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Blood samples give clue to how key diabetes drug works
BLOOD samples from people in Tayside have helped researchers learn more about a drug used to save the lives of diabetes sufferers. Metformin has been used by millions of people with diabetes for more than 50 years, but scientists have never uncovered how it works. Now, in a study using donated blood samples, scientists have discovered that a gene known as ATM can affect how the drug works.
http://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/Article.aspx/2068349
Hampshire residents with diabetes give festive advice
People with diabetes in Hampshire have stressed that moderation is key when it comes to eating during the Christmas holidays.
Chris Parker, 70, from Winchester, was diagnosed with type two diabetes 12 years ago.
"A good tip at Christmas time is to be aware of portion control," he said. "You can eat a little of many things if they are in the right portion size."
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-12007993
BLOOD samples from people in Tayside have helped researchers learn more about a drug used to save the lives of diabetes sufferers. Metformin has been used by millions of people with diabetes for more than 50 years, but scientists have never uncovered how it works. Now, in a study using donated blood samples, scientists have discovered that a gene known as ATM can affect how the drug works.
http://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/Article.aspx/2068349
Hampshire residents with diabetes give festive advice
People with diabetes in Hampshire have stressed that moderation is key when it comes to eating during the Christmas holidays.
Chris Parker, 70, from Winchester, was diagnosed with type two diabetes 12 years ago.
"A good tip at Christmas time is to be aware of portion control," he said. "You can eat a little of many things if they are in the right portion size."
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-12007993