Month: June 2020
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Using Gene Editing as a Potential Type 1 Diabetes Treatment
It has been more than a decade since scientists began experimenting with CRISPR gene-editing technology to alter DNA sequences and gene function. This tool allows scientists to correct mutations or […]
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Dexcom to Launch Patient Assistance Program to Support Type 1 Diabetes Care
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) does not take a break for a global pandemic, or for anything else. It is a chronic health condition that must be managed 24/7/365. Access to […]
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Targeting Stem Cell-Generated Beta Cells for Type 1 Diabetes Treatment
In developing more effective treatment methods for type 1 diabetes, several approaches have targeted the disease at a cellular level. Scientists know that, on the most basic level, the disease […]
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Could Vitamin D Help Protect Against Type 1 Diabetes?
One trend that researchers have noticed in type 1 diabetes (T1D) is that individuals with this disease tend to have some level of vitamin D deficiency. This impacts vitamin D […]
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Supporting Diabetes Management Via Drone
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) affects people from all walks of life around the world. A challenge in managing the disease is regular access to healthcare and necessary supplies. Healthcare providers […]
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Could There Be More than One Form of Type 1 Diabetes?
Researchers know that there are significant differences between type 1 diabetes (T1D) and type 2 diabetes (T2D), but now they are digging a little deeper. When it comes to T1D, […]
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Artificial Pancreas App Supports Type 1 Diabetes Management
Maintaining good glycemic control is challenging when living with type 1 diabetes. Individuals must carefully monitor their blood glucose levels throughout the day, then administer the appropriate amount of insulin […]
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Using Telehealth to Enhance Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes Management
Telehealth has come a long way in improving access to care. It has become even easier for patients to connect with healthcare providers without going to their office. Using available […]
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Connect For A Cure: June 2020 Newsletter
The importance of research has been highlighted during this pandemic and our early-career scientists continue their ground-breaking, peer-reviewed research. Since November, we’ve funded 8 new research projects. Thank you for […]