Diabetes

Gender makes a difference in diabetic neuropathy

2008-11-20T14:43:00.001-08:00

Gender makes a difference in diabetic neuropathyBackgroundNeuropathies are characterized by a progressive loss of nerve fibersthat can be assessed noninvasively by several tests of nerve function,including nerve conduction studies and electromyography, quantitativesensory testing, and autonomic function tests. A widely accepteddefinition of diabetic peripheral neuropathy is "the presence

New Guidelines Launched by Canadian Diabetes Association

2008-09-26T11:50:00.001-07:00

New Guidelines Launched by CTORONTO -- September 18, 2008 -- TheCanadian Diabetes Association has released new clinical practiceguidelines to emphasise the importance of early identification of riskfactors in the prediabetes stage in order to prevent the onset ofdiabetes and the aggressive management of those risk factors in orderto prevent the serious complications associated with the

2008-03-26T16:23:00.000-07:00

Anna Levis has been diabetic from the age of four. It has made the legal secretary from Dagenham 'very careful' about her health. But after she developed a blister on her foot things started to go badly wrong. For diabetics who don't look after themselves, the long-term risks are damage to the eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart and major arteries. One of the biggest dangers is losing a foot or leg to

2008-02-27T13:57:00.001-08:00

BBC NEWSDiabetic mice 'cured' with drugsUS scientists have managed to rid diabetic mice of the effects of the disease using a cocktail of drugs.The mice, who had type 1 diabetes, started producing their own insulin after taking a mixture of four drugs.Previously the same team at Harvard University had only been able to stop the destruction of the cells which make insulin, not regenerate them.But

2008-01-25T10:01:00.000-08:00

Options Disable Get Free Snap Shots Title: Use of Diabetes Medication by Older Adults Linked with Increased Risk of Heart Problems, Death "Use of Diabetes Medication by Older Adults Linked with Increased Risk of Heart Problems, Death" CHICAGO, IL -- December 11,

2007-08-08T02:49:00.000-07:00

Diabetes problems 'vitamin link' BBC NEWSDiabetes problems 'vitamin link'A simple vitamin deficiency may be the cause of many of the side effects of diabetes, a study suggests.Researchers found people with the disease expelled thiamine - vitamin B1 - from their bodies at 15 times the normal rate in a study of 94 people.The Warwick University team said thiamine helped ward off complications such

2007-05-01T12:37:00.000-07:00

Significant Strides Being Made Against Diabetic Retinopathy0 Apr 2007 Research increasingly shows promise to both slow and relieve the effects of diabetic retinopathy, the most common complication of diabetes.In its earliest stages, retinopathy often has no overt symptoms but can progress over time to a phase in which the blood vessels of the eye leak and rupture easily, eventually causing

The test that could reveal your chances of developing diabetes

2007-02-12T11:44:00.001-08:00

The test that could reveal your chances of developing diabetes British scientists have made a major breakthrough in the battle against diabetes by identifying the genes which raises the risk of getting the condition. The findings mean there could soon be a test to identify those who could get Type 2 diabetes - of which there are around one million sufferers in Britain. Many of them

Eye disease in Diabetics tied to risk of dying

2007-02-11T12:00:00.001-08:00

Eye disease in diabetics tied to risk of dying Fri Feb 9, 3:04 PM ET In adults with type 2 diabetes, a common diabetes-related complication of the eye called retinopathy is associated with an increased risk of dying within in a given period of time, a study shows. Retinopathy arises when diabetes damages the tiny blood vessels of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.

Diabetic Foot Net

2007-02-05T11:52:00.001-08:00

CLEAR COM CLEARcast is a twice-monthly podcast featuring interviews with world-renowned clinican researchers in the field of the foot and ankle. The special emphasis is placed on amputation prevention, wound healing, and the diabetic foot.

COMMONSENSESECUITY

2007-02-04T11:21:00.001-08:00

Common Sense Security This site is designed to give an overview of what we can do to keep our computers safer and more secure while we are on the Internet. I have known the owner (Mark Rider) for a long time and confirm that his site is secure AND gives out some very useful advice. I can recommend it highly. Tony

2007-01-29T13:53:00.000-08:00

Lifestyle Changes Effective In Protecting Against Type II Diabetes24 Jan 2007 Changing to a healthier lifestyle appears to be at least as effective as taking prescription drugs in reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, says a new BMJ study.Type 2 diabetes is a growing problem - in England around 1.3 million people have diabetes and around 5% of total NHS resources are used for the

