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Researchers analyzing social networks found that type 2 diabetic patients with mental illness had smaller social networks… Social support has been linked with successful adoption of lifestyle modifications for people with type 2 diabetes. Patients who suffer from type 2 diabetes and a mental disorder often have diminished social networks …

A new study shows liraglutide mitigates the bone loss common with low calorie diets… Weight loss is frequently tied to reduced bone mass in adults who embark on a low calorie diet, putting them at increased risk of fractures following significant weight reduction. Furthermore, the reduction in bone mass does …

Link between phthalates found in plastic and insulin resistance, hypertension… Two chemicals commonly found in plastic wrap, soap, cosmetics, and food packaging are associated with a rise in blood pressure and insulin resistance in children and adolescents, according to a series of studies performed at NYU Langone Medical Center. The …

It’s called the “iLet” (think pancreatic “islets”). The current prototype features a touchscreen interface, chambers for both insulin and glucagon, built-in Dexcom and control algorithm integration, and wireless CGM calibration via a paired blood glucose meter (so you cannot incorrectly enter the meter value). Dr. Edward Damiano hopes to improve …

This week we are excited about our exclusive interview with Dr. Janice Smiell, CMO at Alliqua BioMedical, Inc. Dr. Smiell and her team have been doing some groundbreaking work on battling chronic wounds using placental biomaterials. Steve Freed:  Welcome, Dr. Janice Smiell. Let’s begin by having you tell us a …

A short series, courtesy Dr. Stanley Schwartz, on discussing SGLT-2 inhibitor therapy with your patients

Recent study reported a significant increase in all-cause mortality associated with the use of metformin in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Researchers have looked at #diabetes and two measures of Twitter engagement to better understand how health information can spread on social media…

Educating patients about diabetes management during Ramadan can potentially increase health outcomes… One of the five pillars of Islam is Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims refrain from eating, drinking, using oral and injectable medications, and smoking from before dawn until after sunset. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) published a report in …

Incorporating blood glucose testing into a diabetic life may not be as easy as it seems… Diabetes impacts over 300 million people in the world today. A great way to manage diabetes is through self-monitoring of blood glucose levels (SMBG). There are limitations and barriers to SMBG which ultimately affect …