Diabetes health needs haven’t stopped for the pandemic People with diabetes may be delaying getting care – so GPs should reach out, according to an expert.
Examining factors that worsen coronavirus severity Certain factors influence the case fatality rate for patients infected with COVID-19, with experts advising such patients to take extra precautions.
Alert issued over diabetic ketoacidosis risk GPs are being warned about the small but definite risk of complications associated with an increasingly common type 2 diabetes management medication.
Causal links established between obesity and 14 major diseases The health issue has been associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and neurological, musculoskeletal and respiratory conditions.
My Health Record aiding diabetes management The system’s contribution to helping manage the chronic disease has been highlighted as part of National Diabetes Week.
Diabetes statistics ‘sobering reminder’ of the need for awareness National Diabetes Week is an important reminder for healthcare providers and patients to be aware of risk factors and early detection.
Old doc, new data: Canaglifozin Can-I-get-a-flozin? Dr Casey Parker examines new evidence for the diabetes medication.
May issue of Australian Journal of General Practice now available The latest issue of the RACGP’s peer-reviewed scholarly journal is available online.
‘Patients don’t need to fear asthma’: Major update to asthma handbook The National Asthma Council has launched a comprehensive update to its guidelines for diagnosis and management of the disease in primary care.
Statins may increase risk of developing type 2 diabetes: New study People taking statins to manage their cholesterol levels may be more likely to develop diabetes over time, according to a large new Dutch analysis.