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Genetic Dysfunction in Melatonin Receptor Gene May Be Responsible for Diabetes

A hormone called melatonin that helps control the sleep-wake cycle is also responsible for the function of insulin. When the function of this hormone is disrupted because of a genetic mutation, it appears to increase the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes finds researchers at Imperial College London.
Type 2 Diabetics not on Insulin Gain Little from Self-Monitoring

Results of a study review suggest self-monitoring for patients with Type 2 diabetes, who are not on insulin has little benefit.
CDC Issues Clinical Reminder for Safe Use of Insulin Pens

As there are more reports of the improper use of insulin pens, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a clinical reminder about the risks involved, especially the sharing of the device among more than one person.
Paula Deen Wants Americans to See Diabetes in a New Light

After much speculation, Paula Deen, the 64-year-old Food Network Star, has revealed that she has in fact been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
Insulin therapy may reduce cardiovascular disease in diabetics

Insulin therapy might help repair atherosclerotic lesions in diabetic patients, new study shows.
New hi-tech glucose meter connects diabetics to the Internet

Diabetics often record their glucose measurements on paper and, on occasion, discuss them with their physician. By the end of January, diabetics will be able to own a new “smart” glucose meter that can do much more. The Telcare device, manufactured by a small start-up company with the same name, is now available for preorder. Telcare notes that their meter is the first with wireless technology that instantly transmits glucose readings to the patient’s private online database, which can be accessed by the patient or, with permission, by a physician, caregiver, or family member. The online system charts the results to highlight trends and detect problems; the database can be accessed via a Web browser or an iPhone app. It automatically transmits relevant feedback, such as whether a patient’s readings appear high or low, and allows physicians to respond.
Shorter, More Intense Workouts Best for Lowering Blood Sugar

Exercise is a powerful tool to help those with Type 2 diabetes control blood sugar levels. The current recommendation is to achieve at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise each week, which equals about 30 minutes a day, five days out of seven. However, many patients struggle to meet these guidelines, citing reasons such as lack of time. A new study nips those excuses in the bud, by suggesting that the same blood sugar benefits can be achieved with shorter, but more intense bouts of exercise.
Diabetics have increased breast cancer risk, new study reports

. A case-control study, which extracted data from Sweden's extensive birth-to-death population registry and a national prescription registry revealed that diabetes was associated with a nearly 40% increase in risk for breast cancer.
New criteria for gestational diabetes diagnoses

the use of more stringent criteria for diagnosing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with a 137% increase in prevalence (number of cases)
Vitamin D fortified yogurt may cut diabetes heart risks

Researchers say diabetic who consume vitamin D fortified yogurt might cut their risk of heart disease. In an investigation, yogurt drinks fortified with vitamin D improved biomarkers of poor blood vessel health that can lead to atherosclerosis and heart disease.