Important implications for preconceptional counseling of overweight and obese women.
Read More »FDA Approves Labeling That Xenical (Orlistat) Resulted in 42% Reduction in Risk
The first weight loss medication to show a reduction in the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Read More »Long-term Glycemic Control in Newly Diagnosed Type 2 Diabetic Patients Is Associ
Starting newly diagnosed Type 2 patients on insulin can improve long term glucose control due to the restoration of first-phase insulin secretion.
Read More »Older Women with Heart Disease Gain from Exercise
Aerobic and strength training improve overall fitness and quality of life for older women with coronary artery disease, the results of a small Canadian study suggest.
Read More »Shrunken Foot Muscles Signal Diabetic Nerve Damage
The total volume of muscles in the foot is halved in people who have nerve damage resulting from diabetes, compared with diabetics without neuropathy.
Read More »New Possible Neuropathy Drug
An experimental drug has been shown to combat the underlying cause of nerve damage that occurs in people with diabetes.
Read More »Nearly 60% of American Adults Have Elevated Blood Pressure
One-third are not aware of their condition, and among those who were aware, only 31 percent had their blood pressure controlled at target levels.
Read More »New Therapy Reverses Diabetic Neuropathy
With only 1 injection there was a complete reversal of established peripheral neuropathy and restoration of lost nerve endings to their feet.
Read More »Microscopic Sensor Monitors Glucose Levels
Microscopic sensor under skin changes colors according to blood glucose levels, no monitor required.
Read More »Inhaled Insulin as Effective as Injection
Improved glucose control with no weight gain, less hypoglycemia and no pulmonary changes.
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