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.
Read More »Liraglutide Reduces Albuminuria in Patients With Diabetes
Study finds treatment on top of stable renin angiotensin system (RAS)-inhibition decreased risk.
Read More »Belly Fat Risk for CVD Worse than We Thought
One type of belly fat may be more risky, according to results from an imaging-based study.
Read More »Can Statins Offset Insulin-Related Cancer Risk in T2DM?
Greater risk reduction in those not receiving antihyperglycemic treatment.
Read More »Liraglutide Increases Heart Rate in T2DM
Study also finds reduced heart rate variability (HRV) in overweight patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes (T2D) and stable coronary artery disease (CAD).
Read More »Low or High Vitamin D and Cardiovascular Autonomic Neuropathy
New study finds adults with diabetes who have either high or low vitamin D levels could have an increased risk of cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy (CAN).
Read More »Dr. Claude Lardinois Part 3 – Heart Disease and The Genetics Connection
Dr. Claude Lardinois talks with Diabetes in Control Associate Medical Editor Joy Pape at the 2016 AACE Meeting. In part 3 of this Exclusive Interview, Dr. Lardinois explains his focus on heart disease over A1C and the connection of genetics in determining risk. Dr. Claude Lardinois, M.D., FACP, FACE, MACN, …
Read More »Can Anger and Exercise Trigger a Myocardial Infarction?
International study explores the role of physical exertion, anger, and emotional upset in triggering acute myocardial infarction.
Read More »Are Calcium Supplements Safe?
There are a number of studies saying that calcium supplements may not be heart safe.
Read More »The Impact of Genetics in Cardiovascular Disease
In this exclusive interview, Dr. Claude Lardinois discusses genetic risk factors for cardiovascular issues in diabetes patients, the impact of smoking on amputations, and why albumin is a driver of cardiovascular disease.
Read More »
Diabetes In Control. A free weekly diabetes newsletter for Medical Professionals. News and information for Medical Professionals.