Blood test essential in managing diabetes Mon, 12 Aug, 2013 12:49 AM PDT If you have diabetes, one blood test can help you and your physician monitor your success at controlling your blood sugar over time. The HbA1c test, also known as the hemoglobin A1c or the glycosylated hemoglobin test, is a routine dietary screening for people with diabetes. Continue reading | | BUCCANEERS BALL Mon, 12 Aug, 2013 12:06 AM PDT Saturday, Aug. 17, 6 p.m.-midnight. Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa. Pirate and wench dress highly suggested. Entertainment by The Pirates Charles with special guests Kapt. Kula's Pyrat Party. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Singles, $85; couples, $... Continue reading | | Researchers explore possible gum disease-dementia link Sun, 11 Aug, 2013 10:13 PM PDT Bacteria-laden mouths and bleeding gums are giving researchers plenty to think about. Turns out gum disease is linked to a greater risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, and even pregnancy complications. A study last week found evidence that bacteria linked to gingivitis went to brains afflicted b... Continue reading | |
Alzheimer's risk seen to rise with blood-sugar levels Sun, 11 Aug, 2013 10:12 PM PDT Higher blood-sugar levels, even those well short of diabetes, seem to raise the risk of developing dementia, a major new study finds. Researchers say it suggests a novel way to try to prevent Alzheimer's disease - by keeping glucose at a healthy level. Continue reading | | Discussion on Diabetes Friday in Lakeland Sun, 11 Aug, 2013 09:15 PM PDT Volunteers in Service to the Elderly and Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group is offering a free educational discussion of diabetes from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at the VISTE office at 1232 E. Magnolia St. in Lakeland. Continue reading | |
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