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  • Appalachia, Southeast Hit Hardest by Obesity and Diabetes
    (19-Nov-2009)
    CDC county-by-county analysis finds some areas with 1 in 10 adults already diabetic

  • Genes Linked to 'Pot' Belly
    (05-Nov-2009)
    And excess consumption of saturated fats raises obesity risk, researchers find

  • Americans Get Failing Grade on Diabetes Awareness
    (02-Nov-2009)
    Survey finds abundant myths about debilitating disease

  • Diet, Exercise Thwart Diabetes: Study
    (29-Oct-2009)
    Lifestyle changes really do work to prevent type 2, experts say

  • Red-Grape Compound May Improve Diabetes
    (22-Oct-2009)
    But so far resveratrol works only as an injection into the brain of mice, study finds

  • Healthier Neighborhoods Help Keep Diabetes at Bay
    (12-Oct-2009)
    Quality of local food stores and parks influences risk, research shows

  • Body Clock, Blood Sugar Control Seem Linked
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Findings could lead to better diabetes treatments, researchers predict

  • Anti-Aging Drug Closer to Reality
    (01-Oct-2009)
    Scientists extend lifespan of female mice and thwart diseases of old age in both sexes

  • Type 2 Diabetes Drug May Increase Fracture Risk
    (29-Sep-2009)
    Study adds to evidence of possible link between thiazolidinediones and bone fractures, researchers say

  • Irregular Heartbeat Risk Higher in Women With Type 2 Diabetes
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Reason behind gender difference isn't clear, researchers say

  • Diabetes Medications Don't Lower Inflammation
    (15-Sep-2009)
    Metformin, insulin have little effect on risk factor for heart disease, study finds

  • Discovery May Pave Way to Better Diabetes Care
    (11-Sep-2009)
    Newly discovered gene affects insulin resistance, study finds

  • Acupuncture May Help Relieve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Exercise also improves symptoms and related risk factors, study finds

  • Blueberry Drink Protects Mice From Obesity, Diabetes
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Lab results indicate that juice/bacteria combination could help people, too

  • Waist-Hip Ratio Good Gauge of Obesity in Elderly, Study Shows
    (04-Sep-2009)
    After age 70, body mass index is less effective in identifying unhealthy weight levels, researchers say

  • Mediterranean Diet May Be Best for Type 2 Diabetes
    (31-Aug-2009)
    Reduced need for meds, helped some lose weight compared to low-fat diet

  • Glucose Challenge in Pregnancy Could Predict Heart Disease
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Abnormal test results in those without gestational diabetes signals future heart risk, researcher says.

  • Avandia Raises Heart Failure Risk More Than Actos
    (19-Aug-2009)
    Diabetes drug shouldn't be used when there's a safer alternative, study says

  • Sex Hormone Protein May Predict Type 2 Diabetes
    (05-Aug-2009)
    Whether it causes the disease or is simply a marker for obesity is unclear

  • Older Diabetics Should Avoid Dementia Meds
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Combo linked to higher risk for hyperglycemia hospitalization in study

  • Cellular Protein Yields Clues to Diabetes, Alzheimer's
    (22-Jul-2009)
    Animal tests suggest humanin could have therapeutic benefits

  • Young Black, Hispanic Women Tend to Develop 'Love Handles'
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Midsection weight gain could increase their risk of type 2 diabetes, researchers warn

  • Final Rules Broaden Pool for Stem Cell Research
    (07-Jul-2009)
    Older stem cell lines eligible for U.S. research dollars, NIH says

  • Fat-Cell Protein May Reduce Diabetes Risk
    (07-Jul-2009)
    Higher levels of adiponectin linked in studies to lower incidence of type 2 diabetes

  • Kids With Type 1 Diabetes Often Overweight
    (02-Jul-2009)
    Study explores weight problems faced by youngsters with the disease

  • Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says

  • Comic Strip Aims to Educate Families About Diabetes
    (30-Jun-2009)
    Storyline tackles lack of information about the disease in the Hispanic community

  • Hormone Could Improve Diabetes Treatment
    (25-Jun-2009)
    Biomarker might predict how type 2 patients will respond to drugs, study shows

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Safe, Effective Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
    (24-Jun-2009)
    Research shows procedure is no more dangerous than other routine surgeries

  • Blood-Sugar Spikes Send Testosterone Levels Down
    (13-Jun-2009)
    Finding has implications for men with low levels of the hormone, experts say

  • Nicotine May Help Spur 'Prediabetes'
    (11-Jun-2009)
    Toxin ups cortisol levels, encourages insulin resistance, study finds

  • Effect of Strict Diabetes Control on Heart Still Unclear
    (09-Jun-2009)
    Reviews show it wasn't to blame for excess deaths in one trial, but when therapy starts could be key

  • Making Obese Mice Slim, Without Diet or Exercise
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Findings might someday help overweight humans, too, experts say

