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“A few of my patients are kids. Others are over age 90. But nearly all are overweight or obese.
As a clinical lipidologist – a cholesterol expert – practicing in preventive cardiology, I’ve learned to expect this connection between lipids like cholesterol and triglycerides, pre- and outright diabetes and body weight.”
America faces a good news-bad news situation, according to the newly published annual report from the American Cancer Society.
It can take 17 years for medical breakthroughs to move from the lab to the clinic, where patients can finally benefit. Why the lag?
Heart disease and Type 2 diabetes aren’t just common. They commonly occur together. So why does the health care system force patients with both conditions to treat one disease at a time?
The pandemic has forced many Americans to re-examine their approach to life’s challenges and identify ways to be more efficient in changing times. The same should apply to treating people who live with diabetes.
ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton talks about the importance of being your own advocate and asking your doctor about being screened for diabetes.