Treatment

An Intersecting Journey of Diabetes

An Intersecting Journey of Diabetes

Treating a dog with diabetes for a child with Type 1 reminds Dr. Levetan why she first decided to become an endocrinologist.
ADA Tightens A1C Goals for Children

ADA Tightens A1C Goals for Children

The ADA calls for better blood glucose control in its first-ever Type 1 diabetes position paper.
Type 1 and Working on an Artificial Pancreas

Type 1 and Working on an Artificial Pancreas

A research team member gives us a peek into the University of Virginia’s artificial pancreas program.
A Shot From the Past

A Shot From the Past

A look back at the diabetes home care devices available in the seventies. (Hint: We have it good now!)
Why Do Doctors Miss T1D Diagnoses?

Why Do Doctors Miss T1D Diagnoses?

A new study finds ¼ of new Type 1 cases are only discovered when children are suffering from diabetic ketoacidosis.
The Diabetes Pop Quiz

The Diabetes Pop Quiz

Medical students get their first look at how complicated treating diabetes can be with a first-day class exam.
The Ambulance of Shame

The Ambulance of Shame

Hypoglycemia is hard enough without EMTs guilt-tripping you for it.
An Islet Therapy Pioneer

An Islet Therapy Pioneer

By volunteering to undergo an experimental islet therapy transplant, Chris Stiehl possibly shaved years off the research timeline.
T1D Research Setbacks Can Lead to Breakthroughs

T1D Research Setbacks Can Lead to Breakthroughs

To achieve insulin independence, it’s vitally important to understand why Type 1 diabetes cures for mice don’t work for humans.
Dr. Banting: Called a Failure, Discovers Insulin

Dr. Banting: Called a Failure, Discovers Insulin

How a late-night idea saved the lives of thousands with diabetes and still inspires diabetes researchers today.
The 20 Best U.S. Diabetes Hospitals

The 20 Best U.S. Diabetes Hospitals

U.S. News and World Report releases its 2014 rankings. We’ve included a map and link of each award-winning hospital that made the cut.
6 Tips for a Better Endo Visit

6 Tips for a Better Endo Visit

In her new book, diabetes educator Ginger Vieira provides ideas to improve communication between people with diabetes and doctors.
Diabulimia: It’s Real and It’s Dangerous

Diabulimia: It’s Real and It’s Dangerous

Too many people with Type 1 diabetes skip insulin to lose weight, risking catastrophic long-term medical consequences.
Endo Shortage, New Cell Therapies, Strip Rationing

Endo Shortage, New Cell Therapies, Strip Rationing

Our latest treatment roundup examines the new Type 1 diabetes therapies and the market forces behind them.
Afrezza Has Lift-Off with FDA Approval

Afrezza Has Lift-Off with FDA Approval

But will the FDA’s pulmonary concerns and Exubera’s track record keep this inhalable insulin from getting serious air in the marketplace.
Finding a Path Toward Insulin Independence

Finding a Path Toward Insulin Independence

Type 1 diabetes research has had a lot of dead ends over the years, but Dr. Levetan hopes each research effort can lead to greater T1D understanding.
Insulin Allergies Are For Real

Insulin Allergies Are For Real

Modern formulas of insulin have helped curb allergy reactions, but not eliminated them. Here’s what you need to know.
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