Diabetes

March 9, 2009 -- "I thank you for your executive order on federal support for human embryonic stem cell research, and applaud your decision to issue presidential guidance on scientific integrity," AAAS CEO Alan I. Leshner, executive publisher of Science, wrote in a letter to U.S. President Barack Obama. It was the association's first letter to Obama since his 20 January 2009 inauguration as president of the United States.

Read the full text of AAAS's letter to President Barack Obama (pdf).    » read more »

March 09, 2009 -- MADISON – Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s plans to sign an Executive Order that lifts restrictions on federal funding for human embryonic stem cell research.

“President Obama’s commitment to lifting the restrictions on stem cell science is a great step forward, and I want to thank him for his decision.

"The ultimate goal of stem cell research is curing illness, alleviating suffering and saving lives. It is in the best interest of patients and families that we pursue all the promising avenues of stem cell research, and studying embryonic stem cells is essential to scientific discovery and future breakthroughs.    » read more »

Announces $101.8 Million in New State Funding for Stem Cell Research

March 9, 2009 -- “Today, President Obama demonstrated admirable leadership in reversing a Bush administration initiative that for years has placed limits on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research.

"The President’s Executive Order will expand opportunities for medical researchers to study new treatments and potentially find cures for some of the most debilitating and life-threatening conditions, including spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease and juvenile diabetes.    » read more »

March 9, 2009 -- Michigan Governor Jennifer M. Granholm issued the following statement on President's Obama's announcement on federal funding for stem cell research :

"I applaud President Obama for lifting the restrictions on federal funding for stem cell research. Last fall, Michigan citizens voted to lift state restrictions, because they believe stem cell research has the potential to save lives and prevent disease.

"Today's announcement is particularly important to the University of Michigan, a world leader in adult stem cell research, which announced it is launching a major new embryonic stem cell initiative in its effort to find cures for spinal cord injuries and diseases like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, juvenile diabetes, and even some forms of cancer."    » read more »

03/09/2009 -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s executive order that rolls back restrictions on federal funding of human embryonic stem cell research:    » read more »

February 29, 2008 -- ROCHESTER, Minn. — The incidence of type 2 diabetes is rising, especially in urbanized parts of the world where sedentary lifestyles and obesity abound. In addition to weight and inactivity, race puts some people at increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The incidence of diabetes is rapidly increasing globally, and Asian Indians have the highest prevalence. An estimated 32 million Asian Indians have been diagnosed with this condition, and some experts expect this number to double over the next 30 years.    » read more »

29 January 2008 -- The World Health Organization estimates 180 million people have diabetes and that number could double by the year 2030. The most prevalent form of the disease is often associated with obesity and lack of exercise.

The American Diabetes Association reports that as many as 21 million Americans have the disease caused by the body's inability to process insulin -- a hormone that regulates blood sugar. The association also says another six million may have it, but are still undiagnosed. It is a disease that can strike at any age, even among children.    » read more »

Illinois Governor Blagojevich issues state proclamation to support awareness effort; Sears Tower among hundreds of world landmarks to light up in blue

November 13, 2007 -- (Des Moines) – Today, Iowa Governor Chet Culver issued a proclamation declaring November 14, 2007, as Diabetes Day in Iowa.

“Diabetes is an illness that affects thousands of Iowans and millions around the globe,” said Governor Culver. “I am honored to declare Diabetes Day in Iowa to raise awareness of this important issue and encourage Iowans to get involved in the fight to cure this disease.”    » read more »

ABCNEWS.com to Offer Comprehensive Online Diabetes Resource Center

Friday, November 09, 2007 -- According to the American Diabetes Association, 20.8 million Americans have diabetes and almost one third of them are undiagnosed. To mark the first World Diabetes Day, November 14th, and National Diabetes Month, ABC News will present a special series, "The Fight Against Diabetes," beginning Sunday, November 11. As part of the division-wide series, ABC News will offer a comprehensive online resource featuring a dedicated site, the ABC News OnCall+ Diabetes Center.    » read more »

A Proclamation By the President of the United States of America

October 31, 2007 -- Diabetes is a debilitating disease that affects millions of Americans of all ages and all walks of life. National Diabetes Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about risk factors, prevention, and treatment of this serious disease.    » read more »

30 September 2007 -- The World Heart Federation says heart disease and stroke are the world's largest killers, claiming 17.5 million lives a year. Marking World Heart Day, the Federation says knowing the risk factors and leading a healthy active lifestyle can largely prevent people from getting these chronic, ultimately fatal diseases.

The World Heart Federation says heart disease and stroke are commonly believed to be diseases of the wealthy. But studies show 80 percent of all deaths from these chronic illnesses occur in low and middle-income countries.    » read more »

- One-Year Data Showed Investigational Use of Initial Combination Therapy with JANUVIA™ (sitagliptin) and Metformin Significantly Improved Blood Sugar Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Compared to Metformin Alone
- Data Also Showed that Initial Combination Therapy with JANUVIA and Metformin Led to Significant Improvement in Markers of Beta Cell Function in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

St. Louis, Sept. 6, 2007 — Women who are obese, have type 2 diabetes or a family history of type 2 diabetes could one day have more successful pregnancies because of a study at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

This study, performed in mice, suggests that Metformin, the most commonly prescribed anti-diabetes drug, could potentially improve pregnancy outcomes in women with insulin resistance.    » read more »

5-Sep-2007 -- How environmental stress contributes to cardiovascular disease and type II diabetes is under study at the Medical College of Georgia.

The study, which follows 523 pairs of twins, is funded by a $1.7 million continuation grant from the National Institutes of Health.    » read more »