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Nurse of the Year honoured for diabetes work
A nurse from Hertfordshire won the coveted ‘Nurse of the Year’ title at the inaugural General Practice Awards 2012 for her work with diabetics read more
Source: Nursing in Practice - November 2, 2012 Category: Nursing Authors: lnaughton Tags: Professional Editor ' s pick Source Type: news

Couples’ Sexual Relationships Can Suffer During IVF, Study Finds
Technical focus on getting pregnant may interfere with pleasure, romance
Source: Fertility News - Doctors Lounge - November 2, 2012 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: webmaster at doctorslounge.com Tags: Endocrinology, Family Medicine, Nursing, Psychiatry, Reproductive Medicine, Fertility, News, Source Type: news

US Drug Watchdog Urges Now Urges Family Members Of A Diabetic User Of...
The US Drug Watchdog is now urging diabetics who used the diabetes drug called Actos to contact the Johnson Law Group for their suburb legal skills-if they developed bladder cancer. The US Drug...(PRWeb November 02, 2012)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/11/prweb10085353.htm
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - November 2, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

When considering bariatric surgery, think about bones
Bariatric surgery, which significantly curtails the amount of food a person can eat, is the most effective treatment against obesity and is being recognized as a potentially valuable tool in the fight against diabetes related to obesity. It is being performed on increasing numbers of people worldwide, including teenagers. Unfortunately, some types of bariatric surgery may also cause bone loss, a cause for concern, particularly when carried out on young people who have not yet reached their peak bone mass, say endocrinologists who have just published a new review.
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - November 2, 2012 Category: Science Source Type: news

For National Diabetes Month, NIH urges actions to reach health goals
In observance of National Diabetes Month, including World Diabetes Day on Nov. 14, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) urges people to take action and make simple but important lifestyle changes to achieve their health goals -- whether they have diabetes or are at risk for the disease.
Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases - November 2, 2012 Category: American Health Source Type: news

SfE respond to article in The Independent on bisphenol A
The Society for Endocrinology has written to The Independent concerning an article that appeared online on 30 October which implied that the substance bisphenol A causes breast cancer. The convenors of the SfE Endocrine Disruptors Special Interest Group, Prof Richard Sharpe and Prof Ieuan Hughes, wrote: "The article entitled ?Breast cancer charity calls for ban on food packaging chemical? which appeared online in The Independent on Tuesday 30 October contains a number of misleading assumptions and we are concerned that the article may cause unnecessary worry to breast cancer patients and women generally. "There is curre...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 2, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Fracture risk and zoledronic acid therapy in men with osteoporosis: RCT (NeLM News Service, 1 November 2012)
An international study published in The New England Journal of Medicine assesses the antifracture efficacy of zolendronic acid for osteoporosis in men. Full article
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 2, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Tea cuts bowel cancer risk
Conclusion This study has strengths: it included a large sample of almost 70,000 Chinese women it followed them up for 11 years it reliably collected data on lifestyle factors and cancer outcomes it had high participation rates at all follow-up points Importantly, the researchers have also adjusted their analyses for sociodemographic, lifestyle and medical factors which could have a potential confounding influence on cancer risk. Further to this, the study benefits from studying only a non-smoking, non-drinking population of women: tea drinking may be related to smoking and alcohol intake, which are well establis...
Source: NHS News Feed - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cancer Food/diet Source Type: news

Anti-Mullerian Hormone and Ovarian FunctionAnti-Mullerian Hormone and Ovarian Function
This hormone is commonly used to identify response to IVF. What else does it reveal? Clinical Endocrinology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news

Do Retail Clinics Disrupt Doctor-Patient Relationships?
A new RAND Corporation study examining the impact of retail medical clinics on the receipt of primary medical care finds mixed evidence about whether the clinics may disrupt doctor-patient relationships. The study found that people who visit retail medical clinics are less likely to return to a primary care physician for future illnesses and have less continuity of care. However, there was no evidence retail medical clinics disrupted preventive medical care or management of diabetes, two important measures of quality of primary care...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Primary Care / General Practice Source Type: news

