Tag: Diabetes Management
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Diabetes in Children: Insights from Dr. Olowaro Olopade, Lagos’ Endocrinologist
Childhood Diabetes Isn’t Bound by Age Diabetes can affect anyone, including newborns and very young children. In Nigeria, specialists like Dr. Oluwarotimi Bolaji Olopade, a physician and endocrinologist at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), emphasize that diabetes does not discriminate by age. Through his work with the Endocrine and Metabolism Society of Nigeria (EMSON) and…
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Hearing Loss Risk in Type 2 Diabetes: What Patients Should Know
Overview Hearing health is a growing concern for adults with type 2 diabetes. A review published in the November issue of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery highlights that individuals with type 2 diabetes have a noticeably higher risk of developing hearing loss compared with people without diabetes. While the exact mechanisms remain under study, the finding…
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Workplace Safety and Productivity: What Employers Can Do for Employees with Diabetes
Why Diabetes-Friendly Workplaces Matter World Diabetes Day shines a light on the more than 530 million people living with diabetes and the importance of better care and policies. For employers, creating a diabetes-friendly workplace is not only a humanitarian priority but a smart business strategy. When workers with diabetes feel supported, safety improves, absenteeism declines,…
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How Employers Can Create Safer, More Productive Workplaces for People with Diabetes
World Diabetes Day shines a critical light on the needs of the estimated 530 million people living with diabetes, including millions in the workforce. Employers play a pivotal role in enabling safer, more productive workplaces for staff who manage diabetes daily. By adopting practical policies, training, and accommodations, organizations can reduce health risks, improve morale,…
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World Diabetes Day: Queenslanders Urged to Visit Pharmacies
World Diabetes Day Shines a Light on Diabetes Management in Queensland On World Diabetes Day, health advocates are urging Queensland residents to take proactive steps at local pharmacies. With more than 1.2 million Australians living with type 2 diabetes and around 125 new cases diagnosed daily nationwide, pharmacies across Queensland are stepping up to offer…
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World Diabetes Day: Queenslanders and Community Pharmacy
World Diabetes Day: A timely reminder for Queenslanders World Diabetes Day serves as a critical reminder for people across Queensland to take proactive steps in managing a condition that affects more than a million Australians. With type 2 diabetes continuing to rise, community pharmacies across the state are stepping up to offer accessible care, practical…
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Type 1 Diabetes Is Worse in the Young: Why It Strikes Early
Understanding the disparity: Type 1 diabetes in children vs. adults Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. While the disease can affect people of any age, mounting research suggests that when it develops in children and adolescents, it often presents more aggressively…
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Why Type 1 Diabetes Is More Severe in the Young: What Researchers Have Found
Understanding the Growing Challenge of Type 1 Diabetes in Children Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly targets the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. While the disease affects people of all ages, evidence increasingly shows that it can behave more aggressively when it begins in childhood. This…
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A Machine Learning Model to Predict Heart Failure Risk in Type 2 Diabetes: Development and External Validation
Overview Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) significantly increases the risk of heart failure (HF), posing a major challenge for clinicians managing cardiovascular health in diabetic patients. In China, where T2DM affects a substantial share of the adult population, accurate risk stratification is essential to guide preventive strategies and optimize resource allocation. Recent research has focused…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Comorbidities among Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Nepal
Introduction Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a rising public health challenge in Nepal, mirroring global trends. Beyond hyperglycemia, many patients live with additional health conditions—cardiovascular disease, obesity, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, dyslipidemia, and musculoskeletal disorders—that complicate treatment and worsen outcomes. Understanding the prevalence and determinants of these comorbidities is essential for clinicians, policymakers, and…