Wants long-term studies to assure medications don't raise cardiovascular risks

Publication aimed at assisting the 1 in 8 Hispanics with type 2 disease

Communicates with pump to deliver insulin

Rats fed junk food had higher cholesterol, blood fats into adulthood, British study finds

Out-of-control enzymes do damage in both conditions, study finds

Number tripled, and they find a link to other conditions such as asthma, diabetes

Researchers urge countries to make condition a public health priority

Antioxidant vitamins counter cognitive decline, but experts say eating healthy is better

57 million more had pre-diabetes, but education drive making inroads, CDC says

Certain DNA raises the odds of this cluster of heart risk factors, experts say

Patients who dropped most pounds went off diabetes meds and into remission, study found

And doctors need to be aware of the connection, study says

Metformin delayed first menstruation, cut body fat for those at risk of insulin resistance

French researchers say antibodies linked to disease found in Sub-Saharan Africans

Study finds higher rate of impairment among diabetics

Those with highest levels at almost twice the risk, regardless of diabetes, study finds

They have poorer control of risk factors, less likely to get cholesterol-lowering meds

7-year study found staying in good shape more important than weight

Fasting blood glucose test less reliable than glucose stress test in detecting prediabetes

It's low blood sugar, a frequent complication of diabetes

Study found doctors with patients of both races still showed disparities in outcomes

Longer-lasting exenatide maintained glucose levels, helped patients lose weight, study reports

Use of rosiglitazone showed 59.5% reduced risk of retina damage

Those 55 to 75 with type 2 disease have same odds for condition, regardless of screening

Group pushes new clinical practices to have patients presenting with one checked for other

Math converts two systems into better measurement, study says

Periodontal disease associated with higher levels of insulin resistance, studies say

Finding may prove a major advance in type 1 diabetes research, study says

Copies of variant don't boost type 2 diabetes risk but could suggest its causes

But experts say controlling glucose levels is key for most diabetics

Chances doubled, especially for older males, Dutch study finds

Type 1 disease less prevalent in populations living nearer equator, study finds

Almost 25 percent of participants saw urine protein levels lowered significantly

Diabetics must stay on track

The eating plan is rich in fruits and vegetables and low in animal products

New testing methods would offer help to millions of diabetics who are missed

Those treated with sirolimus faced up to 66% increased risk of disease after operation

Natural compounds called flavanols may be responsible for the benefit, study says

Finding could help research into soaring obesity, diabetes rates, study says

But more studies on cardiovascular risks needed, report says

Among people at high risk, healthy eating and exercise can delay disease, researchers say

Type 1 patients did better than those having kidney replacement alone

Condition can lead to heart attack and stroke, researchers note

Only half of patients had their therapy changed as needed, study found

Study participants lived insulin-free for at least a year or two

Findings may help efforts to develop new ways to treat the disease

Nutrient restriction triggers pathway involved with life span, study finds

Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated

Painful joint condition hinders exercise that helps manage both conditions, experts say

Study finds it plays key role in development of defective cells in type 2 diabetics

Finding suggests careful use of blood-boosting drugs in anemia patients

Even non-diabetic levels may cause problems, study finds

Regular screenings may help prevent irreversible nerve damage

It begins during pregnancy

Older adults battling illnesses more likely to make up lost slumber during day

Diabetes drug Avandia linked to fractures, while bone drug Fosamax is tied to irregular heartbeat

More women are overweight as they conceive, raising complication risks, study finds

Meds they take, changes in biological clock put many at risk for serious disease

High levels are major source of cardiovascular death risk in those with chronic disease

Canadian team develops simple test to identify those at risk

Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

Work could lead to better understanding of autoimmune diseases, researchers say

Retinopathy more than doubled the risk of heart problems, study found

With prices rising, group offers tips that save dollars, make sense

Discovery of biological pathways could lead to treatments for other autoimmune diseases

Signs that you may be diabetic

But jury still out on whether it makes difference in high-risk groups, study finds

French study in rats finds olanzapine changes metabolism in weeks

Suggestions for diabetics

Higher concentrations correlated with lower organ function, study concludes

But this new study of diabetes drug doesn't prove it's safe, critics say

Many have high percentages of body fat, leaving them prone to heart disease, diabetes

Study focused on more than 17,000 people with coronary artery disease or diabetes

Actos better at fighting plaque build-up than older medication, study finds

Danger level same as non-diabetics who already have had a heart attack, study says

Finding shows respiratory system suffers collateral damage from blood sugar disease

Participants preferred it to product requiring three injections a day

But it's not too late to protect yourself and your family, experts say

Supplements and sunlight influence development of some autoimmune disorders, study says

Studies in worms are shedding new light on the hormone's role in lifespan

Insulin levels hike very fast when daily physical activity declines, Danish study found.

31 employers in 10 cities waive co-pays if diabetic is "coached" by pharmacist

Study found those who used insulin fared worse than white counterparts

Have an advance plan

Researchers say mouse study reversing that pattern offers hope of new diabetes treatments

Eye damage begins at blood sugar levels below current threshold for diagnosis, study finds

Restricting insulin doses to lose weight increases chances of complications, study finds

Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds

American Heart Association says high blood sugar condition linked to high mortality

Chemical molecules in exhalations hint at wide range of conditions

Study says measurement underestimates true glucose control in hemodialysis patients

Characterized by loss of feeling or painful tingling

Cognitive powers decline faster among those who have a higher chance of brain attack

Mouse study suggests it could help control diabetes in humans

Continuous vs. intermittent dialysis produced same results, analysis shows

Device could use act of walking to power artificial limbs, insulin pumps, pacemakers

