Top Diabetes News
Staying informed is key to battling diabetes. Treatment, diet, and suggested excercise are constantly changing. You'll also be surprised to learn what other factors can affect your condition.
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CDC Says Much of the Southeast in a "Diabetes Belt"
A new government study suggests there's a "diabetes belt" of states in the Southeastern U.S. which has a much higher rate of diabetes than other parts of the country. Read Summary > -
Diabetics Have A Higher Risk of Dying From Cancer
Diabetics may have an increased risk of dying from cancer and other diseases, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
People With Fatty Liver are Five Times More Likely to Develop Diabetes: Study
A new study has found that people who have fatty liver disease are five times more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than people who don't have fatty liver. Read Summary > -
Depression, Diabetes a Dangerous Combo for Women: Study
Results from a new suggest that women who suffer from both depression and diabetes have a greater chance of dying. Read Summary > -
Coffee May Cut Diabetes Risk: Study
Drinking four cups of coffee per day may halve diabetes risk, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Plus Depression Increases Death Risk: Study
Women who suffer from depression as well as diabetes are twice as likely to die as women who have only one of the conditions. Read Summary > -
Cleaning Chemicals May Impact Allergies, Immune System
Chemicals used in many common cleaners may be harming your health, new research has found. Read Summary > -
Fruit is Free Under New Weight Watchers System
The PointsPlus plan is aimed at helping dieters realize that not all low-calorie foods are equally nutritious. Read Summary > -
2,609 Pounds of New Braunfels Ready-to-Eat Turkey Recalled
A Texas-based meat processor is recalling 2,609 pounds of ready-to-eat turkey breast products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Read Summary > -
Most Lie to Their Boss About Stress Level: Study
One in five workers has taken time off of work for a stress-induced "mental health day," but were unwilling to admit it, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
U.S. Adults Eat 150 Pounds of Sugar Per Year
The average American eats about 150 pounds of sugar per year, one expert says, and many are addicted to the simple carb. Read Summary > -
'Biggest Loser' Type Workouts May Help Preserve Muscle Mass
The hard-core workouts done by contestants on the TV show 'The Biggest Loser' appears to help preserve their muscle mass, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Bad Neighborhoods May Lead to Diabetic Complications
Diabetics who live in a deprived urban area are more likely to lose mobility, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
Diabetes to Double or Triple by 2050: Study
One third of Americans could have diabetes if the current American lifestyle continues unabated, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Clenching Muscles May Boost Will Power
Researchers found that it didn't matter which muscle was tightened--finger, calf, hand, or biceps, but the will-power boost only worked during the moment they faced the self-control dilemma. Read Summary > -
The Work, Life Balance: Thinking About Time Leads to More Socializing
People who tend to think about the passing of time appear to plan on spending more time with loved ones, while those prompted to think about money tend to work more, a new survey has found. Read Summary > -
Insulin Resistance May Triple Stroke Risk
Insulin resistance appears to increase the risk of stroke three times, even independently of heart-disease risk factors such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, and diabetes. Read Summary > -
Imbalanced Metabolism Linked to Asthma
Obesity and asthma are known to be linked, and now researchers say it may be the underlying cause of obesity--poor metabolism due to inactivity and bad eating--may be to blame. Read Summary > -
Overweight People Get Less Pleasure From Food: Study
Overweight and obese women appear to have at least one thing in common with drug addicts: their brains. Read Summary > -
Sleep Deprived? It May Sabotage Your Weight Loss Effort
Those who sleep less lose less fat and more muscle, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Most Americans Don't Meet Exercise Recommendations
According to a new study, only 5 percent of Americans do daily exercise. Read Summary > -
Medical TV Dramas May Harm Your Mental Health: Study
Watching too many TV medical dramas may reduce your satisfaction with life, a small new study suggests. Read Summary > -
FDA Restricts Access to Avandia
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is restricting the use of Avandia to patients who cannot control their diabetes on other medications. Read Summary > -
FDA Grants Fast-Track Status to Diabetic Neuropathy Gel
Fast-track designations are used in order to speed up the process of drug approval for medications that address unmet medical needs. Read Summary > -
High Fructose Corn Syrup Aims for New Name
High fructose corn syrup's (HFCS) bad reputation is prompting the Corn Refiner's Association to ask that the name be changed to "corn sugar." Read Summary > -
Drinking Water Before Meals Aids Weight Loss
Obese dieters who drank two glasses before breakfast, lunch, and dinner lost five pounds more than their dieting peers over the course of three months. Read Summary > -
Green Leafy Vegetables May Reduce Diabetes Risk
People who eat an extra serving of green leafy vegetables every day may be saving themselves from Type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
More Americans Filed ADA Complaints in 2009
More Americans filed charges of discrimination against their employers in 2009 than in any other year since the ADA bill was passed, experts say, and the economy may be the primary cause. Read Summary > -
Weight Loss Surgery May Cut Diabetes Medication Use
Overweight Type 2 diabetics who have weight-loss surgery may be able to reduce or completely stop their diabetes medications, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Oral, Inhaled Insulin May Aid Those Scared of Needles
Fear of the needle is one of the main reasons many diabetics are reluctant to go on insulin, experts say, but two new delivery methods may relieve that fear. Read Summary > -
Low-Carb Diets May Help the Heart: Study
One of the longest-running trials to pit Atkins-style low-carbohydrate diets against low-fat diets found that low-carb may be the most heart-friendly. Read Summary > -
Number of 'Cyberchondriacs' On the Rise
Results from a new poll suggest that the number of so-called "cyberchondriacs" has risen from 154 million people in 2009 to 175 million people in 2010. Read Summary > -
One in Three Diabetics Suffering Eye Disease
One in three adult diabetics in the United States suffers from diabetic retinopathy, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Poll Shows Americans Still Confused About Health Reform
According to a new poll by Harris Interactive and HealthDay, Americans are still confused about the health care reform bill signed into law by President Barack Obama in March. Read Summary > -
Study Suggests Obesity Med Lorcaserin is Safe, Effective
A two-year study of more than 3,000 obese people suggests that the obesity medication lorcaserin safely aids weight loss. Read Summary > -
FDA Panel Votes to Restrict Avandia
Drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline was faulted by some panel members for falsifying data on major side effects, and in the end 17 of the panel members voted to keep the drug on the market, with restrictions. Read Summary > -
Gestational Diabetes Ups Risk of Future Problems
Women who develop gestational diabetes in their first or second pregnancy have a 630 percent increased risk of developing the condition in later pregnancies, a study has found. Read Summary > -
Obesity Drug Plus Counseling Boosts Weight Loss: Study
A new study suggests that the experimental obesity medication Contrave, paired with counseling, appears to help people lose weight more quickly than behavioral therapy alone. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker Expands Tylenol Recall
Some of the drugs included in this expanded recall include Children's Tylenol, adult-strength Benadryl, Motrin IB, Tylenol Extra Strength, Tylenol Day & Night, and Tylenol PM. Read Summary > -
Tight Blood Pressure Control Does Not Help Diabetics, Study Finds
New research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that people with diabetes and coronary artery disease do not have fewer strokes or heart attacks when their blood pressure is maintained under 130 mm Hg. Read Summary > -
Neck Measurement May Beat BMI at Identifying Obesity
Neck measurements may be a better way to assess obesity than the traditional body mass index (BMI), some experts say. Read Summary > -
Genes May Predict Who Will Live to Age 100
Scientists have identified a group of genetic variations that can predict with 77 percent accuracy whether or not a person will live to be 100 years old. Read Summary > -
Avandia Studies Show Conflicting Results
Contradictory research about the diabetes drug Avandia has surfaced this week. Read Summary > -
Intensive Diabetes Treatment May Hurt Heart, Help Eyes
Intense efforts to lower blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure does not lower the risk of heart disease in older diabetics, experts say, but it does lower the risk of eye disease and kidney problems. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Doubles Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke: Study
New research published in the medical journal The Lancet has found that diabetes appears to double the risk of death from heart attack, stroke, or other heart conditions. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Complicates COPD Hospital Stays
COPD patients who also have diabetes have longer hospital stays and an increased risk of death compared to those who don't have diabetes, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Many Diabetics Unaware of Hot Weather Hazards
A survey found that more than 20 percent of patients did not take precautions against the heat until the temperatures climb higher than 100 degrees, despite the fact that temperatures plus humidity can begin to affect diabetics at 80 degrees. Read Summary > -
Walmart, Lilly to Sell Co-Branded Insulin
Beginning in September, Wal-Mart Inc and Drugmaker Eli Lilly will co-brand the insulin brand Humulin Relion. Read Summary > -
10 Risk Factors Cause 90 Percent of Strokes
New research published in the journal The Lancet has found that 10 risk factors--five of them related to lifestyle--are responsible for 90 percent of all the risk of stroke. Read Summary > -
10 Minutes of Exercise Has Hour-Long Effects
Getting as little as 10 minutes of brisk exercise triggers metabolism changes that can last at least an hour, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Obese Have Worse Sexual Health, Despite Fewer Partners
Experts say low self esteem and concerns about body image may be responsible for the findings. Read Summary > -
Your Car's Interior May Be Making You Sick: Study
Eating in the car is a standard affair for many Americans, but it could be hazardous to your health, British experts say. Read Summary > -
SpaghettiOs, Marie Callender Frozen Chicken Dinners Recalled
Two popular foods are being recalled this week--SpaghettiOs with Meatballs because some meatballs may not have been adequately heated, and Marie Callender's cheesy chicken and rice frozen meals, for salmonella risk. Read Summary > -
Dietary Guidelines Panel Asks Americans, Foodmakers For Input
An advisory panel putting together the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans is asking citizens and foodmakers to change. Read Summary > -
Coffee May Help Prevent Diabetes
Researchers don't know if it's the caffeine in coffee, or antioxidants that show the health benefit, but it may significantly reduce diabetes risk. Read Summary > -
White Rice Linked to Diabetes
Replacing white rice and white bread with brown rice and 100 percent whole-wheat bread may reduce the risk of diabetes by one third, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Being Paid to Lose Weight May Work
Paying people to lose weight may really work, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Frequent Doctor Visits Help Diabetics Control Hypertension
Harvard researchers have found that frequent doctor visits help people with diabetes better control their high blood pressure. Read Summary > -
Low Muscle Mass Ups Diabetes Risk
Low muscle mass is linked to the risk for Type 2 diabetes, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Half-Doses of Avandia, Metformin May Help Prevent Diabetes
Half-doses of the diabetes meds Avandia and metformin may help prevent pre-diabetes from turning into diabetes, Canadian researchers say. Read Summary > -
Milk From Grass-Fed Cows Is More Heart Healthy
Milk from cows who graze on grass appears to be more heart healthy than milk from cows fed on grain feedlots, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Diabetics Should Start Low-Dose Aspirin Later: Experts
Doctors from three different health organizations say diabetics should delay starting low-dose aspirin regimens to prevent heart disease. Read Summary > -
Herbal Supplements Often Contain Contaminants
The investigation into these common products also found that 9 products illegally claimed to cure diseases from cancer and high blood pressure to Alzheimer's. Read Summary > -
PTSD Appears to Double Diabetes Risk
Experts say it may be that the high stress causes system-wide inflammation. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Lowers Prostate Cancer Risk
Experts say lower levels of male hormones in diabetic men may explain the reduced risk. Read Summary > -
Food Cravings May Be Bad For Your Mind, Too
Resisting food cravings can take up so much of your mind that you may have trouble concentrating on other things. Read Summary > -
FDA Investigating Gene Test Slated for Sale at Walgreen's
Officials with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration say they will investigate a gene test set to go on sale at pharmacy chain Walgreen's that is designed to help people assess their risk for inherited diseases. Read Summary > -
Bran May Reduce Risk of Death From Diabetes
Women with Type 2 diabetes who eat a diet rich in bran may be less likely to die from heart problems, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Public Citizens Group Urges End to Avandia Study
The group says recent studies suggest the drug is harmful to patients, and they say it may be putting the study's 16,000 plus participants at risk. Read Summary > -
Overeating Prompts More Weight Gain in Diabetes-Prone People
People who have a family predisposition to Type 2 diabetes may be more likely to gain weight after overeating than those without a family diabetes link. Read Summary > -
Too Little Sleep Linked to Early Death
An article published in the journal Sleep suggests that getting fewer than six hours of sleep per night may increase your risk of dying prematurely. Read Summary > -
Bad Night's Sleep Linked to Diabetes Risk
Having even one night of sleeplessness can induce insulin resistance, new research has found. Read Summary > -
Lettuce Recalled in 23 States for E. Coli Contamination
The recall also affects "grab and go" salads sold at Kroger, Giant Eagle, Ingles Markets and Marsh grocery stores. Read Summary > -
FDA Reviewing Prostate Meds for Diabetes, Heart Risks
Patients should not stop taking the drugs unless their doctor tells them to, the FDA advises. Read Summary > -
Rapid Lowering of Blood Sugar Not Associated With Patients' Deaths
The 2009 ACCORD study appeared to find that the risk of death was higher in patients who underwent rapid blood sugar lowering, but new analysis of the study found that the lowering of blood sugar was not to blame for the increased risk. Read Summary > -
Combo Treatment May Help Reverse Diabetic Blindness
Combining the drug Lucentis with laser therapy may help reverse diabetes-related vision loss. Read Summary > -
Vitamin E May Treat Fatty Liver Disease
People who have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease may benefit from vitamin E supplements, research suggests. Read Summary > -
Five Minutes of 'Green Time' May Improve Mood, Self-Esteem
Want better mental health? Experts say just five minutes a day in the great, green outdoors may do the trick. Read Summary > -
Many Falsely Believe "Organic" Equals Fewer Calories
Organic foods may not have many of the chemicals found in other foods, but they still have plenty of calories, experts say. Read Summary > -
Grapes Could Reduce Diabetes, Heart Risks
Wine has been lauded for its potential health properties, but new research suggests that the common grape may be equally as beneficial. Read Summary > -
Four Habits That Could Shave 12 Years Off Your Life
British scientists say that four common habits may make the difference between living into your 80s and dying in your 60s, or before. Read Summary > -
Officials Warn of 'Obamacare' Health Scams
In Illinois, an elderly woman was sold a policy to protect her from government "death panels," while some residents of Alabama have been given so-called "government health care reform insurance" after giving their bank account numbers. Read Summary > -
Translating Prescriptions to Spanish Can Lead to Errors
Researchers have found that Spanish-speaking people in the United States often receive prescription drug information that is so poorly translated that taking the medications may be potentially hazardous for the patient. Read Summary > -
University Settles DNA Lawsuit with Arizona Indian Tribe
The Havasupai Indian tribe in Arizona has settled a lawsuit against Arizona State University, saying scientists at the university misused blood samples from tribe members to do research on schizophrenia, inbreeding, and ancient population migration. Read Summary > -
Stress Linked to Diabetes, Obesity
The stress of modern life may be contributing to the obesity and diabetes epidemics, new research has found. Read Summary > -
Olive Oil May be the Secret Behind Mediterranean Diet's Success
The oil appears to suppress genes that cause inflammation--a condition that can increase the risk for obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer's, and heart disease. Read Summary > -
Are School Lunches a National Security Threat?
Members of the committee say that the military readiness of the country in the year 2030 is "absolutely dependent" on reversing childhood obesity rates. Read Summary > -
Low-Calorie Foods Taste Worse Over Time: Study
The more people eat "diet" versions of high-calorie foods the less they like them, experts say. Read Summary > -
French Diet Focuses on Protein Only
A popular French diet that encourages participants to eat only protein some days is gaining popularity. Read Summary > -
TV Doctors Mislead Real Patients, Experts Say
Television shows such as House and Grey's Anatomy that feature doctors are wildly popular, but experts say these shows' slippery ethics and questionable approaches to medicine may be misleading real patients in their expectations of medical treatment. Read Summary > -
Aetna to Halt Medicare Enrollment in Response to Sanction
U.S. officials say Aetna did not ensure that people already enrolled in the plan were able to keep getting the medications they were taking last year that were not in the company's formularies this year. Read Summary > -
New Rules Give Gays, Friends Hospital Rights
President Barack Obama has made moves to issue new rules that will allow gay and lesbian partners to visit one another in the hospital and to make decisions about their care--a benefit of marriage that has long been denied to them. Read Summary > -
Study: Insurance Companies Invest Billions in Fast Food
Researchers at Harvard Medical School say 11 large health-insurance companies hold billions of dollars worth of stock in the fast food industry. Read Summary > -
Vaccine Reverses Type 1 Diabetes in Mice
Canadian researchers have cured Type 1 diabetes in mice using an experimental vaccine. Read Summary > -
One Egg Per Day Not Bad for Most People's Heart: Experts
Studies suggest that eating up to one egg per day does not increase heart risks in most people, though eggs have been linked to an increased risk of heart disease in people with diabetes. Read Summary > -
Low-Calorie Diets Can Increase Stress
Cortisol--called the stress hormone--levels are higher in dieters bodies than in the body of people who are not dieting. Read Summary > -
Why a Full-Fat Breakfast May Be Best
Researchers say the old addage to "eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper," may lead to weight loss and improved health. Read Summary > -
Low-Carb, High-Protein Diet May Be Best for Obese Teens
A 13-week study of severely obese teens found that those on the low-carb, high-protein diet lost almost 30 pounds, while those on a low-fat diet lost 16 pounds. Read Summary > -
Overweight? Why You Should Be Screened for Diabetes Early
According to the American Diabetes Association, screening for diabetes is cost effective when done starting at age 30, rather than waiting until age 45. Read Summary > -
Testosterone Patch May Treat Diabetes While Boosting Libido
The move comes after a study published in 2009 suggests that up to 40 percent of men who have Type 2 diabetes have low testosterone levels. Read Summary > -
Should You Be Taking Supplements?
