Dear Doctor: Is starting statin drugs effective for people older than 75?
There haven’t been many studies about starting statins in people as old as you. However, I can tell you that an 84-year-old ...
Healthline23d
What Can You Do to Lower Your A1C Level?
You can lower your A1C level with changes to diet, exercise, and other habits. For some people, medication may also help. Diabetes is a serious, chronic condition that can lead to many ...
Medpage Today on MSN11d
Newer Diabetes Drugs Still Under-Prescribed in High-Risk Patients
NEW ORLEANS -- Patients at a community health center who had type 2 diabetes and a high risk of atherosclerotic ...
Detroit News26d
Dr. Roach: Prediabetic patient doesn’t necessarily need to take medication
My questions are: Should I start taking medication to lower my A1C? Is there damage being done to my body from a slightly elevated A1C? If I wait and monitor my A1C, at what level would I need to ...
Knowridge7d
This heartburn drug may help improve blood sugar in people with diabetes
Antacids are common medications used to relieve heartburn, indigestion, or an upset stomach by neutralizing stomach acid.
Rolling Out3d
Why it is important to know your diabetes numbers daily
Managing diabetes effectively requires constant vigilance and an understanding of various health metrics. Daily monitoring of ...
HealthDay on MSN11d
Technosphere Insulin + Insulin Degludec Noninferior to Usual Care in T1DM
For adults with type 1 diabetes, a regimen of inhaled Technosphere insulin (TI) plus insulin degludec is noninferior t ...
Dorchester Reporter4d
Sense of community boosts morale for diabetes group
Codman Square Community Health Center recently concluded a 12-week group medical visit program designed to support patients struggling with uncontrolled A1c levels (type 2 diabetes) or hypertension.