Endocrinology News

Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group

Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group

Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group

Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group

Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group

Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group

Researchers in Israel found that stress hyperglycemia during early childhood in those who have a positive family history for diabetes may be the first sign of the disease.

Nutritional issues are addressed at almost every visit to a pediatrician or child health specialist, whether for health maintenance or acute care. Adding to the challenge of assessing the nutritional status of any child is getting an accurate impression of their developmental status, environment, and social support structure. Medication management, ongoing chronic medical conditions, and the demands of a growing body all play a role as well.

SAN DIEGO — A vaccine designed to prevent beta cell destruction has proven unsuccessful in patients with type 1 diabetes. Although successful in animal models, the glutamic acid decarboxylase vaccine did not alter the course of insulin secretion loss in humans, according to findings presented at the American Diabetes Association's 71st Annual Scientific Sessions.

DENVER — Nutrition during the first days or weeks of life may have long-term consequences on health, potentially via the metabolic programming effect, according to data presented here during the 2011 Pediatric Academic Societies’ Annual Meeting.