Diabetes News for the Spanish Speaking Community
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/s/viewarticle/continuous-glucose-monitor-benefits-all-ages-diabetes-2024a1000fhy
IntroductionContinuous glucose monitoring (CGM) was introduced over 20 years ago to help people with diabetes monitor their glucose levels more easily and effectively than traditional finger-prick methods. Instead of checking blood sugar through a single test, … [Read More]
Original Article: https://academic.oup.com/tbm/article/14/8/491/7702719?login=false
Overview of Digital Health Technologies (DHTs)
Digital Health Technologies (DHTs) such as mobile health apps, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), and telehealth services offer significant potential to help with self-management of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Despite the increasing … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/irregular-sleep-patterns-increase-type-2-diabetes-risk-2024a1000dgh
Introduction to the StudyA recent study has highlighted a concerning link between irregular sleep patterns and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This research suggests that not having consistent sleep can significantly elevate the … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/more-and-more-are-living-type-1-diabetes-old-age-2024a1000bej
Why are people with T1D Living Longer?More people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) are living into old age thanks to advances in treatment. Unlike type 2 diabetes, which is more common in older adults and often … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/do-artificial-sweeteners-really-help-people-diabetes-2024a1000bhv
Overview of the StudyThis is a frequently asked question by people with diabetes. Recently, researchers investigated whether artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose are helpful for people with diabetes allowing them to achieve better control … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medtechdive.com/news/medcac-medicare-advisory-panel-diabetes-device-evidence/716869
What are the Benefits of New Technologies for Diabetes?In the United States, the Medicare Evidence Development & Coverage Advisory Committee (MEDCAC) recently assessed the effectiveness of advanced diabetes devices. These technologies include continuous glucose monitors and … [Read More]
Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/semaglutide-significantly-improves-chronic-kidney-disease-2024a10009w9
New Hope for Kidney HealthSemaglutide, a medication primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes, has shown significant promise in improving chronic kidney disease, which is a common and serious complication associated with diabetes. In a recent … [Read More]
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.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]
