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June 11, 2026 Diabetes

1287-OR: Dyadic Coping and Data Sharing among Older Adults with Type 1 Diabetes: A Qualitative Analysis of the Share Plus Intervention

Introduction and Objective: Older adults with type 1 diabetes face age-related changes. Dyadic coping, where care partners (CPs) and people with diabetes (PWD) collaboratively manage diabetes, can improve outcomes but is hindered by misaligned illness appraisals (viewing diabetes as individual vs. shared responsibility) and communication difficulties. This study describes experiences of older PWD/CP dyads in […]

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June 11, 2026 Diabetes

1281-OR: Risk of Myocardial Infarction (MI) and Ischemic Stroke (IS) following Herpes Zoster (HZ) in Older Adults with T2DM in the U.S.

Introduction and Objective: HZ has been associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular events, but evidence in T2DM is limited. This analysis assessed associations between HZ and MI/IS in older adults with T2DM.Methods: Using US administrative claims and EHR data (Optum Market Clarity, 2016-2024), adults with T2DM and HZ were identified by ICD-10 diagnosis codes. […]

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June 11, 2026 Health News

Factors associated with hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic events during Ramadan among persons with diabetes in Qatar

Background Despite the high prevalence of diabetes in Qatar, Ramadan-related glycemic events remain inadequately characterized. This study examined sociodemographic, clinical and behavioral factors independently associated with hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic events among patients with diabetes during Ramadan in Qatar. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted using routinely collected data from the Qatar Diabetes Association (QDA) Ramadan […]

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Are You Addicted to Sugar?

Take this quick quiz to find out if you have a sugar addiction

1. Do you crave sweet foods or drinks daily?

2. Do you feel anxious or irritable when you cut back on sugar?

3. Do you find it difficult to stop eating sugary foods once you've started?

4. Have you ever hidden your sugar consumption from others?

5. Do you experience energy crashes or mood swings after consuming sugar?

Why Quit Sugar?

The science behind sugar addiction and its impact on your health

Brain Chemistry

Sugar triggers dopamine release, creating reward cycles similar to addictive drugs. This leads to cravings and dependence over time.

Weight Management

Excess sugar is stored as fat. Cutting sugar can lead to significant weight loss without extreme calorie restriction.

Inflammation

Sugar causes chronic inflammation throughout the body, contributing to joint pain, skin issues, and digestive problems.

Energy Levels

Sugar spikes and crashes drain your energy. Stable blood sugar leads to consistent, all-day energy without the afternoon slump.

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Average sugar consumption (lbs/year)
25g
Recommended daily maximum for women
36g
Recommended daily maximum for men

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