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Social and Economic Status Linked to Peripheral Artery Disease Risk
Published: Friday, July 18, 2014
In a new study researchers have found that there are higher rates of peripheral artery disease (PAD) in individuals with low income and lower attained education levels.
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Asian Americans at Risk for Obesity Related Disorders
Published: Tuesday, November 26, 2013
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently released the National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (NHANES) with additional data briefs...
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Registered Dietitians Help Manage and Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Published: Thursday, February 09, 2012
Celebrity chef Paula Deen announced on January 17 that she has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and is working with a pharmaceutical company to...
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Group Calls for Public Policy Changes to Combat Pediatric Obesity Epidemic
Published: Tuesday, January 03, 2012
The Endocrine Society recently issued a Position Statement supporting policies that bring together doctors and other healthcare providers, family,...
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Kentucky Becomes First State to Require Licenses for Diabetes Educators
Published: Friday, April 08, 2011
Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear signed a bill recently that requires a license to practice diabetes education, a move that the American Association...
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New Source of Information on Financial Assistance for Diabetics
Published: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
New Source of Information on Financial Assistance for Diabetics Source: NeedyMeds.org Press Release NeedyMeds, the national non-profit, recently...
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Develop an Exercise Plan
Published: Tuesday, June 30, 2009
(Note: Consult your doctor before you begin to determine what type of exercise program is best for you.) Your food and exercise selections...