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ADA 2018 abstracts of interest include Entresto for the Treatment of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy; Oral Contraceptive Associated with Postmenopausal Diabetes; Glucokinase as Adjunct Therapy in People with Type 1 Diabetes, and more.

Overview from a presentation at the 2018 American Diabetes Associations 78th Scientific Sessions.

The “artificial pancreas” provides glucose control for non-critically ill patients

A single dose of BCG vaccine appears to decrease progression of new onset diabetes.

Multiple testings still recommended for certain groups.

There have been many studies that have been conducted meant to access the effect of alcohol consumption on diabetes - some suggesting that a moderate intake contributes to the risk for diabetes, and others suggesting moderate alcohol is a protective for type 2 diabetes.

Multi-center study compares closed-loop device to standard open-loop system in a home setting.

Restoring Insulin Secretion (RISE) Pediatric Medication Study shows that youth have markedly reduced insulin sensitivity and respond differently to medications.

Analysis of European Steno 2 study examines long-term economic implications of interventions targeting complications.

Hybrid closed-loop (HCL) system combines technology of CGM and insulin pumps, and a personalized, model-predictive control algorithm to deliver insulin day and night.