On February 19, Abbott announced a recall of FreeStyle and FreeStyle Flash blood glucose meters, which may produce low blood sugar results incorrectly when used with...
Type 1 Diabetes News
Type 1 Diabetes is a chronic condition in which your body loses the ability to produce insulin, which is necessary for most cells to convert food into energy and regulate blood sugar levels.
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Where are we on the road to curing type 1 diabetes? Read about our eBook with the American Diabetes Association, with great inspiration from JDRF and the Helmsley...
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On June 18, the American Medical Association (AMA) officially adopted policy recognizing obesity as a disease. Although the decision does not have legal force, some...
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On October 3, Orexigen announced that it submitted Contrave (naltrexone/bupropion) to the European Medicine Agency for weight loss management. Assuming a successful...
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A game-changing therapy for type 2 diabetes? Plus, the latest on predictive low glucose suspend, faster insulin, and a better Bydureon.
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On December 9, Sanofi launched the second Partners in Patient Health (PIPH) Innovation Challenge on “Co-Creating for Breakthroughs: Moving toward a collaborative...
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At ADA this year, type 2 drugs for type 1 diabetes show lots of promise. Plus, the latest exciting data on the Medtronic Veo and hypoglycemia.
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Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a complication that will affect about 60-70% of all people who have diabetes at some point in their lifetime. DPN causes reduced...
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Beating challenging meals and winter weather – simple tips for better blood sugars and health in 2014.
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Twitter: Livongo for Diabetes cloud-connected meter connects users to virtual care team, has algorithm-based feedback and built-in activity monitor Livongo Health...
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How many different factors can affect blood glucose? See the 22 things that can change your blood sugar in the short-term...
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The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has released its new data on the state of diabetes in the United States, providing an update on its 2011 National Diabetes Fact...
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Twitter summary: Dexcom announces “Software 505” for CGM users – FREE download that improves accuracy to 9% vs. fingersticks, available now! In unexpected news, Dexcom...
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Getting to goal – the four biggest game-changers for improving my diabetes management.
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The hope and hype of curing diabetes with stem cells – our take on the Harvard research and more.
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Twitter summary: Growing up with #diabetes can be complicated. What Drs. Peters and Laffel recommend, and how it relates to a new ENDO toolkit On July 29, the Endocrine...
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Expert Dr. Irl Hirsch’s eight tips for managing diabetes on a budget.
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On May 7, the FDA draft guidance for blood glucose monitoring at home and at healthcare facilities closed for comment – although that didn’t stop the 556 people from...
