Diabetes News for the Spanish Speaking Community
Original Article: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2468653024005827
Protective Role of GLP-1 RAs and FenofibratesA study found that certain medications, like GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and fenofibrates (a medicine that can lower the level of cholesterol in the blood), can lower the risk … [Read More]
Original Article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2825349
GLP-1 Medications Gaining PopularityNew medications called Glucagon Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (known as GLP-1 RAs such as Semaglutide and Liraglutide), have grown increasingly popular for people with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity. These medications are used … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/knowledge-gaps-about-obesity-medicine-seen-primary-care-2024a1000k9c
Limited Knowledge Among ProvidersA study at a Boston safety-net hospital revealed significant knowledge gaps in obesity care among primary care providers. Out of 96 surveyed, many lacked confidence in prescribing anti-obesity medications (AOMs), especially non-GLP-1 options. … [Read More]
Original Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39578435/
What is AI, and How Does It Help with Diabetes?Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that mimics human intelligence to solve complex problems. In diabetes care, AI is increasingly used to manage complications such as hypoglycemia … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adn5421
The First 1,000 Days: A Critical Health WindowThe first 1,000 days of life, starting from conception to age 2, are vital for long-term health. Research shows that poor diet during this period can increase the risk … [Read More]
Original Article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2826006
What the Study FoundA new study shows that patients with large fluctuations in blood pressure over time experience faster vision loss due if they also have glaucoma. Researchers found that both higher variability and interactions between … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/building-ai-army-digital-twins-fight-cancer-2024a1000khq
What Are Digital Twins?Digital twins are advanced computer programs that simulate a real person using detailed data, such as genetics, cancer type, and treatment history. These virtual copies can predict disease progression, test treatments, and help … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/do-patients-anti-obesity-drugs-decrease-alcohol-use-2024a1000kf9
Emerging Connections Between Weight Loss and Alcohol ReductionExciting new research suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists—medications such as semaglutide and liraglutide, which are increasingly popular for obesity treatment—might also help to reduce alcohol consumption. Around half of … [Read More]
Original Articles: – https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/being-weekend-warrior-linked-lower-dementia-risk-2024a1000k28https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2024/09/26/bjsports-2024-108460
Rising Dementia Rates and Importance of Physical ActivityDementia cases are expected to grow significantly worldwide, especially in Latin America, where the increase could reach 200%. Identifying ways to reduce dementia risk is crucial, and … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/ai-assisted-colonoscopy-linked-higher-rate-benign-lesion-2024a1000k32
Higher Detection Rates but More Benign FindingsArtificial intelligence-assisted colonoscopy (AIAC) can improve the early detection of pre-cancerous lesions such as adenomas. However, studies reveal that AIAC also increases the chance of removing benign lesions—growths that pose … [Read More]
