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Flashpoints
Diabetes Flashpoints dives into controversies—on diet, drugs, and even what kind of coffee cup to use!—and lets you share your voice.
Gluten During Pregnancy Tied to Children’s Diabetes Risk
A new study shows a relationship between a pregnant woman’s gluten intake and her child’s later risk of developing Type 1 diabetes. Should gluten be restricted during pregnancy? Read More “Gluten During Pregnancy Tied to Children’s Diabetes Risk”
Antibiotics and Type 1 Diabetes Risk
A recent study of mice shows that a single dose of antibiotics early on can raise the risk of diabetes. What does this mean for you? Read More “Antibiotics and Type 1 Diabetes Risk”
Oral Insulin: Inching Closer to Reality
Several different research teams are working to create an effective insulin pill. Learn about ongoing research into oral insulin… Read More “Oral Insulin: Inching Closer to Reality”
Rapid HbA1c Test Approved for Diabetes Diagnosis
The new rapid HbA1c test by Abbott will be available later in 2018… Read More “Rapid HbA1c Test Approved for Diabetes Diagnosis”
Vaccine Leads to Lasting Improvement in Type 1 Diabetes
In a small study, participants had lower blood glucose levels eight years after receiving the treatment… Read More “Vaccine Leads to Lasting Improvement in Type 1 Diabetes”
Higher Diabetes Risk Seen in Lesbian and Bisexual Women
A new study finds that women who identify as lesbian or bisexual are 27 percent more likely to get Type 2 diabetes. What explains this increased risk? Read More “Higher Diabetes Risk Seen in Lesbian and Bisexual Women”
Blood Pressure Targets In Type 2 Diabetes: How Low Should They Go?
Two recent studies give conflicting impressions of intensive blood pressure control in people with Type 2 diabetes. How low should blood pressure targets be? Read More “Blood Pressure Targets In Type 2 Diabetes: How Low Should They Go?”
Study Links Artificial Sweeteners to Diabetes and Obesity
A new study finds that both sugar and zero-calorie substitutes may lead to diabetes and other health problems… Read More “Study Links Artificial Sweeteners to Diabetes and Obesity”
How Estrogen Therapy Might Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk
A recent study shows that estrogen can have potentially beneficial effects on glucose-regulating hormones in both mice and human cells. Read More “How Estrogen Therapy Might Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk”
