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Endocrine Society experts develop new approach to benefit users of different devices Endocrine Society experts have expanded their efforts to develop streamlined methods for continuous glucose monitor (CGM) users to better manage their blood sugar levels. A panel of diabetes experts created a method for users of Abbott FreeStyle Libre CGM systems, which are among...
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As devices become smarter and smarter and improve patient outcomes, they also pose challenges for patient and clinician education. While clinicians ensure all patients are up-to-speed on the new technology, a new threat looms: Keeping data safe. In an early episode of the CBS crime drama Elementary, a man is found dead of an apparent...
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Treatment with empagliflozin may positively impact life expectancy in adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease, according to results from the EMPA-REG OUTCOME trial recently published in Circulation. Using actuarial methods and assuming that the demonstrated beneficial effects of empagliflozin remain consistent with long-term use, empagliflozin was estimated to extend life expectancy by one...
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When children are first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, there are myriad challenges for the patient and the parents. A new educational program developed by Phoenix Children’s Hospital called Our Journey in the Hospital has proven to be an effective tool for the patients, parents, and clinical team. About 12 years ago at Phoenix Children’s...
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The Phase 3 PANORAMA trial evaluating aflibercept injection in patients with moderately severe and severe non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) met its one-year (52-week) primary endpoint and key secondary endpoints, the drug’s manufacturer announced today. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is marketing the drug as EYELA. On the primary endpoint at one year, 80% and 65% of patients receiving...
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As new statistics reveal an alarming rate of obesity in the U.S., more and more people are opting for weight loss surgery to combat this disease. However, there are myriad side effects to be concerned about other than weight regain that range from addiction to possible suicide risk. Last month, the Centers for Disease Control...
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Medicare’s decision to extend coverage to continuous glucose monitoring systems should expand use of the technology — and improve glucose control among seniors. New Medicare rules that extend reimbursement to include continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems are already leading to greater use among the senior population of a technology shown to improve glycemic control,...
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Aside from the chances of becoming addicted or even dying from an overdose, opioids have also proven damaging to the endocrine system. An awareness by both patients and physicians is a much-needed first step to combatting these often severe conditions. Opioids have been grabbing headlines for the past couple of years. They’ve become an epidemic,...
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