  • Among Obese Diabetics, Sleep Apnea May Be Common
    (22-May-2009)
    Study finds, though, that disorder often goes undiagnosed

  • Strict Blood Sugar Control Lowers Heart Risks in Diabetics
    (22-May-2009)
    It prevents many complications of chronic disease, experts say

  • Drug May Lessen Amputation Risk for Diabetics
    (22-May-2009)
    Researchers suggest that findings could alter treatment methods

  • Productivity Takes a Hit From Obesity, Diabetes
    (13-May-2009)
    More lost time signals need for workplace interventions, experts say

  • Antioxidants Blunt Exercise Benefit, Study Shows
    (11-May-2009)
    Vitamins C, E block creation of free radicals that promote insulin sensitivity, researchers say

  • Cycloset Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
    (06-May-2009)
    Helps control blood sugar via the brain

  • Drug May Not Help Diabetes-Related Eye Damage
    (17-Apr-2009)
    Finding need not limit prevention of blindness, experts say

  • Laughter May Lower Heart Attack Risk in Diabetics
    (17-Apr-2009)
    Those who chuckled daily had better 'good' cholesterol than those who didn't, study shows

  • Severe Low Blood Sugar Ups Older Diabetics' Dementia Risk
    (14-Apr-2009)
    Study finds being hospitalized for hypoglycemia linked to mental decline

  • Heart Screening Not Effective for Type 2 Diabetics
    (14-Apr-2009)
    Imaging test doesn't single out those at high risk of trouble, study found

  • A Fat That May Keep You Thin
    (08-Apr-2009)
    'Brown' fat, previously unknown in adults, revs up calorie-burning, experts say

  • Dietary Changes Shield Latino Teens From Diabetes
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Study found high-fiber, low-sugar regimen reduced risk factors

  • Plain-Language Guides Detail Insulin Treatments
    (02-Apr-2009)
    U.S. agency compiles comparison of therapies for both doctors and patients

  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm Boosts Death Risk for Diabetics
    (12-Mar-2009)
    Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests

  • Gene Explains How High-Fructose Diets Lead to Insulin Resistance
    (06-Mar-2009)
    Corn syrup more easily metabolizes to fat in liver, which may trigger disease, study says

  • 'Fasting Signal' Offers Clues to Insulin Resistance in the Obese
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Drugs blocking this communication may offer therapeutic benefits, mouse study finds

  • Health Tip: Understanding Metabolic Syndrome
    (26-Feb-2009)
    Factors that increase a person's risk of heart disease and diabetes

  • Diabetes Linked to Depression During and After Pregnancy
    (24-Feb-2009)
    Study was based on more than 11,000 low-income mothers

  • Out-of-Control Blood Sugar May Affect Memory
    (19-Feb-2009)
    Close monitoring can keep problem from advancing, experts say

  • Insulin May Protect Against Alzheimer's
    (03-Feb-2009)
    In lab study, diabetes treatments are found to slow damage

  • Saliva Test Could Monitor Type 2 Diabetes
    (20-Jan-2009)
    Test might one day replace current blood tests, researchers say

  • Diabetes Linked to Cognitive Problems
    (09-Jan-2009)
    Study found impairments were mild, but they could signal later trouble

  • Americans Consuming More Sugary Beverages
    (09-Jan-2009)
    Adults gulping an average of 300 calories every day, study finds

  • Doctors Urged to Screen Diabetics for Sleep Apnea
    (08-Jan-2009)
    Treatment may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease

  • It Pays to Eat Less as You Age
    (06-Jan-2009)
    Cutting calories can cut down on pounds in middle age, study says

  • Health Care Spending in U.S. Grew at Lowest Rate in a Decade
    (06-Jan-2009)
    But consumers are still paying more for out-of-pocket expenses, reports say

  • Diabetes Epidemic Now Poses Challenges for Nursing Homes
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Care for aging people with the disease falls short, study finds

  • Gastric Bypass Halts Diabetes in Obese Teens
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Surgery could help them avoid long-term complications of blood sugar disease, scientists say

  • Dubious Drugs, Tainted Foods Top 2008's Health Stories
    (31-Dec-2008)
    But deaths from heart disease, cancer show encouraging drop

  • America Losing the Fight With Type 2 Diabetes
    (30-Dec-2008)
    Yet simple lifestyle changes can make all the difference

  • Rising Blood Sugar May Harm the Aging Brain
    (30-Dec-2008)
    And exercise might help offset the effect, study suggests

  • Exercise Protects Black Women From Type 2 Diabetes
    (19-Dec-2008)
    Brisk walking, limiting TV seems to benefit this high-risk group

  • Experts Say Blood Sugar Guidelines Remain Effective
    (18-Dec-2008)
    Despite conflicting studies, diabetes groups say good glycemic control still best course

  • 'Mediterranean'-Style Diet Best for Blood Sugar Control
    (17-Dec-2008)
    Another study finds type 2 diabetes increases cancer death risk

  • Children of Centenarians Face Lower Heart Risks
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Finding adds weight to belief that longevity runs in families

  • Gastric Bypass Success Sparks Debate
    (14-Dec-2008)
    Should older people and those with diabetes have the weight-loss surgery?