Experts at The American Dietetic Association have updated their guidelines on supplements to stress that eating nutrient-rich foods--and not popping pills--is the best way to get necessary nutrients and reduce your risk of disease. Read Summary > -
7 Top Health Care Fears: True or False?
Experts address the top seven fears about health care reform, giving the verdict on which are true and which are false. Read Summary > -
Junk Food May Be as Addictive as Cocaine, Nicotine
Binging on high-calorie junk food appears to trigger an addiction response in the brain, much like cocaine or nicotine, researchers say. Read Summary > -
'E-prescribing' Cuts Medication Errors: Study
Doctors who use electronic prescribing systems rather than paper prescriptions may be able to significantly reduce medication errors, a new small study has found. Read Summary > -
Exercising for One Hour Keeps Women Fit: Study
Experts say that while 30 minutes a day may be enough to reap many health benefits, one full hour is needed in order to prevent age-related weight gain. Read Summary > -
Gays, Lesbians Often Left Out of Medical Studies
A report published in a recent issue of the New England Journal of Medicine has found that gays and lesbians are often excluded from sexual health medical studies. Read Summary > -
Increased Soda Consumption Boosts Heart Disease, Diabetes Risk
Scientists at the University of California, San Francisco have found that rising rates of sugared soda consumption have contributed to thousands of new cases of heart disease and diabetes in the last decade. Read Summary > -
Selenium Shields Men From Diabetes
Elderly men who have high levels of selenium in their body are less than half as likely to develop diabetes when compared to their peers. Read Summary > -
Obesity May Shorten Life By 20 Years
Researchers say that children who are morbidly obese can grow up to be anything they want, but they cannot grow up to be healthy. Read Summary > -
Antidepressants Help Depression in People with Physical Illnesses
A review of previous research has found that antidepressants are effective at treating depression in people who suffer from physical illnesses. Read Summary > -
Q&A: How Will the Health Care Bill Affect My Family?
One expert answers common questions about how the bill will work, including information on who will be covered, how the changes will affect Medicare, and who will pay for these changes. Read Summary > -
U.S. House Passes Sweeping Health Care Reform Bill
Members of Congress passed the legislation by a measure of 219-212, with 34 Democrats and all Republicans voting against the bill. Read Summary > -
Ways the Health Care Bill Could Affect You
If the compromise bill currently under consideration in the House passes, experts say Americans will notice some immediate changes to their health care, while others won't be felt for years. Read Summary > -
Arthritis Drug May Fight Diabetes
A commonly used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory arthritis drug, salsalate, has shown promise as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes, new research has found. Read Summary > -
Arthritis Drug May Ease Diabetes Symptoms
An inexpensive anti-inflammatory drug commonly used for arthritis appears to help diabetics lower their blood sugar and manage their disease, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Intense Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Therapy No Help to Type 2 Diabetics: Study
Results from a new U.S. government-sponsored study show that aggressive cholesterol and blood pressure treatments do not reduce the risk of cardiac events in people with Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
High-Intensity Training Equal to Endurance Exercise
Experts say a lack of time is no excuse for being sedentary, because high-intensity interval training (HIT) can deliver the same benefits as long-term endurance training in far less time. Read Summary > -
RA, Diabetes Patients Not Good Candidates for LASIK: Experts
Experts say LASIK eye surgery is not for everyone, including those who have chronic health conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or diabetes. Read Summary > -
Medication Fears Worsen Side Effects
Patients who are worried about their medicines are more likely to suffer side effects from them, scientists say. Read Summary > -
Kindness is Contagious: Study
Kindness has a domino affect that could influence a whole population, scientists say. Read Summary > -
Newer Blood Test Better at Predicting Heart Disease, Stroke Risk
A recent study has found that the newer hemoglobin A1C blood test is better than a fasting blood glucose test at predicting a person's future risk of heart disease and stroke. Read Summary > -
Processed Meats Increase Heart Disease Risk: Study
According to a new Harvard study, it's eating processed meat--not unprocessed red meat--that increases a person's risk of developing heart disease and diabetes. Read Summary > -
Wine May Fight Weight Gain in Women
One drink a day may help women avoid weight gain, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D Strengthens the Immune System
Vitamin D appears to 'arm and trigger' a healthy immune system, a new Danish study suggests. Read Summary > -
14 Heart-Health Numbers You Should Know
Most people are aware that their blood pressure and cholesterol levels can give important information about their heart, but experts say there are other numbers that can be just as revealing about a person's cardiovascular health. Read Summary > -
FDA: LifeScan Recalls Specific Lots of Consumer and Professional OneTouch® SureStep® Test Strips
FDA Recall Alert: LifeScan, Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall in the United States of eight lots of OneTouch® SureStep® Test Strips, used by people with diabetes to measure their blood glucose levels at home. The test strips are being recalled because they may provide falsely low glucose results when the glucose level is higher than 400 mg/dL. Read Summary > -
LifeScan Recalls Test Strips
LifeScan, Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall in the United States of eight lots of OneTouch SureStep Test Strips, used by people with diabetes to measure their blood glucose levels at home. Read Summary > -
House Votes to Repeal Antitrust Exemption for Insurers
Democrats believe repealing the exemption will lead to increased competition between insurance companies and reduced costs for consumers. Read Summary > -
Exercise May Ease Anxiety About Chronic Illness
People who suffer from chronic illnesses often also experience a great deal of anxiety, but University of Georgia researchers say regular exercise may help ease this anxiety. Read Summary > -
Statins Slightly Boost Diabetes Risk: Study
A new study published in the Lancet medical journal has found that people who take statins to lower their cholesterol have a nine percent greater risk of developing diabetes than those who don't take the meds. Read Summary > -
Green Tea May Fight Eye Disease
The healthy catechins in green tea may help prevent eye disease, a Chinese study has found. Read Summary > -
Stress Raises Mental Decline Risk in Elderly Diabetics
Diabetics who are under a lot of stress are more at risk for mental decline as they age, researchers have found. Read Summary > -
Avandia Linked to Thousands of Unnecessary Heart Attacks
A confidential government report has found that Avandia may have caused thousands of unnecessary heart attacks in diabetes patients. Read Summary > -
Patients Often Don't Fill New Prescriptions, Study Finds
According to a new study, many patients who are given new prescriptions for such conditions as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol fail to have these prescriptions filled. Read Summary > -
Discovering the Secrets of the Happiest Cities
A survey of over 353,000 people suggests that cities in the Western half of the the United States are happier than people in other cities--particularly the South. Read Summary > -
Actos, Avandia Again Tied to Fracture Risk
A new study backs up previous research that indicates the diabetes drugs Actos and Avandia increase a woman's risk of bone fractures. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D May Cut Diabetes, Heart Disease Risk
People who get enough vitamin D from sunshine and oily fish may cut their risk of diabetes and heart disease by 43 percent, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Metformin's Smell May Explain Side Effects
Many patients who take the diabetes drug metformin complain that the pill makes them nauseated, and researchers say the smell may be to blame. Read Summary > -
Researchers Test Artificial Pancreas
Researchers at Cambridge University have tested an artificial pancreas on 17 children with Type 1 diabetes and found it kept their blood sugar within normal ranges 60 percent of the time. Read Summary > -
First Lady Calls for Fight Against Childhood Obesity
The "Let's Move" campaign is aimed at what families, communities, and other parties can do to reduce childhood obesity within one generation. Read Summary > -
3 Family Habits May Slash Childhood Obesity Risk
Three traditional family habits may almost halve your child's risk of becoming obese, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Sugared Soda May Double Pancreatic Cancer Risk
A new study suggests that two sugared sodas a week may almost double a person's risk of developing pancreatic cancer. Read Summary > -
'Tattletale' Pills Remind People to Take Meds
A high-tech product that can tell patients if they need to take their medications--or if they've taken them already--may be on the horizon, researchers say. Read Summary > -
FDA May Require Logical Serving Sizes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may begin requiring manufacturers to fix food serving sizes so they reflect the way people actually eat. Read Summary > -
Moderation in Blood Sugar Control May Aid Diabetics
A new study suggests that keeping blood sugar levels too low may be as risky as keeping them too high. Read Summary > -
Metformin May Help Obese Teens Lose Weight
The diabetes drug metformin may help obese teenagers lose weight--even if they don't have diabetes. Read Summary > -
What You Eat After Exercising Matters
Eating a low-carb meal after exercising appears to improve insulin resistance. Read Summary > -
Half of Diabetics Occasionally Skip Insulin Shots on Purpose
A study published in Diabetes Care has found that 57 percent of diabetics have intentionally skipped a dose of insulin. Read Summary > -
Low-Carb Diets Beat Meds at Lowering Blood Pressure
A head-to-head study on low-carb diets and the weight-loss drug orlistat (Xenical, Alli) found that both led to weight loss, but the diet was significantly better at lowering patients' blood pressure. Read Summary > -
FDA Approves Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Victoza for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes in patients who do not respond well to other treatments. Read Summary > -
Democrats' Health Care Agenda Uncertain After Senate Seat Loss
Congressional Democrats' plans to reform the U.S. health care system are uncertain in the wake of a Massachusetts election that delivered the seat long held by the late Senator Edward Kennedy to a Republican. Read Summary > -
Mail-Order Pharmacies May Help People Stay on Meds
Researchers have found that using mail-order pharmacies may help people who have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes stay on the medications their doctors prescribe to treat the conditions. Read Summary > -
Ordinary Activity May Trump "Real" Exercise
Experts say doctors should encourage people to get ordinary exercises, such as walking up and down stairs, taking breaks from sedentary work, and bending and stretching, in addition to moderate exercise. Read Summary > -
Saturated Fat Not Linked to Heart Disease: Study
A meta-analysis of 21 studies on 347,747 healthy adults suggests that dietary saturated fat is not linked to cardiovascular disease or stroke. Read Summary > -
Napping May Affect Diabetes Risk
Older adults who nap during the day or who don't get much sleep are at increased risk for diabetes, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
FDA Warns of Fake Versions of Alli
Experts say the outer packaging for the counterfeit version is missing a "Lot" code, and the counterfeit product also has an expiration date that includes the month, day and year, rather than just the month and year imprinted on the real Alli. Read Summary > -
Metformin Safe for Heart Failure Patients: Study
Metformin might even improve advanced heart disease, researchers find. Read Summary > -
Race, Weight Affect Prostate Surgery Outcomes
Diabetics and white, overweight men in particular have the highest risk of cancer recurrence, experts say. Read Summary > -
Some Hypertension Meds May Fight Diabetic Retinopathy
A new study has found that some blood pressure drugs may help prevent diabetic retinopathy, a disorder that causes people with diabetes to lose their vision. Read Summary > -
FDA Warns Four Drugmakers About 'Misleading' Claims
The companies and drugs cited by the FDA are Eli Lilly and Amylin Pharmaceuticals' diabetes drug Byetta, Eli Lilly's depression med Cymbalta, Bayer AG's birth control device Mirena, and Cephalon's lymphoma drug Treanda. Read Summary > -
Unhealthy Diet Tied to Mood Disorders
A traditional "Western" style diet, full of sugar, white flour, and fast food may contribute to mental health problems in women. Read Summary > -
Diabetes May Triple Dementia Risk
A new study claims that diabetes may triple the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Read Summary > -
Calorie Count on Foods is Often Wrong
Researchers say the calorie information on reduced-calorie pre-packaged food is often wrong, which could be a problem for those trying to lose weight. Read Summary > -
In-Office Tests May Predict Kids' Adult Diabetes Risk
Tests that can be done in a doctor's office may help kids and parents get a better idea of a child's diabetes risk, research suggests. Read Summary > -
Quitting Smoking Can Raise Diabetes Risk
Despite the many health benefits that come from kicking the cigarette habit, experts say that quitting can raise you risk of diabetes, at least in the short-term. Read Summary > -
Top Ten Fitness Trends of 2010
Convenience, affordability, and technology are high priorities for exercisers in 2010, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Weight Loss Surgery May Soon Be More Widely Used
Doctors and other health experts are divided on whether the benefits of weight-loss surgery outweigh the risks when it comes to patients who are only moderately overweight. Read Summary > -
Diabetics Get Less Benefit from Good Cholesterol: Study
According to new research, diabetes lowers the heart-protecting benefits of HDL (good) cholesterol, but the vitamin niacin may help. Read Summary > -
The Decade in Medical Advances
Experts choose 10 of the top medical advances of the past decade, including human genome mapping, stem cell research, targeted cancer therapies, anti-smoking laws, and new HIV treatments. Read Summary > -
How to Stick to New Year's Resolutions
Seven tips for making lasting change in 2010. Read Summary > -
Senate Passes Health Care Reform Bill
After more than three weeks of debate and compromise, Senate Democrats secured enough votes to pass a sweeping bill aimed at reforming the U.S. health system. Read Summary > -
Making and Keeping New Year's Resolutions
One in 110 American children falls somewhere along the autism spectrum, a new report has found. Read Summary > -
Fake Sugar May Affect How the Body Handles Real Sugar
Scientists have found that combining artificial sweeteners with real sugar causes the stomach to secrete a hormone that makes people feel full and may help people control their blood sugar. Read Summary > -
Top 10 Health Innovations of the Year
Experts pick the top 10 most important health innovations for the past year, including the H1N1 flu vaccine, the electric stethoscope, the JaipurKnee, and the Lyric hearing aid. Read Summary > -
Study: Whites More Likely to Stay on Meds Than Blacks
According to a new study, elderly African Americans take fewer prescription medications and are more likely to skip doses of their meds than white Americans. Read Summary > -
More Than 45 Million Americans Now Without Health Insurance
New statistics from the National Health Interview Survey show that in the first six months of this year, 45.4 million Americans were without health insurance. Read Summary > -
High-Fat, Low-Carb Diets Could Up Heart Risks
The heart risks caused by low-carb, high-fat diets may outweigh the benefits of weight loss, Northern Irish researchers say. Read Summary > -
90 Percent of Gum Disease Sufferers at Risk of Diabetes
The study on almost 3,000 adults also found that patients with periodontal disease were also more likely to have high blood pressure or a parent or sibling with diabetes when compared to dental patients who didn't have gum disease. Read Summary > -
Coffee, Tea May Ward Off Diabetes
A review of 18 studies has found that drinking three to four cups of coffee or tea may cut your risk of diabetes by 25 percent. Read Summary > -
Budget-Friendly, Healthy Holiday Gifts
Experts at the National Institutes of Health offer this list of healthy, low-cost gifts that everyone on your list will enjoy. Read Summary > -
Tight Glycemic Control Linked to Car Accidents
Blood sugar control may not be the best way to determine a diabetic's fitness for driving. Read Summary > -
Flaxseed oil may stem bone loss
Adding flaxseed oil to your diet may help prevent osteoporosis and ease diabetes, Egyptian researchers say. Read Summary > -
Cost of treating diabetes expected to triple
Experts say in the next 25 years the number of diabetes patients is expected to double, and the cost of treating the disease is expected to triple. Read Summary > -
Healthcare reform: What's in it for you?