Power Slowly Returns to Much of Northeast After Sandy
Title: Power Slowly Returns to Much of Northeast After SandyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/2/2012 10:06:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Diabetes General - November 2, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

With Diabetes, Boosting Exercise Should Be Done Safely
Title: With Diabetes, Boosting Exercise Should Be Done SafelyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/1/2012 6:06:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Diabetes General - November 2, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Fewer U.S. Kids Dying of Diabetes: CDC
Title: Fewer U.S. Kids Dying of Diabetes: CDCCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/1/2012 4:06:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 11/2/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Diabetes General - November 2, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Lack Of Guidance For Patients Newly Diagnosed With Diabetes
Patients newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes feel "left in the dark" and unsure what they can and can't eat whilst sometimes waiting months to receive diabetes education, according to a new study published online in the journal Primary Health Care Research & Development. The research carried out by Dr Michelle McKinley and colleagues at Queen's University Belfast, explored the views of people recently diagnosed with diabetes and discovered that whilst waiting for a referral to a diabetes education programme, they received little or no information about what to eat...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes Source Type: news

Dog-Lovers Beware: Obese Dogs At Risk Of Health Condition Experienced By Humans
Veterinary scientists at the University of Liverpool have found that, like humans, obese dogs can experience metabolic syndrome, a condition that describes multiple health issues that occur in the body at the same time. The condition occurs when a number of health problems, such as increased blood glucose and increased cholesterol levels, develop together, with the potential to increase the risk of other diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Veterinary Source Type: news

Researchers Discover 71 New Human Genes Associated with Bowel Diseases
Source: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases - Related MedlinePlus Pages: Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Sam Talbot Shares Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
"The Sweet Life" author has lots to say about health, wellness, and good eating.
Source: WebMD Health - November 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Tight glycemic control no help immediately after kidney transplant
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For diabetic kidney recipients, early intensive glycemic control might reduce delayed graft function (DGF) but with a higher risk of rejection, researchers say.
Source: Modern Medicine - November 2, 2012 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: news

BMJ editorial: Appropriate use of HbA1c in the diagnosis of diabetes
Source: BMJ Area: News This editorial in the BMJ discusses the recommendation in 2011 by the World Health Organisation that measurement of HbA1c should be used instead of blood glucose for diagnosing diabetes. This recommendation was included within a recent UK public health guidance for the identification of people at high risk of diabetes and a UK expert advisory body convened by the Department of Health has, after an extended period of consultation, now stated how the WHO recommendations should be implemented. The editorial discusses the pros and cons of the use of HbA1c and warns that there are clinical cir...
Source: NeLM - News - November 2, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

Horizon scanning: Glybera® (alipogene tiparvovec), first gene therapy approved in EU for treatment of patients with lipoprotein lipase deficiency and recurring acute pancreatitis
Source: PharmaLive Area: News Glybera® (alipogene tiparvovec), has becomes the first gene therapy approved by the European Commission for the treatment of adult patients diagnosed with familial lipoprotein lipase deficiency (LPLD) and suffering from severe or multiple pancreatitis attacks despite dietary fat restrictions. The diagnosis of LPLD has to be confirmed by genetic testing. The indication is restricted to patients with detectable levels of LPL protein. LPLD is a very rare, inherited disease, caused by mutations in the LPL gene, resulting in highly decreased or absent activity of LPL enzyme in patients...
Source: NeLM - News - November 2, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

Evidence summaries-new medicine: Insulin degludec
Source: NICE Area: Evidence > Drug Specific Reviews 'Evidence summaries: new medicines' are provided to help commissioners, budget holders and groups such as Area Prescribing Committees to make informed decisions and aid local planning on the introduction of key new medicines. They are quality-assured summaries of the best available evidence for selected new medicines, or existing medicines with new indications or a new formulation, that are considered to be of significance to the NHS. The topics selected are medicines that have recently gone into the UK market, or medicines that may be marketed in the UK in the next ...
Source: NeLM - Drug Specific Reviews - November 2, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

