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Endocrinology
When puberty arrives too early or too late
October 09, 2021
Puberty will happen for every child, but when it arrives early or is delayed both parent and child may be worried. A presentation at the virtual 2021 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition discussed typical reasons for both early and delayed pubertal development.
Examining the factors that lead to diabetic retinopathy in kids
September 29, 2021
With both type 1 and type 2 diabetes on the rise in children, it’s important to understand the factors that can lead to the development of diabetic retinopathy.
FDA approves BYDUREON BCise for treatment of type 2 diabetes
July 23, 2021
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the AstraZeneca once-weekly injectable therapy for use in children aged 10 to 17 years.
Diagnosing and treating neonatal hypoglycemia
June 28, 2021
A session at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association offered some best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of hypoglycemia.
What are the long-term outcomes of neonatal hypoglycemia?
June 28, 2021
A session at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association examined the potential long-term outcomes for a child who experiences neonatal hypoglycemia.
Extended-wear insulin infusion set leads to greater satisfaction in type 1 diabetes
June 28, 2021
A study presented during a poster session at the American Diabetes Association Virtual 81st Scientific Sessions evaluated performance, safety, and satisfaction of an extended-wear insulin infusion set in patients with type 1 diabetes.
Can food insecurity lead to poorer type 2 diabetes outcomes?
June 27, 2021
A session at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association examines the role food insecurity may play in glycemic control and acute complication among type 2 diabetes patients.
How early childhood nutrition influences future cardiometabolic risks
June 27, 2021
The impact of nutrition in the first years of life on future cardiometabolic health has been generally understood, although gaps about certain populations remain. A session at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association sought to fill the gap for Native American children.
How low socioeconomic status influences disparities in diabetes care
June 26, 2021
Low socioeconomic status is a main driver of disparities in health care. A presentation at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association addressed how they impact pediatric diabetes care.
Using provider education to expand specialty diabetes care to the underserved
June 26, 2021
For many underserved type 1 diabetes patients the ability to seek specialist care is out of reach for a variety of reasons. One program discussed at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association seeks to change that by empowering primary care providers through education to provide much-needed specialist care to those patients.