Help available for people living with diabetes Nov 22, 2009
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 1:00 AM EDT (ARA) - It's a long drive out to the rural diabetes clinic where she makes her educational presentations, but Janie Burmester knows that the work she's doing can have a huge impact on people's lives. Burmester is one of about 15,000 Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs) in the United States ... CDEs are health professionals, certified by the National Certification Board of Diabetes Educators, who teach self-management techniques to patients... (Lake City Reporter, FL)
LETTER: 'Health care, insurance are basic human rights' Nov 22, 2009
Is the person who discovers they have a genetic condition that leads to diabetes, obesity, schizophrenia, cancer responsible for their health problems. Even alcoholism has a genetic component. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
COLUMN: Task force puts boobs front and center for public conversation Nov 22, 2009
JR wrote on Nov 20, 2009 9:17 PM:" Please correct me if I'm wrong, but don't mammograms fall under the category of preventative care?As such, wouldn't it be more cost efficient for any health option to increase preventative care screenings and education -- rather than wait until a patient actually has something like breast cancer, at which point the treatment would be more expensive and on average have less successful outcomes (as the ailment would have progressed much further than if... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Business notes Nov 22, 2009
Grand Casino donates money for diabetes. ONAMIA - In an effort to support diabetes awareness and fund research, Grand Casino Mille Lacs donated $2 for every concert ticket purchased for the sold-out Bret Michaels shows on Nov. 6-7 ... In total, a donation of $5,000 was made to the American Diabetes Association. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Over 1,600 get swine-flu vaccinations Nov 22, 2009
The groups are: pregnant women; health care workers; household contacts of children younger than 6 months old; anyone between 6 months and 24 years old; and people between 25 and 64 with underlying medical conditions, such as asthma and diabetes. The Volusia County Health Department estimates there are 100,000 people in the county that fit into one or more of the at-risk groups. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Hunger strikes Nov 22, 2009
Foods for people with special health needs, such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Low-salt soups and sugar-free foods can be expensive but are essential for those with special diets. (Albany Times Union)
Eli Sercarz, at 75; explored mechanisms of autoimmunity Nov 22, 2009
A viral or bacterial attack can, in a susceptible individual, expose these cryptic determinants, triggering an autoimmune attack such as that found in lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and diabetes. He also discovered the phenomenon known as determinant spread, in which white blood cells that begin the autoimmune reaction recruit other white cells to join in and also attack cells to expose other cryptic determinants, strengthening the immune attack and making the disease more... (Boston Globe)
What's/Who's new in business Nov 22, 2009
She joined Florida Hospital Flagler as a clinical data specialist in June and previously served as employee health, infection control and diabetes nurse educator for Aroostook Medical Center in Presque Isle, Maine. Travis Terpstra and Craig Wells have joined the staff of engineering firm McKim & Creed. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Saliva Proteins Change as Women Age Nov 22, 2009
20, 2009) Scientists in Oregon and India are reporting an advance toward developing the first saliva test to diagnose and monitor effectiveness of treatment for Type 2 diabetes. The number of cases of that. (Science Daily)
An Atomic-Level Look at an HIV Accomplice Nov 22, 2009
Amyloid fibers are of great interest because they are the calling cards of many neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and aging-related diseases like type-2 diabetes. Using NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance) spectroscopy, a technique that not only yields atomic-level details of a molecule's structure, but also shows how the molecule nestles into the membrane with which it interacts, researcher Ayyalusamy Ramamoorthy and coworkers found that the structure of PAP248-286 is... (Science Daily)
Oprah's Departure Presents Problem For TV Stations Nov 22, 2009
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I'm Obese? Big Fat Deal, Some Say Nov 22, 2009
Most obese people with these body size misperceptions thought their health was above average and their lifetime cardiovascular and diabetes risk low, said Dr. Tiffany Powell of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas and colleagues. Their analysis of the Dallas Heart Study, reported at the American Heart Association meeting last week, suggested that physicians have a role in correcting these impressions. (ABC News)
Free screenings! Nov 22, 2009
Diabetes: Am I at risk ... Diabetes: Am I at risk ... Find out if you are at risk for diabetes. (The Palm Beach Post)