Transplantation issues: Kidney donors and children in need of transplants
(American Society of Nephrology) Some kidney donors have an increased risk of developing high blood pressure after donation.Individuals with prediabetes can safely donate kidneys without increasing their risk of developing diabetes or kidney failure. Among children with advanced kidney disease, blacks and Hispanics are less likely than whites to receive optimal care.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - November 2, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

When considering bariatric surgery think about bones
(Research Australia) Bariatric surgery, which significantly curtails the amount of food a person can eat, is the most effective treatment against obesity and is being recognized as a potentially valuable tool in the fight against diabetes related to obesity. It is being performed on increasing numbers of people worldwide, including teenagers.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - November 2, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Missed Opportunities for Providing Low-Fat Dietary Advice to People With Diabetes
Source: CDC Preventing Chronic Disease - November 1, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

With Diabetes, Boosting Exercise Should Be Done Safely
Certain precautions can help reduce risk of dangerously low blood sugar, experts say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Diabetes Type 1, Diabetes Type 2, Exercise and Physical Fitness
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Diabetes Mortality in Youth Has Dropped, but Concern RemainsDiabetes Mortality in Youth Has Dropped, but Concern Remains
The overall death rate dropped over the course of 4 decades, but recent trends show a slowed decline and an increase in older youth. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology News Source Type: news

Drug Eases Stem Cell Calcium Complication
(MedPage Today) -- Denosumab (Prolia) may help get calcium levels under control when stem cell transplant for osteopetrosis overstimulates receptor activation, a case series suggested.
Source: MedPage Today Endocrinology - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Long-Term Survival Better After Bypass Surgery Than Angioplasty in Diabetic Patients
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Source: Diabetes News from dLife.com - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: dlife Source Type: news

Secret to Losing Weight? Look in the Freezer, Says Loyola Physician
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Source: Diabetes News from dLife.com - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: dlife Source Type: news

Gen X Overtaking Baby Boomers on Obesity
November 1, 2012 (Newswise) — New research from the University of Adelaide shows that Australia's Generation X is already on the path to becoming more obese than their baby boomer predecessors. read more
Source: Diabetes News from dLife.com - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: dlife Source Type: news

Use of SSRIs in Pregnancy Puts Baby at Risk (CME/CE)
(MedPage Today) -- Pregnant women who took antidepressants were at risk for miscarriage and preterm delivery, and their babies were at risk for a number of developmental and health complications, researchers found.
Source: MedPage Today Endocrinology - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Pediatrics Endocrinology Latinoamerican Society (SLEP)
23rd Annual Meeting, Montevideo, November 2012 (ISBN: 978-3-318-02276–6)
Source: Karger Publishers - November 1, 2012 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news

Impaired Glucose Metabolism Predominant After Renal TransplantImpaired Glucose Metabolism Predominant After Renal Transplant
Impaired glucose metabolism is a major feature after renal transplantation despite decreased insulin resistance. Impaired insulin secretion may underlie new-onset diabetes after renal transplantation. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news

Fewer U.S. Kids Dying of Diabetes
More than 60 percent decline over 4 decades is likely due to better treatment, awareness Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Children's Health, Diabetes, Teen Health
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Bilirubin Protects Against Diabetic Nephropathy ProgressionBilirubin Protects Against Diabetic Nephropathy Progression
Using data from trials of angiotensin receptor blockers, researchers found an inverse relationship between baseline serum bilirubin levels and progression of diabetic nephropathy. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Nephrology News Source Type: news

Diabetes Death Rates Among Youths Aged ≤19 Years — United States, 1968–2009
Source: CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report - November 1, 2012 Category: American Health Source Type: news

