Endocrinology Archives - Page 38 of 41

When is it OK to stop insulin?

April 29, 2011

Is it prudent to discontinue insulin in an incarcerated man with diabetes who was started on insulin while in jail, but who wishes to stop treatment?

Web Exclusives

Radiation disaster response plans needed

By

Haymarket Media

April 22, 2011

The most recent accident at the Fukushima Diiachi nuclear reactor reminds health officials just how poorly prepared medical practitioners are when it comes to treating radiation illnesses that are rarely seen.

Diabetes Information Center

Exercising to control diabetes

By

Haley Bridger

April 18, 2011

Unlike other chronic life-threatening diseases type 2 diabetes can be managed and even reversed. Exercising can help patients reduce the risk of complications, including stroke and heart disease.

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FDA wants more data on rifaximin for IBS

By

Delicia Yard

April 16, 2011

A preparation of the gut-selective, broad-spectrum antibiotic rifaximin has been denied approval for the proposed indication of treatment of non-constipation irritable bowel syndrome and IBS-related bloating.

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Bariatric procedures cast wider net

By

Delicia Yard

April 15, 2011

Recent reports address the health benefits of bariatric surgery just as the FDA expands use of the gastric-banding system for weight loss.

Lowering blood cholesterol (brown) may reduce diabetes complications.

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Diabetes can be managed more effectively

By

Delicia Yard

April 15, 2011

Health-care providers are missing many opportunities to reduce the burden of diabetes through improved control of blood glucose levels and improved diagnosis and treatment of arterial hypertension and hypercholesterolemia.