One in ten with diabetes die within week of COVID-19 hospitalization: Weight a key factor
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 01, 2020
Researchers have linked higher BMI in diabetes to adverse COVID-19 outcomes in hospitalized patients.
High-quality carbs linked to lowered diabetes risk
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 01, 2020
A new study highlights the importance of distinguishing between dietary carbohydrates from high- and low-quality sources, say investigators.
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, May 21
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Alicia Lasek
May 20, 2020
Monitoring, maintaining heart health may protect against cognitive decline … Most critically ill New York COVID-19 patients older men with comorbidities: study … Higher dietary fiber improves life...
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, May 14
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Alicia Lasek
May 13, 2020
Mental health problems may be new normal for healthcare workers during pandemic … Adults with cancer appear more vulnerable to COVID-19 … Study confirms diabetes 3c diagnosis tied to pancreatic cancer...
Two-in-one shot may help better control blood sugar in diabetes, say researchers
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Alicia Lasek
May 11, 2020
Investigators have created a protective coating that wraps around insulin and amylin molecules, allowing them to coexist in a single syringe or insulin pump.
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, May 5
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Alicia Lasek
May 04, 2020
CMS creates an independent COVID-19 response commission for nursing homes … Therapy providers get the green light to provide Medicare telehealth services … Lowered lean body mass raises diabetes risk...
Clinical Briefs for Monday, April 27
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Alicia Lasek
Apr 24, 2020
Globally, risk of death from COVID-19 is 50% higher in elderly with diabetes … COVID-19 has disproportionate effect on long-term care: study … Ensuring safety, education key in mitigating stress during...
Well-managed diabetes reduces COVID-19 complication risks, say experts
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Alicia Lasek
Apr 16, 2020
Having diabetes does not increase the odds of contracting the coronavirus. But proper management may lead to better outcomes for those who do.
Clinical Briefs for Wednesday, April 15
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Alicia Lasek
Apr 14, 2020
AAN, American Red Cross release disaster preparedness tips for frontline care providers … No-cost virtual wound care model open to skilled nursing facilities … Combo drug therapy ‘strongly recommended’...
Grip strength can help to identify early diabetes
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Alicia Lasek
Apr 07, 2020
Investigators have pinpointed levels of handgrip strength that correlate with type 2 diabetes in at-risk but otherwise healthy patients.