Diabetes linked to hip and non-vertebral bone fractures
Bone density and bone strength assessments should be a routine part of diabetes care, say researchers.
Diabetes
One in ten with diabetes die within week of COVID-19 hospitalization: Weight a key factor
Researchers have linked higher BMI in diabetes to adverse COVID-19 outcomes in hospitalized patients.
High-quality carbs linked to lowered diabetes risk
A new study highlights the importance of distinguishing between dietary carbohydrates from high- and low-quality sources, say investigators.
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, May 21
Monitoring, maintaining heart health may protect against cognitive decline … Most critically ill New York COVID-19 patients older men with comorbidities: study … Higher dietary fiber improves life expectancy in diabetes … COVID-19 vaccines offer immunity in animal study
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, May 14
Mental health problems may be new normal for healthcare workers during pandemic … Adults with cancer appear more vulnerable to COVID-19 … Study confirms diabetes 3c diagnosis tied to pancreatic cancer … Doctors struggle to decide which COVID-19 patients should get remdesivir
Two-in-one shot may help better control blood sugar in diabetes, say researchers
Investigators have created a protective coating that wraps around insulin and amylin molecules, allowing them to coexist in a single syringe or insulin pump.
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, May 5
CMS creates an independent COVID-19 response commission for nursing homes … Therapy providers get the green light to provide Medicare telehealth services … Lowered lean body mass raises diabetes risk in men, but not women: study
Clinical Briefs for Monday, April 27
Globally, risk of death from COVID-19 is 50% higher in elderly with diabetes … COVID-19 has disproportionate effect on long-term care: study … Ensuring safety, education key in mitigating stress during pandemic, expert says … Insulin sensitivity determines body weight and weight-loss potential
Well-managed diabetes reduces COVID-19 complication risks, say experts
Having diabetes does not increase the odds of contracting the coronavirus. But proper management may lead to better outcomes for those who do.
Clinical Briefs for Wednesday, April 15
AAN, American Red Cross release disaster preparedness tips for frontline care providers … No-cost virtual wound care model open to skilled nursing facilities … Combo drug therapy ‘strongly recommended’ for COPD patients with exercise intolerance … Newer treatments may benefit people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease
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