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As the rate of diabetes in Australia steadily creeps up, men who do not fit the stereotype of large paunch and heavy jowls may congratulate themselves that they are not candidates for the disease.

Did you know that diabetes is a major cause of kidney disease in Australia?

This week, a federal advisory committee of 33 experts convened to review data on the controversial type 2 diabetes drug, Avandia, and debated whether the drug should remain on the market. The meeting was prompted by recent studies suggesting that patients on the drug have an increased risk of heart attack . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) committee's recommendation, issued July 14 ...

This week, a federal advisory committee of 33 experts convened to review data on the controversial type 2 diabetes drug, Avandia, and debated whether the drug should remain on the market. The meeting was prompted by recent studies suggesting that patients on the drug have an increased risk of heart attack . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) committee's recommendation, issued July 14 ...

The diabetes drug Avandia will stay on the Australian market but faces a limited future after a US advisory group found it raised the risk of heart attack more than other drugs.

Waist circumference gives a better prediction of diabetes risk than does BMI.

Young athletes with Type 1 diabetes may experience a marked decrease in performance as a result of their blood sugar levels, but can compete by learning to manage their condition, suggests a new study.

FDA panel links Avandia to health risks but majority recommends it stay on the market. Diabetes mellitus - Rosiglitazone - Health - Food and Drug Administration - Conditions and Diseases