Category: Diabetes Research News
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Could Type 1 Diabetes Slow Brain Development in Children?
Since type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas produces little to no insulin, it is often diagnosed in childhood when this deficiency become more apparent. The body is unable to […]
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Later Onset Type 1 Diabetes Often Misdiagnosed as Type 2
Type 1 diabetes used to be commonly known as juvenile diabetes because it was often diagnosed in childhood. In individuals with this disease, the body mistakenly attacks and destroys insulin-producing […]
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Is it Possible to Delay the Onset of Type 1 Diabetes?
Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) is challenging. It requires constant monitoring and adjustment of one’s blood sugar. Since T1D is commonly diagnosed in childhood, it can put additional strain […]
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Scientists Uncover New Insight into Autoimmune Response
Autoimmune diseases are challenging to treat because the immune system plays a critical role in keeping the body healthy. However, when this system is destroying its own cells even without […]
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Exploring Protective Factors Against Diabetic Kidney Disease
One of the complications that can stem from living with diabetes is the risk of developing diabetic kidney disease. The kidneys play a critical role in filtering waste and excess […]
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Connect For A Cure: May 2019 Newsletter
Welcome to the May edition of the Diabetes Research Connection newsletter! We aim to keep you updated with our latest achievements, upcoming events, and how you can get involved in […]
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Beta Cell Proliferation May Help Protect Against Type 1 Diabetes
In individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D), the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells. For years, researchers have been looking at options for suppressing this immune […]
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Researchers Improve Cell Conversion to Support Diabetes Treatment
One of the methods of treating type 1 diabetes that researchers have been exploring is using patients’ own cells. They found that by converting stem cells into insulin-producing beta cells […]
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Enteroviruses May Be Linked to Higher Type 1 Diabetes Risk
As with many diseases, type 1 diabetes is triggered by both genetic and environmental factors. There is not a single cause that can be pinpointed when it comes to why […]
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HbA1c Levels May Influence Preterm Birth Risk
Maintaining healthy HbA1c levels is essential for individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D), but it may be especially critical for women seeking to have children. A recent study out of […]
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The Untold Story of a Pediatric Endocrinologist – Dr. Alberto Hayek
Most people know me as a pediatric endocrinologist in San Diego, California. What most people do not know about me is that I was drafted into the US Army in […]
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Multiple Daily Injections May Improve Glycemic Control During Pregnancy for Women with T1D
Effectively managing blood sugar can be difficult in normal situations, but it can be even more challenging during pregnancy. Women must be cognizant of not only their own health, but […]