2007-01-29T13:49:00.000-08:00

Positive Opinion For Type 2 Diabetes Treatment, JANUVIA - First In New Class Of Oral Treatments Known As DPP-4 Inhibitors, European UnionJANUVIA (sitagliptin), Merck, Sharp & Dohme's treatment for patients with type 2 diabetes, today received a positive opinion from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Evaluation Agency (EMEA) in Europe. The CHMP

2007-01-01T11:03:00.000-08:00

A Happy New Year to one an` all.May the year ahead bring all that you desire and more.If that includes a substantial lottery win my address is available onrequest.Best WishesTony

PCD Europe

2006-12-30T15:59:00.000-08:00

Primary Care Diabetes EUROPE (PCD Europe) PCD Europe (www.pcdeurope.org) exists to provide a focal point for primary care clinicians and their patients. Its purpose is to promote high standards of care throughout Europe. Emphasis is placed on incorporating evidence based medicine into daily practice as well as promoting diabetes education and research in primary care.

Diabetes News Links

2006-11-20T15:44:00.000-08:00

Reducing The Risk Of Diabetes Unlocking The Secrets Of Slowly Digestible Starch

STUDY

2006-11-20T15:41:00.000-08:00

Fruit Yogurt Could Play An Important Role In Diabetes Management Yogurt enriched with fruit or made from soy could play an important dietary role for people living with Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, suggests new findings by University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers.Led by Kalidas Shetty, the UMass Amherst scientists screened extracts from a sampling of dairy and soy yogurts

WELCOME TO DIABETES HEALTH ONLINE

2006-10-08T15:37:00.000-07:00

Welcome to DiabetesHealthOnline Recommended reading on what you need to know about diabetes.

DIEBETES MINE

2006-09-13T15:55:00.000-07:00

DiabetesMine For journalist Amy Tenderich, being diagnosed with diabetes changed her life -- twice. The news itself transformed the way she regarded everyday things like meals and exercise. But when she sought information on how others cope with the disease, how people interpret new research and try new therapies, she became frustrated. So she created her own resource -- www.diabetesmine.com -

UNDERSTANDING TYPE 2 DIABETES

2006-09-07T15:03:00.000-07:00

Barry J. Goldstein, MD, PhD The Growing Epidemic of Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a progressive metabolic disease that is becoming increasingly common in the United States. The number of Americans with type 2 diabetes more than doubled from 1980 to 2004.[1] According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), approximately 20.8 million children and adults in the United States

Increased Statin Dose Can Benefit Diabetics With Heart Disease

2006-06-03T15:54:00.000-07:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 26 - Treating diabetics who have clinical signs of coronary heart disease with a high dose of atorvastatin (80 mg daily), rather than the normal dose of 10 mg daily, can lower the rate of major cardiovascular events by 25%, according to a report in the June issue of Diabetes Care.In the main analysis of data from the Treating to New Targets (TNT) study, increasing

Novel Type 2 Diabetes Screening Program Helps Identify at-Risk Youth

2006-02-28T12:28:00.000-08:00

Feb. 27, 2006 (Reno, Nevada) A new screening checklist may help identify children at risk for type 2 diabetes, according to a new study presented here at the annual meeting of the American College of Preventive Medicine. The checklist combined elevated body mass index (BMI) with other traditional risk factors, such as race/ethnicity, family history of type 2 diabetes, acanthosis nigrans, and

Medical Monofilament Sensory Nerve Testers For Diabetics

2005-11-11T15:22:00.000-08:00

Monofilaments: History and ImportanceThe history of the use of various filaments to test for the presence or absence of sensation dates back to the 1800’s when Von Frey used horsehairs for testing patients’ sensation thresholds. In 1960, Dr. Josephine Semmes and Dr. Sidney Weinstein developed a more sophisticated set of medical grade sensory testing monofilaments.1 Their premise was that an

Walnuts May Improve Lipid Profile in Type 2 Diabetes

2005-11-01T14:15:00.000-08:00

Dec. 1, 2004 — Adding walnuts to a low-fat diet improves lipid profile for patients with type 2 diabetes, according to the results of a randomized study published in the December issue of Diabetes Care."Walnuts are distinguished from other nuts by virtue of their higher polyunsaturated fat content (and importantly their ?-linolenic acid [ALA] content) combined with antioxidants in the form of ?-

Measurements in the Diabetic Foot

2005-10-21T09:54:00.000-07:00

Abstract and IntroductionAbstractDiabetic foot syndrome is complex, affects up to 20% of patients with diabetes at least once in their lifetime, and is responsible for the vast majority of amputations in the United States and in Europe. Since its clinical history evolves from an initial nonulcerative phase, to an acute ulcerative phase, an eventual recurrence, and a chronic post-ulcerative phase,

