Abstract The prevalence of diabetes mellitus continues to increase worldwide, and it is a well-established cardiovascular risk factor. Hypertension is also an important cardiovascular risk factor to be controlled and is common among patients with diabetes mellitus. Optimal blood pressure (BP) goals have been the subject of great debate in …
Read More »Future Surge in Diabetes Could Dramatically Impact People Under 20 in U.S.
The number of young people under age 20 with diabetes in the United States is likely to increase more rapidly in future decades, according to a new modeling study published today in Diabetes Care. Researchers forecasted a growing number of people under age 20 newly diagnosed with diabetes during 2017–2060. This expected upward …
Read More »Personalized Medicine in Type 2 Diabetes
Precision medicine is the revolutionary new way of treating type 2 diabetes, a chronic health condition that affects millions of individuals across the world. This innovative approach to personalized healthcare has been made possible by recent advances in genetics, technology and data analytics. Through precision medicine, doctors can develop tailored …
Read More »An Update on Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Type 2 Diabetes
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world. It occurs when fat builds up in the liver, causing inflammation and scarring. NAFLD is closely linked to type 2 diabetes, which is a chronic condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels due to …
Read More »Type 2 Diabetes: Recent Guidelines for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
Recent Guidelines for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes have been established to help control the risks associated with this chronic condition. These guidelines are focused on reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) through lifestyle changes and medications. The American Diabetes …
Read More »Improving Insulin Sensitivity
Insulin sensitivity is an important factor in the management of diabetes, as it affects how well your body can use insulin to make glucose available to cells for energy. Improving insulin sensitivity is an important goal for people with diabetes, and researchers are continually looking for new ways to do …
Read More »The Role of Bisphenol A in the Risk for Developing Type 2 Diabetes
Bisphenol A (BPA) is an industrial chemical that is widely used in the production of plastic products and food packaging materials. Despite its widespread use, recent research has suggested that BPA exposure may be associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic …
Read More »Older Adults Living with Type 2 Diabetes – Challenges and Solutions
Type 2 diabetes is a growing health concern among older adults, with an estimated 29 million individuals over the age of 65 in the United States alone being diagnosed with the condition. While type 2 diabetes can affect people of all ages, it is particularly prevalent among older adults due …
Read More »Diabetes in Control’s Top 5 Most Popular Articles from 2022
Now that 2022 is behind us, Diabetes in Control presents our top 5 viewed articles from the year. Delve into this content to learn more about diabetes, its effects on individuals with the condition, and a revolutionary treatment breakthrough. #1 The impact of health coaching with family support on patient …
Read More »Tirzepatide: A Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist for the Treatment of T2D
Authors: Ashley Wagnild, PharmD Candidate 2024, Joshua J. Neumiller, PharmD, CDCES, FADCES, FASCP Department of Pharmacotherapy College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Washington State University A 54-year-old man was referred to the pharmacotherapy clinic by his primary care provider (PCP) for a therapy consult. The patient had a past medical …
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