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Similar to GLP-1, GIP acts through specific receptors belonging to the seven transmembrane-domain family of receptors. These receptors are expressed in the endocrine pancreas, on adipocytes, and in the brain

Study data show fasting glucose concentrations of at least 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) or an HbA1c of at least 5.7% (39 mmol/mol) were determining factors.

Possible future of diabetes management for the masses may have finally arrived, but will patients use the programs and will insurers pay?

The results from a new study show that risk increased in women with an early HbA1c of at least 5.9% regardless of a gestational diabetes diagnosis later in pregnancy.

Liraglutide, on top of stable renin angiotensin system (RAS)-inhibition, is associated with significant reduction in albuminuria among patients with type 2 diabetes and persistent microalbuminuria.

Study offers at least partial explanation for opposing findings between previous observational studies.

Guest Post by David Kliff, Editor, Diabetic Investor Never let it said that this wacky world is devoid of some strange facts. Back in the day, it was discovered that exenatide was derived from Gila Monster saliva. Today GLP-1 therapy is one of the fastest growing segments of the diabetes drug market.

Please select the drug class that best fits the description. This drug class is universally effective at reducing plasma glucose levels: 1. DPP-4 inhibitors 2. SGLT-2 Agonists 3. Dopamine-2 Agonists 4. Insulin Did you get it right? Follow the link to find out!

When do you think there might be a cure for type 1 diabetes? 1. Less than 5 years 2. Less than 8 years 3. Less than 10 years 4. More than 10 years Follow the link to share your opinion and see what your colleagues think.

Male, 56 years of age, type 2 dm, hypertension with orthostatic hypotension, peripheral neuropathy, hyperlipidemia, class II obesity. He fills his pill box every month and has been doing so for years. It has taken some time, but we finally came up with a plan with his meds and lifestyle where he has been feeling very well and his numbers are better than ever. He filled his med box a week before contacting me. He wasn’t feeling well. Feeling dizzy and his legs were feeling like rubber.