National Diabetes Month — November 2012
Source: CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report - November 1, 2012 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Lilly to Expand Indianapolis Insulin Manufacturing Operations
$140 million investment will address growing U.S. diabetes demand INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Local and state government officials joined representatives from Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) today to announce a $140 million...
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - November 1, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

NIHR Academic Clinical Fellowships in Endocrinology and Diabetes, Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital and University of East Anglia
Applications are invited for two NIHR Academic Clinical Fellowships (ACFs) based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, in collaboration with partners across the Norwich Research Park and the East of England Deanery. These posts are part of the NIHR Trainees Coordinating Centre programme of Integrated Academic Training (IAT) and offer candidates the resources and support necessary to develop excellent academic skills while working with internationally renowned clinicians and researchers. We have an established track record in successfully obtaining research training fellowship funding for a previous ACF. The Norw...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

MHRA reminder about risk of hepatotoxicity with Black Cohosh remedies (NeLM News Service, 31 October 2012)
The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a reminder about a potential adverse effect of liver problems when using Black Cohosh to relieve symptoms of the menopause. Full article
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Will elephant contraception work in South Africa? (BBC News Online, 31 October 2012)
Results from a trial of a non-hormonal contraceptive to control elephant numbers in a South Africa national park are now emerging. Full article
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Men who do exercise produce better quality semen (AlphaGalileo, 31 October 2012)
A study from Spain published in European Journal of Applied Physiology compares hormone profiles and semen quality in 15 sedentary vs. 16 physically active men. Full article
Source: Society for Endocrinology - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Health Tip: Exercising with Diabetes
First, get a doctor's okSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Diabetes, Exercise and Physical Fitness
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

NeuroMetrix Announces Distribution Agreement With OneSource Medical Group For SENSUS Pain Management Device
NeuroMetrix, Inc., a medical device company focused on the diagnosis and treatment of the neurological complications of diabetes, today announced the signing of a distribution agreement with OneSource Medical Group, LLC (OSMG) of Clearwater, Florida for its SENSUS pain management device. OneSource Medical Group concentrates its sales efforts in the south east and south central United States
Source: Medical Design Online News - November 1, 2012 Category: Medical Equipment Source Type: news

Health Tip: Exercising With Diabetes
Title: Health Tip: Exercising With DiabetesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 11/1/2012 8:05:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 11/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Diabetes General - November 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news

Nabilone Offers Hope To Diabetics With Neuropathic Pain
A study from the University of Calgary's Hotchkiss Brain Institute shows there is evidence to support a new drug therapy called nabilone to treat diabetic neuropathy, or nerve pain. Researchers enrolled 60 patients with diabetic neuropathy in a 12-week placebo controlled clinical study. At the end of the study, patients reported less pain and an improvement in sleep and anxiety when taking nabilone as compared to the placebo. "This is a good option to help treat nerve pain due to diabetes, with very few side effects," says Dr. Cory Toth, a neurologist and the study's lead researcher...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes Source Type: news

Ignorant, abusive cop tases diabetic teen suffering a medical emergency - caught on video
When they were first being introduced for public acceptance, as many readers will recall, tasers were billed as a law enforcement alternative to actually having to shoot threatening individuals with real firearms. Today; however, tasers are being abusively used by cops...
Source: NaturalNews.com - November 1, 2012 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: news

Meeting glycemic goals: Options beyond metformin
Metformin is one of the most important pharmacologic agents for diabetes, but patients need more to maintain optimal HbA1c levels.
Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News - November 1, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

CDTM ideal for managing chronic disease like diabetes
While MTM is proving to be effective, a different version, collaborative drug therapy management could be the best model for diseases like diabetes.
Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News - November 1, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

Next steps in patient care: Diabetes management
Blood glucose control is the focus of diabetes care, but a holistic approach is needed to meet all of a patient's needs.
Source: Drug Topics - Top News - November 1, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news