From Pot to Prediabetes
Smoking pot may lead to more than munchies.
Condition Center: Diabetes
Diabetes and Alzheimer's: Another Possible Link
Type 2 diabetes patients are more likely to live with dementia in old age than other patients. New evidence may shed some light on why that is.
Global Health Affected by Unhealthy Habits
Many of the deaths that occur around the world today may be preventable.
Have Diabetes, Will Exercise
Exercise may be at the heart of good diabetes control. Literally.
Sugar Nation: Diabetes and Prediabetes in the US
Diabetes is a major cause of illness and death in the US. But there may be some hope on that front.
For Diabetes, Surgery May Have Better Outcomes
For the growing number of type 2 diabetes patients in the US, standard medical treatments might not be the only effective option.
High Blood Sugar? Consider the Shape of Your Starches
If you need to control your blood sugar, you may want to look to the starches in your diet.
Coffee Drinkers, Watch That Blood Pressure
Coffee is a morning ritual for many people. But if you find yourself pouring too many cups too often — that could be a problem.
Atrial Fibrillation: What Women Need to Know
Heart rhythm disorders affect more than 2 million Americans. The most common of these disorders is atrial fibrillation (AFib) — and it may affect w...
Rx Shows Promise for Diabetes Patients
Diabetes patients often face a second problem: kidney disease. But a new medication may be here to help.
A Diabetes Patient and Her Dog
Elle Shaheen is an average 15-year-old in almost every way, except managing her type 1 diabetes is a daily task. But her yellow Labrador retriever, C...
New Diabetes Combo Rx Gets Go-Ahead
The FDA approval of a new combination medication should soon bring type 2 diabetes patients a new treatment option.
Nix the Numbers, Go for Nutrition
A nutrition-centered diet may be better than a dedicated calorie count.
Popular Diabetes Rx May Have New Destination in the Body
A new form of a popular medication might change the game for some patients with type 2 diabetes.
Are You at Risk for Alzheimer's?
No one knows for sure whether they will develop Alzheimer's disease or not, but certain factors may increase your risk.
Diabetes Rx May Offer Weight Loss Bonus
If you're a type 2 diabetes patient trying to lose weight, the medication you take could make a difference.
How a College Degree May Affect Diabetes Risk
Key prescriptions to prevent diabetes can include exercising more and maintaining a healthy diet. But it seems education may play a part, too.
Health: There Are Lots of Apps for That
If you use some sort of tech to track your health, you’re not alone.