Even if coupled with high animal fat and protein, risk did not increase, study claims

Danish researchers point to treatment of multiple risk factors at once

Increased mortality seen in patients receiving aggressive drug therapy to cut blood sugar levels

Study aims to prove anecdotes that canines can smell dangerous drops in blood sugar levels

Consuming equivalent of 4 cups a day led to spikes in blood sugar levels

Trend will lead to health and economic trouble for U.S., report says

Costs have climbed 32% since 2002, study finds

Discovery could lead to new treatments for diabetes, researchers say

But it also found that diet soda doesn't protect against metabolic syndrome

But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says

Men don't seem to be as prone to problem, study finds

Managing medications when sick can keep complications at arm's length, group advises

British study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce risk of major vascular events

Metformin plus lifestyle intervention counteracts pounds added by antipsychotics

Study found patients started using preventive medicines more often

Three nights of interrupted slumber upsets young people's blood sugar levels, study finds

Lifestyle changes are key to avoiding complications, doctors say

Recommendations cite importance of restricted calorie intake for diabetics wanting to manage their weight

It helps track diabetics' blood sugar levels

The two conditions are sometimes closely linked, research suggests

But cardiovascular disease remains America's No. 1 killer, AHA says

Just a 30-minute walk most days reduces threat, even without diet changes, study finds

Newly discovered genes and their proteins could be targets for weight-loss therapies, scientists say

Lifestyle changes can make a big difference

8 end-stage kidney failure patients used the device for up to 8 hours, researchers say

Canadian study also found those over 65 more likely to have heart trouble with drug

Easing the blood sugar disease may help the heart, researchers say

Mouse study suggests it boosts production of bone-eroding cells

Rodent trials suggest they could protect against type 2 diabetes

But boosting fiber intake can help lower the odds, researchers say

Over time, they boost risk for ulcers and even amputation, researchers say

Trend has been accelerating, U.S. figures show

It's all about attitude, say seniors first diagnosed in childhood

Data covering 34 years shows parental history, overweight are markers for adult disease

FDA takes action on diabetes drug although evidence is inconclusive

Fenofibrate cuts need for retinopathy laser treatment, study finds

More obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are driving the trend, study says

The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

Doctors need to do more to erase racial disparities, study suggests

Administer them safely

U.S. studies show they're keeping good track of daily blood sugar levels, while avoiding heart disease

The condition can pose dangers to mother, baby, experts note

Many lack knowledge of basic vision care, safety, survey finds

Good foot care can prevent problems

About a quarter of the world's adults are obese, study finds

Lifestyle is a major player

Including a family history

Just a third of U.S. adults feel comfortable discussing it

It does so outside of normal diabetes risk factors, such as obesity, study finds

22 new centers now added, first participants set to join next year, officials say

American Idol judge is part of a campaign to stress the disease's link to heart disease

Resveratrol has already been shown to offer heart benefits

Americans outspend Europeans when it comes to chronic disease care, study finds

Experts split on what this means for those taking Avandia, Actos

Complicated daily regimens lower their quality of life, survey finds

Their levels of blood sugar tend to be higher than for whites, study finds

High-risk kids who ate more fatty acids were less likely to develop diabetes, study says

Chronic high blood sugar is leading cause of adult-onset blindness, experts note

Patient needs may dictate which combo of drugs plus insulin works best, researchers say

Family deaths get Phylicia Rashad talking about peripheral artery disease

Peripheral arterial disease is common and sometimes deadly, researchers say

Work with mice might lead to treatments for diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's

Exercise is always good, but combining two approaches brings better results, study finds

Condition requires lifelong dependence on insulin injections, researchers say

Another study finds a similar drug, Actos, may be a better choice, researchers say

They're especially vulnerable to diabetes but often lack care, experts say

Global study finds it takes bigger toll than other chronic conditions

Technique giving researchers static image of beating heart could be new screening tool

Large, long-term global study shows diuretic plus ACE inhibitor reduced risk of dying from heart disease

Increased chances of being overweight, obese by age 7 were virtually erased, study finds

Mouse study suggests that where the fat is stored is key

But experts say more study is needed to confirm any danger

Each condition encourages the other, study finds

Studies support expanded use of gastric bypass, banding, experts say

Four other diabetes drugs in same class will also get a 'black box' on label, FDA announces

Education efforts may be working for blacks, Hispanics, U.S. study finds

From angina to severe heart attacks, the death rate is higher than for non-diabetics

Just a 30-minute daily walk can help stave off diabetes, heart trouble, study finds

Analysis finds no proof that diabetes drug causes heart attacks

Lifestyle changes can slash your risk for cardiovascular disease as well as diabetes

U.S. study suggests lack of health care may be to blame

FDA panel says Avandia offers benefits to people with type 2 disease

Preparatory work for human trials already under way, researchers say

Older males at especially high risk for nighttime awakenings, study finds

Avandia, Actos-linked danger occurs even at low doses and among younger patients

Frequency of regular physical activity was key factor in healthy blood levels, study finds

Just one soda a day tied to higher incidence of metabolic syndrome

Researchers find out how the diets seem to reduce appetite, weight

Expert suggests recommended daily intake be boosted to help prevent disease

They're also less likely to be discharged to home, study finds

Metformin doesn't cause weight gain and can decrease 'bad' cholesterol, study finds

This type of fat around organs boosts health risks, researchers say

Anti-malaria drug cut disease risk, and new drugs helped diabetics lose weight

Compound regenerated damaged pancreatic cells in diabetic rats, researchers say

Chances were 50% higher among those taking 200 micrograms daily, study finds