May 21, 2012: U.S. Teens Heading for Heart Trouble: Study
High 'bad' cholesterol, pre-diabetes or diabetes affect almost one-quarter of teens

May 14, 2012: Eye Changes May Predict Heart Disease in Blacks With Diabetes
Arterial narrowing in retina seen as independent risk factor with type 1 disease, study says

May 11, 2012: Oxygen Therapy Slows Type 1 Diabetes in Mice, Study Says
But whether hyperbaric treatment would help humans is unknown

May 07, 2012: Research May Point to New Obesity Treatments
Making energy-storing white fat act more like energy-burning brown fat might spur weight loss, researchers say

May 04, 2012: Screening for Other Health Problems May Aid COPD Survival
Cancers, heart conditions, diabetes among the diseases that were linked to study patient deaths

May 01, 2012: How That Glass of Red Wine Might Help You Live Longer
Mouse study suggests synthetic form of compound found in grapes deserves a look

April 30, 2012: Routine Kidney Disease Screening Not Worthwhile, Experts Say
But checking those with diabetes, high blood pressure makes sense, doctors agree

April 30, 2012: Being Bullied Tied to Anxiety, Depression in Special-Needs Kids
More than chronic conditions themselves, maltreatment by peers led to mental distress in small study

April 27, 2012: Health Tip: What Constitutes 'Healthy Eating?'
Avoid too much of the same food

April 20, 2012: Depression Linked to Higher Odds for Poor Leg Circulation
In study, depressed patients were more apt to develop peripheral artery disease

April 20, 2012: Value of Metformin, Insulin Combo for Type 2 Diabetes Questioned
Danish analysis suggests that long-term benefit for patients is unclear

April 18, 2012: More Smog Might Mean More Hospitalizations
In New England, Medicare patients from more-polluted areas were more apt to need care

April 17, 2012: Overweight Pregnant Women at Higher Risk for Complications
Moms with elevated blood sugar also may fall under doctors' radar, researchers say

April 17, 2012: Role of Screening, Monitoring in Early Kidney Disease Unclear
Certain blood pressure-lowering drugs most effective treatment, reports review

April 13, 2012: Here Are Fruits, Veggies That Offer Best Bang for Your Buck
Strawberries, pineapple, spinach, broccoli and mustard greens are in season and good for you, experts say

April 13, 2012: Mental Illness Tied to Higher Rates of Physical Problems: Report
More chronic illness, ER visits and hospitalizations with conditions such as depression

April 12, 2012: Obesity's Health Costs Double Earlier Estimates
Total reaches nearly 21% of U.S. health care spending, study says

April 12, 2012: Mouse Study Hints at New Path for Diabetes Treatment
Suppressing the hormone glucagon might lower blood sugar, insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes

April 12, 2012: Health Tip: Consider These Diabetes 'Superfoods'
Offerings that should meld well with a diabetic's meal plan

April 11, 2012: Disrupted Sleep May Raise Risk for Obesity, Diabetes: Study
Researchers found altering amount, timing of rest raised blood sugar levels, slowed metabolism

April 09, 2012: Climate Change Could Be Tough on Seniors' Health: Study
Wide temperature swings in summer could lead to 10,000 excess deaths in U.S. per year

April 05, 2012: Women on Dialysis May Experience Sexual Problems: Survey
Those living without partners more likely to report difficulties, Italian researchers report

April 05, 2012: Improved Stem Cell Line May Avoid Tumor Risk: Study
New line of stem cells may have application for disease-modeling, researchers say

April 03, 2012: You Survived Cancer: Now Pay Attention to Your Overall Health
Half of cancer survivors die of other conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes

April 02, 2012: Personal Gene Mapping Has Limits, Study Says
Commercial genome scans no substitute for healthy lifestyle, medical check-ups

April 02, 2012: Diabetes Drug Metformin Might Also Help Fight Cancer
People taking it seemed to fare better when faced with prostate, pancreatic tumors, studies found

March 29, 2012: Health Tip: Diabetics, Avoid Too Much Salt
Suggestions to help you cut back

March 28, 2012: Obesity Rates Rise Among Mexican-Americans: Report
25-year survey results shed light on nutrition and health changes

March 26, 2012: Ob/Gyn Visit a Good Time to Screen for Heart Disease: Study
Many women are not aware of their cardiovascular risk factors, research shows

March 23, 2012: Treating Gum Disease May Help Diabetics Avoid Complications
Good periodontal care helped reduce hospitalizations, medical costs over time, study found

March 22, 2012: FDA Mulls Expanding Patients' Access to Certain Drugs
Agency is in 2 days of hearings on whether some prescription meds shift to 'conditional' OTC status

March 22, 2012: Health Tip: Choose Diabetes-Friendly Meals
What to look for when dining out

March 21, 2012: U.S. Underestimates Long-Term Costs of Obesity, Experts Say
Because complications take years to develop, they may escape documentation

March 16, 2012: As White Rice Intake Rises, So May Your Risk for Diabetes
Study suggests a link, and healthier whole grain alternatives are out there, experts say

March 14, 2012: Type of Bacteria May Be Linked to Diabetes
Researchers find association between H. pylori infection, type 2 disease

March 08, 2012: Insulin Resistance May Lead to Kidney Disease in the Elderly: Study
Those with metabolic syndrome more likely to see rapid renal-function decline, researchers say

March 08, 2012: Health Tip: Diabetics, Take Care of Your Feet
Reduce the risk of foot ulcers

March 07, 2012: Health Tip: Coping With Diabetes
Accepting your diagnosis

March 01, 2012: Stroke Risk Rises With Duration of Type 2 Diabetes: Study
After 10 years with blood sugar disease, chances of brain attack tripled, researchers say

February 27, 2012: Experimental Drug Shows Promise Against Type 2 Diabetes
The medication appears to control blood sugar without boosting risk for hypoglycemia, study shows

February 24, 2012: Prediabetes Not to Blame for Nerve Damage: Study
Doctors should seek other causes of condition known as polyneuropathy

February 22, 2012: New Guidelines Seek to Prevent Sudden Death in Young Athletes
They recommend all teams have emergency action plans, quick access to defibrillators

February 20, 2012: Korlym Approved for Cushing's Syndrome
Blocks effects of too much cortisol, the so-called 'stress' hormone

February 17, 2012: Specific Dietary Goals May Help Diabetics Eat Better
Given target of eating 8 servings of fruits, nuts and other low glycemic index foods daily, most achieved it

February 13, 2012: Health Tip: If You're Diabetic and Pregnant
Enlist medical professionals to help care for you and your baby

February 10, 2012: When Mom Has Pregnancy Diabetes, Breast-Feeding Curbs Child Obesity
Long-term study found lower BMI in children breast-fed at least 6 months

February 09, 2012: Strutting the Catwalk in Red, Stars Promote 'The Heart Truth'
Annual Red Dress fashion show highlights the leading threat to women's health, heart disease

February 08, 2012: Generic Drugs Easing Out-of-Pocket Medical Costs in U.S.
But meds remain a significant burden for those with low incomes, chronic illnesses, study finds

February 08, 2012: Short Breaks During Exercise OK for Diabetes Control: Study
But with or without pauses, more benefit achieved in low-oxygen setting, study finds

February 07, 2012: Quitting Smoking May Halve Risk of Oral Health Problems
Smokers four times more likely to develop oral conditions, such as mouth cancers, gum disease, study finds