A reporter compares the two healthcare reform bills moving through the House and Senate, explaining how the changes could affect you and your medical care. Read Summary > -
RA drug may treat Type 1 diabetes
The rheumatoid arthritis drug Rituxan may also help people who have recently been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
Movie popcorn as fatty as three hamburgers
Popcorn has a reputation for being a fiber-filled, healthy snack, but that’s not a bit true if you’re eating it at a movie theater. Read Summary > -
Democrats demand info on sudden drug price hikes
Two senior Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives have demanded a government investigation into a recent estimated nine percent increase in the prices of some of the most commonly used brand-name prescription drugs. Read Summary > -
Patients happier when docs discuss treatment side effects: study
Results from a new study suggest that hospital patients who suffer a side effect from treatment are more likely to give high ratings to their care when hospital staff are forthcoming with information about what went wrong with the treatment. Read Summary > -
More diabetic kids, fewer school nurses can cause trouble
An increase in the number of children being diagnosed with diabetes, and a decrease in the number of school nurses could be putting kids at risk, experts say. Read Summary > -
Nintendo Wii may provide actual exercise: study
A new study has found that interactive video games, such as the Nintendo Wii, may be helping get Americans in shape. Read Summary > -
Fight fair: Words may ease health impact of arguing
Couples who use cognitive words during an argument may be helping their own and their partner's health, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
What to expect for Medicare Part D open enrollment
An analysis by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation has found that monthly premiums will rise an average 11 percent, though the premium changes vary widely by which plan seniors select. Read Summary > -
Yahoo, Google want more leeway for drug advertising
Drugmakers say the current FDA guidelines requiring both benefits and risks of drugs on ads hampers advertising on the Internet given the space constraints for ads on Web pages. Read Summary > -
Patients want doctors to discuss costs
Experts say that patients have started expecting their doctors to help them make decisions about their care based on the cost of treatment. Read Summary > -
Obesity appears to alter heart structure
Researchers say obesity is a major risk factor for left atrial enlargement (LAE)--a heart structure problem that increases the risk of atrial fibrillation, stroke, and death. Read Summary > -
Low-fat diets may boost your mood
A year-long study suggests that while low-carb and low-fat dieters shed comparable amounts of weight, the low-fat dieters may be happier. Read Summary > -
6 common diabetes myths
Despite the prevalence of diabetes, experts say Americans are woefully uninformed about the disease. Read Summary > -
House passes healthcare reform bill
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a landmark healthcare reform after a 14-hour day of debate, with only one Republican backing the measure along with 219 Democrats. Read Summary > -
New guidelines support use of ED drugs
Guidelines published by the American College of Physicians say that doctors should prescribe medications for men who suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED) unless the patient is on nitrate therapy. Read Summary > -
Anemia drug may raise stroke risk in kidney, diabetes patients
The anemia drug Aranesp appears to double the risk of stroke in patients with kidney disease and diabetes, a study suggests. Read Summary > -
FDA: Byetta linked to kidney function problems
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that the diabetes drug Byetta may cause kidney function problems. Read Summary > -
Fatty liver may be the best indicator of obesity's effects
People who have a "beer belly," or who are apple-shaped may have more health problems than they know, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Resetting your body clock after a time change
Despite "gaining" an extra hour, experts say the fall time change can still wreck havoc on your body clock. Read Summary > -
High fiber foods may fight inflammatory disease: study
Eating a diet that is a high in fiber appears to reduce people's risk of developing inflammatory diseases such as asthma, arthritis, inflammatory bowel conditions, and diabetes, Australian researchers have found. Read Summary > -
250 million Accusure insulin syringes recalled
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals is recalling 250 million Accusure insulin syringes, saying the products' needles could detach from the syringes. Read Summary > -
Diabetes may slow Alzheimer's disease
A controversial study suggests that diabetes may help slow memory loss in Alzheimer's patients. Read Summary > -
Diabetes drug may help obese people shed weight
In a recent study, researchers found that obese patients with pre-diabetes lost almost twice as much weight at the highest doses as patients taking orlistat. Read Summary > -
Some heartburn meds may lead to weight gain
According to a study published in the Journal of Gastroenterology, the long-term use of PPIs may be linked to weight gain. Read Summary > -
Epilepsy meds may be linked to schizophrenia
Treatment in childhood with epilepsy medications may be linked to the development of schizophrenia later in life, some researchers say. Read Summary > -
Could fish for dinner increase diabetes risk?
Eating a diet high in the healthy Omega 3s found in fresh fish may help guard against heart disease, but a new study suggests it may also raise the risk of diabetes. Read Summary > -
Mangosteen juice may lower inflammation
Mangosteen juice may lower inflammation that can lead to diabetes and heart disease, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Comfort food may get the boot during times of stress
Researchers in South Carolina say that stressful times actually appear to prompt people to eat different--and even healthier--foods. Read Summary > -
Your neighborhood may help ward off diabetes
Living in a neighborhood where it's pleasant to walk and where fresh fruits and vegetables are easy to buy could cut your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Some foods may help fight the flu: expert
Garen says that yogurt, garlic, peanuts, and healthy meats may help ward off colds and flu by increasing the body's level of vitamin D and other nutrients. Read Summary > -
Antioxidants: Bad for Your Health?
or free radicals -- are said to damage our internal organs, increasing risks for diseases including insulin resistance and diabetes. Researchers at Monash University in Australia say in a recent study that this may not be accurate. The researchers believe antioxidant's effects may actually increase the risk for diabetes. Read More > -
Arrhythmia more common in women with diabetes
According to a new study, women who have Type 2 diabetes have a higher chance of suffering from atrial fibrillation, a potentially fatal type of irregular heartbeat. Read Summary > -
Survey finds many suffer from hidden 'hypo' episodes
A survey from Diabetes UK has found that half of Type 2 diabetics suffer at least one episode of hypoglycemia every two weeks. Read Summary > -
Early weight-loss surgery may be more helpful for young adults
Teens who undergo weight-loss surgery before they are "super obese" (200 percent over their ideal weight) have a better chance of maintaining a normal weight later, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Treat Gestational Diabetes to Reduce Birth Problems
Treating pregnant women for mild gestational diabetes resulted in fewer cesarean sections and other serious birthing problems associated with larger than average babies, according to a study conducted in part at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Read More > -
Could a bad economy be good for your health?
It sounds counter-intuitive, but experts say that a bad economy could have some health benefits. Read Summary > -
Senate Finance Committee rejects public healthcare option
Five Democrats voted with all of the panel's Republicans in opposing the inclusion of the government-run option in the bill in what is expected to be the first of several battles in Congress over the public option. Read Summary > -
Type 2 diabetes drug may increase fracture risk
Study adds to evidence of possible link between thiazolidinediones and bone fractures, researchers say. Read Summary > -
FDA wants Januvia, Janumet label updated for pancreatitis risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is asking Januvia and Janumet's drugmaker to add information about the risk of pancreatitis to the medications' label. Read Summary > -
Successful dieters show unique brain patterns
Researchers say it appears that successful dieters actually activate parts of their brain that help keep them from giving in to food temptation. Read Summary > -
Preventing chronic disease saves money later: study
According to new research, preventing such chronic diseases and hypertension, obesity, and diabetes both adds years to people's lives and decreases their lifetime medical expenses. Read Summary > -
Tylenol recalls some children's meds
The makers of Tylenol have voluntarily recalled some types of children's cold medicines as a precaution against possible contamination. Read Summary > -
Metabolic syndrome can increase medical costs
People who have metabolic syndrome may pay up to $2,000 per year more than people who don't have the syndrome, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Health experts want a soda tax
Many health experts say that adding a 1 cent tax on every ounce of soda would help stem the rise of obesity, and add 14.9 billion dollars for public health funding in America. Read Summary > -
45,000 deaths per year linked to lack of insurance
Researchers say that number--which equals one person every 12 minutes--equals more deaths annually than deaths caused from murder and drunk driving combined. Read Summary > -
Metformin shows potential as a cancer drug
The diabetes drug metformin has shown success in treating breast cancer when paired with common chemotherapy drugs, a mouse study suggests. Read Summary > -
Making the most of expiring health insurance
A health reporter talks about how you can prioritize the use of your employer's insurance if you believe you're in danger of losing it. Read Summary > -
Senator offers healthcare reform bill compromise
The new Baucus Proposal states that instead of a government-run insurance option favored by House Democrats, Congress would create a network of nonprofit cooperatives that would cover people without insurance. Read Summary > -
Scientists ID gene responsible for insulin resistance
A study of the DNA of more than 14,000 people has led to the discovery of a gene that scientists believe controls the way the body responds to insulin. Read Summary > -
Protein links obesity, diabetes, heart problems
Japanese researchers say they've found a protein that may help explain why obesity leads to diabetes and heart disease. Read Summary > -
Hip-Waist ratio good gauge of obesity in elderly
After age 70, BMI is no longer an effective tool, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Nighttime eating may lead to weight gain
Researchers say that when you eat may be as important as what you eat when it comes to weight gain. Read Summary > -
Blueberry drink protects mice from obesity, diabetes
Lab results indicate that juice/bacteria combination could help people, too. Read Summary > -
Americans devour 'nutrient added' foods
Experts say that American consumers are buying more 'nutrient added' foods--even though many of them are just "dressed-up" junk food. Read Summary > -
Pfizer fined $2.3 billion for improper drug marketing
A unit of drugmaker Pfizer has pleaded guilty to a single felony charge that accused the company of marketing its painkiller Bextra for higher dosages and wider uses than those approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Read Summary > -
Low levels of vitamin D may double diabetics' heart risks
Low levels of vitamin D may double the risk of heart disease in diabetics, researchers in St. Louis say. Read Summary > -
Researchers make insulin-producing cells from skin cells
May provide research model, possible treatment for type 1 diabetes in future. Read Summary > -
Mediterranean diet beats low-fat diet for diabetics
After four years on their respective diets, 44 percent of those in the Mediterranean group needed medications to control their diabetes, compared to 70 percent on the low-fat, calorie controlled diet. Read Summary > -
Avandia raises heart failure risk more than Actos
Experts say the drug shouldn't be used if there's a good alternative. Read Summary > -
Scientists discover how sugar "feeds" tumors
Finding could lead to new cancer treatments, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Carnitine supplement may treat insulin resistance
Researchers at Duke University say that using carnitine supplements helped reverse insulin resistance in obese rats. Read Summary > -
FDA: Some glucose monitoring test results could be wrong
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that people on dialysis, or who take biologic drugs, could be getting a falsely high reading if they use GDH-PQQ (glucose dehydrogenase pyrroloquinoline quinone) blood glucose testing strips. Read Summary > -
Download the healthcare reform bill here
H.R. 3200--the Obama administration's hotly contested healthcare reform bill--is available in its entirety as a free download from the Library of Congress Web site. Read Summary > -
4 things you should know about the healthcare reform bill
Dr. Bernadine Healy gives four things that you and your representatives in Washington should know about the healthcare reform bill known as H.R. 3200. Read Summary > -
Urinary marker may predict diabetic complications
Swedish researchers say that patients with Type 1 diabetes who have elevated levels of the protein IgM in their urine may be at risk for diabetic complications that could lead to death. Read Summary > -
High debt linked to obesity
Researchers say that increasing debt is linked to an expanding waistline. Read Summary > -
Eye exams may help spot MS, diabetes, high cholesterol
Optomotrists say that in addition to vision problems, a routine eye exam can help them detect such conditions as multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Read Summary > -
Obama gives healthcare 'pep talk' to senators as they leave for break
The White House considers healthcare reform to be vital to a U.S. economic recovery and wants the legislation approved by the end of the year. Read Summary > -
Common Diabetic Therapy Reduces Risk of Pancreatic Cancer
Taking the most commonly-prescribed anti-diabetic drug, metformin, reduces the risk of developing pancreatic cancer by 62 percent, according to research from The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. Read More > -
Sugar usage tied to income, education
Americans who have a low income and education level eat more sugar, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Metformin may lower diabetics' odds of pancreatic cancer
But another study finding suggests insulin treatment could boost the risk. Read Summary > -
Allergy drugs may fight diabetes, obesity
According to researchers, over-the-counter allergy and asthma drugs helped diabetic mice lose weight and control their blood sugar in a recent study. Read Summary > -
Onglyza approved for Type 2 diabetes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the drug Onglyza for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes in adults. Read Summary > -
House panel approves healthcare reform bill
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall. Read Summary > -
Tight glucose control pays off over time: study
New research suggests that people who maintain rigorous control of their blood sugar levels are healthier over time than those whose blood sugar varies more during the day. Read Summary > -
And Foley Makes Three…
Perhaps a better title for this post would be "Foley Times Three" because instead of having one Foley for two or three weeks, I had three! Read Summary > -
Drugmakers pour $40 million into healthcare reform debate
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system. Read Summary > -
Doctors judge patients by their looks, studies show
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight. Read Summary > -
Reid: No healthcare vote until after August recess
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote. Read Summary > -
FDA may increase standards for glucose meters
The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists wrote the FDA asking that the standards be tightened. Read Summary > -
New obesity med may be released 2010
Around half of the patients who took the med lost at least 5 percent of their body weight, researchers said. Read Summary > -
AMA backs House healthcare reform bill
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. Read Summary > -
House bill would make health care a 'right, responsibility'
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans. Read Summary > -
Scientists step closer to helping patients regenerate insulin
A well known protein called Pdx1 helps the endocrine system generate new pancreatic islet cells, including those that make insulin. Read Summary > -
Charging medical bills a risky business
Unemployment rates are climbing and medical bills are mounting, forcing many American to pay their medical bills with credit cards. Read Summary > -
Medtronic recalls some insulin pump sets
Pharmaceutical company Medtronic is voluntarily recalling some lots of its Paradigm Quick Set infusion sets that are used with Minimed Paradign insulin pumps because of reports that they may not work properly. Read Summary > -
Lantus not riskier than insulin: study
A 5-year study found Lantus and insulin had similar rates of retinopathy. Read Summary > -
Nitrates linked to deaths from diabetes, Alzheimer's
Nitrates can be found in fertilizers, and in cured meats and cheeses. Read Summary > -
Hospitals close to agreeing to accept Medicare cuts
According to Kaiser Health News, the hospital industry is about to agree to accept federal funding cuts of $150 billion to $170 billion over the next decade to help pay for efforts to reform the national healthcare system. Read Summary > -
Wal-Mart supports employer health insurance mandate
The Associated Press is reporting that the nation's largest private employer, Wal-Mart, has announced that it supports an employer health insurance mandate. Read Summary > -
Hypoglycemia in hospital may increase death risk
Low blood sugar could be a sign of additional illness, experts say. Read Summary > -
Study on Lantus shows possible cancer link
But experts say that diabetics should continue taking the insulin analog, since results from the studies are conflicting. Read Summary > -
Drinking, smoking, diabetes boost colon risks
Though scientists have long known that lifestyle factors such as eating red meat and being overweight boost colorectal cancer risks, new research suggests that smoking, drinking, and diabetes also increase a person's risk. Read Summary > -
How to get quick help in the ER
The average total wait time in an emergency room in the United States is four hours and three minutes, but experts say there are ways you can cut down your wait. Read Summary > -
Detecting Disease Through the Eyes
From diabetes to cancer -- it can all be spotted by taking a closer look at your eyes. A new laser scan is helping doctors find major health problems sooner. Read More > -
6 things patients do that doctors hate
Patients are full of complaints about their doctors, but many doctors feel the same way about some of their patients. Read Summary > -
Study: Patients often not told lab test results
According to a new study, patients who have routine blood tests done by their primary care physician often are never informed about the results. Read Summary > -
Wal-Mart, online pharmacies top affordable drug list: ADA
A study discussed at the American Diabetes Association meeting suggests that patients who do their research on finding the least expensive meds may save thousands of dollars per year. Read Summary > -
Vinegar may prevent weight gain
Researchers say animals fed vinegar did not gain as much weight as their peers. Read Summary > -
Drugmakers offer millions in senior discounts to help healthcare reform
U.S. drugmakers have agreed to pay out $80 million in discounts to seniors over the next decade in an effort to help pay for President Obama's healthcare reform plan. Read Summary > -
Lower-carb diet may help you feel full longer
Researchers say lowering the percentage of carbs by 10 percent may be enough to increase feelings of fullness. Read Summary > -
8 ways to break free from emotional eating
Financial woes, job stress, and other common symptoms of the current economic climate are prompting many Americans to turn to sugary, fatty foods for comfort. Read Summary > -
What you should know about healthcare reform
A health reporter answers some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare reform to help you understand this process as it moves through Congress. Read Summary > -
Insurance companies refuse to stop cancelling sick patients' policies
Despite calls to stop the practice, executives from the insurance industry's top three insurers--UnitedHealth Group, Wellpoint, and Assurant--say they will continue to cancel the insurance policies of some sick patients. Read Summary > -
9 medicines that do 'double-duty' work
Experts discuss a hair loss drug that fights prostate cancer, a cough medicine that may increase the chances of conception, and seven other drugs that work to treat more than one condition. Read Summary > -
FDA warns consumers to stop using 3 Zicam products
The FDA says Zicam-brand nasal gel, nasal swabs and nasal swabs "Kids Size" can cause a loss of the sense of smell that can be long-lasting or permanent. Read Summary > -
Blood sugar spikes make testosterone plunge
Spikes in blood sugar after a meal can cut a man's testosterone level by 25 percent, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Obesity surgery may double risk of bone fractures
Surgery patients may be two to three times more likely to break a bone in the years following gastric bypass surgery. Read Summary > -
White bread, cornflakes may increase heart risks
Researchers say eating foods with a high-glycemic index such as cornflakes and white bread may increase your risk of cardiovascular disease by interfering with the way your blood vessels work. Read Summary > -
Obama may limit medical malpractice lawsuits
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform. Read Summary > -
Study: Too few women in clinical trials
According to a new study, many women appear to lack the resources or time to participate in a clinical trial. Read Summary > -
Veggie Heavy 'Eco-Atkins' Diet Improves Cholesterol
One of the hottest diet trends of the past decade is back, but this time, meat is taking a backseat to vegetables. Read More > -
Old medications? Don't flush them
Flushing expired or unused prescription medications may seem like a safe and easy way to dispose of them, but health experts say this practice harms the environment. Read Summary > -
Snoring during Pregnancy Could Mean Gestational Diabetes
For pregnant women, snoring may mean more than just sleepless nights for their husbands. Read More > -
Scientists Unlock Secrets of Red Wine's Health Benefits
For nearly 200 years, red wine has been touted for its unmatched health benefits. It's been shown to do everything from preventing cancer to protecting the heart and brain from damage to preventing age-related disorders such as diabetes and inflammation. Now, researchers said they are finally starting to scientifically explain these widespread benefits. Read More > -
What are your odds for heart failure?
