Low serum cholesterol levels are an independent risk factor for developing gastric cancer, according to a study published in the February 15th issue of the International Journal of Cancer. Reuters Health Information
Vitamin E supplementation reduces cardiovascular events in middle-aged patients with type 2 diabetes and the haptoglobin (Hp) 2-2 genotype, Israeli researchers report in the February issue of Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology. Reuters Health Information
The multisystem disease affecting the lungs, kidneys and lymph system called lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) does not appear to respond to treatment with the gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogue, triptorelin. Reuters Health Information
Oral sulfonylurea therapy is a safe and effective treatment for patients with diabetes due to sulfonylurea receptor 1 (SUR1) mutations and may be able to replace insulin injections, UK researchers report. Reuters Health Information
Definition of the genetic subgroup of diabetes can result in appropriate treatment, genetic counseling, and prognostic information. A classification with 4 categories of monogenic diabetes is proposed. Nature Clinical Practice Endocrinology & Metabolism
With relatively little training, clinicians can use motivational interviewing techniques that encourage patients to actively participate in lifestyle changes. Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology
Serum uric acid is a strong and independent risk factor for diabetes, according to findings published in the February issue of Diabetes Care. Reuters Health Information
In asymptomatic subjects with thickened carotid walls, plasma total cholesterol level is strongly associated with the presence of a lipid core in plaque, and hence vulnerability to rupture, researchers report in the February issue of Stroke. Reuters Health Information
Elementary school students at risk for diabetes and obesity can learn about healthier lifestyles; the knowledge gained can be retained for at least 9 months. Medscape Medical News
Among hypertensive patients with chronic coronary artery disease, an increased risk of stroke is predicted by black race, US residency, and conditions associated with worse vascular disease severity and arrhythmia, according to findings published in the February issue of Stroke. Reuters Health Information