Diabetes News for the Spanish Speaking Community
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/can-smart-sock-predict-diabetic-foot-problems-earlier-2024a10007k0
Understanding Diabetes and Foot ComplicationsDiabetes doesn’t just affect blood sugar levels; it can also damage nerves and blood vessels, especially in the feet. This damage can lead to numbness and poor circulation, increasing the risk of … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/8/1126
Investigating the Impact of Exercise on HungerIn this study, researchers looked at what we know about how exercise might affect hunger and appetite control in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The main focus was … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.healio.com/news/psychiatry/20240402/fda-clears-prescription-digital-therapeutic-for-adults-with-major-depressive-disorder
Innovative Treatment for Depression SymptomsThe FDA has approved a new digital therapy called Rejoyn to aid adults battling major depressive disorder (MDD). Developed by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. and Click Therapeutics Inc., Rejoyn offers a 6-week … [Read More]
Original Article: https://abcnews.go.com/Health/scientists-moonshot-project-mapping-human-brain-hopes-helping/story?id=108155734
Advancing Brain Research at the Allen InstituteThe Allen Institute, established by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, is embarking on an ambitious mission: creating a detailed map of the 86 billion neurons in the human brain. This ‘moonshot’ … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medtechdive.com/news/dexcom-over-the-counter-cgm/709615
Expanding Use of Dexcom’s CGMThe FDA recently approved Dexcom’s continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for over-the-counter (OTC) sale. This means people, including those without diabetes and those not on insulin, can purchase it without a prescription. Originally … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa2309822
Investigating MicroplasticsResearchers are looking into the effects of tiny plastic particles, known as microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs), on heart health. While studies on animals suggest they could be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, until recently, … [Read More]
Original Article: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/19322968241236458
Exploring New TechIn a new study, researchers looked at how to use novel consumer electronics such as the Apple Vision Pro (AVP) during surgery on people with diabetes who have developed complications affecting their legs and/or … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/could-an-intervention-as-simple-as-eye-drops-treat-eye-damage-in-diabetes
Diabetes and Eye HealthMore than half a billion adults worldwide have diabetes, mostly type 2. People with diabetes face a higher chance of eye complication l(known asdiabetic retinopathy) and macular edema, which can lead to vision … [Read More]
Original Article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/article-abstract/2812569
The Influence of Social Media on Health InformationIn today’s world, social media has become a major way people get health information. Its widespread use makes it a powerful tool for sharing health-related content. However, it’s not … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/4/469
Assessing ChatGPT’s Dietary Advice AccuracyWe are what we eat. Our daily food choices are incredibly important to maintaining good physical and mental health. Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer (ChatGPT) is gaining popularity among people seeking health information, … [Read More]