  • Fast Heart Rate Warns of Obesity, Diabetes
    (11-Dec-2008)
    And those conditions take toll on the heart, study says

  • 2 Diabetes Drugs Double Fracture Risk in Women
    (10-Dec-2008)
    Both Avandia and Actos lower bone density, new analysis shows

  • Depression Linked to Increase in Abdominal Fat
    (03-Dec-2008)
    Dutch researchers made the connection after studying adults ages 70 to 79

  • Chromosome Linked to Diabetics' Heart Risks
    (25-Nov-2008)
    Genetic variation identifies those with poor glucose control likely to have artery disease

  • Genetic Testing No Real Help in Predicting Type 2 Diabetes
    (19-Nov-2008)
    Traditional risk factors, such as obesity, are just as useful, studies find

  • Retired NFL Players Don't Face Greater Heart Risk
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Keeping physically active may help to tackle health threats, study says

  • Heart Failure Hospitalizations Up Sharply
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Epidemic linked to hypertension, obesity, diabetes, study shows

  • Aspirin Doesn't Guard Diabetics Against Heart Disease
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Second study found vitamins E, C did little to protect healthy men, either

  • Hormone Lowers Glucose Levels in Mice
    (04-Nov-2008)
    Injections of apelin appear to be similar to insulin, study says

  • Use of Kids' Meds on the Increase
    (03-Nov-2008)
    Obesity and its complications driving the trend, researchers say

  • Excess Weight Gain During Pregnancy a Risk to Mother and Child
    (31-Oct-2008)
    It doubles the chances of having a heavy baby, study finds

  • Rate of Diabetes Cases Doubles in 10 Years: CDC
    (30-Oct-2008)
    The obesity epidemic is fueling the type 2 disease epidemic, officials say

  • Consumer Group Seeks FDA Ban on Avandia
    (30-Oct-2008)
    Public Citizen cites liver failure deaths, other risks of adverse events for diabetes drug

  • Cost of Diabetes Care Has Doubled
    (27-Oct-2008)
    Newer, more expensive drugs, rising rates of blood sugar disease to blame, study finds

  • Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Updated
    (22-Oct-2008)
    Lifestyle changes, the drug metformin remain recommended initial therapy

  • Women Smokers Prone to Dangerous Blood Vessel Condition
    (15-Oct-2008)
    Risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm is 8 times higher than in nonsmokers, study says

  • Vending Machines Found in Most Middle Schools
    (06-Oct-2008)
    Snacks, drinks sold not helping fight against childhood obesity, researcher notes

  • New Diabetes Drug Works Well in Trial
    (29-Sep-2008)
    Could be approved for U.S. market by next year, researcher says

  • Drug Fights Diabetic Eye Disease
    (26-Sep-2008)
    Retinopathy is a potentially blinding complication, but Atacand may help

  • Moderate Aerobic Exercise Lowers Diabetics' Liver Fat
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Study cites benefits for type 2 patients seeking to avoid cardiovascular problems

  • Chamomile Tea May Ward Off Diabetes Damage
    (19-Sep-2008)
    Rats fed herbal extract showed significant decrease in blood sugar levels

  • 'Healthy Fat' Chemical Aids Body's Metabolism
    (19-Sep-2008)
    Mouse study uncovers new class of hormones that could reverse obesity-related disease

  • Premixed Insulin May Offer Better Blood Sugar Control
    (17-Sep-2008)
    Study compared these formulations to long-acting insulin and other medications

  • New Noninvasive Device Could Control Diabetes
    (17-Sep-2008)
    Intestinal liner leads to significant drops in blood sugar levels, researcher says

  • Heavier People Have Heart Attacks Earlier
    (09-Sep-2008)
    12 years sooner for the most obese, new research finds

  • Once-Weekly Diabetes Drug Boosts Blood Sugar Control
    (08-Sep-2008)
    But Byetta has also been linked recently to patient deaths

  • Pancreatic Cells Turned Into Insulin-Producing Beta Cells
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Researchers say feat could lead to treatment for diabetes

  • 4 More Deaths Reported Among Byetta Patients
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Brings death toll to 6 associated with diabetes drug; exact cause unknown

  • LDL Cholesterol Tied to Increased Cancer Risk in Diabetics
    (25-Aug-2008)
    Using these levels as markers could help clinicians better treat patients, Chinese study finds

  • Poor Coordination in Childhood Tied to Adult Obesity
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Clumsiness at age 7, below-par motor skills at 11 linked to weight gain later, study says

  • Weight Loss After Diabetes Diagnosis Offers Big Benefits: Study
    (12-Aug-2008)
    And the improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure last, even if weight comes back