One study isolates four risk factors for heart failure, while another has developed a "calculator" that can predict a person's risk for developing the condition in the next 30 years. Read Summary > -
Diabetes experts urge change in standard screening
The recommendation came at the American Diabetes Association's 69th Scientific Sessions last weekend. Read Summary > -
FDA: Do not use Clarcon skin products
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to use Clarcon skin sanitizers and skin protectants because they may be contaminated with a bacteria that could make users sick. Read Summary > -
Diabetes drug Victoza shows great promise: experts
A head-to-head comparison of the experimental diabetes med liraglutide (Victoza) and Byetta suggests that the new drug may be better at reducing blood sugar. Read Summary > -
'Eco-Atkins' diet sheds pounds, cholesterol
According to researchers, a modified Atkins low-carb plan that substitutes plant-based protein for animal proteins may help dieters lose weight and lower their cholesterol. Read Summary > -
Medical bills prompt more than 60 percent of bankruptcies
Some experts say the study may even be underestimating the burden that medical bills put on American families, since many people struggle along without declaring bankruptcy. Read Summary > -
5 ways to avoid fake healthcare scams
A health reporter gives fives ways you can know if a medical discount or insurance plan is a scam. Read Summary > -
Meds as good as stents for diabetics with heart disease: study
Diabetics who have stable heart disease fare just as well with medications alone as they do with invasive heart procedures such angioplasty or bypass surgery, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Drug May Transform Cancer Treatments
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Obesity, diabetes boost heart failure risk
Scottish researchers say the dual epidemics of Type II diabetes and obesity will fuel an explosion on the number of people who suffer heart failure. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Effects of a new weight-loss medication
Call for adults who have a BMI over 27 to participate in a clinical trial. Read Summary > -
Type of insurance affects weight-loss surgery outcome
Patients who have private insurance appear to lose more weight after bariatric surgery than patients who have Medicare insurance, researchers have found. Read Summary > -
Hauser case brings up issue of parents' rights
Who has the right to make decisions about a child's medical needs--the parents, the doctors, or the courts? Read Summary > -
Weight Loss Tune-Up
Ninety-three million Americans are obese. When diet and exercise don't work, 200,000 will turn to gastric bypass for help. But what happens when gastric bypass doesn't do the trick? A new procedure that "tunes up" the weight loss process may be the answer. Read More > -
FDA says music, images in drug ads distract viewers
Prescription drug advertisements have drawn fire for portraying healthy-looking, smiling patients while explaining benefits, and then rushing through or providing distractions when required risk information is given. Read Summary > -
Obesity linked to flu severity
Experts say the problem could be that obesity prevents people from breathing deeply--a factor that also puts women in the third trimester of pregnancy at risk. Read Summary > -
Cholesterol drug cuts amputation risk for diabetics
The cholesterol drug fenofibrate (Tricor/Lofibra) appears to reduce the risk of toe and foot amputations, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Time in the sun may cut elderly's heart, diabetes risks
Experts say spending more time in the sun may help seniors cut their risk of heart disease and diabetes because sun exposure helps the skin make vitamin D. Read Summary > -
Health Insurance 101: Advice for the recent grad
Most new college graduates say they're ready for the "real world." But are they ready for the world of health insurance? Read Summary > -
Triglyceride level may predict odds of diabetic neuropathy
Diabetics who have high triglyceride levels may be at a greater risk for diabetic neuropathy than their peers, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Possible Supreme Court pick has Type 1 diabetes
Experts say Sotomayor's medical history has sparked debate in medical, legal, and political circles. Read Summary > -
Obese patients appear to do better with heart disease
Carrying extra body fat is a risk factor for developing heart disease, but researchers say that obese heart disease patients appear to have an easier time fighting it than their slim peers. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker offers free medications to unemployed
Drugmaker Pfizer is making 70 of its most popular medications--including Lipitor, Viagra, and Celebrex-- available at no cost to people who have lost their jobs and do not have health insurance. Read Summary > -
Can you sleep your way to thin?
A study of nurses has found that those who sleep the most are thinner than those who get less shut-eye. Read Summary > -
5 tips for getting insurance with a pre-existing condition
A health reporter gives five tips for getting health insurance coverage if you have a pre-existing medical condition, including using COBRA, finding assistance through your state, and becoming a "group of one." Read Summary > -
A little drinking helps men live longer: study
According to a new study, a half a glass of wine or other alcohol beverage each day boosts men's life expectancy by five years. Read Summary > -
FDA approves diabetes drug Cycloset
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new diabetes drug that helps control blood sugar via the brain. Read Summary > -
Type 2 diabetes may triple risk of pancreatitis
The study, which was was supported by two companies that manufacture the diabetes drug Byetta, included data on nearly one million adults. Read Summary > -
Drug costs linked to patient results
Some drugmakers are beginning to charge for medications according to how well they control patients' symptoms. Read Summary > -
Vitamins after a workout may undo exercise benefits
People who exercise to lose weight and avoid diabetes may want to steer clear of vitamins C and A after a workout, experts say. Read Summary > -
Health literacy boosts happiness in older adults: study
Older adults who are able to read, understand, and use health and medical information are happier, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
New report highlights women's mental health issues
According to a new government report, women are nearly twice as likely as men to suffer from major depression, three times more likely to attempt suicide, and two to three times more likely to experience anxiety disorders than men. Read Summary > -
Overeating, not lack of exercise, to blame for obesity: study
Eating too many calories--not lack of exercise--is to blame for the obesity epidemic, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Report: Disabled Boomers a growing concern
A new report published the the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that over the next 20 years, aging Baby Boomers are expected to cause large increases in the number of U.S. adults with disabilities. Read Summary > -
Januvia linked to pancreatitis risk
The diabetes drug Januvia may cause abnormalities in the pancreas, an animal study has found. Read Summary > -
Obesity, diabetes may hamper work life
People who are obese or have Type 2 diabetes are not as productive on the job as their normal-weight peers, a large new study has found. Read Summary > -
Top 10 diet and exercise excuses
Celebrity trainer Jillian Michaels, known for her role on the NBC reality program "The Biggest Loser" says that she hears the same 10 diet and exercise excuses from women all the time. Read Summary > -
White tea may prevent the formation of fat cells
White tea--a tea made from the buds and first leaves of the plant that produces the more popular green and black teas--may prevent the formation of fat cells. Read Summary > -
Poll: Public lacks confidence in the FDA
According to a new poll, more than half of U.S. adults surveyed believe the federal agency is falling behind in safeguarding food, drugs. Read Summary > -
Fructose-sweetened drinks up metabolic syndrome risk
U.S. researchers say that drinks sweetened with fructose increase belly fat and insulin resistance in overweight people. Read Summary > -
Device thwarts attack on transplanted pancreatic cells
Could reduce need for immunosuppressants in treatment of type 1 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Co-pays keep chronically ill from getting meds: study
Researchers have found that many patients are waiting years after a diagnosis to fill a first prescription because of high co-pay costs. Read Summary > -
Vegetable juice may aid weight loss
Drinking one glass per day helped dieters lose more weight in a recent study. Read Summary > -
Canada becomes third nation to confirm swine flu cases
Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus. Read Summary > -
White House: Be prepared, not panicked about swine flu
Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic. Read Summary > -
3 ways to protect yourself from swine flu
Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus. Read Summary > -
State of emergency declared as U.S. swine flu cases rise to 20
The federal government has declared a public health emergency to deal with swine flu, the Associated Press reports. Read Summary > -
Psoriasis Associated With High Blood Pressure, Diabetes in Women
Women with psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease, appear to have an increased risk for developing diabetes and high blood pressure, Harvard researchers said. Read More > -
Gluten linked to schizophrenia, diabetes
Scottish scientists are reporting that gluten-rich foods such as pasta and bread may trigger schizophrenia and diabetes in people with genetic predispositions for the conditions. Read Summary > -
Battle of the Sugars: Fructose vs. Glucose
Fructose may pose a more serious threat to cardiovascular health than glucose, new research suggests. Read More > -
Psoriasis boosts hypertension, diabetes risk
People who suffer from the skin disorder psoriasis have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Expert: Genetic "magic bullet" discoveries misleading
A geneticist in Great Britain says the discovery of genes linked to such diseases as diabetes, Crohn's disease, and cancer isn't going to offer "magic bullet" cures for the conditions. Read Summary > -
Laughter may be the best medicine: study
Laughter may help lower your risk of diabetes and heart disease, a small new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Halting Avandia use hikes blood sugar levels: report
Study found diabetics who discontinued drug had less treatment, worse management of disease. Read Summary > -
Blueberries may help ward off diabetes, heart disease
A heart-healthy diet that includes blueberries may help ward off belly fat, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar. Read Summary > -
BMI test shows a racial bias: study
Experts say the problem is that the BMI number does not take into consideration muscle mass, bone structure, or fat mass. Read Summary > -
3 million exercise balls recalled
CPSC announces recall of exercise balls based on reports they may burst. Read Summary > -
Heart Screenings for Diabetics
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Stem cell transplants may free diabetics from insulin
A new study found that 20 out of 23 Type 1 diabetics who were given stem cell transplants did not need to take insulin for two to four years. Read Summary > -
Drop in blood sugar linked to dementia
Being hospitalized even once for a severe hypoglycemia episode can up dementia risk dramatically. Read Summary > -
FDA to check old medical devices
In a step that critics have long requested, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will begin checking the safety of some of the riskiest medical devices. Read Summary > -
"Good" body fat may help you lose weight
The type of fat that babies store in order to regulate their body temperature may help adults lose weight as well. Read Summary > -
Healthy Gums Equal Healthy Babies
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Obesity Rates Based on Ethnicity
Obesity rates may be affected by a child's ethnicity and race starting as early as four years old. Read More > -
Some diabetes drugs linked to eye disorder
A class of diabetes drugs called glitazones may increase the risk of diabetic macular edema (DME), a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Protein plus fat may increase diabetes risk
The combination of fat and protein could be linked to diabetes risk, a new animal study suggests. Read Summary > -
One in five preschoolers is obese: study
One in five American 4-year-olds are obese, a new report suggests, and children of color are at the greatest risk. Read Summary > -
Expert: Diabetes could eventually bankrupt healthcare
Doctor Joseph Donnelly, director of the Center for Physical Activity and Weight Management at the University of Kansas, says that despite many Americans’ complaints, 30 minutes per day is doable for most. Read Summary > -
Young vegetarians prone to binge eating disorder
Young vegetarians tend to weigh less than their meat-eating peers, but experts say they may also be more at risk for binge eating disorder. Read Summary > -
Winter's Tail Helps Humans
She may be the only dolphin to lose her tail and survive. Now her progress in the water is helping amputees on land. The research behind the one-of-a-kind prosthetic is making life more comfortable for others who've lost a limb. Read More > -
Antioxidant-rich foods lose potency over time
Studies found levels of good compounds dropped after 6 months Read Summary > -
Kroger recalls mayonnaise in 3 states
Grocery store chain Kroger has recalled some store brand mayonnaise because it may be contaminated with salmonella. Read Summary > -
Walgreens offers free care to unemployed, uninsured
The drugstore chain Walgreens is offering free clinic visits to people who lose their jobs and health insurance through the end of this year. Read Summary > -
Avoid pistachios, FDA says
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to eat any products containing pistachios because the nuts may be contaminated with salmonella. Read Summary > -
Kroger recalls pistachios in 31 states
The recalled products may be contaminated with salmonella, Kroger officials say. Read Summary > -
FDA: Diabetes drug Onglyza appears safe
Experts say Onglyza works to reduce blood sugar in Type 2 diabetics in a manner similar to the already-approved diabetes drug Januvia. Read Summary > -
Obesity med trial shows disappointing results
The experimental obesity drug Lorcaserin has shown small results in a recent Phase 3 clinical trial, experts reveal. Read Summary > -
"Cleansing" diets may be trumped by whole foods
Experts say there is no scientific evidence that proves that the fasts are any better at removing toxins than the body’s own organs Read Summary > -
Filtering Out Bad Cholesterol
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Stopping autoimmune diseases--before they start
Scientists say they may have found a way to track the start of autoimmune disease such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and lupus. Read Summary > -
Scientists develop low-sugar vegetable juice
Chinese researchers have developed a low-calorie, low-sugar vegetable juice that they say may benefit diabetics. Read Summary > -
Tips for shopping for health insurance
A health reporter talks to experts about how you can navigate the "minefield" of choosing a private health plan. Read Summary > -
Tips for finding a diabetes-friendly pizza
The high carb, high fat treat can spell disaster for those with blood sugar problems, but it is possible to make a healthy pizza, experts say. Read Summary > -
Many Americans will become "medical tourists"
Experts say that next year, 6 million Americans will travel abroad for medical treatment in order to cut costs. Read Summary > -
Group says buyers should beware acai berry claims
Companies charge hundred to credit cards, and for claims that experts say are unfounded. Read Summary > -
FDA adds to list of tainted weight loss supplements
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has added to the list of "natural" or "herbal" weight loss supplements that may contain potentially dangerous drugs. Read Summary > -
Too much red meat may reduce lifespan
A study by the U.S. National Cancer Institute has found that eating a diet high in red meat could increase the risk of dying from heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, stomach ulcers, and other diseases. Read Summary > -
Testosterone deficiency affects 50% of men with Type 2 diabetes
According to a new study, 50 percent of men who have Type 2 diabetes suffer from testosterone deficiency syndrome (TDS). Read Summary > -
Tool: Calculator for determining Type 2 diabetes risk
British scientists have developed an online calculator that can help you predict your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Experts Take Step Toward National Heart Disease Surveillance
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has started establishing a unit to systematically track cardiovascular disease and stroke in the United States, the first step toward an organized national surveillance system for the two conditions. Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the United States and stroke the number three cause. Read More > -
Trading carbs for protein may help dieters
A moderate-protein diet may trump a high-carbohydrate diet when it comes to weight loss, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Obesity can trim 10 years off your life
Being obese can trim as much as a decade off your life--a consequence similar to lifelong smoking--a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Aim for 100 steps per minute for moderate intensity
Researchers say that the recommendation to take 10,000 steps per day is good, but it doesn't take into account that some of those steps need to be done quickly enough to get your heart rate up--particularly if you're trying to lose weight. Read Summary > -
10 ways to save on prescriptions
A recent study by Consumer Reports has found that 28 percent of Americans have taken dangerous steps to cut the cost of their prescription medications. Read Summary > -
Millions of Americans with chronic ills put off health care
Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions. Read Summary > -
Brain hemorrhage may explain Natasha Richardson's death
In the wake of the sudden death Wednesday of actress Natasha Richardson, reports that she suffered critical brain damage after a seemingly minor fall on a Canadian ski slope on Tuesday have many people wondering how this could happen. Read Summary > -
Aging Baby Boomers may swamp cardiac care
"Diabesity" renders them more prone to heart attacks than their predecessors, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Implanted Defibrillator not for all
A new study may help doctors determine who is a good candidate for an implanted defibrillator -- and who is not. Read More > -
Artificial Liver Extends Lives
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Lack of sleep linked to Type 2 diabetes
Americans who get little shuteye during the work week may be putting themselves in danger of Type 2 diabetes, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Binging, dieting may change brain's chemistry
Conventional wisdom suggests that if you want to lose weight, you should burn more calories than you eat. Read Summary > -
Many seniors not selecting lowest cost Medicare drug plans
Too many choices along with confusing options are throwing up roadblocks to making the smartest decision, report says. Read Summary > -
Gold Standard for Dialysis Patients
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Supreme Court rejects limits on drug-injury lawsuits
The Supreme Court made the ruling based on a case involving a Vermont musician who lost her arm to an anti-nausea drug. Read Summary > -
Doctors barring patients from writing online reviews
Doctors say negative online reviews of their services can ruin their reputations, but consumer advocates say patients have a right to post reviews on their care. Read Summary > -
Love Handles put Squeeze on Lungs
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10 things you shouldn't keep from your doctor
According to experts, people lie to their doctors for a number of reasons, but keeping secrets from your doctor can endanger your health. Read Summary > -