From 4S to FIELD and PROactive: 10 years of CV Trials in People With Diabetes

2005-10-21T09:52:00.000-07:00

Abstract and IntroductionAbstractThe last ten years have seen a rapid expansion in the evidence-base for the reduction of cardiovascular risk in people with diabetes. Following the landmark Scandinavian Simvastatin Survival Study (4S), several other studies have shown the benefits of statins in people with diabetes, but much less data are available for the benefit of fibrates, and the main

The Dabetes Monitor (Web Site)

2005-09-10T15:58:00.000-07:00

Monitoring diabetes happenings everywhere in cyberspace, and providing information, education and support for people with diabetes.

Physicians Should Treat All Cardiovascular Risk, Not Just Metabolic Syndrome

2005-08-26T11:34:00.000-07:00

Aug. 25, 2005 — A joint statement from the Professional Practice Committee of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), published in the September issue of Diabetes Care, advises physicians not to diagnose or treat the metabolic syndrome. Rather, the statement suggests that they should treat all cardiovascular (CV) risk."The term '

Canadian Study Demonstrates New Approach To Achieving Diabetes Control

2005-06-24T15:34:00.000-07:00

Insight study reveals leading research on the benefits of using insulin earlier HAMILTON, ONTARIO -- June 16, 2005 -- Results of an all-Canadian study announced June 13 at an international diabetes congress demonstrate that patients with type 2 diabetes can safely achieve target blood sugar (glycemic) levels faster and more frequently when insulin glargine (a basal, long-acting insulin) is added

Energy Expenditure Promises Benefits for Diabetics

2005-05-26T14:47:00.000-07:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 25 - Physical activity that expends more than 10 metabolic equivalents (METs) per hour per week will provide health advantages and reduced medical costs for patients with type 2 diabetes, according to Italian researchers. However, full benefits are not achieved unless more than 20 METs per hour per week are expended.Senior author Dr. Pierpaolo De Feo and colleagues,

Dairy Products May Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Men CME

2005-05-18T14:25:00.000-07:00

May 10, 2005 — Men who have a high dairy intake have a lower risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM), according to the results of a prospective study published in the May 9 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. The editorialist reviews the purported benefits of milk and dairy products."Diet and lifestyle modifications can substantially reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes," write Hyon K. Choi,

Pioglitazone Slows Carotid Thickening in Diabetics

2005-05-16T12:33:00.000-07:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 13 - Independent of its ability to improve glycemic control, pioglitazone therapy decreases carotid intima-media thickness (IMT) in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a report in the May 17th issue of Circulation."We are encouraged by these results because the benefits seen with pioglitazone could, theoretically, lead to an overall reduction in the incidence

Danish Study Outlines Risk Factors for Diabetic Maculopathy

2005-05-13T16:02:00.000-07:00

By Earl R. Nichols FT. LAUDERDALE, FL -- May 9, 2005 -- According to a large Danish database, there does not appear to be a significant difference in the risk of developing diabetic maculopathy between patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, or type 2 patients who are insulin-dependent and who are not insulin-dependent. The risk is more or less similar, at 25.4 cases (a 5--year incidence rate of

Intense Insulin Therapy Does Not Improve Outcome After MI

2005-05-11T16:03:00.000-07:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 03 - Intense metabolic control using insulin does not improve mortality and morbidity in type 2 diabetic patients after acute myocardial infarction, according to the results of a multicenter European study.Insulin does not seem to be the only solution, but tight glucose control by any means is very important." Dr. Lars Ryden from the Karolinska Institute, Stockholm,

Insulin Identified as Trigger for Type 1 Diabetes

2005-05-11T12:13:00.000-07:00

WEDNESDAY, May 11 (HealthDay News) -- Insulin, the hormone most closely linked to diabetes, has turned out to be the cause of the inherited form of the blood sugar disease, researchers report.For reasons that remain unclear, in patients with type 1 diabetes the body's immune T-cells react against insulin-producing cells in the pancreas -- effectively shutting them down and triggering disease

>Diabetic Neuropathies

2005-05-04T15:48:00.000-07:00

IntroductionThe diabetic neuropathies are heterogeneous, affecting different parts of the nervous system that present with diverse clinical manifestations. They may be focal or diffuse. Most common among the neuropathies are chronic sensorimotor distal symmetric polyneuropathy (DPN) and the autonomic neuropathies. DPN is a diagnosis of exclusion. The early recognition and appropriate management

