Archive for February, 2006

Treatment For diabetes Which Promises To End insulin Jabs

Monday, February 27th, 2006

A REVOLUTIONARY treatment for diabetes which promises to end the need for patients to inject themselves with insulin could be available in Edinburgh within the year.

Juvenile Diabetes Has Risen Ten Times In Teens Under 16

Monday, February 27th, 2006

The number of children with type 2 diabetes, which normally presents in middle-aged people, has risen ten-fold in the past five years.

Better Diabetes Control Improves Memory

Saturday, February 25th, 2006

We keep on hearing about more and more research showing the link between controlling your blood sugar and having a better memory.

Potatoes Increase Insulin Resistance And Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Saturday, February 25th, 2006

The researchers at Harvard University found that a modest positive association between the consumption of potatoes and the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. This association was more pronounced when potatoes were substituted for whole grains.

Contact Lenses Which Measure Blood Sugar Level

Friday, February 24th, 2006

Diabetics could soon be wearing contact lenses that warn them when their blood sugar level is dangerously high or low.

Blood Glucose Monitor for Dogs and Cats

Friday, February 24th, 2006

Dogs and cats get diabetes too. That’s why Abbott Laboratories announced the launch of the AlphaTRAK, billing it as the first complete hand-held blood glucose monitoring system for dogs and cats.

Diabetic? Immediately Teach Your Kids To Call 911

Friday, February 24th, 2006

Here is a real life story which reveal that, calling 911 in emergencies may save lives.

High-Fat Western-Style Diet May Increase the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Thursday, February 23rd, 2006

Researchers say they have discovered how a high-fat Western-style diet may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes is a Bonafide Epidemic

Thursday, February 23rd, 2006

New Yorker Michael Ferdinand used to play hockey, football and basketball, but now his body is being quietly ruined by the city’s biggest health challenge of the 21st Century: diabetes.

Insulin Via Nasal Spray Using Yeast

Thursday, February 23rd, 2006

Diabetes patients could be able to receive insulin via a nasal spray using yeast, scientists believe.