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FDA Allows Implantable CGM to Integrate With Insulin Pumps
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- Miriam E. Tucker
The Eversense CGM joins Dexcom’s G6 and G7 and the Freestyle Libre 2 Plus in being compatible with multiple different branded insulin pumps.
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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Don’t Raise Thyroid Cancer Risk
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- Miriam E. Tucker
Researchers compared data from 145,410 patients who initiated GLP-1 RAs and 291,667 patients initiating dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP4) inhibitors...
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Metabolite in Red Meat Increases Kidney Disease Risk
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
TMAO, trimethylamine N-oxide, found in animal foods, has been linked to increased risk for CKD and decline in kidney function.
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Statins Raise Diabetes Risk, but CV Benefit Outweighs It
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
An analysis of 23 clinical trials found statins could dose-dependently raise the risk of T2D, but CV improvement was more impactful.
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Higher BMI More CVD Protective in Older Adults With T2D?
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- Miriam E. Tucker
“Personalized treatment plans that account for age-specific BMI cutoffs and other risk factors may enhance patient outcomes and reduce CVD...
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‘From Interpretation to Action’: Using CGM to Manage T2D
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
With CGM, people with diabetes get real-time feedback about the impact of foods on their glucose levels.
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Restrictions Eased on Bariatric Surgery Because of GLP-1 Costs
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
Data do suggest that at least for now, these new agents for treating obesity are not cost-effective, whereas bariatric surgery is.
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Should All Diabetic Ketoacidosis Be Treated the Same?
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
Despite differences in the degree of diabetic ketoacidosis between those with type 2 vs type 1 diabetes, the same protocols are recommended for...
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Is a 1-Hour Glucose Test Better at Predicting T2D Risk?
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- Miriam E. Tucker
Those with a 1-hour value greater than or equal to 209 mg/dL are considered to have type 2 diabetes; a fasting glucose test or A1c value may not...
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Diabetes Complication Risk Larger in US Small Towns
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
Where a patient lives impacts the rate of diabetes complications, study suggests.
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FDA Removes Harmful Chemicals From Food Packaging
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
The “major source of dietary exposure to PFAS from food packaging” is being eliminated.
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FDA Warns Against Using Unauthorized Glucose Monitors
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
These devices have not been evaluated by the FDA for safety and effectiveness, and may result in inaccurate blood glucose measurements.
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‘Deep Phenotyping’ Identifies Abnormalities in ME/CFS
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
Underlying pathophysiology shows autonomic, immune, and metabolic dysfunction.
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Can Gargling With Mouthwash Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes?
- Author:
- Miriam E. Tucker
Gargling with mouthwash several times daily can reduce bacteria in the mouth, and potentially reduce A1c levels, study finds.
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Statement: Prioritize Patient Experience in Diabetes Care
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- Miriam E. Tucker
To be effective, evolving tools to support patient-centered care cannot be burdensome for people with diabetes or the healthcare provider.