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Diabetes Notes

April 3rd, 2007

Diabetes Has Become A Global Epidemic

The International Diabetes Federation accomplished their main objective when the general assembly of the United Nations passed a resolution recognizing the worldwide diabetes epidemic. Diabetes affects 246 million people globally. That number is expected to increase by at least 50% in the next 15 years.
The IDF-led Unite for Diabetes campaign, which has […]

By Kendra James, RN -- 2 comments

April 1st, 2007

Federal Approval For New Type 2 Diabetic Medication Janumet

Type 2 diabetics have something to celebrate. There is a 2 in 1 pill that was given federal approval this week. It is called Janumet. The medication is a combination of metformin and Januvia, 2 pills that are being taken separately by diabetics to help control their blood sugar.
Merck hopes the […]

By Kendra James, RN -- 7 comments