Risk of T2DM at Different BMIs Varies With Ethnicity
More South Asians than White Europeans, African-Caribbeans developed T2DM at BMI below 30 kg/m²
Just One Severe Hypoglycemia Episode May Up Mortality in T2DM
Researchers also found an increase in cardiovascular disease odds
Higher Spending by Physicians Not Tied to Better Outcomes
No difference in patient outcomes when physicians order more -- or more pricey -- tests, treatments
Better Outcomes in T2DM With No Delay in Tx Intensification
Greater reduction in HbA1c, but increased risk of severe hypoglycemia with no delay in intensification
Patients With Thyroid CA Who Choose No Rx Report Isolation
Participants report decision not to intervene is often met with non-reassuring, unsupportive response
ATA Guidelines Available As Pocket Cards, Mobile Apps
New resources add to library of guideline summaries
Lowering Cost of Healthy Foods Increases Consumption
And, raising the cost of unhealthy foods significantly reduces their intake
ACA’s Medicaid Expansion May Pose Challenges to Timely Care
Research shows benefit, but also more problems with patients getting appointments
Cardiometabolic Risk Factors Not Always Seen With Obesity
Among overweight, 18.6 percent had no risk factors; among obese, 9.6 percent had no risk factors
Gluten-Free Diet Linked to Higher Odds of Developing T2DM
People eating least amount of gluten found more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, researchers say
