Test Your Knowledge Issue 263
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Genetic Epidemiology Of Diabetes
How many times do your patients ask you "is there a diabetes heredity" or "am I going to pass on the diabetes genes to my kids". What do you tell them? Yes, No, or Maybe? What about all that stuff that says Type 1 is an autoimmune disease, does that...
Manipulating T-Cell Autoimmunity May Prevent Diabetes
Low-avidity ligands at high doses and intermediate-affinity ligands at intermediate doses were highly protective against diabetes.
Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension Tied to Metabolic Syndrome
Even mild pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) boosts the risk that a woman will develop metabolic syndrome later on in life.
Diabetes Education Has Little Effect on Improving Outcomes?
A new study by Duke Clinical Research Institute researchers finds little relationship between what a patient knows about diabetes and how well the patient fares.
Diabetes and Obesity Negatively Effect Joint Replacement Outcomes
Those with diabetes are ore likely to suffer post-operative complications.Flexible
Exercise Cuts Polycystic Ovary-Linked Diabetes Risk
Moderate exercise can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce diabetes risk in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
People With Diabetes More Sensitive to Cardiovascular Effects from Air Pollution
Hospitalizations and deaths related to cardiovascular problems increased among diabetics when levels of air pollution were higher.
Metformin Levels in Breast Milk Insignificant
New findings show that women who are breastfeeding can be reassured that if they take metformin for diabetes it won't harm their baby.
Periodontal Disease Linked to Mortality in Type 2 Diabetes
Brushing and flossing could do more than just maintain healthy teeth and gums; they also could help prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) in people with diabetes.
Enhancing the Effects of Sulfonylureas when Administered with an ACE Inhibitor
ACE inhibitors may cause a temporary increase of the insulin sensitivity, which leads to an increased risk of hypoglycemia.
Caffeine Reduces Nocturnal Hypoglycemia in Type 1 Diabetes
The suggested beneficial effects seen here may indicate a role for caffeine in reducing nocturnal hypoglycemia.
Insulin Identified as Trigger for Causing Type 1 Diabetes
Insulin, the hormone most closely linked to diabetes, has turned out to be the cause of the inherited form of the blood sugar disease.
Heart-Rate Profile during Exercise as a Predictor of Sudden Death
The heart-rate profile during exercise and recovery is a predictor of sudden death.
Pioglitazone Therapy Does Not Affect Coronary Flow in Diabetics
Pioglitazone therapy did not alter resting or adenosine-stimulated myocardial blood flow, or have an effect on coronary flow reserve.
WELL Diet More Effective Than Regular Low-Fat Diet
A diet with specified targets for fruit, vegetable and dairy intake -- the WELL diet -- is more effective than a typical low-fat diet in reducing blood pressure.
Asian Americans Face Higher Diabetes Risk and Not Being Screened
A significant risk factor for diabetes among Asian Americans -- even among those who aren't overweight.
