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Disturbed Eating Common in Young Diabetic Girls

Posted: Tuesday, August 17, 2004

Young diabetic girls experience eating disturbances significantly more often than do those without the condition.
Given these findings, the researchers conclude that "screening and prevention programs for this high-risk group should begin in the preteen years."

New Under-Skin Sensor That Monitors Blood Sugar Levels For Diabetics

Posted: Wednesday, July 07, 2004

People with diabetes could soon be waving goodbye to the pain and hassle of needles, thanks to a new under-skin sensor that monitors blood sugar levels with a simple wave of the arm. The sensor, which is smaller than a dime and paper thin, is based on the same theory behind plastic security tags used in stores to prevent shoplifting

Analysis: More Diabetes Awareness Needed

Posted: Thursday, April 29, 2004

Over 10,000 dollars is spent on every person with diabetes annually.The healthcare industry still must educate people more about risk factors for the disease and the importance of testing

A1c Screenings Uncover 25% of People With Hidden Diabetes Risk

Posted: Thursday, April 22, 2004

Blood tests done in churches, community centers, shelters and busy street corners of the Bronx reveal that nearly a quarter of those tested had previously undiagnosed diabetes or were at high risk for developing the disease, according to a new report. Hemoglobin A1c tests are a good way to uncover disease risk in a community-based study because unlike other common diabetes tests, hemoglobin levels do not depend on how recently a person ate

A1c Screenings Uncover 25% of People With Hidden Diabetes Risk

Posted: Thursday, April 22, 2004

Blood tests done in churches, community centers, shelters and busy street corners of the Bronx reveal that nearly a quarter of those tested had previously undiagnosed diabetes or were at high risk for developing the disease, according to a new report. Hemoglobin A1c tests are a good way to uncover disease risk in a community-based study because unlike other common diabetes tests, hemoglobin levels do not depend on how recently a person ate

Antibiotic Can Cause Hypoglycemia

Posted: Monday, April 05, 2004

If you take a sulfonylurea and your doctor wants to prescribe clarithromycin, tell your doctor about these cases. Any time you´re prescribed a new medication, ask your pharmacist whether the drug is known to affect blood glucose levels and how often you should check your glucose levels while on the new medication

How To Impact Your Patients Lifestyles in 20 Minutes! Part 2

Posted: Monday, April 05, 2004

Over the next few weeks I will share with you my experiences in traveling to 15 small towns in central Illinois and providing diabetes education for over 450 patients. There are a number of stories I will share with you and provide you information from what I learned and used to help patients with diabetes take better control.

Blood Glucose Testing Guidelines

Posted: Thursday, March 04, 2004

The American Academy of Family Physicians has just issued a new physician guide for blood glucose testing.Testing times are based on the kind of medicine you take and on how well your blood glucose levels are controlled