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High-Dose Statins May Increase Diabetes Risk

June 21st, 2011 Comments off

The strongest doses of cholesterol-lowering statin medications prevent heart attacks and strokes in patients with cardiovascular disease, but they may also modestly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a new study shows.

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CDC: 26 Million Americans Have Diabetes

January 26th, 2011 Comments off

The CDC says about 26 million adult Americans have diabetes and that 79 million more have prediabetes, a condition that raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.

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Inhaled Steroids May Increase Diabetes Risk

December 14th, 2010 Comments off

Using inhaled corticosteroids to treat chronic breathing problems may slightly increase a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a new study finds.

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Green Leafy Veggies May Cut Diabetes Risk

August 19th, 2010 Comments off

People who increase their consumption of green leafy vegetables and fruit and stick to a healthier diet can significantly reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a new study says.

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Green Leafy Veggies May Cut Diabetes Risk