The current study examined the effect of empagliflozin on hepatic glucose production (HGP) and total-body norepinephrine (NE) turnover in individuals with and without type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study randomized 36 individuals with T2D and 36 individuals without T2D to receive in a double-blind fashion empagliflozin or matching placebo (2:1 ratio) for 12 weeks. HGP […]
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Read MoreDiabetes Spotlight: David J. Hodson, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS—Regulation of Insulin and Glucagon in Pancreatic Islet Biology
In the Pennines, a range of moorland hills in northern England, it rains for much of the year. “The grass grows very green, very long, and as a consequence, the cows produce a lot of milk,” David Hodson says. As a kid growing up in this farmland outside of Manchester, Hodson always saw the livestock […]
Read MoreDNA Methylation Biomarkers Predict Offspring Metabolic Risk From Mothers With Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes mellitus affects almost 18 million pregnancies worldwide, increasing by >70% in the past 20 years. DNA methylation has been associated with maternal hyperglycemia and type 2 diabetes risk in offspring. This study hypothesized that hyperglycemia during pregnancy influences DNA methylation changes at birth that mediate metabolic risk in offspring. Cord blood samples (n […]
Read MoreTargeting Adipose Inflammation and Energy Expenditure to Sustain Metabolic Health After Weight Loss
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Read MoreIslet Autoantibody Testing as Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection Enters Mainstream Health Care
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Study Finds Sharp Increase In Access to Oral Contraceptives
Share on PinterestA new study found that OTC birth control has significantly expanded access to a safe and reliable birth control method. Carol Yepes/Getty Images In 2023, the FDA approved Opill, the first over-the-counter oral contraceptive that became widely available at in-person and online pharmacies. Researchers examined whether Opill increased birth control access and found […]
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Weekend Habits Linked to New Sleep Disorder
Share on PinterestObstructive sleep apnea symptoms may worsen on weekends, a trend researchers are calling “social apnea.” Getty Images A large study found that moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea symptoms are more likely to occur on weekends, a trend researchers are calling “social apnea.” Late nights, sleeping in, alcohol, and skipping CPAP therapy could […]
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Risk of Death Higher In Extreme Heat
Share on PinterestHeat-induced dehydration can place stress on the heart and raise the risk for serious cardiac events. FG Trade Latin/Getty Images Higher temperatures can raise the risk of heat-related illness, especially for older adults. Extreme heat can place stress on the heart, which could be deadly for those with underlying cardiovascular conditions. A cardiologist […]
Read MoreDiabetes Core Update : Special Edition – Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Part 3
In this special episode on Obstructive Sleep Apnea our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will discuss treatment of OSA. In Part 1 we discussed and overview of OSA, in Part 2 we discussed making the diagnosis will, and Part 4 will look at cases. This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Lilly. […]
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