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New glycemic profile may aid in developing diabetic diets for individuals with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes

06/29/2011
Many physicians recommend that their patients with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes consume a diabetic diet in order to help them manage their blood sugar levels and lose weight.

Researchers find that a chemical injection reverses type 1 diabetes in mice

06/30/2011
People who have type 1 diabetes are familiar with injections. Many of them use insulin shots multiple times throughout the day in order to maintain healthy blood glucose levels.

A combination of a diabetic diet and metformin may be a cost-effective way to treat individuals with pre-diabetes

06/30/2011
Due to the growing prevalence of pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes in the U.S., many medical experts have investigated ways to help reduce the financial burden that this trend places on the country's healthcare system.

Lucentis treatment may help people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes improve vision

07/04/2011
Many patients who have type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes are warned that poor diabetes management can result in serious health complications, including blindness.

Alabama summer camp caters to kids with type 1 diabetes

07/04/2011
Although medical advancements have helped make diabetes management easier for individuals who are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at a young age, some of these children may need extra help or encouragement in order to cope with their disease.

Insulin-pump maker helps boy with type 1 diabetes begin a diabetes awareness tour

07/05/2011
Although individuals with type 1 diabetes account for only 5 percent of the U.S. diabetic population, one out of every 400 children and adolescents is affected by the disease, according to the American Diabetes Association.

Collaborative care may be a good treatment model for patients with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes

07/05/2011
Individuals who are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes may find it overwhelming to establish a treatment plan and schedule appointments with primary care physicians, dietitians as well as foot and eye doctors.

Diabetes management may be a 24/7 job for individuals living with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes

07/06/2011
Many people who want to lose weight allow themselves so-called cheat days during which they can stray from their strict diet or exercise regimen. However, this strategy may not apply to individuals who have type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes.

Adjustments to aspirin doses may help individuals with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes avoid heart complications

07/06/2011
Individuals who have type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes may have to take multiple diabetes medications in order to manage their blood sugar levels. However, upping their daily doses of aspirin may be a simple way for people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes to protect their heart health.

Proper disease education may not lead to healthier lifestyles among patients with type 2 diabetes

07/07/2011
Due to the serious complications that can occur if individuals with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes do not practice proper diabetes management, many physicians ensure that their patients have all of the information they need to live a healthy lifestyle.