Continuous Glucose Monitoring Could Improve Outcomes in Pediatric Patients With Leukemia/Lymphoma
July 2nd 2024A pilot study presented at the American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions showed that CGM technology could produce reliable results without complications in children with leukemia/lymphoma at risk for hyperglycemia.
Education Can Help Mitigate Parental Concern Over Flu Vaccination for Children With Diabetes
July 1st 2021Educating families to alleviate fear in pediatric populations regarding the flu vaccine will improve the vaccination rate and protect high-risk children. Due to the negative effects of the flu in children with diabetes, it is vital that at-risk youth be vaccinated.
Blood Glucose Levels Not A Significant Predictor of Death for ICU Patients With COVID-19
July 1st 2021Study results showed there was no significant correlation between blood glucose levels and mortality or the rate of stay in intensive care units of hospitals for sick patients with diabetes, pneumonia, and COVID-19.
Flash Glucose Monitoring Vs Self-Monitoring in Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
June 27th 2021A study presented at the American Diabetes Association Virtual 81st Scientific Sessions compared flash glucose monitoring with self-monitoring of blood glucose in patients with diabetes and moderate-to-advanced chronic kidney disease.
Physician-Pharmacist Collaboration Can Improve Diabetes Outcomes in Rural Populations
June 25th 2021A poster presented at the American Diabetes Association Virtual 81st Scientific Sessions highlighted the effect of a physician-pharmacist collaborative management team in diabetes preventative care services.
Greater Satisfaction Reported With Extended-Wear Insulin Infusion Set for Type 1 Diabetes
June 25th 2021A study presented during a poster session at the American Diabetes Association Virtual 81st Scientific Sessions evaluated performance, safety, and satisfaction of an extended-wear insulin infusion set in patients with type 1 diabetes.
NYC-Based Study Improves A1c Levels in Poverty Areas With High Diabetes Prevalence
June 19th 2020In response to the study, the NYC Department of Health is pursuing large-scale implementation of this approach, targeting diabetes hot spots across the city through public health messaging, mailed print materials, and Care Calls.
Study Gauges Attitudes Toward Glucagon Delivery Devices for Rescue Treatment of Severe Hypoglycemia
June 15th 2020A study presented during the American Diabetes Association 80th Scientific Sessions focused on assessing preference and attitudes from patients with diabetes, their caregivers, and acquaintances.