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An endocrinologist specializing in thyroid cancer and creator of the Hemoglobin A1c test for diabetes reflects on his career, offering advice for aspiring researchers.
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What about the kidneys make them a hotspot for COVID-19’s cytokine storm? A research team says it’s the presence of a protein found on specialized renal transport cells.
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Preliminary observations of COVID-19 patients with diabetes inspired an algorithm for glucose monitoring that’s suspected to help combat the virus’ serious complications.
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When Elizabeth Weiser Caswell had two of three sons diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, she became relentless in her pursuit of more diabetes research, education and a cure. Now, her family is giving a $30 million gift to U-M in her honor.
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An endocrinologist with diabetes shares guidance on how to manage the condition during the pandemic.
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Recent studies are uncovering how diabetes may structurally alter the brain, leading to cognitive decline.
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Although low carb diets are often prescribed for diabetes patients, you shouldn’t cut them out completely. A registered dietitian shares the benefits of carbs and offers a well-balanced recipe to try at home.
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An innovative team at Michigan Medicine’s Arvan Lab reveals how proinsulin misfolding is a hallmark of prediabetes that can worsen the condition.
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A blood test in patients with diabetes reveals how levels of a protein associated with brain cell death could predict the risk of a future stroke.
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A review of patient data finds a potential link to costly diabetic eye treatments. It also underscores the need for collaborative care.
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A federal grant has helped U-M and five other institutions launch a collaborative effort to research the common and costly complication of diabetes.
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A program that provides peer-to-peer health counseling applies U-M research in a faith-based setting. See how it’s helping parishioners in need.
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Medication for diabetic eye disease is crucial, but it’s hard to tell in advance when and how often patients might need it. New research aims to provide insight.
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People with type 1 and 2 diabetes are at risk of diabetic retinopathy. Learn about diabetic retinopathy symptoms and treatment.
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Eye issues may seem far in the future for children and teenagers with diabetes, however a new study shows why diabetic eye issues shouldn’t be overlooked, regardless of patient age.