Tag: Gestational Diabetes
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International Consensus Guides Diabetes Technology Use During Pregnancy
New Consensus Sets Global Standards for Diabetes Technology in Pregnancy In a landmark move, the diaTribe Foundation released the first international consensus statement focused on the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and automated insulin delivery (AID) during pregnancy. The guidance is designed to help clinicians, pregnant people with diabetes, and their care teams navigate…
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Lifestyle Interventions Prove Effective in Reducing Gestational Diabetes Risk
New Findings Highlight the Power of Lifestyle Interventions in Gestational Diabetes Prevention A recent study, co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe of the UCD School of Medicine and led by researchers at the University of Liverpool, provides compelling evidence that structured lifestyle interventions can significantly reduce the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). The work adds…
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Lifestyle Interventions Cut Gestational Diabetes Risk, Study Finds
Groundbreaking findings on gestational diabetes risk A new study co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe of the UCD School of Medicine and led by researchers at the University of Liverpool highlights the powerful role of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes (GDM). As gestational diabetes continues to pose risks for both mother and…
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Lifestyle Interventions Cut Gestational Diabetes Risk, New Research Shows
Groundbreaking findings on gestational diabetes prevention New research co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe of the UCD School of Medicine and led by the University of Liverpool provides compelling evidence that lifestyle interventions during pregnancy can significantly reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. This large-scale investigation adds to a growing body of work suggesting that practical,…
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Could Pregnancy Reveal A Woman’s Hidden Health Risks? Lessons From a Stroke Survivor
Introduction: A telling link between pregnancy and heart health When a woman experiences a serious health event after childbirth—such as a stroke in her late forties—questions naturally arise about what pregnancy reveals about long-term health. While pregnancy is not a crystal ball, it can illuminate a woman’s vulnerability to certain conditions later in life. The…
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Pregnancy Signals: How a Woman’s Pregnancies Can Reveal Future Health Risks
Introduction A woman’s health can reveal patterns that extend far beyond the years of childbirth. Emerging research shows that experiences during pregnancy—especially complications—can foretell future health risks. This connection is not about predicting doom; it’s about using pregnancy as a window into a woman’s long-term well-being and guiding proactive care. Pregnancy as a Health Predictor…
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Pregnancy Signals: How it Could Foretell a Woman’s Future Health
Understanding the Link Between Pregnancy and Future Health For years, doctors treated pregnancy as a temporary condition. Yet growing evidence suggests that what happens during pregnancy can reveal a woman’s long-term health risks, particularly for cardiovascular disease. Complications such as high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and excessive weight gain aren’t just pregnancy issues—they can…
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Gestational Diabetes Rises: Alarming U.S. Maternal Health Trend
New analysis uncovers a sustained rise in gestational diabetes Gestational diabetes, a condition that develops during pregnancy and can affect both mother and baby, has been rising in the United States. A Northwestern Medicine analysis of more than 12 million births shows the condition increased every year from 2016 through 2024, culminating in a 36%…
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World Diabetes Day 2025: Doctor explains why diabetes hits women harder than men
World Diabetes Day 2025 shines a light on women’s health As the world marks World Diabetes Day 2025, medical professionals are emphasizing a clear message: diabetes affects women differently, often more intensely, than men. A recent round of expert insights highlights biological and lifestyle factors that contribute to higher risk, later diagnosis, and more complex…
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Different Types of Diabetes Explained: What You Need to Know
Understanding the Different Types of Diabetes Diabetes is a condition that affects how your body uses blood sugar. It’s not just one disease but a family of disorders with similar consequences: high blood glucose. While Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are the most well-known, there are several other forms that people may encounter. Knowing…