Diabetes develops when a person’s body does not make enough insulin to process sugars present in the blood. This can lead to many complications, including leg pain. When people with diabetes experience leg pain, it may be the result of nerve damage. Nerve damage can occur if a person with diabetes does not receive treatment… Read More »
Diabetes is a condition in which the level of sugar in the blood is too high. Having high blood sugar can be dangerous as it can lead to complications with the heart, eyes, nerves, kidneys and feet. In order to prevent complications from occurring, it’s important for people with diabetes to take measures to control… Read More »
Diabetes drug may reverse Alzheimer’s symptoms A new study finds a diabetes drug known as a triple receptor “significantly reversed the memory deficit” in mice with Alzheimer’s. The new findings could help more than 5 million Americans who live with Alzheimer’s. Drinking sweetened drinks — like soda — could increase your chance of developing a certain… Read More »
Verily, Alphabet‘s life sciences arm, has paused work on its so-called “smart lens” program, which was aiming to put tiny sensors on contact lenses to measure blood sugar levels in tears.
By Carol WolfenbargerPresident/CNO, Mission Hospital McDowell As we enter the holiday season, we’re sure to be faced with tempting, yummy treats. For those who have diabetes or are watching their weight, this can be an especially challenging time of year. November is American Diabetes Month, and unfortunately, the number of persons in our community with… Read More »