Examining the effects of GLP-1RAs exenatide and liraglutide on weight and insulin dosage for type 1 diabetes patients.
Read More »Metformin: A Potential Anti-Cancer Agent
Use of metformin was associated with a 16% reduced risk for overall mortality in patients with type 2 diabetes and pancreatic cancer.
Read More »Diabetes May Lead to an Increased Risk of Sarcopenia
Patients with T2DM may be at an increased risk of lower muscle performance and strength, putting them at risk for developing sarcopenia.
Read More »Gut Microbiota Modifications in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Researchers found larger amount of gut microbiota in the digestive system of individuals with type 2 diabetes than in those without the disease.
Read More »A Common Error with Insulin Pumps
I was working with a patient who'd recently had a pump upgrade, and although he said he didn't have problems or issues with infusion set changes, I urged him to change his set while I was present. In the process, he did very well with filling his reservoir and inserting his infusion set. The problem was noted when he went to the cannula fill amount....
Read More »Morning or Afternoon Exercise: Which Time of Day Provides the Most Benefits?
Is there a difference in the effect on glucose control and metabolic health when people exercise in the morning vs. In the afternoon?
Read More »First Line Hypertensive Medication and Pulmonary Events in COVID-19 Patients with Diabetes
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACEIs) and Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) can allow coronavirus entry, leading to pulmonary adverse effects.
Read More »Type 2 Diabetes Delayed by Menopause Hormone Therapy
The mechanisms by which estrogens improve glucose homeostasis are not completely understood.
Read More »Using NRTIs to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Old drug, new purpose? Analysis found HIV and Hepatitis B patients treated with NRTIs had significantly lower incidence of type 2 diabetes.
Read More »Pain Medications in Newly Diagnosed DPN
How often are opioids being initiated for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) in newly diagnosed patients?
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