Flu season comes early Nov 22, 2009
While there is ample supply of both injectable and nasal swine flu (H1N1) vaccines in Hawai i, they are still only available to the high-priority groups: pregnant women; people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age; healthcare and emergency medical services personnel; children and young adults 6 months through 24 years of age; and people 25 through 64 years of age who have medical conditions for example, diabetes or heart trouble that place them at high risk for... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Peoplefit marks fifth anniversary with special events Nov 22, 2009
We re really able to help people with medical conditions and those who just want to feel comfortable exercising around people like themselves, he says, adding that those struggling with conditions like Type II diabetes, osteoporosis or stroke can come to Peoplefit without feeling out of place. Peoplefit will host a birthday celebration on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. as a member appreciation day, with events like a raffle for a weekend getaway to the Woodstock Inn. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Richard Hinds John Coates is the Captain Mainwaring of Australian sport. Read more Nov 21, 2009
Ones who conveniently forget that their Olympic-oriented approach has coincided with a period during which physical education has disappeared from the national curriculum, and health issues such as diabetes and childhood obesity have increased. It is tempting to slip into the hysterical rhetoric employed by Dad's Army and pose a heavily loaded question. (The Age, Australia)
Causative Gene of Rare Disorder Discovered by Sequencing Only Protein-Coding Regions of Genome Nov 21, 2009
6, 2009) Scientists have discovered four rare mutations of a gene associated with type 1 diabetes (T1D) that reduce the risk of developing the disease. Their findings, published in the journal Science. (Science Daily)
Antioxidant Found in Vegetables Has Implications for Treating Cystic Fibrosis Nov 21, 2009
The finding has implications for such inflammation-based disorders as cystic fibrosis (CF), diabetes, heart disease, and neurodegeneration ... The research team demonstrated that in three additional cell types used to extend their ideas to other inflammation-related conditions -- cardiovascular disease, neurodegeneration, and diabetes -- thiocyanate at blood concentrations of at least 100 micromolar (micromoles per liter) greatly reduces the toxicity of MPO in cells, including those lining blood... (Science Daily)
University students upset about fitness class... Nov 21, 2009
Officials at historically black Lincoln University said Friday that the school is simply concerned about high rates of obesity and diabetes, especially in the African-American community. "We know we're in the midst of an obesity epidemic," said James L. DeBoy, chairman of Lincoln's department of health, physical education and recreation. (The Drudge Report)
Overweight Pa. Students Unhappy About Fitness Class Rule Nov 21, 2009
They say obesity and diabetes are problems, especially in the African-American community. The mandate requires students to get tested for their body mass index. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Stanford-Cal rivalry aside, coaches agree on goal for poor kids Nov 21, 2009
They are less likely to smoke, try drugs or develop obesity-related problems such as diabetes and heart disease. They are more likely to get good grades, have higher educational aspirations and fewer discipline problems in school. (Calbears.com)
Latest health news » Nov 21, 2009
High rates of obesity and diabetes were reported in more than 80 percent of counties in the Appalachian region that includes Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, according to the new research from the U.. Federal health experts on Thursday brushed off lingering safety questions about a popular inhaler drug and suggested it carry bolder benefit claims. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Full Story » Nov 21, 2009
Diabetes Month Highlights Prevalence, Difficulties With Delays in Receiving Disability Benefits - Yahoo ... Diabetes Month Highlights Prevalence, Difficulties With Delays in Receiving Disability Benefits ... November is American Diabetes Month -- an ideal time to examine how individuals with diabetes fare in the SSDI process. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
More than meets the eye Nov 21, 2009
M. Krishna, who has insomnia, diabetes and heart problems, tried a few sessions. The healer put her hands on my forehead and I felt this warm energy surge through me. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Folic Acid Supplements May Boost Cancer Risk Nov 21, 2009
"For those who do not smoke, eating a healthy diet and exercising to avoid weight gain or maintain weight loss will translate to lower risk of cancer, diabetes and other chronic conditions," she said. "These are population-wide changes that take time, and the benefits of such lifestyle changes can take years to realize. Sometimes study results do, too.". (Newsmax)
LETTER: 'Health care, insurance are basic human rights' Nov 21, 2009
