Scientists have generated patient-specific beta cells, or insulin-producing cells, that accurately reflect the features of maturity-onset diabetes of the young. Continue reading
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June 16, 2013
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Advances in genetic sequencing diagnose Paralympic hopeful’s rare condition
National Paracycling Champion Tom Staniford has an extremely rare condition which, until now, has puzzled his doctors. He is unable to store fat under his skin — yet has type 2 diabetes — and suffered hearing loss as a child. Now, thanks to advances … Continue reading
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Depression in postmenopausal women may increase diabetes and cardiovascular disease risk
Postmenopausal women who use antidepressant medication or suffer from depression might be more likely to have a higher body mass index, larger waist circumference and inflammation — all associated with increased risk for diabetes and cardiovascular di… Continue reading
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Major hurdle cleared to diabetes transplants
Researchers have identified a way to trigger reproduction in the laboratory of clusters of human cells that make insulin, potentially removing a significant obstacle to transplanting the cells as a treatment for patients with type 1 diabetes. Continue reading
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Cocoa may help fight obesity-related inflammation
A few cups of hot cocoa may not only fight off the chill of a winter’s day, but they could also help obese people better control inflammation-related diseases, such as diabetes, according to new research. Continue reading
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Recognising low blood sugars could help prevent brain damage in newborn babies
Researchers studying a rare and potentially lethal childhood disease – which is the clinical opposite of diabetes – have made an important discovery. Continue reading
June 12, 2013
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Moderate-intensity walking timed just right might help protect against Type 2 diabetes
A 15-minute walk after each meal appears to help older people regulate blood sugar levels and could reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Continue reading
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Diabetes drug points the way to overcoming drug resistance in melanoma
Despite the success of melanoma-targeting drugs, tumors inevitably become drug resistant and return, more aggressive than before. Researchers now describe how they increase the effectiveness of anti-melanoma drugs by combining anticancer therapies with… Continue reading
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Nanofiber sensor detects diabetes or lung cancer faster and easier
Researchers in South Korea have recently developed a highly sensitive exhaled breath sensor by using hierarchical tin dioxide fibers that are assembled from wrinkled thin tin dioxide nanotubes. Continue reading
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High sugar intake linked to low dopamine release in insulin resistant patients
A PET study indicates that overeating and weight gain contributing to onset of diabetes could be related to a deficit in reward circuits in the brain. Continue reading
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Alzheimer’s and low blood sugar in diabetes may trigger a vicious cycle
Diabetes-associated episodes of low blood sugar may increase the risk of developing dementia, while having dementia or even milder forms of cognitive impairment may increase the risk of experiencing low blood sugar, according to a new study. Continue reading
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Association between hypoglycemia, dementia in older adults with diabetes
A study of older adults with diabetes mellitus (DM) suggests a bidirectional association between hypoglycemic (low blood glucose) events and dementia. Continue reading
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The diabetes ‘breathalyzer’
Chemists have demonstrated a sensor technology that could significantly simplify the diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes through breath analysis alone. Continue reading
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Diabetes drug shows promise in treatment of neurodegenerative disease
Researchers have found that a drug used to control Type II diabetes can help repair the spinal cords of mice suffering from the inherited disease adrenoleukodystrophy which, untreated, leads eventually to a paralysis, a vegetative state and death. They believe that their findings may be relevant to other neurodegenerative diseases. A Phase II trial will be starting shortly. Continue reading
June 7, 2013
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Re-analysis of diabetes drug finds no higher heart attack risk
A re-analysis of the data from a pivotal study of rosiglitazone found no increased risk of cardiovascular events associated with the controversial diabetes drug, according to researchers. Continue reading
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Rapid change in China brings significant improvements in health
In China between 1990 and 2010, communicable disease and child mortality decreased while life expectancy increased. But China faces significant challenges. The top five causes of health loss are dietary risks, high blood pressure, tobacco use, ambient … Continue reading
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Formula-feeding linked to metabolic stress and increased risk of later disease
New evidence from research suggests that infants fed formula, rather than breast milk, experience metabolic stress that could play a part in the long-recognized link between formula-feeding and an increased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and other co… Continue reading
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Obese mums may pass health risks on to grandchildren
Health problems linked to obesity — like heart disease and diabetes — could skip an entire generation, a new study suggests. Continue reading
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Protein block stops vascular damage in diabetes
Researchers have discovered how to stop the destructive process that leads to cardiovascular disease in diabetic laboratory animals. Continue reading
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Heart health matters to your brain
People suffering from type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD) are at an increased risk of cognitive decline, according to a new study. Continue reading
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