  • Pre-Pregnancy Diabetes Boosts Risk for Birth Defects
    (30-Jul-2008)
    Women 3 to 4 times more likely to deliver baby with at least one problem, U.S. study finds

  • Diet Key to Diabetes Risk
    (28-Jul-2008)
    Fruits, vegetables, exercise reduce chances of blood sugar disease, studies find

  • Some Sweeteners Inhibit Enzyme Tied to Type 2 Diabetes
    (25-Jul-2008)
    Antioxidants in date sugar, dark brown sugars help control blood pressure, heart disease

  • U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Grow
    (17-Jul-2008)
    One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says

  • Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Impact has yet to be felt, since type 2 course may take 10 years to show, study says

  • New Spanish Consumer Guide Compares Diabetes Meds
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Publication aimed at assisting the 1 in 8 Hispanics with type 2 disease

  • FDA Panel Calls for More Testing of Diabetes Drugs
    (03-Jul-2008)
    Wants long-term studies to assure medications don't raise cardiovascular risks

  • Unhealthy Meals Dull Older Diabetics' Memory
    (26-Jun-2008)
    Antioxidant vitamins counter cognitive decline, but experts say eating healthy is better

  • 24 Million Americans Had Diabetes in 2007
    (24-Jun-2008)
    57 million more had pre-diabetes, but education drive making inroads, CDC says

  • Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass Is Key to Easing Diabetes
    (18-Jun-2008)
    Patients who dropped most pounds went off diabetes meds and into remission, study found

  • Diabetes Drug May Prevent Early Puberty in Young Girls
    (17-Jun-2008)
    Metformin delayed first menstruation, cut body fat for those at risk of insulin resistance

  • Study Ties Herpes Virus to Emerging Form of Diabetes
    (17-Jun-2008)
    French researchers say antibodies linked to disease found in Sub-Saharan Africans

  • Diabetes and Depression Go Hand-in-Hand
    (17-Jun-2008)
    And doctors need to be aware of the connection, study says

  • Diabetes Might Help Spur Hearing Loss
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Study finds higher rate of impairment among diabetics

  • Less Intensive Treatment Given Diabetic Women With Heart Disease
    (16-Jun-2008)
    They have poorer control of risk factors, less likely to get cholesterol-lowering meds

  • Fitness a Key Element in Determining Male Diabetic's Longevity
    (15-Jun-2008)
    7-year study found staying in good shape more important than weight

  • Weekly Drug Helps Type 2 Diabetics
    (10-Jun-2008)
    Longer-lasting exenatide maintained glucose levels, helped patients lose weight, study reports

  • Older Diabetics' Risk of Cardiac Ischemia Lower Than Thought
    (08-Jun-2008)
    Those 55 to 75 with type 2 disease have same odds for condition, regardless of screening

  • Doctors Urged to Look for Link Between Type 2 Diabetes, Sleep Apnea
    (07-Jun-2008)
    Group pushes new clinical practices to have patients presenting with one checked for other

  • Gum Care Helps Control Type 2 Diabetes and Its Complications
    (07-Jun-2008)
    Periodontal disease associated with higher levels of insulin resistance, studies say

  • Studies Differ on Benefits of Aggressive Blood Sugar Control
    (07-Jun-2008)
    But experts say controlling glucose levels is key for most diabetics

  • Scientists ID Gene Regulating Blood Glucose Levels
    (06-Jun-2008)
    Copies of variant don't boost type 2 diabetes risk but could suggest its causes

  • Two-Drug Combo Reduces Diabetic Kidney Damage
    (04-Jun-2008)
    Almost 25 percent of participants saw urine protein levels lowered significantly

  • Mediterranean Diet May Ward Off Type 2 Diabetes
    (30-May-2008)
    The eating plan is rich in fruits and vegetables and low in animal products

  • Enriched Cocoa Improves Blood Flow in Diabetics
    (27-May-2008)
    Natural compounds called flavanols may be responsible for the benefit, study says

  • Lifestyle Changes Can Keep Diabetes at Bay for 14 Years
    (23-May-2008)
    Among people at high risk, healthy eating and exercise can delay disease, researchers say

  • Oxidized LDL Cholesterol Linked to Metabolic Syndrome
    (20-May-2008)
    Condition can lead to heart attack and stroke, researchers note

  • Many Diabetics Don't Get Necessary Blood Pressure Treatment
    (19-May-2008)
    Only half of patients had their therapy changed as needed, study found

  • Decoding Muscle Stem Cell Development
    (12-May-2008)
    Nutrient restriction triggers pathway involved with life span, study finds

  • Fetal Gene May Contribute to Diabetes Risk
    (08-May-2008)
    Study finds it plays key role in development of defective cells in type 2 diabetics

  • Diabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma Risk
    (02-May-2008)
    Regular screenings may help prevent irreversible nerve damage

  • Pre-Pregnancy Diabetes Rates Have Doubled
    (28-Apr-2008)
    More women are overweight as they conceive, raising complication risks, study finds

