Novel Therapies for Diabetic Kidney Disease: Storied Past and Forward Paths
IN BRIEF Current therapeutic approaches are only moderately efficacious at preventing the progression of diabetic kidney disease (DKD). As the number of people with DKD continues to rise worldwide, there is an urgent need for novel therapies. A better understanding of the root causes and molecular mechanisms of DKD pathogenesis has enabled the identification of numerous new therapeutic targets, including advanced glycation end products, reactive oxygen species, protein kinase C, and serum amyloid A. Although experimental studies have illustrated the potential of such approaches, challenges in clinical translation remain a ...
Source: Diabetes Spectrum - August 14, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Dieter, B. P.; Alicic, R. Z.; Meek, R. L.; Anderberg, R. J.; Cooney, S. K.; Tuttle, K. R. Tags: From Research to Practice Source Type: research

Laboratory Assessment of Diabetic Kidney Disease
This article provides information that will enable diabetes educators and other clinicians to properly interpret eGFR and UACR laboratory results in the identification and management of CKD. (Source: Diabetes Spectrum)
Source: Diabetes Spectrum - August 14, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Narva, A. S.; Bilous, R. W. Tags: From Research to Practice Source Type: research

Guest Editor
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - August 14, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Tags: From Research to Practice Source Type: research

Diabetic Kidney Disease: A Call to Action: Preface
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - August 14, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tuttle, K. R. Tags: From Research to Practice Source Type: research

Diabetic Kidney Disease: Much Progress, But Still More to Do
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - August 14, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Molitch, M. E. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast: Examining Diabetes Self-Care
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Weinger, K. Tags: 2014 Outstanding Educator in Diabetes Award Lecture Source Type: research

The Times They Are A-Changin'
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Cypress, M. Tags: 2014 Presidential Address Source Type: research

Health Care Transformation Initiatives in Type 2 Diabetes Care: A Qualitative Study in the Cincinnati Beacon Community
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Christopher, R.; Trudnak, T.; Hemenway, R.; Bolton, S.; Tobias, B.; Fairbrother, G. Tags: Care Innovations Source Type: research

Assessment of Group-Based Diabetes Education Using the "Continuing Your Journey With Diabetes" Conversation Map in the Veteran Population
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Walter, A. N.; Stading, J. A.; Qi, Y. Tags: Lifestyle and Behavior Source Type: research

Case Study: Use of GLP-1 Receptor Agonist in a Patient on Intensive Insulin Therapy
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Wiley, K. C.; Akiyode, R.; Nunlee-Bland, G. Tags: Pharmacy and Therapeutics Source Type: research

The Role of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Reproductive and Metabolic Health: Overview and Approaches for Treatment
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Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Dennett, C. C.; Simon, J. Tags: Nutrition FYI Source Type: research

Translating an Evidence-Based Diabetes Education Approach Into Rural African-American Communities: The "Wisdom, Power, Control" Program
Conclusions. Findings from this study demonstrate the initial success of translating a culturally adapted DSME program into rural African-American communities. The study highlights important lessons learned in the process of implementing this type of program in a real-world setting with a minority population. (Source: Diabetes Spectrum)
Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Pena-Purcell, N. C.; Jiang, L.; Ory, M. G.; Hollingsworth, R. Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: research

Targeted Recruitment of Adults With Type 2 Diabetes for a Physical Activity Intervention
This study examined the recruitment strategies used for a randomized, controlled trial designed to investigate the efficacy of an automated telephone intervention to promote physical activity in adults with type 2 diabetes in an urban Veterans Administration health care system. Traditional recruitment approaches of posting flyers and obtaining referrals from clinicians did not yield sufficient numbers of interested patients. Using the electronic medical record system to identify patients with uncontrolled diabetes allowed staff to send targeted mailings to participants, and 77% of participants were recruited using this met...
Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Johnson, E. J.; Niles, B. L.; Mori, D. L. Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: research

Using Photography as a Method to Explore Adolescent Challenges and Resilience in Type 1 Diabetes
This study sought to better understand the perspectives of youths with type 1 diabetes according to key demographic variables. We conducted an exploratory study through which 40 youths were provided with disposable cameras and prompted to take five photographs each that captured what diabetes meant to them and to provide narratives to accompany their photo choices. Demographic variables examined included sex, age, disease duration, socioeconomic status (SES), race, and glycemic control (A1C). Content analysis was used for photos and open-ended responses to assign photo index scores, which were then analyzed by demographic ...
Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Walker, A. F.; Johnson, C.; Schatz, D. A.; Silverstein, J. H.; Lyles, S.; Rohrs, H. J. Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: research

Going Mobile With Diabetes Support: A Randomized Study of a Text Message-Based Personalized Behavioral Intervention for Type 2 Diabetes Self-Care
Conclusions. This study demonstrated a practical approach to implementing and monitoring a mobile health intervention for self-management support across a wide range of independent clinic practices. (Source: Diabetes Spectrum)
Source: Diabetes Spectrum - May 15, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Capozza, K.; Woolsey, S.; Georgsson, M.; Black, J.; Bello, N.; Lence, C.; Oostema, S.; North, C. Tags: Feature Articles Source Type: research