Share on PinterestA new study found linked to CT scans to increased cancer risk, but the overall risk remains low. Reza Estakhrian/Getty Images A new study suggests that CT scans may slightly increase the lifetime risk of developing cancer. The researchers say the cumulative effects of ionizing radiation over time should not be ignored. Other […]
Read MoreIn this special episode of Diabetes Core Update: Focus on Geriatrics Part 3, our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will discuss diabetes in a geriatric population with Dr. Medha Munshi, Director of the Joslin Geriatric Diabetes Program. In this episode we will discuss three cases, with each case presenting different challenges and ideas that are crucial […]
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Conclusion This is, to the best of our knowledge, the first randomized prospective study of the effects of tenotomy treatment on plantar pressure of the diabetic hammertoe. In this observer blinded RCT substudy, we show that tenotomies can significantly lower PPP and PTi in the toe regions of the diabetic hammertoe. In addition, the effect […]
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Share on PinterestNew research suggests an early intervention with two common, low cost drugs could be lifesaving after a heart attack. PixelCatchers/Getty Images A new study found that adding a second drug early after a heart attack may save lives. Those who added ezetimibe to a statin had fewer complications and deaths. The authors say […]
Read MoreDiabetes Core Update is a monthly podcast that presents and discusses the latest clinically relevant articles from the American Diabetes Association’s four science and medical journals – Diabetes, Diabetes Care, Clinical Diabetes, and Diabetes Spectrum. Each episode is approximately 25 minutes long and presents 5-6 recently published articles from ADA journals. Intended for practicing physicians […]
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Albuminuria is a clinical risk factor for both kidney and cardiovascular disease development and progression. The amount of albumin in the urine, or its excretion rate, is the algebraic sum of the filtration rate and the tubular reabsorption rate of albumin. The proximal tubule, especially the S1 segment, plays a major role in reabsorbing, catabolizing, […]
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Share on PinterestMany plant-based proteins are less digestible and may have lower concentrations of one or more essential amino acids. Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Getty Images Vegans who meet their daily protein requirements may still fall short on certain essential amino acids, according to new research. The study highlights that protein quality, not just quantity, plays a critical […]
Read MoreIn this special series on Obesity, our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will discuss the Obesity epidemic with some of the foremost experts in the world. In Part I we will focus on the epidemiology of obesity, social disparities with regard to obesity, obesity as a chronic disease, the consequences of obesity and some of the […]
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Discussion Our study analyzed the long-term T2D risk among women with prior GDM or IGT, aligning with the outcomes of the Diabetes Prevention Program.2 The study highlights the critical need for early, specific post-GDM interventions to curb T2D progression. Over 25 years, risk trajectories for T2D notably diverged between the cohorts, with particular variance in […]
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Share on PinterestAfter a two-month delay, a CDC panel met last week to discuss vaccine guidelines for COVID-19, RSV, HPV, and other infectious diseases. Luis Alvarez/Getty Images The CDC is considering changes to its recommendations on vaccines for COVID-19, RSV, HPV, and other infectious diseases. Experts say some changes may be warranted, but note that […]
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