Diabetes
From the Journals
Gestational hypertension-diabetes combo signals CVD risk
Having both hypertensive disorders and diabetes while pregnant ups later cardiovascular risk, suggesting greater care is needed when these...
Feature
The TikTok trend that triggered a diabetes drug shortage
Variety dubbed Ozempic “the worst kept secret in Hollywood – especially given that its most enthusiastic users are not prediabetic and do not...
News
With type 1 diabetes delay possible, focus now on screening
The FDA approval of teplizumab for the delay of type 1 diabetes highlights the need to cost effectively identify those at risk who could...
From the Journals
Both potatoes and beans reduced insulin resistance, weight in controlled study
Randomized trial showed similar effects on insulin resistance and weight after 8 weeks of a potato-based or bean-based diet.
From the Journals
New genetic variant linked to maturity-onset diabetes of the young
The reported variant in Greenlandic Inuit individuals has the largest population impact of any previously reported variant within a MODY gene.
Feature
Will ICER review aid bid for Medicare to pay for obesity drugs?
An influential group urges both a reduction in costs of certain obesity medicines and expanded insurance coverage of them. The recommendations are...
From the Journals
Night lights in the city link to increased risk of diabetes
Impairment in glucose homeostasis and indicators of diabetes were significantly correlated with higher amounts of exposure to outdoor artificial...
Feature
Medical school culinary medicine programs grow despite limited funding
As part of Dr. Marvasti’s program, students learn cooking fundamentals through chef demonstrations and hands-on practice – to teach students how...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves first-ever agent to delay type 1 diabetes onset
Teplizumab delayed progression to clinical type 1 diabetes by about 2 years compared with placebo in individuals destined to develop the condition...
Applied Evidence
Make room for continuous glucose monitoring in type 2 diabetes management
Here’s how the various devices can be used to reach an individualized target of glycemic control and what reimbursement to expect from insurers....
Commentary
New recommendations for hyperglycemia management
These are incredibly important guidelines that provide a clear algorithm for a personalized approach to diabetes management.