Prostate Cancer Prevention Study Halted Oct 29, 2008
"The data to date suggest, but do not prove, that vitamin E may slightly increase the chance of getting prostate cancer, and that selenium may increase the chance of getting diabetes mellitus," warns a letter sent to study participants by the Southwest Oncology Group, which ran the NCI-funded study. Study participants were told to stop taking the two pills they'd been taking every day since the trial opened in 2001. (WebMD)
May I ask? - Theres help for overweight kids Oct 25, 2008
A good evaluation would include an assessment of your child s cardiac risk factors such as family history of early cardiovascular disease, blood pressure levels, the presence of diabetes mellitus, and high cholesterol levels. This evaluation would also include a screening for orthopedic problems such as bowed legs or weak knees and ankles. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
County Schedules Flu Shot Clinics Oct 25, 2008
Adults with chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, asthma, heart disease, kidney diseases, severe anemia, cancer and weakened immune systems due to immunosuppressive medications or HIV. Adults and children who have any condition (e. (KGET 17)
Promising New Obesity Drug May Have Huge Potential Oct 25, 2008
5, 2008) Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus can contribute to mild neurodegeneration with features common with Alzheimer's disease -- the first study to show that obesity can cause. (Feb. (Science Daily)
School nurses help kids control diabetes Oct 24, 2008
The current study suggests that a school nurse-led diabetes control program may be an "effective short-term strategy for managing children and adolescents with poorly controlled type 1 diabetes mellitus," conclude Dr. Rubina A. Heptulla and colleagues from Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital, Houston. The investigators say further clinical trials are currently planned to determine the particular components of the school-based program that are most helpful and whether this... (Reuters India)
Summary for Patients Oct 21, 2008
Type 2 diabetes mellitus interferes with the body's ability to store energy from food, resulting in high blood sugar levels that can lead to such problems as kidney failure, blindness, and heart disease. Insulin helps the body to convert food to stored energy and keeps blood sugar levels within the normal range. (Annals of Internal Medicine)
Aspirin use in people with diabetes Oct 20, 2008
The researchers recruited 1,276 adult patients with diabetes mellitus from 16 diabetic clinics in Scotland between November 1997 and July 2001. At the beginning of the study, all the participants had evidence of narrowing in the main arteries of the ankle, but had no more major symptoms of blockage. (NHS Choices)
Protein Made In Liver Restores Blood Glucose In Type 1 Diabetes Model Oct 16, 2008
15, 2008) A protein made by the liver in response to inflammation and used to treat patients suffering from a genetic form of emphysema has been shown to restore blood glucose levels in a mouse model of Type 1 diabetes mellitus, according to a new study led by researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC). See also. (Science Daily)
UT public health experts discover new information about diabetes' link to tuberculosis Oct 15, 2008
"Our data showed that adult onset diabetes mellitus (also known as Type 2 diabetes) seems to interfere with sterilization of pulmonary TB by drug therapy. By 2030, it is estimated that 336 million of the world's population will have diabetes mellitus, many in TB-endemic countries. Diabetes on this scale may impact TB control. Prospective studies are needed to define more clearly the consequences for transmission among diabetes patients and the prevention and therapeutic measures that might be... (EurekAlert!)
Vision loss more common in people with diabetes Oct 14, 2008
6 million Americans had diagnosed diabetes mellitus in 2005 and another 6. 2 million had undiagnosed diabetes, according to background information in the article. (EurekAlert!)