A primer on national healthcare reform
A reporter answers some of the most common questions about how healthcare reform may--or may not--change the way you manage your health. Read Summary > -
Diabetes drugs may be given too early
A British study suggests that one in three patients with Type 2 diabetes may be given medication to control the condition "too early." Read Summary > -
"Love handles" may restrict breathing
People who carry excess weight around their middle may have a harder time breathing than those who don't have "love handles," a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Eight easy, affordable recipes
Eating well on a budget can be as simple as knowing which healthy foods are the most cost effective. Read Summary > -
Filtering Out Bad Cholesterol -- In-Depth Doctor's Interview
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Study confirms weight-loss surgery's ability to reverse diabetes
An analysis of 621 studies on more than 135,000 patients has confirmed weight-loss surgery's ability to reverse Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Expert says obese teens should consider gastric banding
A well-known British pediatrician says that obese teens over the age of 15 should be given gastric bands in order to prevent even more damage to their health. Read Summary > -
Diabetics More Likely to Be Depressed During, After Pregnancy
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Q&A: How to increase fiber while decreasing carbs
A diabetic patient wants to know how she can increase her fiber intake while also trying to decrease her daily amount of carbohydrates. Read Summary > -
Don't let a hospital kill you
Five simple tips could help keep you and your loved ones safe from hospital infections, experts say. Read Summary > -
Obama to send $15 billion for state Medicaid programs
In a recent meeting with governors at the White House, President Barack Obama said his administration intends to distribute $15 billion within two days to help with states' Medicaid payments to the poor. Read Summary > -
Five ways to get EMTs to take you seriously
A reporter talks to experts about the best ways to deal with emergency medical personnel so that you and your symptoms are taken seriously. Read Summary > -
Add more facts to drug ads, experts urge
A new study wants the FDA to mandate boxes that clearly state how well a medication works. Read Summary > -
Internet-based program may aid diabetics
Diabetics who use online tools to manage their disease have improved blood sugar control, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Get help here if you've lost your health insurance
If you're one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage. Read Summary > -
Preeclampsia May Lead to Future Health Issues
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Lay-off fears can lead to healthcare mistakes
A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times. Read Summary > -
How to save on prescription drugs
Experts say there are ways people can save money on prescriptions during these hard economic times, including comparing retail outlets and talking to their doctors about less expensive options. Read Summary > -
Too much, too little sleep linked to inflammation
People who sleep too much or too little are at risk for disease, and new research suggests that inflammation may be the link. Read Summary > -
Diabetes before age 65 may double dementia risk
People diagnosed with diabetes before the age of 65 are more than twice as likely to develop dementia in old age, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Eating a little dirt may be good for you
Researchers say that the impulse babies have to put everything in their mouth may actually help keep them healthy. Read Summary > -
Sprinting may cut diabetes risk
Instead of slaving away at the gym to prevent diabetes, researchers say you can concentrate on short bursts of exercise several times per week. Read Summary > -
Weight control program may improve diabetics' well being
One year in a weight control program is enough to improve diabetics’ mental and physical quality of life, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Stimulus plan would pour millions into healthcare
The economic stimulus plan currently being debated in Washington would pour millions of dollars into healthcare, experts say. Read Summary > -
Healthcare expenses you can't afford to skip
As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip. Read Summary > -
38 companies now involved in peanut butter recall
Experts say Americans eat 700 million pounds of peanut butter every year, which is complicating the recall effort. Read Summary > -
FDA issues warning about skin-numbing drugs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics. Read Summary > -
Most successful dieters lose weight on their own
A new survey has found that most successful dieters lose weight on their own, rather than with a commercial diet or diet pills. Read Summary > -
A simple checklist makes surgery safer, study finds
The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present. Read Summary > -
A list of Kellogg's recalled peanut butter products
This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility. Read Summary > -
FDA warns consumers to avoid peanut butter products
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter. Read Summary > -
FDA eases off-label drug regulations
The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Obama's healthcare headache
Physician and health and science reporter David Brown discusses how President-elect Obama's promise to reform the U.S. healthcare system is going to be more difficult than many imagine. Read Summary > -
FDA alleges mismanagement in letter to Obama
Nine scientists from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have sent President-elect Obama a letter, outlining gross mismanagement at the agency. Read Summary > -
Obama wants digital health records in 5 years
In an effort to both revive the economy and modernize health care, President-elect Obama has proposed that all medical records be standardized and made electronic within the next five years. Read Summary > -
Obama's health secretary pick vows healthcare reform
Former Senator Tom Daschle has vowed that if chosen to be health secretary, the healthcare reform process will be aggressive and open, and it will move quickly to improve care while lowering costs. Read Summary > -
Some wary of Sanjay Gupta as surgeon general
Some believe Gupta is already recognized as a spokesperson for good health, while others believe he lacks the experience or depth of knowledge of the world of public health to be an effective surgeon general. Read Summary > -
Pros and cons of the top 11 fitness trends
Will "exergaming" help you get into shape, or should you try boot camp or high-intensity interval training instead? Read Summary > -
Exercise may be the antidote to memory decline
A new study has found that normal, age-related memory problems may be caused by rising blood sugar levels. Read Summary > -
Vitamin B1 may reverse diabetic kidney damage
Taking a daily dose of thiamine--vitamin B1--may reverse kidney disease in people who have Type II diabetes, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
The top health-related stories of 2008
A reporter picks the top six health stories of 2008, including stem cell research, autism, and health care reform. Read Summary > -
Low-GI diet beats high carb diet for diabetics: study
A recent study suggests that a low-glycemic diet may be better than a high-fiber, high-carb diet when it comes to managing diabetes. Read Summary > -
FDA warns about dangerous weight loss products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about more than two dozen weight-loss products that they say contain undeclared products that may be dangerous. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Meds May Weaken Bones
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Psoriasis and Obesity
Patients with psoriasis may have higher levels of an obesity-related hormone. Read More > -
Diabetic children at higher risk of eating disorders
Diabetic children are more likely to have a problem with disordered eating than their healthy peers, and researchers want to know why. Read Summary > -
Success of gastric bypass sparks debate
The success of gastric bypass surgery on obese patients is sparking a debate on whether or not diabetics and other high-risk individuals would benefit from the procedure. Read Summary > -
E-prescriptions could save patients money
A new study suggests that an electronic prescribing system that tells doctors which drugs are the least expensive could save patients millions of dollars each year. Read Summary > -
Sugar as addictive as cocaine for some: study
It acts on dopamine in the brain in much the same way that hard drugs do, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Mediterranean diet plus nuts may fight metabolic syndrome
The Mediterranean-style diet, which is full of olive oil, fish, vegetables, and fruits, has once again been linked to an improvement in metabolic syndrome, a major risk factor for heart disease. Read Summary > -
Vitamin K slows insulin resistance in older men
The study's authors point out that the amount of vitamin K that appeared to work best in the study is available by eating a healthy diet, particularly green leafy vegetables. Read Summary > -
Scientists link sleep disorders to diabetes
A study of more than 36,000 people has linked sleep disorders to Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Health insurers offer coverage for all applicants, but with strings attached
The U.S. health insurance industry has said they would support a bill requiring them to approve all applications for coverage, but only if Congress requires all Americans to be insured. Read Summary > -
Good Cholesterol Sometimes Bad
If you're not one of the 17 percent of Americans who have high cholesterol, you may consider yourself healthy overall. New research that shows some good cholesterol can negatively affect your health may change your mind Read More > -
Heart Healthy Vitamin D
A lack of vitamin D can cause bone and muscle weakness, but now researchers say it may also affect your heart health. Read More > -
Standard checkup as effective as gene testing in determining diabetes risk
A recent study found that the traditional risk factors from a standard checkup, such as body weight, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure are more affordable and are just as effective at determining your risk as the more expensive gene testing method. Read Summary > -
Garlic compound may treat diabetes
A new drug based on a chemical found in garlic may be effective at treating Type 1 and Type II diabetes, Japanese researchers say. Read Summary > -
Weight Loss Surgery for Two
Undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery before becoming pregnant may be the healthiest decision for both mother and baby. Read More > -
Two cancer drugs reverse Type 1 diabetes in new study
Researchers working with mice have found that two commonly used cancer drugs--Gleevec and Sutent--were shown to prevent and reverse Type 1 diabetes in a new study. Read Summary > -
A post-workout snack may cancel exercise's benefits
Many people believe they need to replenish their carb levels after exercise, but a new study says that may be true only for athletes. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Food supplement for neuropathy
Call for adults age 25 to 80 to participate in a clinical trial. Read Summary > -
Calcium, exercise slash metabolic syndrome risk
A diet rich in calcium and a healthy exercise habit may cut your risk of developing metabolic syndrome, a study suggests. Read Summary > -
Gaining too much weight during pregnancy puts baby at risk for diabetes
Women who gained more than 40 pounds during their pregnancy put themselves and their babies at risk for health complications. Read Summary > -
Pregnancy Diet May Predict Obesity
Mothers who eat a high-fat diet during pregnancy may increase the likelihood of their child being overweight. Read More > -
Marker for Heart Failure
A new biomarker may help identify people at greatest risk for heart failure. Read More > -
How to get "medicine smart"
Building a relationship with your family pharmacy, asking questions about your meds, and keeping track of the drugs you're taking are all ways to get "medicine smart," experts say. Read Summary > -
Obese Kids at Risk for Heart Disease
Obesity in children has been linked to diabetes, low self-esteem and other problems. Now, research is showing that obese kids may have another problem lurking -- heart disease. Read More > -
Aspirin and Diabetic Cardio Risk
Low-dose aspirin has been recommended as a primary prevention strategy for patients with an increased cardiovascular risk, but new research shows it may not significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes. Read More > -
Drug Mimics Low-Calorie Diet
A new drug may help prevent weight gain and insulin resistance. Read More > -
Recall alert for mislabeled ReliOn insulin syringes
The recall applies only to the ReliOn syringes listed as "100 units for use with U-100 insulin" under lot number 813900 that are sold at Wal-Mart and Sam's Club stores. Read Summary > -
Conditions Shorten Lives in Alzheimer?s Patients
Studies show the average lifespan of a person diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease is between three and nine years, but new research shows having diabetes or high blood pressure may subtract years from that time frame. Read More > -
Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Gaining too much weight during pregnancy may be harder on your baby than you think. Read More > -
Insulin Therapy Bad Choice for Preemies
New research suggests using insulin to control the blood sugar of low-birth-weight infants is not worth the risks. Read More > -
Health Tip: Living With an Insulin Pump
Suggestions to help you adjust Read More > -
Existing Conditions Delay MS Diagnosis
Having a pre-existing medical condition may mean a delayed diagnosis or increased severity at the time of diagnosis for people suffering from multiple sclerosis (MS). Read More > -
Report: Kids need more vitamin D
Experts at the American Academy of Pediatrics say children and teens don't get enough vitamin D in their diet to receive the vitamin's disease-fighting effects. Read Summary > -
Eating fats can help curb appetite: study
Scientists say that a type of fat found in olive oil, avocados, and nuts can help keep you feeling full and satisfied. Read Summary > -
Nine ways to avoid household toxins
What do microwave popcorn and stain protection treatments have in common? Read Summary > -
Exercise may reverse the effects of overeating
A small new study suggests that even one exercise session may be able to reverse some of the harm caused by overeating. Read Summary > -
Understanding medical studies
A reporter talks to experts about how consumers can weigh the evidence gleaned from different kinds of medical studies to help them decide which treatments may--and may not--work. Read Summary > -
Some gyms tailor workouts to health conditions
More health clubs and gyms are offering workouts and classes specifically designed for people with chronic health conditions. Read Summary > -
Six ways to save money on health care
A reporter has compiled six Web sites that may help you save money on such health care expenses as dental work, prescriptions, and contact lenses. Read Summary > -
FDA orders skin cream, eye wash off the market
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cracked down on several companies who are producing unapproved versions of a skin cream and an eye wash. Read Summary > -
Bacteria may protect against diabetes
Having good bacteria in the gut may protect against Type 1 diabetes, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Exercise for People With Diabetes
Help keep blood glucose under control Read More > -
Study: Exercise reduces diabetes risk for women
Researchers have found that insulin resistance in high-risk women dropped by 22 percent after a seven-week exercise program. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Skin Care for Diabetics
Help prevent problems Read More > -
Diabetics lose less fat after gastric bypass
A new study has found that diabetics lose less weight after gastric bypass surgery than patients without the disease. Read Summary > -
Chamomile tea may protect against diabetic complications
Patients hoping to prevent vision loss and nerve damage associated with diabetes may find help in a cup of chamomile tea. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: When Diabetics Get Sick
When you should call a doctor Read More > -
5 mistakes that lead to medical debt
In this article, CNN reporter Elizabeth Cohen lists five mistakes that will land you in medical debt, and she talks to experts about how you can avoid them. Read Summary > -
Weight Gain Predicts Blood Pressure
Growing like a weed may put babies at risk for high blood pressure in adulthood. Read More > -
Scientists change pancreatic cells into insulin producers
Scientists at Harvard University say they've found a way to change existing pancreatic cells into the type of cells that produce insulin. Read Summary > -
Sugar-sweetened soda, fruit drinks up diabetes risk
People looking for an alternative to sugar-sweetened soft drinks often turn to fruity beverages, but new research suggests that may be unwise. Read Summary > -
Newer blood pressure med better for diabetics
Scientists say there may be a new alternative for heart patients and diabetics who are unable to take ACE inhibitors to keep their blood pressure under control. Read Summary > -
Chemical in Brain Linked to Obesity
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Drug Lowers Blood Pressure in Teens
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Cholesterol levels tied to cancer in diabetics
Low or high levels of LDL cholesterol are linked to cancer in diabetic patients, a new Chinese study has found. Read Summary > -
Gastric bypass surgery can reverse metabolic syndrome
A new study from the Mayo Clinic has found that gastric bypass surgery can reverse metabolic syndrome in morbidly obese patients. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker reports 4 additional deaths linked to Byetta
Drugmaker Amylin Pharmaceuticals says there have been four deaths from their diabetes med Byetta in addition to the two reported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last week. Read Summary > -
Cholesterol Levels Linked to Cancer
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Health Tip: Feeling Thirsty?
Possible reasons for excessive thirst Read More > -
Health Tip: When Your Diabetic Child Takes a Trip
How to prepare Read More > -
Treating Obesity as an Addiction?
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Keeping Hips Young
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Gender Impacts Asthma Severity
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Arsenic in tap water linked to Type 2 diabetes
Arsenic from natural mineral deposits in drinking water may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
GPS Knee Replacement
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FDA says Byetta associated with 2 deaths
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says it plans to seek stronger warning labels for the diabetes drug Byetta after two reports of fatalities and four reports of hospitalizations linked to the drug. Read Summary > -
Wiping out Whiplash
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Combo of diabetes meds may increase risk of death
Researchers say the combination of two classes of Type 2 diabetes drugs--metformin and sulfonylurea--may increase the risk of hospitalization and death. Read Summary > -
A Look at Vision in America
About half of the United States population of adults, age 20 and older, suffer from refractive errors -- eye problems that result in less than perfect vision. Read More > -
The Heart of the ADHD Debate
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Brain woes tied to diabetes duration, severity
Developing severe diabetes before the age of 65 may make you more prone to memory problems in your 70s and 80s, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Immediate weight loss is key for diabetics
Losing weight after being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes may lead to lasting health benefits, even if you later regain weight, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Marathon Runners: How do they do it?
