Diabetes Blog

Read the latest blogs by our professional diabetes educators and experts on the latest and most important healthcare topics.

Who Can Benefit from the New U-200 Insulin?

Saturday,June 22, 2015
DiabetesCare.net

Sam Grossman provides some information on the recently approved 200 unit/mL formulation of Eli Lilly and Company’s pre-filled pen containing insulin lispro (Humalog U-200 KwikPen).

No Increased Heart Risks for DPP-4 inhibitors

Saturday,July 17, 2015
DiabetesCare.net

According to a study that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, this class of drugs did not increase the risk for cardiovascular events, which was previously discussed and a concern in the medical community.

7 Tips on Safety and Adherence to Medication on Vacation

Saturday,July 24, 2015
DiabetesCare.net

Poor adherence to medical treatment is widespread and well recognized. Here are seven tips to help you adhere to your proper medication usage while on vacation.

Statins: Risk Vs. Reward

Saturday,August 11, 2015
DiabetesCare.net

Dr. Sam Grossman looks at statin use in people at risk for diabetes and discusses the risks versus the benefits.

Jardiance and Heart Disease

Saturday,September 2, 2015
DiabetesCare.net

A new study reports that Jardiance reduces the risk of acute cardiovascular episodes including heart attacks and strokes. Certified diabetes educator Sam Grossman looks at the study and provides analysis.

Does a Popular Type 2 Medicine Create a B12 Deficiency?

Saturday,September 15, 2015
DiabetesCare.net

Chronic usage of metformin, the first-line type 2 medicine, can cause vitamin B12 deficiencies in many people. Sam Grossman talks about what is in the medical literature about this topic and offers some advice to avoid a deficiency in this essential vitamin.