Levels Of Key Hormone During First Trimester Of Pregnancy Could Lead To Earlier Diagnosis Of Gestational Diabetes Oct 10, 2008
9, 2008) New research shows women who develop diabetes during pregnancy (gestational diabetes mellitus) have reduced levels of an insulin-sensitive hormone, adiponectin, as early as nine weeks into the pregnancy ... 25, 2008) A dental research team has discovered evidence that pregnant women with periodontal disease are more likely to develop gestational diabetes mellitus than pregnant women with healthy. (Science Daily)
Long-Term Follow-up after Control of Blood Pressure in Diabetes Oct 10, 2008
Methods Among 5102 UKPDS patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus, we randomly assigned, over a 4-year period beginning in 1987, 1148 patients with hypertension to tight or less-tight blood-pressure control regimens. The 884 patients who underwent post-trial monitoring were asked to attend annual UKPDS clinics for the first 5 years, but no attempt was made to maintain their previously assigned therapies. (New England Journal of Medicine)
10-Year Follow-up of Intensive Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes Oct 10, 2008
Background During the United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study (UKPDS), patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who received intensive glucose therapy had a lower risk of microvascular complications than did those receiving conventional dietary therapy. We conducted post-trial monitoring to determine whether this improved glucose control persisted and whether such therapy had a long-term effect on macrovascular outcomes. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Hyperglycemic Emergencies Oct 5, 2008
Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus can result in dangerously high levels of blood glucose that require immediate medical attention. (DM) has many complications, emphasizing the importance of controlling one's blood glucose. (Suite101.com)
Essentialis Announces Two Presentations at Upcoming Conferences Oct 3, 2008
The company's lead product is in phase II studies in dyslipidemic subjects and is entering a phase I study in type I diabetes mellitus subjects. For more information please see our website. (PR Newswire)
Liraglutide Beats Glimepiride for Diabetes Control Oct 3, 2008
Garber, at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, and his colleagues conclude that "liraglutide is safe and effective as initial (drug) therapy for type 2 diabetes mellitus and has advantages over other drugs used.". In a related editorial, Dr. Sten Madsbad at the University of Copenhagen, states that while the findings suggest an advantage with liraglutide, data from long-term studies are needed to fully assess the safety of the drug and related agents and to gauge their impact, if any, on... (MEDLINEplus)
Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Intensive Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes Oct 3, 2008
Background The value of continuous glucose monitoring in the management of type 1 diabetes mellitus has not been determined. Methods In a multicenter clinical trial, we randomly assigned 322 adults and children who were already receiving intensive therapy for type 1 diabetes to a group with continuous glucose monitoring or to a control group performing home monitoring with a blood glucose meter. (New England Journal of Medicine)
What Are the Endocrine Glands Sep 20, 2008
There are numerous disorders related to the dysfunction of members of this group of glands including diabetes mellitus, Cushing s syndrome, Grave s disease, Addison s disease and many others. The body relies on hormones every day to maintain good physiologic balance and function. (Suite101.com)
Factors Associated With Poor Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass Surgery Identified Sep 18, 2008
"However, diabetes mellitus and larger pouch size are independently associated with poor weight loss after gastric bypass. Changes in the use of diabetes medications may reduce the risk of poor weight loss among diabetics undergoing gastric bypass. Detailed attention to the creation of a small gastric pouch is essential for achieving the best results.". This study was supported in part by a grant from the National Center for Research Resources. (Science Daily)
Combined treatment protects kidneys Sep 11, 2008
Diabetes mellitus, one of the greatest health threats, affect over 250 million people worldwide - a number estimated to rise to around 400 million by 2025. Chief investigator John Chalmers of the George Institute for International Health, Australia, said: "The combination of routine blood pressure (BP) lowering and tighter glucose control confers very substantial benefits with reductions of one third for serious kidney disease, one quarter for cardiovascular death and close to one fifth for... (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Byetta Is Better Than Januvia At Lowering Glucose Levels Sep 10, 2008
Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Eli Lilly and Company announced that a randomized, double-blind, cross-over, four-week head-to-head study has found their drug Byetta provided significantly lower glucose levels in the post-meal setting when compared to main rival Januvia in diabetes mellitus type 2 patients. The results, which mark the first reported head-to-head study directly comparing Byetta and Januvia, were presented at the 44th Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of... (eFluxMedia)
District, state remind parents of the importance of vaccinations Sep 10, 2008
Susan Pearce wrote on Sep 6, 2008 11:41 PM:" It is commonly stated that vaccination is safe. If you look at the potential adverse reactions on the drugs.com web site, listed for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough) vaccines, you will see how unsafe vaccines are: Notice that two of the vaccines, Infanrix and Tripedia, for diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough) are listed as having sudden infant death as a postmarketing adverse reaction. Tripedia even lists autism as an... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Resveratrol inhibits nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in rats. Sep 10, 2008
NAFLD is linked to obesity, diabetes mellitus, and hypertriglyceridemia. Approximately 20% of patients with NAFLD will eventually develop cirrhosis. (BioMed Central)
Study: Thinking Too Much Leads To Overeating and Obesity Sep 8, 2008
Obesity is a dangerous condition which is linked to the so-called lifestyle diseases like type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, heart disease, poor self-esteem, and a lower health-related quality of life. The World Health Organization has declared obesity as a global epidemic having major health implications in 1997. (News Locale)
Stem cells from patients with genetic diseases Sep 7, 2008
In addition, cell lines were generated from individuals with the chromosomal disorder Down syndrome (trisomy 21) and the complex (multifactorial) conditions Parkinson disease and juvenile diabetes mellitus. The US researchers used a variation on a relatively new technique, first reported in 2007 (see ) that effectively reprogrammes adult somatic cells (which are specialised cell-types with very limited capacity to form other cell types) to become pluripotent. (PHG Foundation)
Link Between Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes And Neurodegeneration Found Sep 6, 2008
5, 2008) New research from Rhode Island Hospital found that obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) can contribute to mild neurodegeneration with features common with Alzheimer's disease (AD) the first study to show that obesity can cause neurodegeneration ... Moroz, N. et al. Limited Alzheimer-Type Neurodegeneration in Experimental Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. (Science Daily)
Eat more fruits, veggies Sep 5, 2008
You should eat plenty since a high intake of fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases, including stroke, heart hisease, Type 2 diabetes mellitus and certain types of cancers, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005. Replacing high fat desserts and snacks with fruit and vegetables can help control weight, lower blood pressure and cholesterol along with adding antioxidants to your diet. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Generex Biotechnology to Present Abstracts at Scientific Symposium Sep 5, 2008
An abstract, entitled ``Measurement of Serum Fructosamine Concentration is a Low-Cost, Easy-Specimen Handling, and Precise Method to Monitor Glucose Fructosamine in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus,'' will be shown as a poster presentation on September 9, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. CEST. The abstract is co-authored by Doctors J. Guevara-Aguirre, M. Guevara-Aguirre and J. Saavedra of the Institute of Endocrinology IEMYR, Quito, Ecuador, Dr. E. Vidgen of the University of Toronto, Dr. A.L. Rosenbloom of the... (Primezone Releases)
TRANSCEND(TM) Trial Results Presented at European Society of Cardiology Congress and Published in The Lancet Sep 1, 2008
(1) TRANSCEND included 5,926 patients from 40 countries who were at high risk for cardiovascular disease (patients older than 55 years, who have had myocardial infarction, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, stroke or transient ischaemic attacks or suffer from diabetes mellitus and additional risk factors) and intolerant to widely-prescribed ACE inhibitors ... The secondary endpoint in the TRANSCEND trial was the effect of telmisartan treatment on the incidence of newly diagnosed congestive... (PR Newswire)
LETTERS: The Californian, Aug. 27, 2008 Aug 28, 2008
And I can assure you that drugs are not the answer for treating type II diabetes mellitus in the first place. Most unnaturally stimulate the islets and slowly damage the cell membrane and have cardiovascular complications when taken longterm as stated in the New England Journal of Medicine recently for the new generation of diabetic drugs. (North County Times)
Widespread Amyloid Deposition in Transplanted Human Pancreatic Islets Aug 28, 2008
