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Diabetics, De Montfort University researcher's work could change your lives
A researcher at De Montfort University has developed an artificial pancreas that she says could revolutionise the treatment of diabetes. Professor Joan Taylor has created a device that could put an end to daily injections of the hormone insulin that diabetics have to endure to regulate their glucose levels. The small implant contains a solid gel which liquefies when glucose levels rise, transporting insulin to the body. The "smart gel" then re-solidifies when glucose levels have returned to normal. Victoria King, head of research at Diabetes UK, quoted.
http://www.thisisleicestershire.co....nge-lives/article-2658199-detail/article.html
Free diabetes risk assessment tool
A tool designed to identify people at high risk of impaired glucose regulation (prediabetes) and type 2 diabetes is being freely offered to healthcare professionals. Leading health charity Diabetes UK is asking all healthcare professionals to logon to its website and sign up to receive the full, free assessment pack, which includes background information, frequently asked questions, an explanation on how to use the Diabetes Risk Score, and follow up materials. Diabetes UK mentioned.
http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing...diabetes-risk-assessment-tool/5019463.article
Shock as 10,000 face diabetes risk
NEARLY 10,000 people in Worcestershire are risking blindness, heart disease and kidney failure as they unknowingly suffer from diabetes. A study by charity Diabetes UK estimates 33,000 people in the county are suffering from the Type 2 form of the disorder, but 9,400 of these have not yet been diagnosed. Diabetes UK mentioned.
http://www.redditchstandard.co.uk/news26488.html
Virus 'link' to childhood obesity
How the AD36 virus infects people and why it affects people differently is not known A virus which causes respiratory infections has been linked to childhood obesity, in a study that is likely to reignite a controversial debate. Previous animal research has implicated common viruses in weight gain, but the evidence has been disputed.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-11346682
NHS takes new look at diabetic foot care
NICE begins consultation on new guidelines for the care of people with diabetic foot problems in hospital. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued new draft guidance on caring for diabetic foot problems in hospital. NICE says Diabetes is one of the greatest health problems facing the UK today, with an estimated 2.6 million people having type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
http://www.webmd.boots.com/diabetes/news/20100918/nhs-takes-new-look-at-diabetic-foot-care
Why exercise won't make you thin
Got a few pounds to lose? Cancel the gym membership. An increasing body of research reveals that exercise does next to nothing for you when it comes to losing weight. A result for couch potatoes, yes, but also one that could have serious implications for the government's long-term health strategy.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2010/sep/19/exercise-dieting-public-health
?2 heart disease test: Blood screening to revolutionise cardiac and diabetes treatment
A simple ?2 blood test to predict a person's odds of getting heart disease and diabetes is being developed and could save thousands of lives every year. The test would revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of two of Britain's biggest killers and could be available in just five years. Anyone found to be at high risk could then take potentially life-saving steps to improve their health.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...revolutionise-cardiac-diabetes-treatment.html
The attack of the munchies
A Scottish Government survey recently blasted our nation for having the worst diet in the UK. Over two-thirds of Scots men are deemed overweight and more than six out of ten women. In both cases this is far higher than the rest of Britain and Europe. We also have a greater rate of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Glasgow is our takeaway capital with a raft of artery-blocking snacks. Nutritionist Amanda Ursell tells Douglas Walker the meals you should think twice about munching this weekend.
http://www.thesun.co.uk/scotsol/hom...-the-munchies-as-Scots-die-for-takeaways.html
A researcher at De Montfort University has developed an artificial pancreas that she says could revolutionise the treatment of diabetes. Professor Joan Taylor has created a device that could put an end to daily injections of the hormone insulin that diabetics have to endure to regulate their glucose levels. The small implant contains a solid gel which liquefies when glucose levels rise, transporting insulin to the body. The "smart gel" then re-solidifies when glucose levels have returned to normal. Victoria King, head of research at Diabetes UK, quoted.
http://www.thisisleicestershire.co....nge-lives/article-2658199-detail/article.html
Free diabetes risk assessment tool
A tool designed to identify people at high risk of impaired glucose regulation (prediabetes) and type 2 diabetes is being freely offered to healthcare professionals. Leading health charity Diabetes UK is asking all healthcare professionals to logon to its website and sign up to receive the full, free assessment pack, which includes background information, frequently asked questions, an explanation on how to use the Diabetes Risk Score, and follow up materials. Diabetes UK mentioned.
http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing...diabetes-risk-assessment-tool/5019463.article
Shock as 10,000 face diabetes risk
NEARLY 10,000 people in Worcestershire are risking blindness, heart disease and kidney failure as they unknowingly suffer from diabetes. A study by charity Diabetes UK estimates 33,000 people in the county are suffering from the Type 2 form of the disorder, but 9,400 of these have not yet been diagnosed. Diabetes UK mentioned.
http://www.redditchstandard.co.uk/news26488.html
Virus 'link' to childhood obesity
How the AD36 virus infects people and why it affects people differently is not known A virus which causes respiratory infections has been linked to childhood obesity, in a study that is likely to reignite a controversial debate. Previous animal research has implicated common viruses in weight gain, but the evidence has been disputed.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-11346682
NHS takes new look at diabetic foot care
NICE begins consultation on new guidelines for the care of people with diabetic foot problems in hospital. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued new draft guidance on caring for diabetic foot problems in hospital. NICE says Diabetes is one of the greatest health problems facing the UK today, with an estimated 2.6 million people having type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
http://www.webmd.boots.com/diabetes/news/20100918/nhs-takes-new-look-at-diabetic-foot-care
Why exercise won't make you thin
Got a few pounds to lose? Cancel the gym membership. An increasing body of research reveals that exercise does next to nothing for you when it comes to losing weight. A result for couch potatoes, yes, but also one that could have serious implications for the government's long-term health strategy.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2010/sep/19/exercise-dieting-public-health
?2 heart disease test: Blood screening to revolutionise cardiac and diabetes treatment
A simple ?2 blood test to predict a person's odds of getting heart disease and diabetes is being developed and could save thousands of lives every year. The test would revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of two of Britain's biggest killers and could be available in just five years. Anyone found to be at high risk could then take potentially life-saving steps to improve their health.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...revolutionise-cardiac-diabetes-treatment.html
The attack of the munchies
A Scottish Government survey recently blasted our nation for having the worst diet in the UK. Over two-thirds of Scots men are deemed overweight and more than six out of ten women. In both cases this is far higher than the rest of Britain and Europe. We also have a greater rate of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Glasgow is our takeaway capital with a raft of artery-blocking snacks. Nutritionist Amanda Ursell tells Douglas Walker the meals you should think twice about munching this weekend.
http://www.thesun.co.uk/scotsol/hom...-the-munchies-as-Scots-die-for-takeaways.html