Impact of MI, Diabetes on Overall Health Differs Between the Sexes

2005-05-03T14:51:00.000-07:00

By Megan RauscherNEW YORK (Reuters Health) May 02 - In men myocardial infarction increases the risk of death from heart disease more so than diabetes, but in women diabetes is a greater mortality threat, according to results of a Finnish study reported May 3rd in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology."In general, diabetes is bad news for women," Dr. Gang Hu from National Public Health

FDA OKs Lilly-Amylin Drug for Type 2 Diabetes

2005-04-29T12:32:00.000-07:00

Fri Apr 29, 2005 5:38 PM BSTBy Toni ClarkeNEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. regulators have approved a diabetes drug derived from lizard saliva for patients who have not responded to other treatments, the drug's developers, Eli Lilly and Co. and Amylin Pharmaceuticals Inc., said on Friday.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved exenatide, an injectable drug to be sold under the brand name Byetta,

Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes With Troglitazone in the Diabetes Prevention Program

2005-04-27T09:10:00.000-07:00

Abstract and IntroductionAbstractThe Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) was a randomized clinical trial of prevention of type 2 diabetes in high-risk people. Troglitazone, an insulin-sensitizing agent, was used initially but was discontinued during the trial. Troglitazone therapy was compared with other DPP interventions, considering both the short-term "in-trial" results and the longer-term

Diabetic Neuropathies

2005-04-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

Metformin May Cut Risk of Cancer in Diabetics

2005-04-22T14:45:00.000-07:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Apr 21 - Patients with type 2 diabetes who are prescribed metformin appear to be at lower risk of cancer than those not treated with metformin, according to a pilot observational study reported in the British Medical Journal Online First on April 21.Lead author Dr. Josie M. M. Evans and colleagues at the University of Dundee in Scotland explain that metformin activates

Caffeine Boosts Insulin Resistance Regardless of Exercise, Weight Loss

2005-03-21T14:36:00.000-08:00

By Anne HardingNEW YORK (Reuters Health) Mar 18 - Caffeine intake has a negative effect on insulin sensitivity in men with and without type 2 diabetes, and this effect persists even with regular exercise and loss of adiposity, Canadian researchers report."Through mechanisms that have yet to be firmly established, caffeine attenuates any of the beneficial effects of exercise or weight loss on

Diabetes Mine

2005-03-19T15:07:00.000-08:00

Diabetes MineA gold mine of straight talk and encouragement for people living with diabetesHere you go AmyNow and again you come across a goldmine on the Web. If you have Diabetes then read Amy's Blog.

The Diabetes Monitor

2005-03-17T13:18:00.000-08:00

Monitoring diabetes happenings everywhere in cyberspace,and providing information, education and support for people with diabetesThis is one of the most informative sites that you will find dealing with diabetes. For a ful index of articles GO HERE

Investigational Diabetes Drug Trials Halted After Health Problems

2005-03-17T12:48:00.001-08:00

Two trials of the experimental diabetes drug CS-917 were halted after two patients also taking metformin developed serious health problems, Metabasis announced Wednesday.Metabasis said it had been informed by Sankyo Co. Ltd., its partner in developing CS-917, that the two patients apparently developed lactic acidosis. The two affected patients were participating in a trial designed to test the

Investigational Diabetes Drug Trials Halted After Health Problems

2005-03-17T12:48:00.000-08:00

Aggressive Lipid-Lowering Therapy Reduces Cardiovascular Events

2005-03-16T12:46:00.000-08:00

March 8, 2005 (Orlando) — Aggressive lipid-lowering therapy to achieve low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels of less than 80 mg/dL is associated with a 22% reduction in relative risk of fatal and nonfatal myocardial infarction and stroke and coronary heart disease mortality, according to data reported here Tuesday at the American College of Cardiology 2005 Annual Scientific

Diabetes Triples Risk of Liver Cancer

2005-03-16T12:43:00.000-08:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Mar 07 - It appears that diabetes is an independent risk factor for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), raising the risk two- to three-fold, investigators report in the April issue of Gut.While previous studies have revealed a relationship between diabetes and HCC (see Reuters Health reports, February 25 and September 7, 2004), results were based on referral samples and

Infliximab reduces diabetic macular edema

2005-03-16T12:22:00.000-08:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The monoclonal antitumor necrosis factor monoclonal antibody infliximab is showing promise for the treatment of severe macular edema in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to the results of a small prospective study."The observed recovery of useful vision in eyes that are in danger of vision loss due to long-standing, severe diabetic macular edema was impressive,

