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Investigators find patients treated with GLP-1 drug had significantly lower number of amputations compared to placebo group.
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Probiotic Therapy May Show Benefits in Type 2 Diabetes
Recent study shows improvements in insulin resistance and endotoxin-induced inflammation after taking probiotic supplementation, compared to placebo.
Read More »Pre-exercise Breakfast May Allow for Increased Glycemic Management
New study shows that consuming breakfast prior to exercise lowers insulin levels at subsequent meals.
Read More »Benefits vs. Risk of Aspirin Use in Diabetes
Recent study demonstrates prevention of serious vascular events with aspirin use; however, participants also experienced major bleeding events.
Read More »Weight After Smoking Cessation Linked with Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Recent studies show continued benefit in decreasing all-cause mortality from cardiovascular disease.
Read More »Family History of Diabetes and CHD Linked to Poorer Health Outcomes
People with type 2 diabetes found at increased risk for microvascular and macrovascular complications.
Read More »Caution Using Metformin For Patients With Reduced Kidney Function
FDA label change warns of increased risk of lactic acidosis in patients with severe renal dysfunction.
Read More »Many Elderly Receiving Home Care for Diabetes May Be Unaware of Impact
Recent study explores link between disease and psychological well-being in older adults.
Read More »Diabetic Neuropathy Can Indicate Poor Oral Health
A new study shows an association between nerve and gum diseases in patients with diabetes.
Read More »Over 60% of Adults with Type 1 Diabetes Experience Sexual Dysfunction, Urologic Complications
Study shows at least one urologic complication was experienced during the course of seven years.
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