The risk of dying among patients with childhood-onset diabetes is highest for those diagnosed "at the threshold of adulthood," according to findings published in the October issue of Diabetes Care. Reuters Health Information
Dyslipidemia and hypertension, as well as longer disease duration, elevated HbA1c level, and male gender, are all significant risk factors for diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 1 diabetes, according to a report in the October issue of Diabetes Care. Reuters Health Information
New research suggests that androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT) for prostate cancer can adversely affect glucose metabolism. Therefore, routine surveillance of glycemic control may be warranted, especially in obese men -- whether or not they have established diabetes. Reuters Health Information
A study shows that higher resting heart rate is linked with diabetes-related hospital claims and mortality in older age and is only partly from body mass index and concurrent glucose levels. Medscape Medical News
In a randomized controlled trial, dietary cod protein improved insulin sensitivity in insulin-resistant individuals and reduced metabolic complications related to insulin resistance. Medscape Medical News
The challenge of managing the patient with type 2 diabetes is becoming more complex. Review these challenges in 3 interactive case simulations. Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology
From 1997 to 2005, the percentage of US diabetics, age 35 and over, with self-reported cardiovascular disease decreased by 11%, according to findings released Thursday in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Reuters Health Information
Lifestyle modifications and long-term metformin, either alone or in combination, are cost-effective measures for postponing the development of type 2 diabetes in individuals with impaired glucose tolerance, according to the results of the Indian Diabetes Prevention Programme published in the October issue of Diabetes Care. Reuters Health Information
Management of paraphilic patients and sexual offenders has primarily involved cognitive-behavior therapy. How effective are psychotropic medication interventions in treating these patients? Current Opinion in Psychiatry
A prospective cohort study shows that the 50-g glucose challenge test is more effective than the random glucose test when screening for gestational diabetes. Medscape Medical News