Is the person who discovers they have a genetic condition that leads to diabetes, obesity, schizophrenia, cancer responsible for their health problems. Even alcoholism has a genetic component. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Prednisone and Prednisolone in Dogs... Nov 21, 2009
Prednisone and Prednisolone in Dogs and Cats. Prednisone and Prednisolone in Dogs and Cats. (Suite101.com)
Diabetes Month Highlights Prevalence, Difficulties With Delays in Receiving Disability Benefits Nov 21, 2009
November is American Diabetes Month -- an ideal time to examine how individuals with diabetes fare in the SSDI process ... However, diabetes is among the four impairments most likely to be approved for by an administrative law judge after an initial denial ... November is American Diabetes Month -- an ideal time to examine how individuals with diabetes fare in the. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Salt central to a healthy Mediterranean diet Nov 21, 2009
The net consequence of such a strategy will be far fewer people consuming the diet and enjoying its critical - reducing heart disease, obesity, diabetes and hyperlipidemia, and improving cognitive function. The Mediterranean diet has proved its worth for centuries. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
More of this story Nov 21, 2009
While there is ample supply of both injectable and nasal swine flu (H1N1) vaccines in Hawai i, they are still only available to the high-priority groups: pregnant women; people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age; healthcare and emergency medical services personnel; children and young adults 6 months through 24 years of age; and people 25 through 64 years of age who have medical conditions for example, diabetes or heart trouble that place them at high risk for... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
About Alzheimer's disease (2) Nov 21, 2009
People with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or poorly controlled diabetes are also at a high risk. People who have Alzheimer's do not recognize that they have a problem. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Obituaries, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 Nov 21, 2009
Memorial donations: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Online condolences. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Region and state » Nov 21, 2009
"It's very complicated," said Notrica, a 74-year-old Buckhead retiree, who takes 12 medications daily for high blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis, among other ailments ... It s very complicated, said Notrica, a 74-year-old Buckhead retiree, who takes 12 medications daily for high blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis, among other ailments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Pa. university students upset about fitness class Nov 21, 2009
Officials at historically black Lincoln University said Friday that the school is simply concerned about high rates of obesity and diabetes, especially in the African-American community. We know were in the midst of an obesity epidemic, said James L. DeBoy, chairman of Lincolns department of health, physical education and recreation. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Dangerous Pests Found At Border Nov 21, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Posted: 6:54 pm MST November 20, 2009Updated: 8:00 pm MST November 20, 2009. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Two men reflect national divide over health reform Nov 21, 2009
Restaurant owner Stanley Walker has diabetes and can't afford all his medication ... With a smile, Walker continues: "I get lots of grief from my wife about it -- that we don't have health care.'' Humor aide, it is for Stanley Walker both a business decision and a huge personal risk. He has diabetes, and takes just half of his four pills a day prescription because he can't afford the $500 a month bill for the full dose. He knows the risks, and tries to watch his diet and closely monitor his... (CNN -- Health)
Doc Faces Ax for Calling Patient Fat Nov 21, 2009
Sunderhaus admitted he told the patient that her thick thighs and diabetes could cause her to go blind ... I am a black 52 years old male, 5'8" at the time I weighed 330 pounds. I wore a size 52 pants and a 3X shirt. Diabetes is in my family; my grand-father and father died a horrible death from diabetes. I'm glad my doctor sat me down and explained what could happen if I continued to add on the weight. I know the TRUTH hurts, for me it was a GOOD hurt. Since my visit with my doctor I have lost... (CBS News)
Insulin Resistance Stops Superoxide... Nov 21, 2009
Type 2 Diabetes Caused by Antioxidant Defense in Mitochondria. Diabetes caused by diet, inflammation, metabolic syndrome, pregnancy or polycystic ovary syndrome results in increased mitochondrial superoxide. (Suite101.com)
Now, a test to predict hip fracture Nov 21, 2009
Do you have type 2 diabetes. The findings were published in the British Medical Journal. (India Times, India)
Focus Shorts Nov 21, 2009
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Tehachapi Nurses Sharpen Their Skills Nov 21, 2009
