News tagged with blood glucose levels
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Tight glycemic control has no proven benefits for children in the cardiac ICU
Although some studies have portrayed tight blood sugar control as a potential means of lowering infection rates in critically ill adults, a new study—led by principal investigator Michael Agus, MD, director of the Medicine ...
Cardiology
Sep 08, 2012 |
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Even small weight gains raise blood pressure in college students
As a college student, you may be happy simply not to have gained the "Freshman 15." But a University of Illinois study shows that as little as 1.5 pounds per year is enough to raise blood pressure in that age group, and the ...
Health
Sep 06, 2012 |
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Measuring glucose without needle pricks
Pricking a finger everyday is just part of everyday life for many diabetes patients. A non-invasive measurement approach could release them from the constant pain of pin pricks. The linchpin is a biosensor ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Sep 04, 2012 |
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Broader approach reveals genetic complexity behind diabetes genes
(Medical Xpress)—Using a new method, diabetes researchers at Lund University, Sweden, have been able to reveal more of the genetic complexity behind type 2 diabetes. The new research findings have been achieved as a result ...
Genetics
Sep 04, 2012 |
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Mobile apps for diabetes present usability issues for older adults
Diabetes is prevalent among adults aged 65 and older and can lead to a number of other serious health issues. Maintaining control of blood glucose levels is one of the most important actions diabetics can take to control ...
Diabetes
Aug 31, 2012 |
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In diabetes, gastric emptying remains stable over time
(HealthDay)—Gastric emptying of solids and liquids and gastrointestinal symptoms remain stable over time in patients with long-term type 1 and type 2 diabetes, according to a study published online Aug. ...
Diabetes
Aug 24, 2012 |
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Real time optical detection of medical biomarkers shows real promise
Through the efforts and successes of University of Cincinnati researchers, we will one day live in a world with inexpensive, portable detection devices for home use. The application of direct concern now ...
Medical research
Aug 20, 2012 |
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Researchers identify gut bacteria linked to obesity and metabolic syndrome
Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have identified 26 species of bacteria in the human gut microbiota that appear to be linked to obesity and related metabolic complications. These include insulin ...
Overweight and Obesity
Aug 15, 2012 |
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Metabolic MAGIC: Meta-analyses reveal new genetic regions influencing blood glucose traits
Researchers have identified 38 new genetic regions that are associated with glucose and insulin levels in the blood. This brings the total number of genetic regions associated with glucose and insulin levels to 53, over half ...
Genetics
Aug 12, 2012 |
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Racial differences in diabetes diagnostic thresholds: study
Healthcare providers should take into account differences among racial groups when using hemoglobin A1C levels to diagnose and monitor diabetes, new research from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center suggests.
Diabetes
Aug 06, 2012 |
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Ginger muscles in on diabetes
(Medical Xpress) -- Ginger, the common spice and ancient Asian remedy, could have the power to help manage the high levels of blood sugar which create complications for long-term diabetic patients, a University of Sydney ...
Diabetes
Aug 06, 2012 |
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In pilot study, a peptide controls blood sugar in people with congenital hyperinsulinism
A pilot study in adolescents and adults has found that an investigational drug shows promise as the first potential medical treatment for children with the severest type of congenital hyperinsulinism, a rare but potentially ...
Diabetes
Aug 01, 2012 |
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Type 2 diabetes: normal glucose levels should be the goal
(Medical Xpress) -- Emory University researchers say normal glucose levels should be the goal for management of patients with early type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and prediabetes.
Diabetes
Aug 01, 2012 |
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Cadmium linked to plaque development in older women
(HealthDay) -- Cadmium levels in blood and urine are independently associated with the development of atherosclerotic plaques in older women, according to a study published online July 20 in the Journal of ...
Medical research
Jul 31, 2012 |
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Men with large waists face an increased risk of frequent urination
Men with large waists urinate more frequently than their slimmer counterparts, according to research in the August issue of the urology journal BJUI.
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Jul 31, 2012 |
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