Lifestyle and metformin interventions cost-effective for preventing diabetes

2005-03-16T12:15:00.000-08:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), which involves lifestyle or metformin interventions, has been shown to delay or prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Now, new research indicates that the DPP approach is cost-effective.Meanwhile, in a similar study, lifestyle modifications were found to decrease the risk of diabetes in nonsmokers without impaired glucose

Toe Pulse Oximetry May Help Detect Lower Extremity Arterial Disease in Type 2 Diabetics

2005-03-16T12:08:00.000-08:00

March 2, 2005 — Pulse oximetry of the toes may be as accurate as ankle-brachial index (ABI) for the screening of lower extremity arterial disease (LEAD) in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to the results of a study published in the Feb. 28 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine."LEAD is common and underdiagnosed in patients with diabetes mellitus and is associated with higher total

Exercise Inception, Even Late in Life, Cuts Cardiovascular Risks

2005-03-14T12:30:00.000-08:00

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Mar 11 - Adopting a regular exercise routine for the first time later in life, reduces the development of metabolic risk factors for cardiovascular disease, Canadian researchers report in the March issue of Diabetes Care."Our next step," lead investigator, Dr. Robert John Petrella, said in an interview with Reuters Health, "is to expand the impact into the broader

Glucose Tolerance Test, B12 Levels Best to Diagnose Sensory Neuropathy

2005-03-13T08:22:00.000-08:00

May 11, 2004 — Patients with sensory neuropathy should be evaluated with a glucose tolerance test and vitamin B12 levels, while other studies should be based on clinical findings, according to the results of a study published in the May 10 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine."Peripheral neuropathy is a common problem that often prompts a lengthy and expensive diagnostic evaluation," write

U.S. Group Says Crestor Risk Higher Than Other Statins

2005-03-13T08:18:00.000-08:00

WASHINGTON (Reuters) Mar 10 - The rate of serious muscle damage reported in patients who took AstraZeneca Plc's Crestor (rosuvastatin) was six times higher than with other statins, a consumer group said on Thursday.The findings by consumer group Public Citizen contradicted a statement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration last week that the risks of muscle injury from Crestor were similar to

Impact on Medication Use and Adherence of Australian Pharmacists' Diabetes Care Services

2005-03-09T12:36:00.000-08:00

Log in as visitor101 Password visitor101Abstract and IntroductionAbstractObjective: To assess the effect of a specialized service implemented in community pharmacies for patients with type 2 diabetes on medication use and medication-related problems.Design: Parallel group, multisite, control versus intervention, repeated measures design, with three different regions in New South Wales,

Should All Diabetic Patients Receive a Statin? Results From Recent Trials

2005-03-09T12:33:00.000-08:00

Log in as visitor101 Password visitor101AbstractDiabetes is associated with the development of premature cardiovascular disease. In the three early trials of statin therapy for patients with established coronary heart disease there were many patients with diabetes; subgroup analysis has confirmed the benefits of cholesterol lowering with statin therapy in these patients. In the two early

Diabetes Triples Risk of Liver Cancer

2005-03-08T12:01:00.000-08:00

Lifestyle and metformin interventions cost-effective for preventing diabetes

2005-03-03T12:07:00.000-08:00

Last Updated: 2005-02-28 17:00:10 -0400 (Reuters Health)NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), which involves lifestyle or metformin interventions, has been shown to delay or prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Now, new research indicates that the DPP approach is cost-effective.Meanwhile, in a similar study, lifestyle modifications were found to decrease the

Angiotensin receptor blockade improves renal blood flow in diabetics

2005-03-03T12:06:00.000-08:00

Last Updated: 2005-02-22 12:25:13 -0400 (Reuters Health)NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Chronic angiotensin II receptor blockade with olmesartan improves renal vascular perfusion despite significant blood pressure reductions in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to a report by German researchers in the April issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology."Angiotensin II subtype 1

Finding type 2 diabetics in primary care

2005-03-01T12:22:00.000-08:00

A concern about the obesity epidemic is the increased numbers of people with adult-onset diabetes. Chance finding of frank diabetes or pre-diabetic hyperglycaemia is often a major trigger for lifestyle changes of less but better food, more exercise, and lost weight. Early detection and better control could ameliorate problems associated with diabetes.This smacks of screening. Screening is a word

Internet diabetes monitoring

2005-03-01T12:09:00.001-08:00

The setting for this trial was Korean patients with type 2 diabetes and Internet access. Severe concomitant disease was an exclusion criterion, or previous participation in any similar programme. Participants underwent examination and laboratory tests before and after 12 weeks in the study.Patients consenting to participate were randomised to usual or Internet care. Usual care involved monthly

Internet diabetes monitoring

2005-03-01T12:09:00.000-08:00

Genetics of type 2 diabetes mellitus: status and perspectives.

