New blood sugar measurements used to determine gestational diabetes will mean that lower levels may pose risks for mother and baby….

A large nationwide study that includes neurologists from Mayo Clinic has found that blacks are substantially less likely than whites to know that they have atrial fibrillation or to use warfarin, the most common treatment for the condition. Atrial fibrillation, an abnormal heart rhythm, significantly increases risk of stroke. Warfarin …

A Henry Ford Hospital study finds women with Type 2 diabetes who take a commonly prescribed class of medications called TZD’s to treat insulin resistance may be at a higher risk for developing bone fractures within 1 year of taking the medication.…

Data increasingly supports an association between rs6822844 at the IL2-IL21 region and multiple autoimmune diseases in individuals of European descent. A number of autoimmune diseases share susceptibility genes, pointing to similar molecular mechanisms.

Risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality among patients with Type 2 diabetes prescribed oral antidiabetes drugs: retrospective cohort study using UK general practice research database….

It appears that the FDA and Congress are trying to deal a final blow to GSK’s Avandia. The legislators have spent hundreds of hours reviewing tons of research and have decided that GSK withheld info about the potential for problems. (See Item #1.) To their credit GSK has decided to …

    “Managing Type 1 Diabetes: A guide for kids and their families“ With this Iphone/Ipod Touch Application specifically designed for kids with Type 1 diabetes, children with Type 1 diabetes will have fun while learning how to monitor and manage their condition.  This free, innovative application uses content developed …

Early Pregnancy Weight Gain Linked to Diabetes. See this week’s Item #2. LifeScan Recalls Specific Lots of Consumer and Professional OneTouch(R) SureStep(R) Test Strips Due To Inaccurate Readings at High Levels. See Press Release here. Amylin announced that the FDA has extended the PDUFA date for Byetta LAR from March …

Walnuts Improve Cardiovascular Health for Those with Type 2 Diabetes: According to a new Diabetes Care study, eating 2 ounces of walnuts per day as part of a normal diet may improve cardiovascular health in people with Type 2 diabetes. Previous studies demonstrated the potential benefit of walnuts in promoting …

Blood Glucose Levels Edge Up in Latest Teen Data: Although most U.S. teens have normal blood glucose levels, more than 30% are above normal weight, which has public health officials worried about the future burden of hyperglycemic illness. Among nondiabetic teens who underwent fasting glucose testing, 17% were overweight and …