COVID-19: Are Two Masks Better Than One?
PublishedWhile layering more than one mask may be beneficial, at a certain point the benefits can disappear if it becomes difficult to breathe… Read More “COVID-19: Are Two Masks Better Than One?”
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Scientific research is constantly evolving. Stay up to date and learn about new treatments in the pipeline, research trends, technologies to watch and more.
Doctors Answer Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine
PublishedWe spoke to a virologist and an endocrinologist who should get vaccinated and when, and why some people with diabetes might be hesitant to do so… Read More “Doctors Answer Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine”
Many COVID-19 Survivors in Wuhan Have Lingering Problems
PublishedA new study of people hospitalized in the first COVID-19 outbreak shows long-term health concerns associated with the infection… Read More “Many COVID-19 Survivors in Wuhan Have Lingering Problems”
Expanding Insulin Access: Many Policy Options
PublishedIn a position statement, the Endocrine Society lists ways that lawmakers and others can help make insulin more affordable… Read More “Expanding Insulin Access: Many Policy Options”
COVID-19 Herd Immunity Unlikely This Year
PublishedIt’s doubtful that enough people will be vaccinated by the end of the year to stop the spread of the viral infection, experts say… Read More “COVID-19 Herd Immunity Unlikely This Year”
Report Calls for Action to Reduce Impact of Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals
PublishedFound in many plastics, these chemicals have been linked to diabetes, obesity and infertility… Read More “Report Calls for Action to Reduce Impact of Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals”
FDA Gives Diabetic Kidney Disease Drug Priority Review
PublishedA new drug from Bayer is one step closer to being approved to treat kidney disease in people with diabetes… Read More “FDA Gives Diabetic Kidney Disease Drug Priority Review”
Good News About Finerenone
PublishedA new report indicates that finerenone has heart-protective effects in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes… Read More “Good News About Finerenone”
COVID-19 Vaccine Guidelines Puzzle Some With Type 1 Diabetes
PublishedCurrent guidance from the CDC puts people with type 1 diabetes at a lower priority than those with type 2… Read More “COVID-19 Vaccine Guidelines Puzzle Some With Type 1 Diabetes”
New Recall of Extended-Release Metformin Announced
PublishedFollowing several metformin recalls in 2020, the new year is seeing its first voluntary recall due to concerns about possible contamination… Read More “New Recall of Extended-Release Metformin Announced”
