Type-2 diabetes: insulin held up in traffic
In a new study, researchers from the universities of Uppsala and Lund show why insulin secretion is not working properly in patients suffering from type-2 diabetes. The report…
Many Older Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Are Over-Treated
In a recent Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolism analysis of individuals aged =70 years with type 2 diabetes, almost 40% with recommended HbA1c levels (which indicate blood glucose levels)…
Herbal Products May Compromise Prescription Drugs and Cause Serious Side Effects
An analysis of published studies and reports indicates that a number of herbal products may affect the properties of prescription drugs, leading to alterations in the drugs’ effectiveness…
Everyday exercise has surprisingly positive health benefits
The benefits of low-intensity physical activity, such as standing, walking or doing household chores, can be more health beneficial than once thought. According to a study from Karolinska…
Premature birth associated with increased risk of heart disease in mothers
A study led by researchers at Keele University has found the risk of death in later life due to coronary heart disease doubles in women who give birth…