November 2005 - Volume 58 Number 11
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November 2005 Table of Contents
FOR TYPE 1
ADA Research Profile
Type 1 diabetes is associated with low bone density and a higher risk of fractures, but scientists aren't sure why. Mari Palta, PhD, intends to find out.
By Terri Kordella
Features
A How-To For A Healthier You
A new online tool flags your health risks.
By Melody Merin
Diabetes Advisor
Teens with type 2 and artery disease; meditation helps blood pressure; and more.
By Shauna S. Roberts, PhD
Sailing On A Wave Of New Research—Part 2
We continue our coverage of the American Diabetes Association's 65th Scientific Sessions in San Diego, with news about undiagnosed kidney disease, soda and weight gain, and more.
By Terri Kordella
Kids' Corner
"A Day On The Trail." Fiction by Jamie McCarty.
Keep It Clean—How To Avoid A Scrape With Infection
A simple cut or scrape may seem harmless. But if you don't treat a surface wound carefully, you could be setting yourself up for trouble.
By Terri Kordella
SPECIAL SECTION
Your Easy Holiday Feast
In this Forecast special section, we offer you ways to breathe new life into your holiday menus.
- Make-Ahead Masterpiece
- Traditional Fare With A Twist
- Crowd-Pleasing Cooking
Departments
Guest Editorial
Diabetes, Past And Future
By Claresa Levetan, MD
Mail Call
Recipe Cards
Pepperoni Pinwheels. Triple-Herbed Tomatoes. Hummus Dip. Melon with Creamy Dipping Sauce.
Diabetes Advocate
More on the Association's "Safe At School" campaign.
Do Write
Making Friends
Shopper's Guide
Reflections
Six-year-old Molly Ormsbee rides her bike to raise money for diabetes, a disease she has lived with much of her young life.
Practical Living
Ask Us
Nighttime hypos; whole or plasma blood?
Your Healthy Heart
A heart remembers: another reason tight control matters.
Diabetes Basics
Glucagon can be a lifesaver.
Just For Teens
Dealing with severe low blood glucose.