2005-02-25T11:11:00.000-08:00

Hansen L, Pedersen O.Steno Diabetes Center, Copenhagen, Denmark.Throughout the last decade, molecular genetic studies of non-autoimmune diabetes mellitus have contributed significantly to our present understanding of this disease's complex aetiopathogenesis. Monogenic forms of diabetes (maturity-onset diabetes of the young, MODY) have been identified and classified into MODY1-6 according to the

Many Type 2 Diabetics Should Take Statins

2005-02-24T12:00:00.000-08:00

April 22, 2004 — Controlling cholesterol is as important as controlling blood sugar for patients with type 2 diabetes, according to new guidelines of the American College of Physicians (ACP) published in the April 20 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine.In April 2003, the ACP recommended tight blood pressure control in type 2 diabetes. The new ACP guidelines are the second set of guidelines

A Pro-Active Call Center May Improve Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetes

2005-02-23T12:21:00.000-08:00

News Author: Laurie Barclay, MDCME Author: Désirée Lie, MD, MSEdFeb. 4, 2005 — A Pro-Active Call Center Treatment Support (PACCTS) intervention can improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetes, according to the results of a randomized trial published in the February issue of Diabetes Care. A second article in the same issue established that this intervention, using trained nonmedical telephone

Vitamin B12 Status of Patients Treated With Metformin: A Cross-Sectional Cohort Study

2005-02-23T12:07:00.000-08:00

IntroductionFollowing the results of the United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study (UKPDS)[1] metformin is increasingly used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Metformin has an excellent safety profile,[2] but malabsorption of vitamin B12 may occur during long-term metformin treatment.[3,4] However, the prevalence and clinical significance of this potential adverse drug reaction is unknown. The

Statin Drugs and Coenzyme Q10

2005-02-20T04:08:00.000-08:00

Statin drugs are one of the most used pharmaceutical classes of products throughout the world. Lipitor® (atorvastatin) and Zocor® (simvastatin) have been ranked among the top 10 prescription drugs since 1999, with $9.2 billion in sales generated.Clinical research has documented the benefit of these drugs for the prevention and treatment of heart disease. Other possible indications include

Diabetes Appears to Increase Risk of Sepsis

2005-02-04T15:23:00.000-08:00

"Diabetes Appears to Increase Risk of Sepsis"ALEXANDRIA, VA -- January 27, 2005 -- A new study adds potentially fatal blood infections to the list of health risks from diabetes, a condition that is on the rise in the United States as obesity rates climb, according to the Feb. 15 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases, now available online. Researchers have known for years that obesity and diabetes

2005-02-03T08:42:00.000-08:00

Diabetic Neuropathies: The Nerve Damage of Diabetes: "Diabetic Neuropathies: The Nerve Damage of Diabetes" Diabetic neuropathies are a family of nerve disorders caused by diabetes. People with diabetes can, over time, have damage to nerves throughout the body. Neuropathies lead to numbness and sometimes pain and weakness in the hands, arms, feet, and legs. Problems may also occur in every organ

Does Someone in Your Household Have Diabetes?

2005-01-07T11:41:00.000-08:00

An estimated 18.2 million Americans have diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. The effects of this disease can cause severe foot problems. November is American Diabetes Month – a good time to remind family members with this disease that good foot care must be a part of their overall treatment regimen. Circulatory and nerve damage problems caused by diabetes can leave patients

2005-01-06T09:29:00.000-08:00

Australian Prescriber: "The management of type 2 diabetes" SYNOPSIS Control of blood glucose in type 2 diabetes involves a stepped approach to therapy ideally by a multidisciplinary team. Therapy begins with education, then a reduction in dietary fat and an increase in exercise. If control remains inadequate, the usual next steps are the addition of metformin, and later a sulfonylurea. In those

Depression May Raise Women's Diabetes Risk

2004-12-27T13:00:00.000-08:00

Depression May Raise Women's Diabetes RiskSymptoms of Depression Linked to Insulin ResistanceBy Jennifer Warner Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MDon Wednesday, December 22, 2004WebMD Medical NewsDec. 22, 2004 -- Feeling blue may raise women's risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research.The study shows that symptoms of depression in middle-aged women are associated with higher

A Nutty Way to Improve Cholesterol in Diabetes

2004-12-27T12:59:00.000-08:00

A Nutty Way to Improve Cholesterol in DiabetesEating a Healthy Diet Including Walnuts May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes RisksBy Jennifer Warner Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MDon Friday, December 03, 2004WebMD Medical NewsDec. 3, 2004 -- Incorporating a handful of walnuts into a healthy diet may help people with type 2 diabetes improve their cholesterol levels and reduce their risk of heart disease, a