  • Metabolic Syndrome Triggered by Overeating, Not Obesity
    (18-Apr-2008)
    Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

  • Diabetic Eye Problem Linked to Heart Failure
    (14-Apr-2008)
    Retinopathy more than doubled the risk of heart problems, study found

  • Health Tip: Symptoms of Diabetes
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Signs that you may be diabetic

  • Aggressive Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Treatment Shows Some Benefit
    (08-Apr-2008)
    But jury still out on whether it makes difference in high-risk groups, study finds

  • Antipsychotic Drug Boosts Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes
    (07-Apr-2008)
    French study in rats finds olanzapine changes metabolism in weeks

  • Normal Weight Doesn't Always Equal Healthy Weight
    (01-Apr-2008)
    Many have high percentages of body fat, leaving them prone to heart disease, diabetes

  • Avandia May Slow Atherosclerosis After Bypass Surgery
    (01-Apr-2008)
    But this new study of diabetes drug doesn't prove it's safe, critics say

  • Diabetics Face Doubled Risk of Heart Attack
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Danger level same as non-diabetics who already have had a heart attack, study says

  • Diabetes Drug Slows Clogging of Arteries
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Actos better at fighting plaque build-up than older medication, study finds

  • Lung Capacity Declines Faster With Diabetes
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Finding shows respiratory system suffers collateral damage from blood sugar disease

  • Once-Daily Insulin Shot Proves Effective in Study
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Participants preferred it to product requiring three injections a day

  • Diabetes' Toll Continues to Grow
    (21-Mar-2008)
    But it's not too late to protect yourself and your family, experts say

  • Health Tip: When You're Diabetic and Sick
    (13-Mar-2008)
    Have an advance plan

  • Constant High Blood Sugar Disables Insulin 'Off' Switch
    (06-Mar-2008)
    Researchers say mouse study reversing that pattern offers hope of new diabetes treatments

  • National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients
    (26-Feb-2008)
    American Heart Association says high blood sugar condition linked to high mortality

  • Low-Carb Diets Better Than Low-Fat Diets at Preventing Diabetes
    (07-Feb-2008)
    Even if coupled with high animal fat and protein, risk did not increase, study claims

  • Deaths Halt Part of Large Diabetes Trial
    (06-Feb-2008)
    Increased mortality seen in patients receiving aggressive drug therapy to cut blood sugar levels

  • Aggressive Diabetes Therapy Lowers Death Risk, Study Finds
    (06-Feb-2008)
    Danish researchers point to treatment of multiple risk factors at once

  • Caffeine Could Spell Trouble for Diabetics
    (28-Jan-2008)
    Consuming equivalent of 4 cups a day led to spikes in blood sugar levels

  • Diabetes Rates Continue to Soar
    (28-Jan-2008)
    Trend will lead to health and economic trouble for U.S., report says

  • Diabetes' Health Toll Hits $174 Billion Annually
    (25-Jan-2008)
    Costs have climbed 32% since 2002, study finds

  • Stem Cells Finally Found in Pancreas
    (24-Jan-2008)
    Discovery could lead to new treatments for diabetes, researchers say

  • U.S. Deaths Down From Heart Disease, Stroke
    (22-Jan-2008)
    But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says

  • High Blood Sugar Boosts Women's Heart Disease Risk
    (21-Jan-2008)
    Men don't seem to be as prone to problem, study finds

  • Childhood Diabetes Boosts Risk for Kidney Problems
    (28-Dec-2007)
    Lifestyle changes are key to avoiding complications, doctors say

  • Diabetes Group Backs Low-Carb Diets
    (28-Dec-2007)
    Recommendations cite importance of restricted calorie intake for diabetics wanting to manage their weight

  • Older Diabetics Using Avandia Face Increased Death Risk
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Canadian study also found those over 65 more likely to have heart trouble with drug

  • Kidney Disease Increasing in U.S.
    (06-Nov-2007)
    More obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are driving the trend, study says

  • Peripheral Artery Disease Up Sharply Among U.S. Women
    (04-Nov-2007)
    The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

  • Health Tip: Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
    (18-Oct-2007)
    Lifestyle is a major player

  • Randy Jackson Takes Aim at Diabetes
    (04-Oct-2007)
    American Idol judge is part of a campaign to stress the disease's link to heart disease

  • Low Doses of Red Wine Chemical May Fight Diabetes
    (02-Oct-2007)
    Resveratrol has already been shown to offer heart benefits

  • Older Blacks, Latinos Struggle With Diabetes Control
    (27-Sep-2007)
    Their levels of blood sugar tend to be higher than for whites, study finds

  • Fat Builds Up in Hearts Before Diabetes Onset
    (04-Sep-2007)
    Technique giving researchers static image of beating heart could be new screening tool

  • Blood Pressure Drug Combo Helps Diabetic Hearts
    (02-Sep-2007)
    Large, long-term global study shows diuretic plus ACE inhibitor reduced risk of dying from heart disease

