DPP-4i Treatment Doesn’t Up MI, Stroke Risk in Seniors
No increased risk for DPP-4i versus sulfonylureas, thiazolidinediones in older Medicare population
Central Adiposity More Harmful Than Obesity in Older Women
While a few extra pounds don't up mortality risk, central adiposity does, study contends
10 Portions of Produce a Day Can Confer Great Health Benefit
Reductions seen in risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, early death
$20 Million Awarded for Quality Payment Program Training
Up to an additional $80 million to be invested into training program over remaining four years
Periodontitis May Be Early Sign of Undiagnosed Diabetes
The dental office can be a suitable location for screening for prediabetes, researchers suggest
Glucagon Receptor Antagonist Ups Blood Pressure in T2DM
LY2409021 linked to drop in HbA1c, increases in SBP, DBP, mean arterial pressure
Cyberattacks Remain Serious Threat to Health Providers
Processes, technology should be boosted against cyberthreats, which are becoming more sophisticated
Cytomegalovirus May Up Risk of Diabetes, CVD in Some Women
Conversely, for women with extreme obesity, CMV may offer protection against CVD, DM
Weight Loss of 10% Beneficial in Overweight, Not Obese, With DM
Five-year follow-up shows reduction in glucose-lowering medications, lower HbA1c, improved QoL
Adiponectin Tied to Increased CV Risk in T2DM, Acute Coronary Sx
Increased risk of certain CV outcomes for patients with type 2 diabetes, acute coronary syndrome