To the Editor: We report on a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus, diagnosed at 16 years of age, in whom widespread amyloid deposits developed many years later in transplanted human islets. The islets were administered through three intraportal infusions: two infusions were administered 4 months apart when the patient was 50 years of age, and one infusion was administered when he was 54 years of age. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Prevalence of prehypertension and its relationship to risk factors for cardiovascular disease in Jamaica: analysis from a cross-sectional survey Aug 28, 2008
2% had diabetes mellitus and 17. 8% smoked cigarettes. (BioMed Central)
A spoonful of honey can work wonders Aug 26, 2008
Though honey is good, it is not suitable for diabetes mellitus patients and baby less than one year old. Of course, you can also have honey together with many other foods such as milk, bread, juice or congee. (Xinhuanet, China)
Preeclampsia and the Risk of Later End-Stage Renal Disease Aug 21, 2008
Having a low-birth-weight or preterm infant increased the relative risk of ESRD. The results were similar after adjustment for possible confounders and after exclusion of women who had kidney disease, rheumatic disease, essential hypertension, or diabetes mellitus before pregnancy. Conclusions Although the absolute risk of ESRD in women who have had preeclampsia is low, preeclampsia is a marker for an increased risk of subsequent ESRD.. (New England Journal of Medicine)
New Way To Grow Human Embryonic Stem Cells Aug 20, 2008
Because of their tremendous potential, hESCs are considered promising sources for future cell therapy to treat diseases such as Parkinson's disease and diabetes mellitus. Noboru Sato, an assistant professor of biochemistry, developed the new method, which is not only cleaner and easier to use than conventional methods of culturing hESCs but also results in hESCs whose pluripotency the potential to differentiate into any of the specialized cells of the body such as neurons, cardiac muscles, and... (Science Daily)
Some Obese Individuals Appear 'Metabolically Healthy,' Without Increased Cardiovascular Risk Aug 13, 2008
"The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, and this epidemic is accompanied by a high incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease," the authors write as background information in one of the articles. Research indicates that in addition to overall obesity, the way body fat is distributed may influence risk for heart disease and diabetes. (Science Daily)
Disease-specific stem cells to boost research Aug 12, 2008
The full list of diseases represented: adenosine deaminase deciency-related severe combined immunodeficiency (ADA-SCID), Shwachman-Bodian-Diamond syndrome (SBDS), Gaucher disease (GD) type III, Duchenne (DMD) and Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD), Parkinson disease (PD), Huntington disease (HD), juvenile-onset, type 1 diabetes mellitus (JDM), Down syndrome (DS)/trisomy 21, and the carrier state of Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. Cell, 2008. (Ars Technica)
WHO increases priority diseases for surveillance Aug 12, 2008
The emerging and re-emerging diseases include severe acute respiratory syndrome, avian and pandemic influenza, lishmaniasis, pertussis, cikungunya fever, non-communicable diseases, hypertension, diabetes mellitus and asthma. Dr Lawson Ahadzie, head of the Disease and Surveillance Unit of the Ghana Health Service, said this at the opening of a two-day meeting of the Unit to revise Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) Technical Guidelines. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
US Immigrant Children May Be Less Physically Active Than US-born Children Aug 7, 2008
"Because of a dramatic increase in the prevalence of childhood obesity and diabetes mellitus during the past two decades, physical activity has assumed an increasingly prominent role in disease prevention and health promotion efforts in the United States and is considered one of the 10 leading health indicators for the nation," according to background information in the article. This has resulted in a closer monitoring of physical activity and sedentary behavior levels in children and adults in... (Science Daily)
Rickets on the rebound: Experts say bone disorder shouldn't stop new mothers from breastfeeding Aug 6, 2008
Breastfeeding also decreases the incidence of infectious diseases in infants, decreases the risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or crib death, and decreases the incidence of Type 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus, lymphoma, leukemia, obesity and more, she said. While (rickets) is not that common, it is a concern. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Miles of Smiles Mobile Clinic up and running Aug 5, 2008
When we can control the bacteria in a person s mouth, we can reduce the risk of other major health threats, such as heart disease, pulmonary (lung) problems, Diabetes Mellitus, weight loss, skin breakdown and pain. When you stop and think about the impact, it s huge. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Arjun Singhs condition stable Aug 3, 2008
