Toujeo Approved for Pediatric Patients With Diabetes
The FDA has expanded the indication for Toujeo (insulin glargine; Sanofi) 300 Units/mL to include treatment of pediatric patients aged ≥6 years with diabetes mellitus.
Diabetes
Maternal Diabetes Associated With Early-Onset Cardiovascular Disease in Offspring
Children of women with diabetes diagnosed before or during pregnancy are at increased risk for early-onset cardiovascular disease.
Examining Changes in BMI From Childhood to Puberty in Type 1 Diabetes
The high prevalence of overweight and obesity in youth with T1D was consistent across a multinational cohort and persistent over time.
Prediabetes Prevalent in US Adolescents, Young Adults
Prevalence of prediabetes 18.0 and 24.0% among adolescents and young adults, respectively.
Men Who Are Overweight, Obese Benefit From Exercise Before Breakfast
Timing of exercise and the consumption of mixed-macronutrient breakfast or carbohydrates may have acute and chronic effects on metabolic processes for men who are overweight or obese.
Link Between Single Episode of Pancreatitis in Childhood and Diabetes as an Adult
Findings independent of adolescent obesity and further tied to diabetes diagnosis at younger age.
Too Few Medicare Beneficiaries With Diabetes Getting Eye Exams
Variation in prevalence of eye exams from 43.9% in Puerto Rico to 64.8% in Rhode Island.
WHO to Test, Approve Generic Insulin
Agency says new generic versions could create competition that would drive down prices.
Treatment Choice for T2DM in Obese Teens Tied to Later Kidney Disease Risk
Odds of diabetic kidney disease higher in obese teens receiving medical therapy vs bariatric surgery for T2DM.
Weight-Loss Counseling With Group Visits Improves HbA1c
Weight management/group medical visit arm had lower diabetes medication use, greater weight loss.
