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Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder typically diagnosed in children, teens and young adults, but it can develop at any age. Learn about the signs and symptoms of this condition and get expert guidance on blood sugar monitoring, medication, meal planning and more.
Both High and Low Glucose Linked to Dementia Risk in Type 1
Older adults with type 1 diabetes may be at greater risk for dementia if they experience severely high or low blood glucose levels, according to a new study… Read More “Both High and Low Glucose Linked to Dementia Risk in Type 1”
New Insights Into Fracture Risk in Type 1 Diabetes
People who have type 1 diabetes (T1D) are at greater risk of having bone fractures. But why? New research reveals some clues… Read More “New Insights Into Fracture Risk in Type 1 Diabetes”
Reducing Diabetes Distress Improves Glucose Control in Type 1
Worrying less about your diabetes actually leads to better blood glucose control in people with type 1, according to the results of a new study… Read More “Reducing Diabetes Distress Improves Glucose Control in Type 1”
High-Protein Diet Linked to Greater Glucose Stability in Type 1
In a recent study, reducing carbohydrate and increasing protein in the diet had short-term benefits for type 1 diabetes… Read More “High-Protein Diet Linked to Greater Glucose Stability in Type 1”
Estimated A1C Different From Actual A1C
Finding that the estimated A1C from your CGM is different from your actual A1C? Find out why this might be… Read More “Estimated A1C Different From Actual A1C”
Perspectives on the Pandemic: T1D and Family
When I wanted to know how other T1D women with children were feeling about isolating with their families, all I had to do was ask… Read More “Perspectives on the Pandemic: T1D and Family”
Increased Risk of Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Type 1 Diabetes
Children who have type 1 diabetes are at a greater risk for developing neurology development disorders, also known as neurodevelopmental disorders, and the risk is even greater for those with a high HbA1c.. Read More “Increased Risk of Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Type 1 Diabetes”
Type 1 Diabetes Linked to Musculoskeletal Conditions
Frozen shoulder and carpal tunnel syndrome are among the potential complications of type 1 diabetes, according to new research… Read More “Type 1 Diabetes Linked to Musculoskeletal Conditions”
New Insulin and Pramlintide Combination Improves Blood Glucose in Type 1
A premixed blend of the two drugs was an effective alternative to separate injections in newly released study results… Read More “New Insulin and Pramlintide Combination Improves Blood Glucose in Type 1”
Diabetic Ketoacidosis Hospital Readmission Isn’t Uncommon in Type 1
Adults with type 1 diabetes who were hospitalized for diabetic ketoacidosis were back in the hospital within a month in about 1 in 5 cases, a new study finds… Read More “Diabetic Ketoacidosis Hospital Readmission Isn’t Uncommon in Type 1”
