The Voice of Diabetes
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Flu And Diabetes, Blood Sugar Counts, January 11, 2014
Influenza is one of the greatest health threats worldwide. Cells with higher levels of glucose are more likely to become infected with the flu virus. We uncover the latest research on how glucose drives cellular proteins responsible for unlocking the
Frostbite: Often Overlooked With Diabetes, January 4, 2014
You don't have to be an arctic explorer to experience frostbite. Zackary Martin, M.D., C.W.S., of Midwest Regional Medical Center, brings his emergency room experiences to the specialty of wound care and diabetes. Discussion focuses on prevention and
2014: The Year Of Thriving With Diabetes, December 28, 2013
Ronald Painton, M.D., Endocrinologist and Lecturer is our guest. 70 years of combined wisdom, advice and inspiration with Anastasia and Dr. Painton as they discuss common diabetes challenges during the holidays and New Year’s resolutions. A practica
Bugs And Diabetes? December 21, 2013
How can bugs advance the cause of diabetes research? Dr. Leslie Pick, Chair of the Entomology Department, University of Maryland, explains this week on VoD. Her team's work with fruit flies has revealed an interesting and valuable link between humans
Obesity Myths And Diabetes, December 14, 2013
The Voice of Diabetes welcomes Hal Scofield, M.D., Professor of Internal Medicine, Director of the Endocrinology Fellowship Program, College of Medicine, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Member of Arthritis and Immunology Oklahoma Medical Re
Wound Care And Diabetes, December 7, 2013
When you develop a wound, particularly on your feet or legs, you are entering a critical period when every effort must be made to control and heal the damaged area. With diabetes, wounds can quickly digress to a gangrenous stage which can lead to amputa
Sleepless In Oklahoma With Diabetes, November 9, 2013
Sleep Apnea is a widespread problem in Oklahoma. The high rate of obesity leads to chronic obstruction of airways which, in turn, leads to interruption of normal sleep patterns. Sleep Apnea can cause heart problems, diabetes, lack of proper rest and e
Smoking And Diabetes, Bad Combination, November 2, 2013
Diabetes and smoking is not a recipe for wellness. While smoking is trending downward in the general population, people with diagnosed diabetes try more often to stop smoking but have less success than those without diagnosed diabetes. Amy Z. Fan, M.D
Mind Over Matter - Diabetes Complications, October 26, 2013
Can we think ourselves thin? Is the way we think the primary reason for obesity and diabetes? Dr. Steven Sternlof, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, Harold Hamm Oklahoma Diabetes Center, Owner: Psychology Specialists of Oklahoma, PLLC, talked to us on the
What Does Fatty Liver Have To Do With Diabetes? October 19, 2013
What is the “silent killerâ€? When you talk about diabetes the “silent killer†could be any number of different complications associated with the disease. This week on the Voice of Diabetes we will be talking about fatty liver disease. Whatâ€