One-Time Endoscopic Treatment Might Replace Insulin for People With Type 2 Diabetes
MONDAY, May 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Could a one-hour procedure that involves zapping a part of the intestines mean no more insulin for millions of folks with type 2 diabetes?Maybe, according to a small study scheduled for presentation next week at…
Learn MoreWeight-Loss Surgery Might Reverse the Nerve Damage That Diabetes Brings
WEDNESDAY, April 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) — While the immediate goal of bariatric surgery is to help obese patients shed significant weight, new research shows it may also reduce diabetes complications, including nerve damage.Investigators followed …
Learn MoreSpinal Cord Stimulation May Ease Diabetic Neuropathy
WEDNESDAY, March 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Electrical stimulation from a spinal cord implant can provide long-lasting relief for people with diabetic neuropathy, updated clinical trial results show.“Two years after starting with using that stimulato…
Learn MoreType 1 Diabetes and Use of ‘Off-Label’ Drugs: Benefits, but Concerns, Too
MONDAY, Feb. 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — While people with type 1 diabetes can see some benefit from newer medications prescribed off-label, there is also risk, and these patients should be monitored closely, according to a new study.Type 1 diabetes …
Learn MoreA1C: What Is It, and What Does It Mean for Your Heart?
SUNDAY, Feb. 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) — You might think about cholesterol when you consider your cardiovascular health.It’s also important to consider your A1C levels.Sugar is just as bad for your heart as cholesterol — if not worse, said Dr. Danie…
Learn MoreLa vacuna contra la gripe podría salvarles la vida a las personas con afecciones crónicas
MIÉRCOLES, 8 de febrero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Se prevé que la temporada de gripe de EE. UU. se alargue hasta la primavera, y los expertos señalan que no es demasiado tarde para vacunarse contra la gripe.La temporada de la gripe del año pasado fu…
Learn MoreFlu Shot Could Be a Lifesaver for Folks With Chronic Ills
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 8, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. flu season is expected to extend into spring, and experts say it’s not too late to get a flu shot. Last year’s flu season was mild, but this season has already seen triple the number of flu-related …
Learn MoreOzempic: Dieters Who Use Scarce Diabetes Drug Could Face Side Effects
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Mila Clarke started taking Ozempic in 2020 to help manage her diabetes, but was pleasantly surprised to find herself soon shedding pounds.“I was like, this is really weird because I’m not having to try very …
Learn MoreUn sistema de páncreas artificial podría ayudar a las personas con diabetes tipo 2
VIERNES, 13 de enero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Hace mucho que se considera que un páncreas artificial es el santo grial para las personas con diabetes tipo 1, y una nueva investigación sugiere que una versión más cómoda de esta tecnología podría ayu…
Learn MoreArtificial Pancreas Device May Help Folks With Type 2 Diabetes
FRIDAY, Jan. 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — An artificial pancreas has long been considered the holy grail for people with type 1 diabetes, and new research suggests a more convenient version of this technology may help the millions of people living wit…
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