Director of Staff Development Gayle Kuhar said, "We do these kind of quizzes and demonstrations with the staff so that they are able to do their job more effectively and more proficiently.The nurses were able to learn how to operate a fire extinguisher and what to do if an earthquake hit.They also got hands on when it comes to sterilization, inserting IVs, determining wounds and even down to the most basic of washing their hands properly.In a hospital you are working with a lot of bacteria and... (KERO 23, CA)
Heavy students at Pa. college must pass fitness class Nov 21, 2009
Nov. 19: The CDC on Thursday released a county-by-county breakdown of obesity and type II diabetes in the U.S., revealing that the highest concentration of both is found in Appalachia and the deep South ... Officials at historically black Lincoln University said Friday that the school is simply concerned about high rates of obesity and diabetes, especially in the African-American community. (MSNBC -- Health)
Former Brave Campillo signs with Royals Nov 21, 2009
Carlyle missed much of the 2009 season after being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes while on the disabled list for a back strain. He had an 8. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Obesity rates highest in Southeast, Appalachia Nov 21, 2009
High rates of obesity and diabetes were reported in more than 80 percent of counties in the Appalachian region that includes Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, according to the new research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... The CDC also released Thursday county-specific data for diabetes Type 2 is closely tied to obesity ... Counties with the lowest rates of both obesity and diabetes were out west Boulder County, Colo. (MSNBC -- Health)
Horizon Health to expand telemedicince capabilities Nov 21, 2009
"The four focus areas for the proposed project include infant mortality, diabetes awareness, behavioral health and emergency room diversion training," Weatherill said. According to the company's plan, the new equipment will allow for expanded video psychiatric services to all clinic locations. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Dad's Army fighting funds war for who? Nov 21, 2009
Ones who conveniently forget that their Olympic-oriented top-to-bottom approach has coincided with a period during which physical education has disappeared from the national curriculum, health issues such as diabetes and childhood obesity have increased - while little attempt has been made to quantify how much bang taxpayers gets for their sports buck. It is therefore tempting to slip into the hysterical rhetoric employed by Dad's Army and pose a heavily loaded question. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Eye doc may lose license after calling patient fat Nov 21, 2009
Sunderhaus admitted he told the patient that her thick thighs and diabetes could cause her to go blind. He made his points again by writing the patient, Gov. Beverly Perdue and blasting the medical board. (Fresno Bee)
First Reconstitution of an Epidermis from Human Embryonic Stem Cells Nov 21, 2009
These "ready-to-use" cells will be proposed to produce epidermal cells for the treatment of third degree burn victims and also other skin diseases such as genodermatoses or ulcerations which complicate diabetes in a very large number of patients. "For more than 25 years we have known how to make epidermis with skin stem cells and skin grafts are made in particular for victims of third degree burns. The keratinocytes obtained from human embryonic stem cells therefore have an immediate clinical... (Science Daily)
HEALTHY LIVING Nov 20, 2009
Type 1 Diabetes Committee noon, Health Resource Center, North Bend Medical Center, 1900 Woodland Drive, Coos Bay. Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Increased Obesity Hindering Success at Reducing Heart Disease Risk Nov 20, 2009
5, 2006) Physicians who once treated mainly elderly patients for health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke are seeing increasingly younger patients who have the same. (May 19, 2009) Being overweight or obese is a leading contributor to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and associated risk factors; however, in patients with established CVD, obesity appears to play a protective role. (Science Daily)
Protecting the public Nov 20, 2009
Examples of underlying health conditions include asthma, diabetes, heart disease, cancer or chronic lung disease. Clark said this past Friday's clinic was opened to the older adults with underlying conditions, but the health unit didn't receive word in that regard until late that morning. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Specialized veterinary care: At what point? And at what price? Nov 20, 2009
Specialized veterinary care: At what point. Specialized veterinary care: At what point. (USA Today -- Life)
Nutrigenomics Researchers Replicate Gene Interaction With Saturated Fat Nov 20, 2009
This work was funded by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, National Institute on Aging, the USDA Agriculture Research Service (ARS), the Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovacion, the Instituto de Salud Carlos III and the CIBER Fisiopatolog;a de la Obesidad y Nutrici;n, Madrid, Spain. Corella D, Peloso G, Arnett DK, Demissie S, Cupples LA, Tucker K, Lai C, Parnell LD, Coltell O, Lee Y and Ordovas JM. Arch Intern Med. (Science Daily)
