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High Blood Pressure Lowers Walking Ability in Elderly

Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

A study of elderly clergy, both men and women, found a significantly accelerated decline in leg function in those with higher blood pressures-about 30% more loss per year at a systolic pressure of 160 mm Hg compared with 120 mm Hg.

Cognitive Dysfunction Linked With Poor Diabetes Control in Elderly

Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

Elderly diabetics with poor glucose control have a high prevalence of undiagnosed cognitive dysfunction, depression and functional disabilities.

Diabetes Drug Adherence Lower for African Americans

Posted: Wednesday, August 09, 2006

African-Americans with type 2 diabetes appear to be less likely than whites to take prescribed medications.

Diabetes Tied to Enlarged Prostate

Posted: Thursday, August 03, 2006

Researchers report that, BPH, or benign prostate hyperplasia, is a common condition in older men, but the risk of developing the condition seems to be increased by obesity and high blood sugar levels.

Study Shows Just How Effective Exercise is as a Treatment Option for Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Thursday, August 03, 2006

Now, a new systematic review shows that exercise helps regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels, increases the body's sensitivity to insulin and decreases blood lipids (fats) while also helping to burn body fat.

Diabetic Women at Higher Risk For Hip Fracture Need Prevention Strategy

Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Having type 2 diabetes for 12 or more years was associated with a three-times higher risk of hip fracture.

Increased Physical Activity Spurs Prolonged Life by 69%

Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Expending energy by walking, climbing stairs, doing household chores, or even washing windows enhances survival in older adults.

Diabetes Has Protective Effect on Bone Density

Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is associated with significantly lower bone turnover and higher results on bone ultrasound measurements, even in a largely vitamin-D-deficient, elderly, female nursing home population.

Americans Need More Help Managing Diabetes

Posted: Friday, June 09, 2006

U.S. patients and doctors alike show a surprising level of ignorance about diabetes and are not doing nearly enough to manage the condition, diabetes experts said.

Diabetes: A Growing Concern in Long-Term Care Facilities

Posted: Monday, August 08, 2005

26 percent of nursing home residents have diabetes. Facilities should develop a strategy to prevent, monitor and manage diabetes and promote better health in residents.