  • Study Details Heart Risks to Diabetics
    (14-Aug-2007)
    From angina to severe heart attacks, the death rate is higher than for non-diabetics

  • Diabetes Drug Should Stay Despite Heart Risks, U.S. Advisers Say
    (31-Jul-2007)
    FDA panel says Avandia offers benefits to people with type 2 disease

  • Low-Carb Diets Combat Metabolic Syndrome
    (20-Jul-2007)
    Researchers find out how the diets seem to reduce appetite, weight

  • Older Diabetes Drug Sometimes the Best Choice
    (16-Jul-2007)
    Metformin doesn't cause weight gain and can decrease 'bad' cholesterol, study finds

  • Drugs Old and New May Fight Diabetes
    (10-Jul-2007)
    Anti-malaria drug cut disease risk, and new drugs helped diabetics lose weight

  • Pumpkin Extract Aids Insulin Production
    (09-Jul-2007)
    Compound regenerated damaged pancreatic cells in diabetic rats, researchers say

  • Selenium Supplements Boost Type 2 Diabetes Risk
    (09-Jul-2007)
    Chances were 50% higher among those taking 200 micrograms daily, study finds

  • Rise in Child Chronic Illness Could Swamp Health Care
    (26-Jun-2007)
    Diabetes, asthma will follow American kids as they age, experts warn

  • U.S. Predicts Diabetes Epidemic to Go On Unchecked
    (24-Jun-2007)
    As cases increase, so will accompanying health problems, experts predict

  • U.S. Women Lagging in Diabetes Care, Study Suggests
    (18-Jun-2007)
    Death rates are down for men but up for women

  • FDA Seeks Strictest Warning for Diabetes Drugs
    (07-Jun-2007)
    The request concerning Avandia and Actos was issued May 23 but not made public until Wednesday

  • Researchers ID Genes for Some Common Diseases
    (06-Jun-2007)
    They include arthritis, diabetes, heart disease; finding could revolutionize medicine, expert says

  • New Study Finds No Significant Heart Attack Risk From Diabetes Drug
    (05-Jun-2007)
    Finding conflicts with previous research on Avandia; experts still express concern

  • Nursing Homes Need Better Diabetes Care
    (25-May-2007)
    Study urges new protocols for monitoring patients' blood sugar, cardio risk factors

  • Type 2 Diabetes Takes Toll on Teens
    (25-May-2007)
    Doctors need to use more aggressive measures to treat, prevent disease, experts say

  • Doctors Not Ready to Abandon Diabetes Drug
    (25-May-2007)
    Study that links Avandia to heart attacks needs further exploration, experts say

  • Premature Babies Face Future Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure Problems
    (16-May-2007)
    But the threats can be managed through proper diet and exercise, study says

  • Diet Rich in Cereal Fibers May Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
    (14-May-2007)
    The nutrient magnesium may also offer protective effects, German study says

  • Dramatic Rise in U.S. Kids Hospitalized for Type 2 Diabetes
    (05-May-2007)
    Study authors lay the blame on the obesity epidemic

  • Studies Uncover Genes Boosting Type 2 Diabetes Risk
    (26-Apr-2007)
    But it's not an excuse not to eat right and exercise, expert says

  • Sopranos Star Tackles Health Role
    (23-Apr-2007)
    Aida Turturro hits the road to educate people about diabetes

  • Gene Variant Linked to Obesity, Diabetes
    (12-Apr-2007)
    Finding could lead to new avenues of treatment, researchers say

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug May Help Treat Type 2 Diabetes
    (11-Apr-2007)
    Study finds long-term glucose levels dropped significantly after 13 weeks of treatment

  • Diabetes May Lead to Precursor of Alzheimer's
    (09-Apr-2007)
    Consequences could be huge, given the epidemic of the blood-sugar disease

  • Diabetes Epidemic Spreading Worldwide: Experts
    (16-Mar-2007)
    Western diets, more cars taking their toll in developing world

  • Diabetes May Be Even Bigger Threat Than Feared
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Canadian survey finds 2005 rates surpassed levels predicted for 2030

  • Study Confirms Link Between Hormone, Insulin-Producing Cells
    (09-Feb-2007)
    Neuropeptide regulating appetite may help in developing new diabetes treatments

  • New Type 2 Diabetes Drug Delays Disease Progression
    (04-Dec-2006)
    But side effects include cardiovascular risks, study finds

  • 'Double Diabetes' a New Threat
    (03-Dec-2006)
    The obesity epidemic is leading more people to develop type 1 and type 2 disease

  • New Diabetes Drug Helps Lower Blood Sugar
    (17-Oct-2006)
    Januvia part of a new class of medications

  • FDA OKs New Oral Drug for Type 2 Diabetes
    (17-Oct-2006)
    Januvia, a member of new class of medicines, enhances release of insulin

