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Type 2 diabetes may increase glaucoma risk

08/17/2011
Individuals with type 2 diabetes are already known to be at an increased risk of developing retinopathy, a condition that can eventually lead to blindness. Now, new evidence suggests that these individuals may also be prone to open-angle glaucoma.

Going back to school can be difficult for children with type 1 diabetes and their parents

08/17/2011
In a couple of weeks, millions of children across the country will be heading back to school. For those who have type 1 diabetes, this could pose problems for their health.

Women with type 2 diabetes may struggle to conceive, study suggests

08/19/2011
For many women, the greatest aspiration they have in life is to become a mother. However, new evidence suggests that individuals who have type 2 and continue eating unhealthy diets may have a harder time conceiving than most women.

BMI just as effective in assessing type 2 diabetes risk in overweight children

08/19/2011
For years, body mass index, or BMI, has been the gold standard for diagnosing a person's risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, in recent years, research has suggested that waist circumference may provide a more accurate assessment.

Groups dissatisfied with UN efforts to address chronic diseases epidemic

08/19/2011
Members of the United Nations will soon discuss ways the world can address the rising tide of non-communicable diseases like type 2 diabetes, a signal of the major toll the conditions are taking on societies around the world.

Flying may disrupt insulin pump function, study suggests

08/22/2011
Air travel is tough on everyone, but this may be particularly true of individuals with type 1 diabetes. New research suggests that changes in atmospheric pressure while on the plane may upset insulin pumps.

Simple lifestyle changes can help individuals with type 2 diabetes manage their condition

08/22/2011
For individuals who have type 2 diabetes, living a healthy lifestyle is one of the most important things they can do. In particular, it is vital to get plenty of physical activity. This may help them lose some extra pounds and limit their risk of complications.

Many diabetics fail to meet testing guidelines

08/23/2011
Most people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes know that regular testing is a critical part of their ability to control their condition. It is important for them to monitor blood sugar levels to ensure that they do not rise to dangerous levels.

A healthy diet is key to managing type 2 diabetes

08/23/2011
For most people, a type 2 diabetes diagnosis is a life-changing event. The condition plays a central role in the lives of the majority of those who have it. It needs to be a consideration in just about every decision a person makes. This is particularly true when it comes to diet.

Type 2 diabetics can reduce their risk of complications by managing their condition

08/24/2011
Type 2 diabetes, in and of itself, is a difficult condition to live with. It requires extensive testing and treatment as well as changes in lifestyle. People with the disease often feel tired and sluggish. This can prevent them from doing activities they once enjoyed.