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Alexandria, VA (July 1, 2009)—The American Diabetes Association announced today that David M. Kendall, MD, has been named Chief Scientific and Medical Officer, effective September 21, 2009. Alexandria, VA (June 29, 2009) — Diabetes patients who are hospitalized for non-critical illnesses, and develop hypoglycemia while hospitalized, are likely to remain hospitalized longer and face greater risk of mortality both during and after hospitalization, according to a study published in the July issue of Diabetes Care. Alexandria, VA (June 26, 2009) — Diabetologia, the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), published a series of research papers today examining a possible link between insulin glargine (brand name, Lantus) and cancer. Findings from these research papers are conflicting and inconclusive, and the American Diabetes Association cautions against over-reaction until more information is available. Alexandria, VA (June 25, 2009) — The American Diabetes Association, the nation's leading health organization in the fight to stop diabetes, is pleased to announce that the National Employment Lawyers Association has honored Gary Branham, who successfully fought discrimination based on diabetes, as one of three "Workplace Heroes & Heroines." 06-25-2009 Major League Diabetes Alexandria, VA (June 25, 2009) – It may have been the biggest curveball of Seattle Mariners pitcher Brandon Morrow’s life: type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Forecast, the consumer magazine of the American Diabetes Association, features an interview with the bazooka-armed athlete in the July 2009 issue. 06-09-2009 Factors Affecting Benefit/Harm Of Intensive Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes Reported New Orleans, LA (June 9, 2009) – Factors affecting whether intensive glucose control is likely to reduce or increase the risk of cardiovascular events, including death, based on evidence in the VA Diabetes Trial, were reported in a symposium here today at the American Diabetes Association’s 69th Scientific Sessions. 06-09-2009 Low Blood Glucose Levels Do Not Explain Excess Deaths in ACCORD Trial New Orleans, LA (June 9, 2009) – Low blood glucose levels do not explain the excess deaths seen in the intensive control group of the Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes (ACCORD) trial, according to a report presented here today at the American Diabetes Association’s 69th Scientific Sessions. 06-09-2009 American Diabetes Association Awards Leaders in the Field New Orleans, LA (June 9, 2009) — The American Diabetes Association announced today that several leading researchers, clinicians, and educators in the diabetes field were presented with awards at the organization’s 69th Scientific Sessions, which ends today. 06-09-2009 R. Paul Robertson, MD, Receives American Diabetes Association's Banting Medal for Service New Orleans, LA (June 9, 2009) — The American Diabetes Association announced today that R. Paul Robertson, MD, has received the Association's prestigious Banting Medal for Service. The medal was presented at the Association's 69th Scientific Sessions, which ends today. New Orleans, LA (June 9, 2009) — The American Diabetes Association announced today that Susan McLaughlin, BS, RD, CDE, CPT, has received the Association's prestigious Rachmiel Levine Medal for Service. The medal was presented at the Association's 69th Scientific Sessions, which ends today. New Orleans, LA (June 7, 2009) — The long-awaited results of the Bypass Angioplasty Revascularization Investigation in Type 2 Diabetes (BARI 2D) study, a multicenter trial led by the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health, were reported at a symposium here today at the American Diabetes Association's 69th Scientific Sessions. 06-06-09 Genes Play A Role In Glycemic Control In People With Type 1 Diabetes New Orleans, LA (June 6, 2009) — Researchers have proven that glycemic control in type 1 diabetes is not fully dependent on the individual's behavior, but is in part subject to genetic influence, according to a presentation here today at the American Diabetes Association's 69th Scientific Sessions. 06-05-2009 Overall Cardiovascular Safety Of Rosiglitazone Confirmed In 5½-Year Study New Orleans, LA (June 5, 2009) — Results of the long-awaited Rosiglitazone Evaluated for Cardiac Outcomes and Regulation of Glycaemia in Diabetes (RECORD) study were presented here today in a symposium at the American Diabetes Association's 69th Scientific Sessions. The results are being simultaneously published online in The Lancet. 06-05-2009 International Expert Committee Recommends New Way To Diagnose Diabetes New Orleans, LA (June 5, 2009) — A1C test recommended as tool to diagnose diabetes. An international expert committee assembled by the American Diabetes Association (ADA), International Diabetes Federation (IDF), and European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) is recommending the A1C assay as the new test for the diagnosis of diabetes. Alexandria, VA (June 1, 2009) — American Diabetes Association announces press briefing teleconference schedule for the world’s largest diabetes meeting. Alexandria, VA (June 1, 2009) — The American Diabetes Association has compiled an easy-to-use resource of everyday wisdom to help families live happily and healthfully with these unique challenges. Everyday Wisdom provides helpful ideas for families of children with diabetes, complete with interactive games to help foster and build communication. 05-30-2009 Insulin Resistance Begins in Utero for Babies of Obese Moms Alexandria, VA (May 30, 2009) — Before they are even born, babies of obese mothers begin to develop insulin resistance, according to a study in the June issue of Diabetes Care. Alexandria, VA (May 26, 2009) — President Obama's nomination of Federal Appeals Court Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court of the United States affirms that people with diabetes should not be discriminated against and each person with diabetes should be judged based on his or her merits, not on stereotypes or misinformation about diabetes. Alexandria, VA (May 21, 2009) — Yesterday, a jury in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia found that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) discriminated against Jeff Kapche when it refused to hire him as a Special Agent because of his diabetes. Alexandria, VA (May 19, 2009) – Stuck in a food rut? Diabetes Forecast, the monthly consumer magazine of the American Diabetes Association, provides fresh ideas and tips this June to spice up (or cool down) your meals – without getting in the way of your diabetes management. The June issue features an array of new recipes and smart ideas, from uncommon seasonings to innovative techniques, which will inspire you to get out of that food rut to explore new culinary delights. More than 13,000 top scientists, physicians and other health care professionals from around the world will share cutting-edge research, treatment recommendations and advances toward a cure for diabetes. Keep your readers, viewers and listeners informed of the advances made in fighting this disease that affects nearly 24 million children and adults in the United States, contributes to the deaths of over 230,000 Americans each year and costs our nation $174 billion annually. 05-13-2009 Get Your Bike and Take the Ride of Your Life Alexandria, VA (May 13, 2009) – The American Diabetes Association is challenging riders to take part in the annual Tour de Cure, a cycling event to raise funds to help fight diabetes. More than 40,000 cyclists will be participating in the Tour de Cure at sites throughout the country. All funds raised at the Tour de Cure events will go to support the Association's mission – to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Jacksonville, FL and Alexandria, VA (May 8, 2009) – New recommendations released today by a consensus group of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) are calling for major changes in the way health care professionals treat hospitalized patients with high blood glucose (sugar) levels. The authors recommend revised glucose targets of 140-180 mg/dL in the ICU setting, and between 100-180 mg/dL for most patients admitted to general medical-surgical wards. 04-28-2009 Depression a Major Predictor of Sexual Dysfunction in Women with Type 1 Diabetes (Alexandria, VA, April 28, 2009) — A study in the April issue of Diabetes Care found "modestly high" rates of several types of sexual dysfunction in women with type 1 diabetes, with a strong association between sexual difficulties and depression.
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