study suggests that people carrying their body fat in their backside and thighs enjoy some extra protection against diabetes, heart disease and other health problems associated with obesity.

Tuberculosis and Diabetes Linked Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

Clinicians caring for tuberculosis patients should screen routinely for diabetes, as the presence of diabetes could complicate the treatment of tuberculosis.

Less Sleep for Kids Means Higher Blood Sugars Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

Young children may be more apt to have high blood sugar, a precursor to diabetes, if they average 8 hours or less of sleep a night, report researchers.

Most Americans Overweight and One-Third Are Obese: NHANES Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

Two new studies last week draw attention to the alarming number of individuals in the US considered overweight or obese [1,2]. Based on the latest surveys, more than two-thirds of US adults are overweight or obese, one-third are considered obese, and more than 10% of children and adolescents are also considered too heavy for their age.

Effects of Diet on Diabetes Risk Varies by Ethnicity Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

Diets heavy in meat and fat seem to raise the risk of diabetes, though the effects of this and other diet patterns may vary by ethnicity and sex, a new study finds.

Siblings Key in Gestational Diabetes Risk Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

A family history of diabetes increases a woman's risk of developing gestational diabetes, a new study confirms.

Fear of Hypoglycemia in Parents of Children with Type 1 Diabetes Associated with Poor Control Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

The association between a higher level of hypoglycemic-related fear and parental emotional distress and poorer glycemic control in the child emphasizes the need for programs to support and guide parents.

Diabetes Triples Risk of Dementia in Older People Posted: Sunday, January 24, 2010

A new study claims that some older people with mild memory-loss are three times more likely to develop dementia if they also have diabetes.

 

 

 

 

 

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