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South Asian immigrants exposed to higher levels of organochlorine (OC) pesticides also are at a higher risk of developing diabetes, meaning there could be a positive association between these pesticides and incidence of diabetes, according to a study recently published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. Researchers led by Martyn T. Smith, PhD, of...
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Duke University Health System has selected Glytec’s eGlycemic Management System® to elevate the quality and safety of care for patients with diabetes and others who require insulin therapy. With national statistics indicating that one of every three hospitalized patients requires insulin therapy during their stay, administering the right dose at the right time in accordance...
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Data on the use of dapagliflozin in diverse patient populations with type 2 and type 1 diabetes (T2D, T1D) at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 78th Scientific Sessions in Orlando, Fla. reinforce the use of dapagliflozin as a treatment option to help improve glycemic control when used with the DPP-4 inhibitor saxagliptin versus older treatment...
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Real-World Study of More than 700,000 People with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) Shows No Increased Risk of Below-Knee Lower Extremity Amputations with Canagliflozin Compared to Other Diabetes Medications A new real-world analysis of more than 700,000 U.S. T2D patients found no increased risk of below-knee lower extremity (BKLE) amputation with canagliflozin compared to other sodium glucose...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of the MiniMed(TM) 670G system in patients with type 1 diabetes seven years of age and older. This newest system by Medtronic features SmartGuard(TM) technology the Guardian Sensor 3, which work together to automate the delivery of a personalized amount of basal insulin every...
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Research supports thyroid screenings during early to mid-pregnancy Women with thyroid dysfunction in the first half of pregnancy face an increased risk for gestational diabetes, a form of diabetes that is typically diagnosed during the second trimester, according to a new study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Thyroid dysfunction is common...
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The telediabetes program used by the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System combines electronic consulting with ongoing telephone-based care. The results show that this form of healthcare could improve outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes, especially in rural areas where endocrinologists are scarce. The number of endocrinologists continues to dwindle while rates of two of the...
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Study finds PCOS and other menstrual disorders may be masked in these youth Girls diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have a high frequency of menstrual irregularities, according to a new study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Menstrual irregularities can have a variety of causes, including pregnancy, hormonal imbalances, infections, diseases, trauma,...