Alzheimer’s origin story is about metabolism and lifestyle, scientists contend
Alzheimer’s Disease is increasingly being referred to as insulin resistance of the brain, or Type 3 diabetes, a research team says.
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Prediabetes in seniors doesn’t usually predict progression, study finds
Older adults were more likely to either regain normal glucose regulation or to die during a six-year follow-up than to become diabetic, the researchers report.
New diabetes cases linked to COVID-19
Some cases of type 1 and type 2 diabetes are occurring in COVID-19 patients who have no known risk factors or prior health concerns, according to a report.
Among short-lived diabetes treatments, a combo therapy lasts
Dual treatment with the glucose-lowering drugs dapagliflozin and exenatide remains effective for patients with diabetes after two years of continual use, according to the results of a late-stage clinical trial.
Metformin may slow cognitive decline in people with diabetes
Researchers have found new potential for a safe and widely used medication. The discovery could be “life-changing” for patients at risk of dementia, they say.
Clinical Briefs for Wednesday, November 20
Wearable glucose monitors could help cognitively impaired seniors manage diabetes … Study reveals what motivates seniors to use fitness trackers … Digital sepsis monitoring system shown to save lives … Sugar binges linked to inflammatory bowel disease
Clinical Briefs for Monday, November 18
Common cognitive disorder often misdiagnosed as dementia … Belly fat finding may lead way to age-related metabolic disease prevention … Older adults have less diabetes distress, better blood sugar control … Nurse staffing shortage expected to get worse
Advances in diabetes care giving insulin users better blood sugar control
An expert panel has proposed post-meal strategies for people using insulin to control diabetes.
Hormone injection gives bariatric residents non-surgical alternative
A hormone treatment has been shown to lower obese individuals’ glucose levels and weight, and may prove a viable alternative to bariatric surgery.
Adapter Connects glucose monitors to iPhones and iPads
Glooko Inc. recently launched its Glooko IR Adapter. The product lets Accu-Check users track their blood glucose levels on iPhones and iPods. Patients can add notes and export their records to share with their doctors. Consumers can download their blood glucose readings seamlessly and within seconds.
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