The men's marathon Olympic event will take place on August 24th. Many of the eager fans waiting at the finish line are probably wondering how long-distance runners can endure such a strenuous sport. Now, researchers say they may have the answer. Read More > -
Zapping Oral Cancer
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Frailty Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Being frail could be an early sign of dementia, according to new research. The study links frailty and Alzheimer's disease with the same disease pathology. Read More > -
Obesity Is Not Always the Enemy
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The Future of Heart Disease
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Health Tip: Keep Gestational Diabetes Under Control
Take good care of yourself during pregnancy Read More > -
Dog Could Help Those Going Blind
Man's best friend may be able to do more than guide the blind. Researchers say the discovery of a gene in a dachshund could eventually help people who suffer from eye disorders that can lead to blindness. Read More > -
Conquering Cystic Fibrosis
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Diabetes before pregnancy may triple risk of birth defects
Women who have diabetes before getting pregnant are three to four times more likely to have a baby with birth defects, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Broccoli may reverse diabetes damage
British researchers say that eating broccoli may help reverse the damage diabetes causes to heart blood vessels. Read Summary > -
Laser therapy as good as meds for diabetic eye problems
A new study suggests that traditional laser therapy is more effective long-term than steroid injections in treating diabetic macular edema (DME). Read Summary > -
Sniffing out Parkinson's
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Dialysis Risks
A simple bone disease test may signal an increased risk of death for people on dialysis for chronic kidney disease. Read More > -
Medicine's Next Big Thing: Lettuce for Diabetes
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Copper Fights Hospital Infections
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Sweet Treat Protects Kids' Teeth
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Gestational diabetes may up Type 2 risk
Developing gestational diabetes during pregnancy significantly increases a woman's chance of having Type 2 diabetes later on, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Insulin+diabetes med may stave off Alzheimer's
Researchers at Mount Sinai Medical Center say that diabetics who take insulin plus a diabetes pill have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease than diabetics who take insulin alone. Read Summary > -
Putting Melanoma into Remission
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Diet plays biggest part in diabetes risk
Three new studies have shed light on the role diet plays in Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Obesity driving kids to use adult meds
According to new data, hundreds of thousands of children are taking meds to treat Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and acid reflux. Read Summary > -
Sound Wave Dental Surgery
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Hope for Dialysis Patients
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Mom's diabetes linked to early diabetes in teens
Babies who are exposed to their mother's obesity and diabetes while in the womb have a higher chance of developing Type 2 diabetes in their teens, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
Gum disease may boost diabetes risk
The relationship between diabetes and gum disease is well-known, but this is the first study to show that gum disease can actually precede and contribute to the development of diabetes. Read Summary > -
Repairing Spinal Fractures
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Fixing Leaky Lungs
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Low-Carb Gets Results
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Lighting up Sinus Problems
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Eye "snapshot" could spot vision woes early
A new device that takes a snapshot of the eye may help doctors spot diabetic eye disease early. Read Summary > -
Heavier Through the Generations
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Stem Cell Therapy for Dogs
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Study: Stop Smoking Treatments Don?t Last
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DETECTing Declining Minds
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The “Write” Way To Lose Weight
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Blood test could spot diabetes risk
A new study suggests that rising levels of a blood protein called fetuin-A may indicate a future risk for Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Child’s Dental Health Linked to Pregnancy
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The Future Perfect: Plastic Surgery Dangers
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100 people per week lose a limb to diabetes
A British diabetes charity says that 100 people in the United Kingdom have a lower limb amputated every week. Read Summary > -
Benefits of Red Wine
A new study says a large dose of one particular ingredient in red wine can ward off the effects of age on the heart, bones, eyes and muscles. Read More > -
Tips for avoiding the ER this summer
Summer is a time for outdoor fun, but it can also be a time for emergency room visits, experts say. Read Summary > -
Molecular Discovery for Metabolic Disorders
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Dangers in Your Backyard: Toxic Sandbox
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FDA wants more testing for diabetes meds
An advisory panel to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suggested that all new diabetes drugs should face tougher safety standards to rule out heart risks before they are approved. Read Summary > -
FDA approves wireless insulin device
The U.S. Food and Drug has approved the OneTouch Ping, a new wireless insulin pump and glucose monitor. Read Summary > -
Fatty Foods and Memory Decline
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Dangers in Your Backyard: A New Cause of Diabetes
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Depression care advised for very ill diabetics
Depressive disorders occur in about 12 percent of people with diabetes, and they make the patients' diabetes-related symptoms and impairment worse. Read Summary > -
Study: Medicaid co-pays reduce use of meds
A new U.S. study has found that adding even small co-pays to Medicaid prescription drug plans reduces the use of medications in patients with chronic conditions. Read Summary > -
Heel Test Reveals Osteoporosis Risk
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Combo med PrandiMet approved for diabetes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved PrandiMet tablets for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Diabetes linked to hearing loss
A new study suggests that diabetics may be twice as likely to experience hearing loss as healthy adults. Read Summary > -
Diabetes rate up 15 percent in two years
According to new data, the U.S. diabetes rate has risen by 3 million in the past two years. Read Summary > -
Stopping Male Incontinence
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Clinical trial: Avandia's effect on atherosclerosis
Call for adults ages 30 years to 80 years old who have Type 2 diabetes and suspected heart disease to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Study: Abilify has lower diabetes, heart disease risk
Patients who suffer from schizophrenia and take Abilify may have a lower risk of diabetes and heart disease than those who take older antipsychotic drugs, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Gene Variation May Block Cholesterol Drugs
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Clinical trial: Metformin, Welchol for patients with pre-diabetes
Call for adults who suffer from Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Study confirms diabetes, depression link
Scientists have known about the link between diabetes and depression, but there has been some confusion about which condition begins first. Read Summary > -
Metformin may help prevent early puberty in girls
Young girls who are at risk of early puberty and insulin resistance may be helped by taking metformin, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Stem Cells to Fight Muscle Aging
A recent study on mice shows stem cells may be able to stop the effects of aging on muscles, which could prevent conditions like muscle atrophy and Parkinson's disease. Read More > -
Fighting Disease with Food
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Study: Black, white patients treated differently
Some black patients are less likely to gain long-term control of their blood glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure levels than white patients, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
A New Valve With No Open-Heart
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New study: Avandia not linked to heart trouble
A new study of 1,791 participants suggests that the diabetes drug Avandia is not associated with an increased risk of mortality. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Understanding Hypoglycemia
It's low blood sugar, a frequent complication of diabetes Read More > -
Diabetic weight-loss plan may work long-term
A 12-week diet and exercise program designed by the Joslin Diabetes Center appears to help patients keep the weight off up to a year later, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Actos may prevent slide into diabetes
Millions of American suffer from the condition known as pre-diabetes, but new research suggests that the drug Actos may dramatically reduce their chance of developing Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Lowering blood sugar may not help hearts
Lowering blood sugar levels helps protect diabetics from kidney disease and blindness, but researchers say it may not help prevent heart disease. Read Summary > -
Weekly med helps Type 2 diabetics
A new, once-weekly version of the diabetes drug Byetta controlled blood sugar better than the standard twice-daily dose, a new report suggests. Read Summary > -
Finding the right treatment for nerve pain
Having diabetes is not for wimps. Read Summary > -
Understanding Cholesterol Drug
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Patients Missing Treatment
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Implanting Permanent Contacts
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Mediterranean diet may prevent diabetes
A Mediterranean-style diet may dramatically reduce your risk for developing Type 2 diabetes, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Quick Fix for Sun-Damaged Eyes
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Health Tip: Keep a Meal Schedule
Diabetics must stay on track Read More > -
Bad cholesterol linked to metabolic syndrome
Signs and symptoms of metabolic syndrome include abdominal obesity, high fasting blood sugar levels, and high blood fat levels. Read Summary > -
Studies: ED predicts heart trouble in diabetic men
Diabetes appears to affect the nervous system and blood vessels, researchers say, and this links male sexual failure to heart disease. Read Summary > -
Report: 60 percent of adults have chronic health woes
A chronic medical conditions is defined as one expected to last at least one year and result in limitations or the need for ongoing care. Read Summary > -
Gene may explain sweet tooth
Could a gene be to blame for your terrible sweet tooth? Read Summary > -
Diet, exercise may delay diabetes by 14 years
Switching to a healthy diet and getting more exercise may be difficult, but a new study suggests those changes could delay the onset of diabetes by up to 14 years. Read Summary > -
Cocoa may aid diabetics' blood flow
Researchers studying the blood vessels of diabetics say that an enriched cocoa helped normalize the blood flow in some patients' arteries. Read Summary > -
Total Ankle Replacement
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Health Tip: Taming a Sweet Tooth
Healthier options for your cravings Read More > -
Painless Diabetes Test
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Another Link to Metabolic Syndrome
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Diabetics' blood pressure may be poorly controlled
Uncertainty about a patient's "real" blood pressure reading may be keeping some diabetics from better hypertension control, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Coffee before breakfast boosts blood sugar
Drinking coffee before eating a high-carb breakfast may cause a dramatic rise in blood sugar, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Helping Knees Heal Themselves
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Arthritis affects half of U.S. diabetics
Experts say obesity is a possible explanation for the link between the two conditions. Read Summary > -
Help for Small Hearts
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The Science of Obesity: When Willpower Isn't Enough
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Lack of sleep linked to metabolic syndrome
Two new studies have shown a connection between not getting enough sleep and developing metabolic syndrome. Read Summary > -
Study: Naps linked to health problems
People with health problems that disrupt their sleep tend to take naps more frequently, according to a new study. Read Summary > -
'Pear shape' may protect against diabetes
According to Harvard researchers, not all fat is created equal. Read Summary > -
FDA: Insulin pumps linked to teen deaths
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that insulin pumps have been linked to injuries and some deaths in teenagers. Read Summary > -
The Science of Obesity: Kill the Craving
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Get help with your bills from a specialist
Writer Jeanne Sather explains how a medical billing specialist can help you manage your medical bills, find billing errors, and save money. Read Summary > -
The Science of Obesity: Programmed to be Fat?
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Health Tip: Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes
It begins during pregnancy Read More > -
Avandia, Actos again linked to bone fractures
A widely used class of drugs for diabetes might ramp up the risk that patients will break a hip or suffer another debilitating bone fracture. Read Summary > -
Pre-pregnancy diabetes rates have doubled
MONDAY, April 28 (HealthDay News) -- The number of women starting their pregnancies with type 1 or type 2 diabetes has doubled since 1999, but rates of gestational diabetes have stayed the same, new r Read Summary > -
Detecting Cancer at the Dentist's Office
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Retinopathy may predict heart failure
Diabetics who have retinopathy are twice as likely to suffer from heart failure as other diabetics, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Metabolic syndrome triggered by overeating, not obesity
FRIDAY, April 18 (HealthDay News) -- Overeating, not the obesity it causes, is the actual cause of metabolic syndrome, suggests a study with mice by researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Read Summary > -
Overeating, Not Fat, Causes Metabolic Syndrome
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Q&A: No simple answer for infertility
Dear Dr. Donohue: I am trying to get pregnant and have been trying for a year and eight months. My doctor told me to lose weight and drink plenty of water. Could it be my husband's problem? Read Summary > -
Q&A: Cortisone, other meds may spike blood sugar
General Medical Questions. Q: How long will sugar levels stay high after a cortisone shot for a person with diabetes? .. .The Trusted Source .. Mary Pickett, M.D. Read Summary > -
Money-saving tips for diabetic grocery shopping
SUNDAY, April 13 (HealthDay News) -- Rising food prices may have people with diabetes and their caregivers wondering if they'll be able to afford a healthy diabetes meal plan. Read Summary > -
Freezing Eggs -- Increasing Odds
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Study: Diabetics should limit egg consumption
THURSDAY, April 10 (HealthDay News) -- A new study suggests that consuming more than six eggs a week seems to raise the risk of dying from all causes. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Symptoms of Diabetes
Signs that you may be diabetic Read More > -
Apples at the Core of Good Health
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Research your meds on the Treatments tab
Our new Treatments tab makes it easier for you to find articles on the specific medications you take. Read Summary > -
"Formularies" can change the doctor's orders
If you have health insurance that includes prescription drug coverage, the pharmacy card in your wallet gives your insurance company more power over your prescriptions than you may realize. It allows the insurer--not your pharmacy--to set the price of your prescription. Find out why and what you can do about it. Read Summary > -
Some foods are medicine, studies find
Tart cherries, green tea, and caffeine may each protect people from certain diseases, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
One third of dementia cases linked to diabetes, blood pressure
SUNDAY, April 6 (HealthDay News) -- Small blood vessel damage caused by hypertension and diabetes may be among the leading causes of dementia, according to new research. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar During Exercise
Suggestions for diabetics Read More > -
Tips for traveling with diabetes
By Marlisa Brown Read Summary > -
Gentle exercise may improve diabetes
Two separate studies found a 12-week programme of exercise was enough to boost the immune system, and to cut blood sugar levels. Read Summary > -
Avandia may fight atherosclerosis in some bypass patients
http://healthday.com/Article.asp?AID=614140 Read Summary > -
Actos may slow heart disease in diabetics
(CBS) Most diabetics die from heart attack or stroke. But a study presented Monday by Dr. Read Summary > -
Diabetics have a doubled heart attack risk
MONDAY, March 31 (HealthDay News) -- Diabetics are more than twice as likely to suffer a heart attack, stroke and death from cardiovascular disease, putting them at the same risk level as non-diabetic Read Summary > -
Most older Americans living longer, better lives
A new report has found that older Americans are living longer, more healthy lives. Read Summary > -
Is your medicine made in a place you can trust?
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-lazarus30mar30,0,4371528,full.column Read Summary > -
Viewpoint: Are we healthier than we think?
According to author Shannon Brownlee, Americans are bombarded with medical news in an attempt to raise their 'awareness' of health conditions such as high cholesterol, osteoporosis, and pre-diabetes. Read Summary > -
Use these tools to care for your feet
by David Mendosa Until recently most treatments for diabetic neuropathy have been painkillers that helped some people but not others. Even if they helped control the pain, they did nothing to reverse the neuropathy. My web page on Diabetic Neuropathy describes many of these treatments. Read Summary > -
Use a walking stick for a safer, more intense workout
by David Mendosa Hike softly, carry walking stick. Those are two of the main maxims for the trail, whether or not you have diabetes. Read Summary > -
Taking care of diabetic hands
People with diabetes are like everyone else, only more so. Read Summary > -
Balance exercises help keep muscles fit
by David Medosa Read Summary > -
Create a test calendar to track your health
Many of us with diabetes feel better now than before our diagnosis. That�s probably mostly because we take better care of ourselves now and get more exercise. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D may help kids avoid diabetes
FRIDAY, March 21 (HealthDay News) -- Children who take vitamin D supplements may be less likely to develop type 1 diabetes later in life, according to researchers who analyzed the findings of five pre Read Summary > -
Gum Disease Tied to Gestational Diabetes
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Cymbalta's package, label changed to cut errors
The packaging changes are designed to cut medication errors, including mix-ups with other drugs and confusion over dosing. Read Summary > -
Skip the Elevator and Take the Stairs!
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Researchers find diabetes subtypes
WASHINGTON (AP) � You've heard of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, but what about a kind called MODY? Read Summary > -
Taking a vacation from exercise ups disease risk
UESDAY, March 18 (HealthDay News) -- Forget about regular, scheduled exercise for a minute. Read Summary > -
Mammograms in Stereo
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Health Tip: When You're Diabetic and Sick
Have an advance plan Read More > -
Diabetes 'coaches' may improve patients' disease control
FIGHTING DIABETES Closer look: Diabetes 'revolution' is cutting both ways Trends: Diabetes strikes younger ages | Do you have pre-diabetes Read Summary > -
High GI diet linked to diabetes, heart disease, gall stones
If your breakfast usually consists of white bread and sugary cereals, you may be increasing your risk of diabetes, heart disease and possibly cancer, new Australian study finds. Read Summary > -
Tea may help fight diabetes
DRINKING tea could help combat diabetes, Scottish scientists claim. The potentially therapeutic properties in black tea have been discovered by scientists at the University of Dundee. Read Summary > -
New diabetes treatment may come from frog skin
Skin secretions from a South American "shrinking" frog could be used to treat type 2 diabetes, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Fentora for breakthrough pain
Call for people ages 18 years to 80 years who suffer breakthrough pain related to a chronic pain to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Survey: Americans getting less and less sleep
A study of almost 20,000 adults in four states showed that 10 percent of adults don't get enough sleep on a regular basis. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Does chocolate have health benefits?
Experts at WebMD answer common questions about chocolate, including those concerning the food's health benefits. Read Summary > -
Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds Read More > -
Q&A: Can diabetes cause joint pain?
Researchers do not know why diabetes and joint pain are connected. Read Summary > -
Tips for troublesome medications
Over half of the medication-related ER visits involved one of 10 common meds. Read Summary > -
Study: Restricting insulin can be lethal
The average lifespan could drop as much as 13 years. Read Summary > -
Costco offers discount drug plan for uninsured customers
Costco is offering a prescription-medication program to uninsured customers that provides instant price comparisons and recommends the cheapest option when filling a prescription at Costco stores. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy
Characterized by loss of feeling or painful tingling Read More > -
Dogs could be a diabetic's best friend
Experts say dogs may be able to sniff out changes in blood sugar. Read Summary > -
A1C test not accurate for diabetics on dialysis
The most accurate test is not available in the U.S. at this time. Read Summary > -
Breathalyzer may detect cancer, diabetes
It detects molecular 'fingerprints' in the breath, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Do You Hate That Face in the Mirror?
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Low-carb diets beat low-fat diets at preventing diabetes
A low-carb, high fat diet may be best for diabetics after all, some researchers say. Read Summary > -
Living to 100--even with chronic disease
Lifestyle--not genetics--may play the biggest role some experts say. Read Summary > -
Diabetes study halted due to deaths
Increased mortality seen in patients receiving aggressive drug therapy to cut blood sugar levels. Read Summary > -
Check your diabetes symptoms online
The NHS website offers a quick and simple test to help determine your risk for diabetes. Read Summary > -
Study: Bra size linked to diabetes
But some critics say the study just reaffirms the obesity, diabetes link. Read Summary > -
Lifting weights 'as good as running' a new study suggests
Resistance training helps the body form Type II muscle, which helps control metabolism, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Baby Quest: Boy or Girl: You Decide
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Baby Quest: Making Babies: No Men Needed!
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Arthritis drug may help prevent diabetes
Salsalate has been used for many years for arthritis pain, and experts say it is a safe and effective medication. Read Summary > -
Caffeine could spell trouble for diabetics
Four or more cups per day can cause blood sugar spikes, researchers say. Read Summary > -
MedTrackAlert now offering text alerts
Readers can now get health news on their cell phones. MedTrackAlert is publishing health-related content through a text messaging service. Consumers may subscribe to the opt-in service here. Read Summary > -
Western diet again linked to heart disease, diabetes risk
A person is thought to have metabolic syndrome if he or she has three or more of the following cardiovascular risk factors: large waist circumference, high blood pressure, high fasting glucose levels, low good cholesterol levels and high triglycerides. Read Summary > -
High blood sugar boosts women's heart disease risk
Women have a higher risk of developing diabetes and heart disease than men, especially if their blood sugar is elevated, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Study: Obesity surgery can cure diabetes
Lap-band surgery can lead to a significant loss of body fat, experts say. Read Summary > -
Depression common in young diabetics
Emotional and physical changes in adolescence could make it more difficult to manage symptoms, which may increase depression, experts say. Read Summary > -
Healing Heel Pain
It's not unusual for your feet to feel a little run down at the end of a long day, but when feet become persistently painful, there's something wrong. Heel pain is one of the most common complaints when it comes to sore feet and it can be debilitating. Read More > -
Lowering co-pays may help fight chronic disease
Many insurers raised co-pays on Jan. 1, but researchers say keeping co-pays low could boost the use of preventative meds in patients with chronic diseases. Read Summary > -
What to do if you forget to pack your pills
A pharmacist offers advice on what to do you if you go on a trip but your medications get left at home Read Summary > -
Diabetes med may cut weight gain from antipsychotics
Metformin may help schizphrenia patients control the weight gain that often accompanies their medications, Chinese researchers have found. Read Summary > -
Six ways to manage diabetes when you're sick
Cold and flu season can be even tougher for diabetics, experts say. Read Summary > -
Lack of deep sleep linked to Type 2 diabetes
A lack of slow-wave sleep is roughly equivalent to gaining 30 pounds, reserchers say. Read Summary > -
Diabetes group backs low-carb diets
The ADA says that it's up to patients to determine which diet suits them best. Read Summary > -
Anti-Cancer Beer
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Health Tip: What's an A1c Test?