Singh, 77, was admitted to the AIIMS on the night of July 30 and was diagnosed with acute cholecystitis, cardio-artery disease, left ventricle failure, diabetes mellitus, diabetic neuropathy and chronic obstructive airway disease. . (Sify.com, India)
Women With Gestational Diabetes At Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes Jul 30, 2008
25, 2008) A dental research team has discovered evidence that pregnant women with periodontal disease are more likely to develop gestational diabetes mellitus than pregnant women with healthy. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Having Fat Friends May Make You Fat as Well: Study Jul 26, 2008
Obesity is a dangerous condition which is linked to the so-called lifestyle diseases like type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, heart disease, poor self-esteem, and a lower health-related quality of life. Sedentary lifestyle practices coupled with a shift in diet to junk foods are the main reason behind this explosion of overweight or obese populations. (News Locale)
Diabetics More Vulnerable To Jul 19, 2008
People with diabetes mellitus are three times more likely to develop active tuberculosis (TB), and it may be to blame for the increasing TB cases in India and China, according to an analysis published in the Public Library of Science (PLoS) journal Medicine ... "The contribution of diabetes to the burden of TB may be even higher in countries such as India and China where the incidence of TB is greater and mean age is lower," said researchers Christie Y Jeon and Megan B Murray in their paper... (Oneindia)
Generex Biotechnology Sponsors Generex Oral-lyn Education & Training Symposium in Middle East Jul 17, 2008
The symposium is being held to provide education and training for Middle Eastern endocrinologists on the treatment of diabetes mellitus using Generex Oral-lyn(tm), the Company's proprietary oral insulin spray product, as well as the Company's proprietary RapidMist(tm) drug delivery device. The symposium will be held at the Sheraton Sednaya Resort, hosted by the Generex MENA office. (Primezone Releases)
Generex Provides Update On Dosing of Patients in Phase III Trial of Generex Oral-lyn Jul 8, 2008
The Phase III study will involve up to 750 patients with Type-1 Diabetes Mellitus centers in the United States, Canada, Russia, and Eastern Europe. The objective of the six-month study is to compare the efficacy of Generex Oral-lyn and the Company's RapidMist(tm) Diabetes Management System with prandial injections of regular human insulin as measured by HbA1c. (Primezone Releases)
New therapeutic options for diabetes-related tissue injury Jul 5, 2008
Toronto, ON, Canada Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by altered glucose tolerance and impaired lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, and is associated with a number of complications directly resulting from hyperglycemiainduced inflammation. Vascular changes in diabetes lead to increased risk of myocardial infarction and stroke due to atherosclerosis, retinopathy, end-stage renal disease, debilitating neuropathies, poor wound healing, enhanced risk of infection, and... (EurekAlert!)
Heavy Birthweight Increases Risk Of Developing Rheumatoid Arthritis Jul 1, 2008
Strong associations between low birth weight and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, coronary heart disease and hypertension have been documented in a number of different populations. Published in 2003, a case-control study of roughly 400 individuals in Sweden identified an association between high birthweight and rheumatoid arthritis. (Science Daily)
10 Percent Of Healthy People In Study Had Injury From 'Silent Strokes' Jun 30, 2008
The factors in the profile are age, systolic blood pressure, antihypertensive therapy, diabetes mellitus, cigarette smoking, cardiovascular disease, left ventricular hypertrophy and atrial fibrillation (AF). All the components of the Framingham Stroke Risk Profile were positively associated with an increased prevalence of SCI. For the first time, researchers found a significant correlation between AF and silent cerebral infarction. (Science Daily)
Prevalence of comorbidity of chronic diseases in Australia Jun 27, 2008
The review focused specifically on the chronic diseases included as national health priorities; arthritis, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes mellitus and mental health problems. Results. (BioMed Central)
Kidney Transplant Patients May Benefit From Going Off Of Certain Immunosuppressive Drugs Jun 25, 2008
However, a trade-off exists, because calcineurin inhibitors are associated with serious adverse effects, including renal dysfunction, infections, cancer, diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular-related events. Therefore, regimens need to be optimized over time so that patients can benefit from the drugs' short-term benefits but not be harmed by their long-term risks. (Science Daily)
Alcohol Abuse Can Damage The Brain By Decreasing Insulin And Insulin-like Growth Factor Receptors Jun 24, 2008
