Diabetes

The Pharmacy Times® Diabetes Resource Center is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and expert insights on the treatment of a group of chronic diseases that result in high blood glucose.

Aflibercept Leads to Sustained Improvements in Vision for Patients with Diabetic Macular Edema, Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration

October 05, 2022

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Aflibercept 8 mg demonstrated non-inferiority in vision gains in both the 12- and 16-week dosing regimens.

Expert: ‘Huge Opportunity for Pharmacy Reimbursement’ in Diabetes Self-Management Education Services

October 04, 2022

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Through gamification and food-focused activities, pharmacists can incentivize patient engagement in these services, even if offered outside the pharmacy.

Glargine May Be Effective Addition to Metformin in Maintaining Target Glycated Hemoglobin Levels for Type 2 Diabetes

September 28, 2022

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New research suggests patients with type 2 diabetes who have elevated glycated hemoglobin levels, even when on metformin, could benefit by adding glucose-lowering glargine.

Continuous Glucose Monitors Offer Substantial Glucose Improvements in Patients with Poorly Controlled Diabetes

September 28, 2022

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Continuous glucose monitors eliminate the need for frequent fingerstick use and carrying blood glucose monitoring supplies.

FreeStyle Libre System Reduces Diabetes-Related Hospitalizations for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

September 23, 2022

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The study also showed sustained reductions in hospitalizations over a 2-year period of FreeStyle Libre system use.

Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Semaglutide May Also Treat Obesity

September 22, 2022

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Semaglutide is a traditional type 2 diabetes treatment that may help obese individuals lose weight, especially if given at a higher dose.

Study: Increased Diet of Fish, Fiber, Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Decrease Risk of Death in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes

September 20, 2022

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Adults with type 2 diabetes may benefit from eating more whole grains, fish, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids in their diet, which could lower co-morbidities associated with death.

Study: Moderate Dairy Consumption Could Decrease Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

September 20, 2022

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New research suggests that 200 g/day of milk can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 10%.

Pharmacy Care Coaches Improve Outcomes in Patients With Diabetes

September 16, 2022

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Care Coach program offers a comprehensive set of pharmacy and counseling services to patients struggling to manage their diabetes.

Onset of Type 2 Diabetes in Adults Aged 40 or Younger Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

September 15, 2022

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Researchers found that patients diagnosed with early-onset type 2 diabetes have a greater risk of premature death than the general population.