It helps track diabetics' blood sugar levels Read More > -
Moderate exercise cuts risk of metabolic syndrome
Just a half hour every day may halve the risk factors. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Help Keep Diabetic Hearts Healthy
Lifestyle changes can make a big difference Read More > -
Hypertension key factor to many health conditions
Researchers say 75 percent of American adults with conditions that boost their heart risk have high blood pressure. Read Summary > -
Track your feet's temperature to prevent amputations
Comparing temps in each foot or each toe could signal trouble before amputation is necessary. Read Summary > -
Older diabetics using Avandia have increased death risk
The study suggests the med increases the death risk as well as the well-known heart risks. Read Summary > -
Early Asthma Detection
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Gift idea: Supplies and support for diabetics
The editors at MedTrackAlert offer this healthful, helpful gift idea for people on your holiday list. Read Summary > -
Avandia linked to brittle bones
Researchers say it may prevent the formation of new bone cells. Read Summary > -
3 common meds trigger most ER visits by seniors
Warfarin, insulin, and digoxin are responsible for one-third of all ER visits in the United States, according to a new government report. Read Summary > -
VA deletes Avandia from formulary
Avandia has been linked to an increased risk of heart troubles. Read Summary > -
High-carb diet raises women's diabetes risk
But fiber may help lower the risk, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Treating depression prolongs life for older diabetics
Depression contributes to worse self-care among diabetics, researchers found. Read Summary > -
Three health factors that slow stroke recovery
Researchers say low levels of good cholesterol, high levels of an amino acid linked to meat-eating, and diabetes all cause greater post-stroke disability. Read Summary > -
Do British and American doctors offer different dietary advice?
Dr. Thomas Stuttaford answers readers questions about the disease. Read Summary > -
Cholesterol med may prevent eye disorder in diabetics
Fenofibrate may help reduce the risk of retinopathy in people with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, Australian researchers say. Read Summary > -
Diabetes+wrong-sized shoes=serious foot problems
Foot ulcerations can increase the need for amputation, experts say. Read Summary > -
A full and long life, despite diabetes
As people mark World Diabetes Day on November 14, experts say it's a good occasion to remember that diabetics can--and do--live long, active lives. Read Summary > -
New Allergy Drops
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High blood sugar may up colorectal cancer risk
Blood sugar levels may predict the possibility of tumor recurrence, some experts say. Read Summary > -
How Gestational Diabetes Develops
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Health Tip: Insulin Shots
Administer them safely Read More > -
Get the facts on diabetes
Each form of the disease has its own symptoms and risk factors, experts say. Read Summary > -
New uses approved for Januvia
The med can now be added to a regimen that includes metformin or sulfonylureas. Read Summary > -
FDA wants new warning on Avandia labels
The black box warning is the strongest warning on prescription medications. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Diabetics, Examine Your Feet
Good foot care can prevent problems Read More > -
Author: Diabetes, heart disease controlled by low-carb diet
A reporter from the LA Times talks to controversial author Gary Taubes, a science journalist who says it's carbs--and not fat--that causes weight and other health problems. Read Summary > -
Predicting Type 1 Diabetes Better
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Health Tip: Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
Lifestyle is a major player Read More > -
Study: Statins cut gallstone risk
A study of more than 50,000 women, the cholesterol meds cut people's gallbladder surgery risk by 18 percent, and reduced it by 75 percent if the women were also diabetic. Read Summary > -
High blood pressure triples diabetes risk
And it does so regardless of a woman's weight, experts say. Read Summary > -
Byetta may cause pancreatitis
So far 30 cases have been confirmed, the FDA says. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Type 1 Diabetes
Including a family history Read More > -
New evidence links sleep disorders and diabetes
A researcher from Harvard Medical School says that several large studies show that people who don't get enough sleep have higher rates of diabetes. Read Summary > -
Predicting Your Risk for Diabetes
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Diabetes may cause problems in the bedroom
Fluctuations in hormone levels and depression may lead to problems with intimacy. Read Summary > -
Alzheimer's identified as 'Type 3 diabetes'
When nerve cells are insulin resistant, memory is lost, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Omega-3s may guard against Type 1 diabetes
Kids at high risk were half as likely to develop the disease if they ate high levels of the fatty acids. Read Summary > -
The best exercises for diabetics
A combination of aerobic exercise and weight training appears to reduce blood sugar as much as medication. Read Summary > -
Smart Lipo
Liposuction is the most popular form of plastic surgery in the United States, with more than 300,000 Americans opting for the procedure each year. Now, there's a new alternative to traditional liposuction that's so quick and easy, you could do it over your lunch break! Read More > -
Vitamin mixture may ease diabetic neuropathy
'It's not what you eat; it's what you don't eat that hurts you,' one researcher says. Read Summary > -
Medicare caps may cause seniors to stop meds
Experts say that when patients stop meds that control chronic conditions, they are often leaving themselves open to worse--and more expensive--complications later. Read Summary > -
Avandia draws new heart attack claims
The study suggests Actos may be a better option for diabetics. Read Summary > -
Insulin pill may be possible, experts say
Scottish researchers have found that the medication can be covered with a coating. Read Summary > -
Brain Surgery Without a Knife
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'Skinny gene' may control body fat, diabetes
Manipulating the gene appeared to lower the amount of fat tissue that the animals gained. Read Summary > -
Mom's diabetes linked to child's obesity
But being treated for the condition appears to remove the risk. Read Summary > -
Spine Surgery: Timing Matters!
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Liver Transplant Recipients Benefit from Nitric Oxide
Inhaling nitric oxide (NO) may be a valuable preemptive treatment for patients receiving liver transplants. Read More > -
After heart attack, diabetes risk soars, study finds
Researchers say each condition is a risk for the other, and patients can thus potentially get caught in a 'fatal vicious circle' by developing either condition. Read Summary > -
Study says even the gut can 'taste' sweets
The taste receptors appeared to be able to discern artificial sweeteners as well as natural sugars. Read Summary > -
Fat build-up on chest, back increases risk of insulin resistance
Upper trunk fat appeared to increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes as much as belly fat. Read Summary > -
Fewer minority men have undiagnosed diabetes
But overweight men and less-educated men are still more likely to be undiagnosed. Read Summary > -
Avandia, Actos to carry stronger warning label
The black box warning is the strongest warning on prescription medications. Read Summary > -
Study: Heart risks higher for diabetics
The link between diabetes and cardiac disease are complex, experts say. Read Summary > -
Better Brain Tumor Help
Being treated for a brain tumor can be a truly harrowing experience. After surviving surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, many patients are administered steroids that can cause a host of unwanted side effects. Now, researchers say there is a new option for treating brain tumors that's safer, easier and better than before. Read More > -
Diabetes problems may be linked to vitamins
A lack of thiamine can lead to heart, eye problems. Read Summary > -
Avandia to remain on market, FDA says
But the U.S. med agency says people with congestive heart failure, other heart risks should not take the med Read Summary > -
Diabetics likely to have sleep apnea
A study has found one-third of people with Type 2 diabetes also have sleep apnea, with older men twice as likely as women to suffer from the condition. Read Summary > -
Insulin resistance linked to Alzheimer's disease
Diabetes appears to reduce glucose metabolism in the brain in a similar pattern to Alzheimer's. Read Summary > -
Survey: Many truck drivers have poor health
A recent survey of 2,000 truck drivers showed that 70 percent are at a high risk for sleep apnea. Read Summary > -
Actos, Avandia may double heart-failure risk
The risk is doubled for patients regardless of the medications' dose. Read Summary > -
Study: Avandia no better than other diabetes therapies
Benefits from Avandia and other therapies were similar but Avandia's side effects were more dangerous. Read Summary > -
Avandia may get FDA warning
The Food and Drug Administration is scheduled to review the med on July 30, 2007. Read Summary > -
Study: Diet soda linked to heart, diabetes risks
All soft drinks--diet and non-diet--boost the risk of metabolic syndrome, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Vitamin D deficiency may lead to disease
Experts say that up to one billion people worldwide don't get enough. Read Summary > -
Study: Mental-health issues lead to poor medical care
Patients with psychiatric problems receive less medication treatment, fewer diagnostic procedures, and less incidence of surgical intervention than patients who do not have mental-health trouble, experts say. Read Summary > -
Give Your Spare Tire a Break
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Allergic reaction to meds can be serious
Medication-related reactions can include skin rashes, breathing problems, and shock. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Fentanyl buccal tablets vs. oxycodone for chronic pain
Call for adults ages 18 years to 80 years old who have chronic pain and are opioid-tolerant to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Study: WelChol controls both cholesterol and diabetes
Patients with Type 2 diabetes significantly reduced their glucose and cholesterol levels by taking WelChol in a new study. Read Summary > -
RA med may fight diabetes
Both the RA med Plaquenil and incretin therapy meds like Januvia had positive outcomes in recent studies. Read Summary > -
Researchers Find New Use for Anti-Malarial Drug
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Dissolving Prostate Cancer
For decades, ultrasounds have been used to determine the sex, size, and vitality of unborn children. Now, the same technology is being used to stop prostate cancer in its tracks. Read More > -
As medication co-pays rise, use of meds drops, study finds
People with heart disease, lipid disorders, schizophrenia, and diabetes are hardest hit, experts say. Read Summary > -
Magnesium levels linked to osteoporosis, diabetes
Experts at the National Institute of Health discuss how magnesium intake can affect older people's health. Read Summary > -
Lipitor may lower heart, stroke risks in Type 2 diabetics
People with Type 2 diabetes who had recently suffered a stroke cut their heart and stroke risks by taking Lipitor, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Understanding Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Here are warning signs Read More > -
Some diabetics skip insulin in risky effort to lose weight
Diabulimia is most common among teenagers and young women, experts say. Read Summary > -
Two views on Avandia, Actos
Two doctors compare their opinions about the medications. Read Summary > -
Byetta may lower heart risks, weight
The med appears to lower risk factors such as blood pressure, triglyceride levels, and cholesterol. Read Summary > -
Insomniacs often have mental health problems
Researchers found insomniacs often suffer from anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Numbness in Diabetics
It may be a symptom of nerve damage Read More > -
Older diabetics more likely to suffer depression
Experts are still unsure whether depression causes diabetes, or if diabetes increases depression. Read Summary > -
Type 1 diabetes linked to infections in adults
Common infections can increase the chance of developing Type 1 diabetes at any age. Read Summary > -
FDA approves week-long glucose sensor
The monitor tracks glucose levels for up to one week. Read Summary > -
FDA requests black box warnings for Avandia, Actos
Both diabetes meds have been linked to an increased risk of congestive heart failure. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Tapentadol for diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Call for adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Nine surprising diabetes risks
Waking in the middle of the night, eating processed meat, and dealing with stress can all increase your risk. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker drops Actos combo drug
Takeda decided the company's money and time was better spent on other projects. Read Summary > -
Guide could help diabetics take statins as prescribed
Statins can reduce the risk of heart disease, a common complicating factor with diabetes. Read Summary > -
Some experts doubt Acomplia's effects
Acomplia (rimonabant) went on the market in the United Kingdom last summer, and experts question some of the claims made about the med. Read Summary > -
Insulin mouth spray awaiting approval
Generex hopes the spray will be approved in 2008-2009. Read Summary > -
Experts: Avandia takers shouldn't panic
Patients may want to consider waiting for further studies before discontinuing the medication. Read Summary > -
Being trim in youth pays off in old age
Patients who were normal weight at age 25 and 50 were more likely to be in good physical condition in older age. Read Summary > -
Diabetes med Avandia linked to heart risks
Glitazones appear to increase the chance of heart attack, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Fewer girls given ADHD meds, but use of other meds rising
Some doctors suggest focusing on lifestyle changes that address health problems in girls before giving them meds. Read Summary > -
Sleep apnea may increase risk of diabetes
Researchers at the Yale University School of Medicine have found that people with sleep apnea have a higher risk for developing of Type 2 diabetes than people who don't have sleep apnea. Read Summary > -
Researchers find link between Parkinson's and narcolepsy
Scientists say that people with Parkinson's and people with narcolepsy have severe damage to the same neurons. Read Summary > -
Study: Many more girls than boys taking prescription meds
A study of prescriptions written for 370,000 kids ages 10 to 19 showed that girls have increased their use of prescription sleep medications by over 80 percent over the past five years. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Avandia, Byetta+metformin for glycemic control
Call for adults with diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Diabetes med may fight breast cancer
PTP1B enzyme inhibitors appear to slow or stop breast cancer tumor growth. Read Summary > -
Insulin levels may determine dieting success
People who secrete high levels of insulin lose more weight on a low-carb, high-fat diet than a low-fat diet. Read Summary > -
Pistachios may help stabilize blood sugar
Eating an ounce may help blunt the effect of high-carbohydrate foods. Read Summary > -
Diabetes meds may lower risk of lung cancer
Actos and Avandia were associated with a 33-percent drop in lung cancer risk. Read Summary > -
Cymbalta reduces night diabetic pain
Lowering patients' pain also reduced their rate of sleep disturbance. Read Summary > -
Diabetes Drug Boosts Chemo
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Clinical trial: Januvia plus insulin
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
FDA approves Lantus SoloStar
SoloStar is a prefilled, disposable insulin pen for use once daily. Read Summary > -
Sour cherries cut diabetes, cholesterol risk
The pigment responsible for giving cherries their dark color protect the heart. Read Summary > -
Several promising meds for metabolic syndrome
The list includes diabetes meds like Actos and Byetta and anti-obesity meds such as Acomplia. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Testing Your Blood Sugar
Know how often you should check yours Read More > -
New studies begin on peripheral neuropathy cream
The new medicine is intended to provide long-term relief from peripheral neuropathic pain from diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and other diseases. Read Summary > -
Diabetes may lead to Alzheimer's
Plaques that build up in the brain can lead to Alzheimer's. Read Summary > -
RA med Kineret may also treat Type 2 diabetes
Kineret, a med used to treat juvenile RA, may help Type 2 diabetes patients manage glucose and insulin levels. Read Summary > -
Stem cell transplant kickstarts body's insulin production
Patients were able to reduce their need for insulin shots for varying periods of time. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Positive and negative effects of Exubera
Call for adults age 35 and older to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
FDA okays diabetes combo med
Janumet is a combination of Januvia and metformin. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Diabetes experts answer common questions
Experts from the Utah Department of Health answer over 50 questions on diabetes. Read Summary > -
Sports May Not Benefit Everyone
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Type 2 diabetes may raise Parkinson's risk
Patients with Type 2 diabetes are 83 percent more likely to develop Parkinson's disease. Read Summary > -
One in five Americans at risk for developing diabetes
The ADA says that seven simple questions can help determine if you're at risk. Read Summary > -
Blog: Can Januvia inhibit wound healing?
One blogger says her wounds stay red and sore for longer when she takes Januvia. Read Summary > -
Belly fat may spur diseases
Belly fat secretes an inflammatory molecule that increases disease risks. Read Summary > -
FDA gives new storage instructions for Byetta
Byetta can now be kept at room temperature after first use. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Testing Your Blood Glucose
What's a healthy reading? Read More > -
Health Tip: Symptoms of High Blood Sugar
Warning signs for diabetics Read More > -
Patients with shingles, diabetic neuropathy should consider Lyrica
Patient with post-herpetic neuralgia does not have to live with the pain. Read Summary > -
Lyrica may be better than Cymbalta for chemo-induced neuropathy
Lyrica can treat the numb fingers and toes associated with chemo-induced neuropathy. Read Summary > -
FDA delays Galvus approval pending safety information
Galvus maker Novartis must give safety information before the FDA will grant final approval. Read Summary > -
Blog: Is Exubera a success?
Foot-long size of Exubera to blame for its unpopularity, blogger suggests. Read Summary > -
Are cherries the new superfruit?
A report reviews the health benefits of cherries, from fighting insulin resistance and regulating sleep. Read Summary > -
Galvus may help patients avoid weight gain
Patients who took Avandia experienced a 3.5 pound gain while patients on Galvus had stable weight. Read Summary > -
Scientists discover possible link between cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes
The study in genetically engineered mice may have uncovered how cholesterol contributes to Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Raising good cholesterol levels in people with Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults ages 30 to 70 who have abnormal lipid levels and Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
11 ways to take charge of your health
Doctors say the easiest way to manage your health is to become an active participant. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Oral insulin in preventing Type 1 diabetes
Call for nondiabetics who have a relative with Type 1 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Weight gain, muscle loss associated with aging spurs disease
Weight gain ups the chance of developing diseases like diabetes and arthritis. Read Summary > -
Chromium picolinate best for diabetics
Chromium picolinate is the most effective form of the supplement in controlling blood sugar. Read Summary > -
Is good health more simple than we think?
Author Michael Pollan suggests that eating more plant foods and less processed food is more simple than we think. Read Summary > -
Medicine's Next Big Thing: Body Enhancers
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Blog: How is Januvia different?
Blogger Dr. Julia Poynter details information on how Januvia differs from other diabetes meds. Read Summary > -
Diachrome helps cholesterol metabolism in Type 2 diabetics
Diachrome is a nutrient-based therapy that combines a form of chromium and a B-vitamin. Read Summary > -
Some doctors question Exubera's long-term effects
Some research suggests lower lung function in people who take Exubera. Read Summary > -
Blood Pressure Drugs: A Gamble?