  • High Blood Sugar Increases Risk of Blood Clots After Surgery
    (16-Oct-2006)
    Study finds a sixfold higher threat of pulmonary embolism after hip or knee replacements

  • Appetite Hormone May Combat Type 2 Diabetes
    (27-Sep-2006)
    Mouse study finds leptin keeps body from overproducing insulin

  • Exercise: The Antidote for a High-Fat Meal
    (31-Aug-2006)
    Even a mild workout reverses arterial damage, study suggests

  • 31 States Record Increases in Adult Obesity
    (29-Aug-2006)
    Two-thirds of Americans now at risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, report finds

  • Oral Medications Can Replace Insulin for Many With Rare Neonatal Diabetes
    (02-Aug-2006)
    Presence of genetic mutations signals the ability to switch treatments

  • Young Type 2 Diabetics More Likely to Suffer Kidney Failure
    (25-Jul-2006)
    Study of Native American tribe may have prevention message for all, researchers say

  • Gene Variant Ups Type 2 Diabetes Risk
    (19-Jul-2006)
    But lifestyle changes, such as exercise, counteract effects of this gene, study suggests

  • New Type 2 Diabetes Cases Have Doubled in 30 Years
    (19-Jun-2006)
    Obesity is to blame and consequences could overwhelm U.S. health-care system, experts say

  • Protein Linked to Insulin Resistance in Humans
    (14-Jun-2006)
    Discovery could lead to targeted therapies for preventing type 2 diabetes

  • Overweight Ups Your Diabetes Risk
    (13-Jun-2006)
    35 percent of heavy 18-year-old women will develop the disease, study finds

  • Many Doctors Aren't Treating Diabetes Aggressively Enough
    (11-Jun-2006)
    This is true for patients with high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, studies find

  • Childhood Obesity Leads to Adolescent Obesity
    (04-May-2006)
    Kids don't outgrow 'baby fat,' researchers report

  • School Soda Ban Called Good First Step
    (03-May-2006)
    But more needs to be done to combat childhood obesity epidemic, experts say

  • Obesity Driving Diabetes Epidemic
    (20-Apr-2006)
    New study confirms suspicions that it's a major factor in troubling trend

  • FDA Approves Inhaled Insulin for Diabetes
    (01-Feb-2006)
    Exubera, first drug of its kind, could mean an end to injections for millions with the disease

  • Inhaled Insulin Approved for Diabetics
    (27-Jan-2006)
    First new delivery option in decades

  • On-the-Job Stress Bad for the Heart
    (20-Jan-2006)
    British study links it to increase in risk factors for cardiovascular disease

  • Many Diabetics Tempt Health Risks
    (13-Jan-2006)
    Left uncontrolled, the disease can cause heart disease, blindness, even amputation

  • Molecular Link Between Diet, Type 2 Diabetes Discovered
    (03-Jan-2006)
    High-fat fare suppresses enzyme that controls insulin production, study finds

  • 'Double Diabetes' Poses Double Threat
    (21-Nov-2005)
    More Americans are developing both forms of the blood sugar disease, experts say

  • Diabetes Drug Pulls Double Duty
    (16-Nov-2005)
    Actos cut risk of second heart attack in patients with type 2 diabetes, study finds

  • Cholesterol Drug Cuts Cardiovascular Risks for Diabetics
    (14-Nov-2005)
    Large study found Tricor lowered number of coronary events, other vessel complications

  • Eating Out Poses Health Risks for Kids
    (14-Nov-2005)
    They're prone to high blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease, study finds

  • Heart Disease, Diabetes Are Preventable
    (12-Nov-2005)
    Better habits could prevent 80% of heart disease, 90% of type 2 diabetes, expert says

  • New Diabetes Drug Poses Danger to Patients, Cardiologists Say
    (20-Oct-2005)
    Researchers urge FDA to delay approval of muraglitazar

  • Fasting Glucose Levels May Not Be Best Indicator of Diabetes Risk
    (05-Oct-2005)
    Study suggests other factors, such as obesity, also need to be considered

  • Metabolic Syndrome Termed a Growing U.S. Health Threat
    (12-Sep-2005)
    Panel urges greater awareness of condition that causes heart problems, diabetes

  • Brain Protein Influences Weight Gain
    (16-Aug-2005)
    Drugs modeled on SH2-B may help fight diabetes, obesity, experts say

  • New Diabetes Gene Discovered
    (12-Aug-2005)
    Finding could help most of those with type 2 diabetes, researchers say

  • Vision Problems Occur During Pre-Diabetes
    (12-JUN-2005)
    Eight percent of patients may have diabetic retinopathy, study finds

  • Once-Daily Pill Lowers Blood Sugar and Cholesterol in Diabetics
    (12-JUN-2005)
    Therapy could simplify treatment for many with the disease, experts say

  • Most Type 2 Diabetics Aren't Managing Their Disease
    (18-MAY-2005)
    New public awareness campaign hopes to reverse the problem

