Most Diabetic Retinopathy Information on the Internet Isn’t Helpful: Study
Many websites have information about diabetic retinopathy that’s either inaccurate or too simple or complex to be useful, according to a new study…
Diabetic Complications
There are several health-related complications associated with diabetes. Learn about eye and dental care, diabetic neuropathy, heart disease and get the tools you need to prevent these potential complications.
Better Treatment for Type 1 Diabetes
“There’s more to treating type 1 diabetes than just bringing down high blood sugar,” say Vanberilt University researchers after a groundbreaking discovery…
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Type 2 Diabetes: 55% of Patients Globally Have NAFLD
Fifty-five percent of people worldwide who have type 2 diabetes also have NAFLD, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, according to a new study…
Heart Benefits of Diabetes Drugs May Not Extend to African-Americans
A new study indicates that the heart benefits of certain classes of diabetes drugs might not extend to African-Americans…
FDA Approves Nine Generic Neuropathy Drugs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first generic versions of Lyrica (generic name pregabalin), a popular medicine used for nerve pain from neuropathy (nerve damage)…
Exercise Improves Brain Function in Overweight People: Study
New findings from the University of Tübingen in Germany show that exercise improves brain function in overweight and obese individuals…
“Alarming” Complications in Youth With Type 2 Diabetes
Young people with type 2 diabetes are experiencing troubling complications at young ages, according to data from the TODAY2 trial…
Kidney Disease Risk in Type 1 Diabetes Tied to Blood Pressure, Glucose Levels
In a new study, a variety of medical and social factors were tied to markers of kidney disease…
App Offers Diabetic Retinopathy Risk Assessment
Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness among working-age adults in the United States. Now, an app from researchers in Iceland can help users identify their personal risk score for retinopathy…
Diabetic Neuropathy Can Affect Driving
Drivers with diabetic peripheral neuropathy drive more slowly and are at heightened risk for losing control of their vehicle compared to those without the condition…
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