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Coffee may lower risk of some conditions
Moderate consumption is associated with a decrease in conditions such as depression, Type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer's, and cancer. Read Summary > -
Lifestyle change as effective as some diabetes meds
Healthy lifestyle changes are hard to make, but they may cut Type 2 diabetes risk by 50 percent. Read Summary > -
Trans-fat replacements may lower good cholesterol, raise diabetes risk
Researchers say that it's the structure of the altered fats and not the fats themselves that cause the health problems. Read Summary > -
Report: Some blood-pressure drugs raise diabetes risk
The diabetes risk is especially pronounced in people already at risk for the condition. Read Summary > -
Actos, Zocor combo may fight heart disease
The drug combination may reduce insulin resistance and C-reactive protein, a marker of inflammation linked to heart disease. Read Summary > -
Children with diabetes may need to up calorie intake
A recent study says that kids may only get 78 percent of the recommended daily calorie intake. Read Summary > -
Some governors push for generic insulin
A generic insulin product could reduce the cost of diabetes management by 25 percent. Read Summary > -
New treatment for diabetic neuropathy
An outpatient surgical procedure could reduce the need for amputations. Read Summary > -
High-sugar diet may not increase diabetes risk
In a recent clinical trial there was no difference in insulin resistance between those who consumed 200 grams of sucrose and those who consumed 80 grams. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Effects of Crestor and Lipitor in adults with diabetes
Call for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who have protein in their urine and high cholesterol to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Cymbalta, other drugs for diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Call for adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Blog: Interview with an Exubera user
An Exubera user is interviewed on The Diabetes Mine blog. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Lyrica for neuropathic pain
Call for adults with neuropathic pain to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
'Double diabetes' is growing more common
As the obesity epidemic increases, doctors see more patients with both types of diabetes. Read Summary > -
FDA says Byetta can be used with other diabetes drugs
Byetta injections can be used as add-on therapy. Read Summary > -
Discrimination and Diabetes in the Workplace
The MyDiabetesCentral community responds to the New York Times article on discrimination against people with diabetes in the workplace. Read More > -
Galvus shows promise for older diabetics
Galvus normalized blood-sugar levels without the side effect of weight gain. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Inhaled insulin in diabetics with asthma
Call for adults with diabetes and asthma to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Year-end review of diabetes news
MedPage Today compiles list of top medications, diet news that appeared in 2006. Read Summary > -
Vytorin better than Lipitor in people with Type 2 diabetes
People with Type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol have an especially high risk for developing heart disease. Read Summary > -
Acomplia may help control blood sugar, cholesterol
Acomplia improved several factors that heighten heart disease risk. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Effectiveness of Rituxan on Type 1 diabetes
Call for patients recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
HealthCentral.com Reacts to Diabetes Research
The MyDiabetesCentral community responds to news that Canadian scientists have found a cure for diabetes in mice. Read More > -
Arxxant cuts vision loss
Experimental drug significantly reduced the vision loss for people with diabetic retinopathy. Read Summary > -
Actos may reduce heart risks
Actos kept plaque buildup from worsening. Read Summary > -
Lyrica may ease pain from spinal-cord injuries
Lyrica is commonly used to treat nerve pain in people with diabetes and shingles. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Lyrica for peripheral neuropathy
Call for adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathy to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
What drugs help treat diabetic foot pain?
Cymbalta, other drugs, along with exercise and foot care may treat neuropathy. Read Summary > -
Avandia beats older drugs in study
Avandia beat metformin in a study comparing stable blood-sugar levels. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: effectiveness of inhaled insulin
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Inhaled insulin is effective, but is it safe?
Exubera and other inhaled insulins are effective, but experts worry about long-term effects. Read Summary > -
Ginkgo may help some diabetics
Ginkgo biloba appears to improve blood flow in diabetic patients. Read Summary > -
Survey gives info on cheapest diabetes drugs
Patients without drug insurance may find Januvia, other diabetes drugs, cheaper online. Read Summary > -
New drug combines Actos and glimepiride
New drug combines Actos and glimepiride to control Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Children may need statins too
Usually given only to adults, statins may need to be prescribed to children to cut their risk of heart problems later in life. Read Summary > -
Can Avandia, other drugs, prevent diabetes?
Avandia and other drugs may help prevent diabetes, but lifestyle changes are best. Read Summary > -
Sea snails may hold key to treating severe nerve pain
The key to new medicines for severe nerve pain may have been found in the snail's deadly venom. Read Summary > -
Zocor, other statins offer some help to heart patients with diabetes
Researchers say their study shows that more research is needed to find ways to help heart patients who have diabetes. Read Summary > -
Frogs may be source of new heart, diabetes, arthritis treatments
Despite the toxin's promise in medical research, companies have been resistent to funding studies on the amphibian skin. Read Summary > -
Glucotrol goes generic
Actavis launches generic Glucotrol. Read Summary > -
Diabetes, hypertension, obesity increase risk of Alzheimer's
Dr. John Morris, an Alzheimer's disease expert, discusses conditions related to the development of Alzheimer's disease. Read Summary > -
List of promising new diabetes medications
List details some of the most promising of the over 400 diabetes drugs currently in clinical trial. Read Summary > -
Injections best for those who need long-acting dose
Inhaled insulin is inconvenient for those who need small, precise or long-acting doses. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Exubera in adults with Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Long-term safety, effectiveness of Exubera unknown
Some experts urge caution because of unknown long-term effects of the drug. Read Summary > -
Metformin may be safe in early pregnancy
Preliminary study suggest that patients with PCOS may safely use metformin in early pregnancy. Read Summary > -
Prescription drugs that cause weight loss are no diet quick-fix
Off-label use of prescription medications for weight loss can put users at risk for damaging side effects. Read Summary > -
Insulin, Plavix in top 10 of drugs causing complications
About 750,000 Americans end up in emergency rooms every year because of reactions to common medicines. Read Summary > -
New drug expands treatment options for those taking Actos, Avandia
Januvia is the first DDP-4 inhibitor to get the FDA nod. Read Summary > -
Questions about Diabetes and Nutrition
Nutrition expert Heather Reese answers your questions about dieting, diabetes and improving your health. Read More > -
Insulin-receptor drugs halt progression of Alzheimer's disease
Insulin-receptor drugs like Actos, Avandia and other PPAR agonists show promise in treating early-stage Alzheimer's Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Januvia (sitagliptin) in older Type 2 diabetics
Call for older patients with Type 2 diabetes who have poor glycemic control with diet and exercise to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Diabetes drugs could prevent sepsis
Aldose reductase inhibitors stop the deadly inflammation of sepsis. Read Summary > -
Study says blood-pressure drug Altace doesn't prevent Type 2 diabetes
Randomized trial pitted Altace against placebo with disappointing results. Read Summary > -
FDA warns about fake blood-sugar test strips
FDA warns diabetics about fake blood-sugar test strips that were distributed nationwide. Read Summary > -
Statins increase life expectancy, study finds
Elderly patients who took statins lived an average of two years longer than patients who did not take statins. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Effects of Byetta (exanatide) in treating Type 2 diabetes
A study to determine the effects of Byetta for patients who manage type 2 diabetes with diet, exercise and oral meds. Read Summary > -
Could Byetta be used by people trying to lose weight?
Side effects and risk of hypoglycemia prevent its use for weight loss. Read Summary > -
Plavix, other meds, could cause complications before surgery
Common medications, including NSAIDS and diabetes meds increase chance of bleeding during surgery Read Summary > -
Lyrica, Cymbalta help relieve diabetic neuropathic pain
Listeners of National Public Radio ask questions about diabetes and its treatment. Read Summary > -
Exubera as effective as injectable insulin in Type 1 diabetes
A study funded by Exubera-maker Pfizer has found the inhaled insulin works as well as injectable insulin in people with the condition. Read Summary > -
Crestor+Zetia better than Crestor alone for high-risk patients
A higher percentage of patients were able to lower their "bad" cholesterol to target levels when they took the combo treatment. Read Summary > -
Lyrica, other drugs, make strides in treating neuropathic pain
Neuropathic pain occurs when nerves send pain signals to the brain when there is no body damage to trigger it. Read Summary > -
Studies give good news about Exubera
The studies looked at Exubera and respiratory infections, second-hand smoke, weight gain, and its use in needle-phobic patients. Read Summary > -
Poor drug adherence in heart-attack, diabetes patients increases risk of death
Older patients and those who lacked a complete high school education were most likely to stop taking medications, the studies found. Read Summary > -
Price check: Lyrica 25 mg
A comparison of current prices for Lyrica via online drug distributors. Read Summary > -
Zoloft may prevent recurring depression in diabetes patients
One of every four patients with diabetes experiences clinical depression. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Liraglutide+Avandia+metformin versus Avandia+metformin alone
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Asthma drug among Wal-Mart's $4 prescriptions
The program is intended to help people who have lost prescription coverage under the new Medicare Part-D plan. Read Summary > -
Actos may reduce heart-attack risk in people with Type 2 diabetes
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of premature death in patients with diabetes. Read Summary > -
Avandia cuts diabetes risk by 60 percent
The drug may help people with "pre-diabetes" reduce their risk of getting the disease and also help return their blood-sugar levels to normal. Read Summary > -
Glumetza released for adults with Type 2 diabetes
Glumetza is an extended-release formula of metformin. Read Summary > -
Study: Newer blood-pressure drugs like Norvasc reduce diabetes risk
The study was funded by Pfizer, which makes the calcium-channel blocker Norvasc. Read Summary > -
Glucophage helps prevent diabetes--if patients take it as prescribed
The study shows the importance of developing ways to help people take medicines correctly, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker stops development of Actos successor
TAK-654 was being developed to replace Actos, which Takeda also makes. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Arxxant and macular changes in Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and diabetic retinopathy and macular edema to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Actos+SYR-322 in Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults ages 18 to 80 with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Study finds that Actos reduces risk of recurrent strokes
High-risk Type 2 diabetes patients could reduced their risk of recurrent stroke by almost 50 percent by taking Actos. Read Summary > -
Studies begin on insulin pill for people who can't use Exubera
Because an oral insulin pill is absorbed through the liver, it could be used by people who cannot use inhalable insulin. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Can Arxxant help slow the progress of macular edema?
Call for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and a diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy and macular edema to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Exubera launches in Great Britain amid cost controversy
Patients may be required to show proof of "needle phobia" or problems with injection sites to get the new inhalable drug. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Exubera and pulmonary function in adults with Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Use of Januvia in treating Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes that is not controlled with two antidiabetic medications to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
New drug for diabetic retinopathy hits FDA snag
Arxxant is designed to treat diabetic retinopathy. Read Summary > -
Doctors given OK to prescribe Byetta as shortage ends
The drug's makers have also begun sending patient start kits and vouchers for free pens to doctors to give to new patients. Read Summary > -
Study: African-Americans adhere less to diabetes drug treatments
Ohio State University researchers speculate that the poor clinical outcomes for African-Americans with diabetes may be linked to cultural factors. Read Summary > -
Viewpoint: Diabetes requires whole family to adjust
Freelance writer Janice Lynch talks about how her husband's diabetes affects the entire family. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Inhaled insulin+metformin versus inhaled insulin+metformin+secretagogue for Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Exubera will launch on time despite patent dispute
The judge in the case has scheduled the first hearing for December, too late to stop the drug's September release. Read Summary > -
Patent lawsuit could delay Exubera launch
Novo Nordisk is sueing rival drugmaker Pfizer over Exubera for patent infringement. Read Summary > -
The "Dr. Atkins of diabetes" offers radical diet to manage the disease
Reporter Lorne Rubenstein, a Type 2 diabetic, decides to try the diet himself, with dramatic results. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Does Byetta help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight?
Doctors at the Mayo Clinic respond to a reader's question about Type 2 diabetes medicines and weight loss. Read Summary > -
Researchers have good news for people who were diagnosed with neonatal diabetes
Injectable insulin has long been thought to be the only option for people with this rare disease. Read Summary > -
Home DNA tests for diabetes, high cholesterol may not offer what they claim
The tests claim to examine DNA samples to diagnose how likely a person is to develop diabetes, cancer, and other diseases. Read Summary > -
Are medications or lifestyle choices causing weight gain?
A weight management expert discusses how medications and lifestyle factors can make patients gain weight. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Actos and glimepiride in patients with Type 2 diabetes and CAD
Call for adults ages 35 to 85 with both Type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Study looks at Actos' effect on the development of atherosclerosis
Doctors say that the study is designed to explore theories that Actos has uses beyond glycemic control. Read Summary > -
Study: Diabetics' cholesterol troubles need combination of drugs
People with diabetes often have a specific lipid profile that one drug cannot deal with effectively. Read Summary > -
Actos combination drug gets FDA nod
The drug, Duetact, combines two existing diabetes medicines in one pill. Read Summary > -
Actos may help women with PCOS, Type 2 diabetes conceive
Actos may help counteract reactions in the body that can make conception difficult in women with PCOS or Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
Study: Cholesterol drug helps lower glucose levels too
WelChol is a cholesterol-lowering drug that works differently from statins like Lipitor and Crestor because it is not absorbed in the liver and kidneys. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Safety and effectiveness of inhaled insulin in Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Exubera's U.S. release postponed until September
Exubera is the first inhaled insulin medication designed to treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Read Summary > -
New combination drug could treat diabetes and hypertension
The new drug combines Actos with an angiotensin receptor blocker, a drug designed to control high blood pressure. Read Summary > -
New weight-loss drug may help people with high cholesterol
The drug calms food cravings by blocking signals in the brain. Read Summary > -
Actos shows promise in treating Alzheimer's, study finds
The study was supported by Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc., which makes Actos. Read Summary > -
Analysis: Risk of lung problems added to list of Exubera concerns
Exubera is not yet available in the U.S., but one health blogger is already calling the drug "a terrible idea." Read Summary > -
Diabetes gives the same heart risk as aging 15 years, research suggests
Canadian doctors recommend individualized treatments with statins, low-dose aspirin, and blood-pressure drugs to counter risk. Read Summary > -
Study: Byetta helps Type 2 diabetes that resists TZDs
Patients who took Byetta also showed greater weight loss than those taking a placebo. Read Summary > -
Researchers discover how Type 1 diabetes vaccine works
Researchers previously knew "enough" about how the vaccine worked to find it effective in animal trials, but now know "precisely" how the vaccine fights diabetes. Read Summary > -
Analysis: Exubera's usability may be an issue for some patients
A reporter for TheStreet.com looks at the pros and cons of Exubera and its delivery device. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Safety and effectiveness of Exubera in treating Type 1 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 1 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
British diabetics must prove "needle phobia" to get Exubera
NICE decides on the cost-effectiveness of drugs for the U.K.'s National Health Service. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Comparison of tesaglitazar and Actos in Type 2 diabetes
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Beta blockers linked to increased Type 2 diabetes risk
Drugs like calcium-channel blockers and diuretics should be used to treat hypertension so that patients can avoid the increased diabetes risk. Read Summary > -
Study: Coffee--especially decaf--may help keep diabetes away
Diabetes risk was lowest in study participants who drank the most coffee per day. Read Summary > -
Study: Rasilez better than Ramipril for hypertension in diabetics
Combination therapy of the two drugs was also found more effective than either drug alone. Read Summary > -
New trials add to Januvia's promising results
Januvia can be used alone or as an add-on treatment to Actos or metformin. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker stops development of "effective" diabetes drug
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. stops development of Pargluva after FDA questions drug's heart risk. Read Summary > -
Antidepressants may raise diabetes risk
Depression is 2 to 3 times higher in diabetics than in the general population. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Comparison of effectiveness of biphasic insulin aspart 70/30 versus insulin glargine
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Exubera "just as effective" as injectable insulin, study says
Study also finds new drug helps lessen "diabesity," the weight gain associated with insulin use. Read Summary > -
Avandia may offer key to link between Alzheimer's and diabetes
Both diseases are linked to how the body processes sugar, research suggests. Read Summary > -
Experimental diabetes drug may help prevent vision loss
Eli Lilly and Co., the drug's maker, is seeking Food and Drug Administration approval for the medicine to treat vision loss related to diabetes. Read Summary > -
Studies find doctors are reluctant to change diabetic patients' drugs
Studies presented at the American Diabetes Association show that doctors often allow blood sugar, hypertension, to go unchecked. Read Summary > -
Actos reduces risk of heart attack, stroke, new study finds
Researchers also find Actos helps decrease patients' progression to permanent insulin use. Read Summary > -
Price check: Actos
A comparison of current prices for Actos via online U.S. drug distributors. Read Summary > -
Study: Death up to 15 times more likely in ICU patients with high blood sugar
Even a small increase in blood sugar--as little as 1 milligram per deciliter above normal-- caused the increased risk. Read Summary > -
Two new diabetes drugs may help lower blood sugar--and weight
Drugmakers Merck & Co. and Novartis AG hope to have FDA approval for the drugs' use by year's end. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Effectiveness of SYR-322+Actos (pioglitazone HCI) versus Actos alone
Call for adults with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Beyond 'I'm a Diabetic', Little Common Ground
Fighting for one cure has created two very different sides. The Diabetes Connection Community spotlights the battle to secure research funding. Read More > -
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