  • Metabolic Syndrome Plagues Some Who Survive Testicular Cancer
    (14-MAY-2005)
    Researcher suggests chemotherapy may contribute to complication

  • Health Risks Escalate for Overweight Kids
    (30-APR-2005)
    Study finds unexpected differences between blacks, whites

  • New Diabetes Drug Comes From Lizard
    (29-APR-2005)
    Gila monster derivative helps manage blood sugar

  • Too Little Sleep Could Cause Diabetes
    (27-APR-2005)
    But snoozing too much might also be trouble, new research contends

  • Compound Could Lessen Damage of Fast Food
    (16-MAR-2005)
    Researchers test form of cellulose that slows fat absorption, reduces diabetes risk

  • Supersized in the NFL
    (01-MAR-2005)
    More pro football players are obese, study finds

  • Mom's Poor Diet Can Up Diabetes Risk in Child
    (25-FEB-2005)
    Nutrition might affect fetal pancreas, mouse study suggests

  • 3 Risky Diabetes Drugs May Be Safe for Heart Patients
    (07-FEB-2005)
    Study finds drugs that FDA says should not be given actually may help diabetics.

  • Heart Threats May Lead to Nerve Damage in Diabetics
    (26-JAN-2005)
    High blood pressure, cholesterol, obesity increase risk of neuropathy, study says

  • Type 2 Diabetes Striking at Younger Age
    (26-JAN-2005)
    Average age of diagnosis has dropped from 52 to 46, study finds

  • Fast Food Linked to Obesity, Insulin Problems
    (30-DEC-2004)
    Finding suggests the fare could contribute to onset of diabetes

  • Hormone in Fat Mimics Insulin
    (16-DEC-2004)
    Finding may lead to new treatments for diabetes

  • Beware Complications Linked to Diabetes
    (27-NOV-2004)
    Poor control of the disease can lead to eye, heart, kidney and nerve damage

  • Diabetics Suffering Less From Heart Disease
    (23-NOV-2004)
    Study finds big declines, but improvements needed

  • A New Target For a Fat-Fighting Drug
    (18-NOV-2004)
    Blocking enzyme might flush fats from body, researchers say

  • Premature Birth Linked to Insulin Resistance
    (17-NOV-2004)
    Study suggests metabolic processes may be programmed during pregnancy

  • Pre-diabetes: Ignore It at Your Own Peril
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Doctors say 41 million Americans have the condition

  • Tackling Anemia in Diabetics
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Study looks at whether that cuts cardiovascular risks

  • Blood Pressure Drugs Protect Diabetics' Kidneys
    (31-OCT-2004)
    One drug prevents early problems, the other halts progression of disease

  • Antipsychotics Tied to Insulin Problems in Kids
    (21-OCT-2004)
    echo link already found for adults

  • Study Suggests How Obesity Causes Diabetes
    (14-OCT-2004)
    Stress on cells seems to contribute to insulin resistance, researchers say

  • Insulin Therapy Linked to Colorectal Cancer
    (01-OCT-2004)
    Duration of therapy may elevate risk, small study suggests

  • Nondiabetics Should Watch Blood Sugar, Too
    (20-SEP-2004)
    Study finds high levels a heart risk for them, also

  • Tight Glucose Control Needed for Diabetics
    (20-SEP-2004)
    Analysis suggests ways to ward off heart disease

  • Diabetes Rampant Among Native Americans
    (30-AUG-2004)
    Disease relatively new to population, but manageable

  • Protein May Explain Heart Risk in Diabetics
    (26-AUG-2004)
    Increased activity might lead to heart failure

  • Sugary Drinks Tied to Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes
    (24-AUG-2004)
    Study finds risks rise along with soda, fruit punch consumption

  • Pancreas Could Harbor Stem Cells
    (23-AUG-2004)
    Potential stem cells may lead to new diabetes treatments

  • Though Diabetes Epidemic Worsens, Researchers Make Strides
    (22-AUG-2004)
    Two of every five U.S. adults now considered to have pre-diabetes

  • Statins Benefit Diabetics, Regardless of Cholesterol Levels
    (19-AUG-2004)
    The drugs reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke and death

  • Tomato Juice May Cut Clotting in Diabetics
    (18-AUG-2004)
    Study found juice thinned blood of those with type 2 version of the disease

  • New Way to Treat Type 2 Diabetes Developed
    (02-AUG-2004)
    Israeli scientists say technique may also be useful with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

  • Simple Test Predicts Diabetes Amputation Success
    (30-JUL-2004)
    Keeping blood sugar low could save lower limbs, research finds

  • On-the-Job Exercise Helps Diabetics
    (26-JUL-2004)
    Even light lifting reduces heart risk, study finds

  • Type 2 Diabetics Should Avoid Caffeine
    (26-JUL-2004)
    It affects the body's ability to control insulin levels, study says

  • Weight-Loss Regimen for Diabetics Questioned
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Small number of pounds shed may not be worth it in long run


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