Hyperglycemia Slows Mental Functions in People with Diabetes

2004-12-27T12:08:00.000-08:00

ALEXANDRIA, VA -- December 22, 2004 -- A temporary rise in blood glucose (sugar) levels in people with both types of diabetes can interfere with their ability to think quickly and solve problems, according to a study in the January issue of Diabetes Care.Researchers at the University of Virginia Health System (UVHS) found that people who had both type 1 and type 2 diabetes performed poorly on

2004-12-15T12:50:00.000-08:00

BioMed Central | Full text | Update on Charcot Neuroarthropathy: "Charcot neuroarthropathy is not uncommon in diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy. Often, the condition is misdiagnosed for cellulitis or osteomyelitis and treatment is delayed. A high index of suspicion is required in these patients to initiate appropriate treatment early. This article covers the pathogeneses of this

2004-12-11T13:36:00.000-08:00

Diabetic Gourmet Magazine - Dedicated to Diabetic Dining and Healthy Living Diabetic Gourmet Magazine: free newsletter, daily tidbits, menus and forum.

2004-12-11T13:34:00.000-08:00

Diabetes.com: " Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline Welcome to Diabetes.comYou Can Be Stronger Than Diabetes"

2004-12-11T13:31:00.000-08:00

David Mendosa: A Writer on the Web: "Diabetes is a disease that perhaps more than any other depends much more on the patient than on the doctor. If you are newly diagnosed with diabetes, please start with Advice for Newbies. I have written hundreds of magazine and on-line articles, columns, and Web pages about diabetes, most of which are listed and linked in my Diabetes Directory. This includes

2004-12-11T13:20:00.000-08:00

Diabetes Resource Center: "Welcome to the Diabetes Resource Center! This site was developed by Eli Lilly and Company. The purpose of this resource center is to provide easy steps for healthy foot care. By increasing the importance of daily foot exams, most diabetic foot ulcers and amputations can be prevented"

2004-12-11T13:16:00.000-08:00

Sarahealth.com | Diabetes: "Diabetes | Links You are visiting Sarahealth, the site dedicated to achieving optimal physical and emotional wellness. This page discusses Type 2 diabetes with a focus on self-education and self-management."

2004-12-06T08:27:00.000-08:00

The Brownsville Herald � Study on diabetes surpasses anticipated figures Dec. 6, 2004 — Elida Ortiz blames a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle for her diabetes, but the odds may have been stacked against her. “You are what you eat,” said Ortiz who was diagnosed with Type II diabetes four years ago. “I used to eat three of four flour tortillas or six corn tortilla tacos (per meal),” said 59-

2004-12-05T15:22:00.000-08:00

Vitamin E Helps Some Diabetes Patients - Trustworthy, Physician-Reviewed Information from WebMD: "Nov. 23, 2004 -- Some people with diabetes may benefit from taking vitamin E, according to an international team of scientists. Vitamin E's possible heart benefits are described in a letter published in the November issue of the journal Diabetes Care. The letter was written by researchers, including

2004-12-03T11:42:00.000-08:00

Title: Testosterone Deficiency Found in One-Third of Diabetic Men "Testosterone Deficiency Found in One-Third of Diabetic Men" Study is first to reveal hypogonadism as common complication of diabetes BUFFALO, NY -- November 29, 2004 -- Low testosterone production appears to be a common complication of type 2 diabetes in men, affecting 1 out of 3 diabetic patients, a new study has shown.

2004-11-26T12:47:00.000-08:00

Prevention of type 2 diabetes mellitus through inhibition of the Renin-Angiotensin system

2004-11-24T06:12:00.000-08:00

Healthspan Vitamin supplements. Buy tax-free vitamins online with Healthspan: "As always, Healthspan brings you the most 'advanced Glucosamine supplements' in the UK! Wherever and whenever there have been valuable advances in the science of nutrition, Healthspan have incorporated them into their 'advanced' range of products. We now offer liquid and vegetarian forms of Glucosamine. "

2004-11-19T11:39:00.000-08:00

Letters to the Editor - January 15, 2004 - American Family Physician: "Use of Metformin Is a Cause of Vitamin B12 Deficiency" Small studies and case reports have shown that 10 to 30 percent of patients who are prescribed metformin show signs of reduced vitamin B12 absorption leading to clinically significant abnormalities in about 30 percent of cases.