A new study using postmortem human brain tissue has found that chronic alcohol abuse can decrease levels of genes needed for brain cells to respond to insulin/IGF, leading to neurodegeneration similar to that caused by Type 2 diabetes mellitus. See also. (Science Daily)
Primary prevention of diabetes mellitus type 2 and cardiovascular diseases using a cognitive behavior program aimed at lifestyle changes in people at risk: design of a randomized controlled trial Jun 24, 2008
The number of people with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and diabetes mellitus type 2 (T2DM) is growing rapidly. To a large extend, this increase is due to lifestyle-dependent risk factors, such as overweight, reduced physical activity, and an unhealthy diet. (BioMed Central)
Promising Chinese Herbal Targets Identified For Acute Pancreatitis Jun 22, 2008
16, 2007) Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a risk factor for pancreatic cancer which is increasing worldwide. A research group from Turkey has found that the use of a tumor marker, Ca 19-9, in diabetics with a. (Science Daily)
Are your hormones killing you? Jun 22, 2008
Diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases (Hypo and hyperthyroidism), obesity, PCO, hirsutism (beard like hair on the face of a lady) growth disorders, early or late puberty, infertility, impotency, osteoporosis, pituitary and adrenal gland diseases. Setting the hormones right. (India Times, India)
Alcohol linked to brain damage Jun 21, 2008
With the help of postmortem human brain tissue, researchers showed that chronic alcohol abuse can decrease levels of genes needed for brain cells to respond to insulin/IGF, leading to neurodegeneration similar to that caused by Type 2 diabetes mellitus. "Insulin is one of the most important hormones in the body," said Suzanne de la Monte, professor of pathology/ neuropathology and clinical neuroscience at Rhode Island Hospital and the Warren Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University. (Times of India)
Bringing the hospital into the home Jun 13, 2008
Common treatments are for multiple chronic diseases like diabetes mellitus, hypertension as well as oncology cases. The clinic, however, has also noticed that more tourists and younger workers are seeking its services. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Men With Vitamin D Deficiency May Have Increased Risk Of Heart Attack Jun 12, 2008
Men with a vitamin D deficiency (having 15 nanograms per milliliter of blood or less) had an increased risk for heart attack compared with those with a sufficient amount (having 30 nanograms per milliliter of blood or more) of vitamin D. "After additional adjustment for family history of myocardial infarction, body mass index, alcohol consumption, physical activity, history of diabetes mellitus and hypertension, ethnicity, region, marine omega 3 intake, low- and high-density lipoprotein... (Science Daily)
Mitochondrial Dysfunction: The bigger picture Jun 11, 2008
Many diseases such as autism, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, dementia, Alzheimer s disease, Parkinson s disease, epilepsy, stroke, cardiovascular disease and diabetes mellitus may have mitochondrial dysfunction as the underlying cause. Certain stressors and the grouping of vaccinations are also thought to jumpstart the dysfunction. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)
Low Vitamin D Levels May Boost Men's Heart Attack Risk Jun 11, 2008
"After additional adjustment for family history of myocardial infarction, body-mass index, alcohol consumption, physical activity, history of diabetes mellitus and hypertension, ethnicity, region, marine omega-3 intake, low- and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels, this relationship remained significant," the study authors wrote. The findings appear in the June 9 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. (MEDLINEplus)
New Molecular Link Between Diabetes And Kidney Failure Jun 10, 2008
25, 2003) The current screening strategy for kidney disease among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus is missing an estimated 300,000 people in the U.S., according to a study in the June 25 issue of the. . (Science Daily)
Diabetes Boosts Liver Cancer Risk in Hepatitis, Cirrhosis Cases Jun 7, 2008
"The prevalence of diabetes mellitus was 10.5 percent for patients with Ishak fibrosis score 4, 12.5 percent for Ishak-score 5 and 19.1 percent for Ishak-score 6," the researchers wrote. The patients were followed for a median of four years. (MEDLINEplus)
Aliskiren and Dual Therapy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Jun 5, 2008
Volume 358:2503-2505. Julie R. Ingelfinger, M.D.. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Validation of a questionnaire measuring the regulation of autonomic function Jun 5, 2008
Methods: We administered the questionnaire to 440 participants, 316 women and 124 men: 95 patients with breast cancer, 49 with colorectal cancer, 60 with diabetes mellitus, 39 with coronary heart disease, 28 with rheumatological conditions, 32 with Hashimoto's disease, 22 with multiple morbidities and 115 healthy people. We administered the questionnaire a second time to 50. (BioMed Central)
