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Diabetes Blog

By Debra Manzella, R.N., About.com Guide to Diabetes

Got Enough Fiber?

Tuesday September 26, 2006
Although it has been shown that fiber intake does not seem to have an affect on colon cancer risk, it does reduce the risk of developing other serious conditions such ... Read More

Walmart Launches $4.00 Generic Drug Program

Friday September 22, 2006
The Walmart Corporation announced big news Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006. They have unveiled a new prescription drug program which offers a list of 291 generic drugs which they will sell ... Read More

When Exercise Hurts

Wednesday September 20, 2006
Everyone seems to be getting on the exercise bandwagon these days, but there's a reason why exercise is such a big deal. Exercise is one of the best things you ... Read More

New Diabetes Vaccine To Be Trialed

Wednesday September 20, 2006
Scientists in the United Kingdom have been working on a possible vaccine to prevent Type 1 diabetes in people who are at high risk. Type 1 diabetes is caused ... Read More

Groundbreaking Study Shows Avandia Reduces Risk Of Diabetes

Sunday September 17, 2006
A three-year, international trial involving 191 clinics in 21 countries demonstrates that diabetes may be held at bay with preventative drug therapy. The study known as DREAM (Diabetes Reduction Assessment ... Read More

Find Out Your Risk For Diabetes

Wednesday September 13, 2006
The American Diabetes Association offers a free Diabetes Risk Test to help determine if diabetes is in your future. The test addresses age, weight, exercise level, family history, and if ... Read More

Speak Up For Your Health

Thursday September 7, 2006
In these days of understaffed, overworked healthcare facilities, the patient is the one who ultimately pays the price. More and more, people need to become their own advocates to make ... Read More

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