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Study: Cost of treating diabetes to triple by 2034

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:56:40 GMT

The number of Americans with diabetes will nearly double in the next 25 years, and the costs of treating them will triple, according to a new report.

8 common diabetes questions answered

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:36:06 GMT

Nearly 24 million Americans have diabetes; another 57 million have prediabetes, a precursor to the disease. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that if the diabetes epidemic continues, one in three Americans will develop it in his or her lifetime.

Diabetes drug Byetta tied to kidney problems, says FDA

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:08:13 GMT

People with type 2 diabetes who are taking the blood-sugar-lowering drug Byetta may be at increased risk for kidney problems, including kidney failure, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported this week.

Lab-created skin helps wounds heal

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:26:38 GMT

Adell Tomas, who lives outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, admits she has a weight problem: Ten years ago, she tipped the scales at more than 300 pounds. Because of her obesity, she developed high blood pressure, arthritis and type 2 diabetes. She says she just didn't take care of herself.

An uphill battle to combat Latino childhood obesity

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:19:16 GMT

When she was about 8, Frida Sepulveda developed dark folds of skin around her neck. It's a well-known warning sign of type 2 diabetes.

Mom, babies benefit from treating pregnancy-related diabetes

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:51:36 GMT

Women who develop a mild case of gestational diabetes during pregnancy tend to have fewer complications and healthier babies if the diabetes is treated, according to the first large-scale randomized trial in the U.S. to address whether such treatment leads to health benefits for mother and child.

Undocumented patients wary of offers to return to home countries

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:45:13 GMT

Going back to Mexico is not an option, said the 43-year-old man, kneeling next to his wife's wheelchair.

Mediterranean diet can stave off need for diabetes drugs

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:18:29 GMT

Studies already suggest that the Mediterranean diet -- rich in fish, fruits, nuts, and olive oil -- can prevent second heart attacks, delay Alzheimer's disease, and maybe even lower your cancer risk.

Study: Better diabetes control pays off over decades

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:05:47 GMT

Regina Regazzi, a 38-year-old New Yorker, is one of the lucky ones. Found to have type 1 diabetes as a child, she has remained relatively free of complications and continues to lead a healthy, active lifestyle. In fact, this executive recruiter has even run several marathons.

Experts urge new screening for diabetes

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:09:59 GMT

A diabetes test that measures a person's average blood glucose control over the preceding two to three months is being recommended as the new diagnostic tool for the condition.