2004-11-12T14:08:00.000-08:00

: "Title: AHA: Statins May Lower Blood Pressure 'AHA: Statins May Lower Blood Pressure' By Charlene Laino NEW ORLEANS, LA -- November 10, 2004 -- Statin therapy leads to a significant reduction in diastolic and systolic blood pressure, a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled comparative trial shows. Beatrice A. Golomb, MD, PhD, associate professor of medicine, University of California,

2004-11-12T13:58:00.000-08:00

Close Control Of Blood Pressure Associated With Fewer Eye Problems In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

2004-11-05T04:37:00.000-08:00

Cookin' With Google -- ResearchBuzz, September 13, 2003: "Judy Hourihan came up with the idea of searching Google to figure out what you're going to have for dinner and I turned it into a Google Hack. one of the most popular ones out there. "To use the recipe search, all you have to do is type a couple of ingredients in, and select the kind of recipe that you want. The service then searches

2004-11-05T04:35:00.000-08:00

Healthy Diabetic Recipes - a database of recipes suitable for diabetics This is a GREAT site for any Diabetic (Including YOU Cath in Limassol)

2004-11-01T09:12:00.000-08:00

BestTreatments :: Conditions :: Diabetes :: What treatments work?: "The different tablets used to treat diabetes can be divided into five groups. We have listed these below with some names of individual drugs (and brand names). Click on the links to find out more about:"

2004-11-01T06:45:00.000-08:00

Diabetes, Foot Care and Foot Ulcers PRODIGY PILS L541; (Version=23): "About 1 in 10 people with diabetes develop a foot ulcer at some stage. A foot ulcer is prone to infection, which may become severe. This leaflet aims to explain why foot ulcers sometimes develop, what you can do to help prevent them, and typical treatments if one does occur."

2004-11-01T06:42:00.000-08:00

Type 2 Diabetes PRODIGY PILS L49; (Version=24): "Type 2 diabetes occurs mainly in people aged over 40. The 'first-line' treatment is diet and exercise. If the blood glucose level remains high despite a trial of diet and exercise, then tablets to reduce the blood glucose level are usually advised. Insulin injections are needed in some cases. Other treatments include reducing blood pressure if it

2004-11-01T06:39:00.000-08:00

Foot Care For People With Diabetes PRODIGY PILS L540; (Version=23): "About 1 in 10 people with diabetes develop a foot ulcer at some stage. A foot ulcer does not heal very easily, is difficult to treat, and is prone to serious infection. Another leaflet called 'Diabetes, Foot Care and Foot Ulcers' gives more details. This leaflet gives a summary on how you can help to prevent foot ulcers."

2004-11-01T06:38:00.000-08:00

Diabetic Retinopathy And Other Eye Complications of Diabetes PRODIGY PILS L584; (Version=23): "What is diabetic retinopathy? What is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus (just called diabetes from now on) occurs when the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood becomes higher than normal. There are two main types of diabetes - Type 1 and Type 2. See separate leaflets called 'Type 1 Diabetes' and 'Type 2

2004-11-01T06:36:00.000-08:00

Diabetes and High Blood Pressure PRODIGY PILS L543; (Version=23): "Diabetes and High Blood Pressure" What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure (hypertension) means that the pressure of the blood in your arteries is too high. Blood pressure is recorded as two figures. For example, 140/80 mmHg. This is said as '140 over 80'. Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg).

2004-11-01T06:30:00.000-08:00

Treatments for Type 2 Diabetes PRODIGY PILS L583; (Version=23): "This leaflet mainly discuses treatments which can lower the blood glucose level. It briefly mentions other treatments which may also be advised if you have Type 2 diabetes. See a separate leaflet called 'Type 2 Diabetes' for more general information about this condition."

2004-11-01T06:17:00.000-08:00

BBC NEWS | Health | Diabetics 'must test blood more': "Diabetics should be checking their blood sugar levels more regularly to reduce the risk of heart disease and strokes, US research shows."

2004-11-01T06:13:00.000-08:00

BBC NEWS | Health | Herbal remedies 'do work': "cientific tests on a range of traditional remedies have shown they have 'real benefits', researchers say. Experts from King's College London said the treatments from around the world had properties which may help treat conditions such as diabetes and cancer. The remedies included India's curry leaf tree, reputed to treat diabetes."

2004-10-29T15:49:00.000-07:00

RedNova - Deadly Threat of Diabetes: "EDDIE Cusack fears for the future when he looks around at the other people at his regular diabetes clinic. At 70, Eddie is pretty philosophical about developing type two diabetes, a condition which has traditionally been associated with getting older. As long as he is sensible about his diet and takes regular exercise, he should be able to control a serious