The Benefits of Stress ... in Plants Nov 20, 2009
19, 2009) Chronic stress in humans has been implicated in heart disease, weight gain, and diabetes, among a host of other health problems. Extreme environments, a source of chronic stress, present a challenge even for the hardiest organisms, and plants are no exception. (Science Daily)
A look inside the task force Nov 20, 2009
On diabetes, the task force has a narrow focus for screening ... (High blood pressure is a risk factor for diabetes ... The American Diabetes Association, on the other hand, recommends all adults be tested beginning at age 45, or earlier if they are overweight (with BMI at least 25) and have additional risk factors. (CNN)
Swine-flu vaccination clinic set for Saturday Nov 20, 2009
People between 25 and 64 with underlying medical conditions, such as asthma and diabetes. Sorensen said about 100,000 Volusians fall into at least one of these groups, and because Volusia has received just 67,000 doses of the vaccine, there is still some way to go before everyone first in line to get one has been vaccinated. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Obesity Highest in Southeast, Appalachia Nov 20, 2009
First Ever County-by-County Survey Shows Concentration of Obesity, Diabetes in Southern States ... High rates of obesity and diabetes were reported in more than 80 percent of counties in the Appalachian region that includes Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, according to the new research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... The CDC also released Thursday county-specific data for diabetes Type 2 is closely tied to obesity. (CBS News)
Obituaries, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 Nov 20, 2009
Memorial donations: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Online condolences. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Appalachia, Southeast Hit Hardest by Obesity and Diabetes Nov 20, 2009
Obesity and diabetes "are basically the two conditions of greatest concern for U.S. adults right now," said study lead author Edward Gregg, chief of epidemiology and statistics in the CDC's division of diabetes translation ... In the Appalachia region that includes Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, 81 percent of counties have high rates of diabetes and obesity ... In many counties within those regions, more than 10 percent of residents have a diabetes diagnosis, and obesity prevalence is... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Web site chronicles priest's prison time Nov 20, 2009
Among Skehan's ailments: high blood pressure, diabetes, hypertension, insomnia, high cholesterol, severe depression, hearing loss and level-B prostate cancer. The next day, a judge denied his request to leave for medical reasons. (The Palm Beach Post)
Poor lifestyles, cause of high rate of diabetes Nov 20, 2009
Accra, Nov. 19, GNA - Dr. Daniel Kertesz, Representative of the World Health Organisation in Ghana, on Thursday attributed the high rate of diabetes in the country to the poor lifestyles of Ghanaians. He said a recent survey conducted in Accra and Kumasi suggested that between six and 12 per cent of adults had diabetes and up to two-thirds of new cases detected in Accra had no prior knowledge of their status before the test ... Speaking at a programme to commemorate World Diabetes Day which fell... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Embryonic stem cell therapy closer to human trials Nov 20, 2009
But it also holds great promise for treating cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and other diseases and even growing transplantable organs and tissues. Researchers have found a way to sidestep both the controversy and the difficulty of working with embryonic stem cells by reprogramming ordinary skin cells into stem cells. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Foreclosures Hitting People With Good Credit Nov 20, 2009
You can significantly reduce your risk of developing diabetes through diet and exercise. Find out ways you can help prevent diabetes. (Click2Houston, TX)
Barbara Elaine Maze, BU assistant dean Nov 20, 2009
Mrs. Maze, who also helped found a local affiliate of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women s Clubs, died Sunday at Newton Health Care Center of complications of diabetes. She was 88 and lived in Dorchester. (Boston Globe)
Scripps research scientists find new link between insulin and core body temperature Nov 20, 2009
The findings suggest new perspective on diabetes, metabolism and weight control. LA JOLLA, CA November 19, 2009 A team led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute have discovered a direct link between insulina hormone long associated with metabolism and metabolic disorders such as diabetesand core body temperature ... The paper was published recently in an advance, online issue of the journal Diabetes, a journal of the American Diabetes Association, and will appear in the January... (EurekAlert!)
