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Stem Cells Could Yield Type 1 Cure in 2-5 Years: Researchers

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Researchers say that could have a cure for Type 1 diabetes in two to five years by using an individual’s own stem cells to create new insulin-producing islet cells (more…)

Diabetes Rising Among Cats and Dogs

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

A new study from Banfield Pet Hospital, a chain of pet hospitals, says that the number of dogs and cats in America with diabetes is growing. (more…)

Insulet Corp. Seeking FDA Approval for Smaller Insulin Pump

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Insulet Corp. says is seeking regulatory approval for a lighter Omnipod insulin management system, according to a recent article from MassDevice. The new version is about two-thirds the size of the previous one and is about a third lighter. (more…)

Pearl Insulin Pump Clears Regulatory Hurdle

Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Asante Solutions said the FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for the company’s Pearl Insulin Pump. Last month, the Pearl also received the CE Mark, a European proof of conformity that certifies the product meets EU safety, health and environmental requirements. (more…)

Charlie Sheen’s Appearance at JDRF Event Turns Some Heads

Thursday, May 12th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Charlie Sheen, the Vatican Assassin and chief warlock made an appearance at a recent diabetes charity event held by the JDRF (more…)

Study Links Diabetes, Autism

Thursday, May 12th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

A new study suggests that women with Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or are obese run an increased risk of giving birth to a child with autism (more…)

Medtronic Slashes Diabetes Unit

Thursday, May 12th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Medtronic, making of diabetes supplies such as insulin pumps, has reportedly cut hundreds of employees from its diabetes business (more…)

Becton Working to Improve Pump Part Technology

Thursday, May 12th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Becton Dickinson said that it is developing technology that can deliver insulin in tandem with the artificial pancreas more efficiently (more…)

Ex-Yankee to Be Honored as JDRF Chapter’s Man of Year

Thursday, May 12th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation names Rick Cerone 2011 Man of the Year at upcoming event. (more…)

Diabetic Driver Runs Over Three in Low Blood Sugar Haze

Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by Chris Frankie

Sixty-eight year old William F. Solomon has pleaded no contest to 12 minor misdemeanor charges relating to a series of car crashes that took place over a six mile span (more…)