Diabetes Outcomes Improved With Treatment Algorithm
The algorithm’s recommendation reflected the observed standard of diabetes care in 68.2% of the patient visits.
The algorithm’s recommendation reflected the observed standard of diabetes care in 68.2% of the patient visits.
Physical activity guidelines were updated for patients with type 2 diabetes, type 1 diabetes, and prediabetes.
About two-thirds of patients with diagnosed diabetes have been vaccinated for influenza, but not as many have been vaccinated for shingles or hepatitis B.
Each 10% increase in sleep efficiency correlated with reduced proportional odds of a higher glucose category.
Patients with high lipoprotein(a) levels had significantly higher cumulative incidence of cardiac death and acute coronary syndrome than those with low levels.
PCKS9 and HMGCR variants were associated with similar protective effects on cardiovascular event risk and diabetes risk.
The lowest rates of thromboembolism were seen among women using intrauterine and subdermal contraceptives.
In a postmarket trial of more than 7000 adults, empagliflozin was superior to placebo for reduction of cardiovascular death.
Standing and light-intensity walking improved 24-hour glucose levels and insulin sensitivity in type 2 diabetes.
Avoiding obesity, hypertension, and diabetes in middle-age may lower one’s risk of developing heart failure later in life.