When experiencing the ups and downs of a virtual roller coaster ride, people who get migraine headaches reported more dizziness and motion sickness than people who do not get migraines, according to a new study.
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Diabetes Health Type 1: Future Nurse Talks About Managing His Diabetes
July 9, 2021By
Kaleb Cabe had frequent uncontrolled urination at age four even though he was toilet trained. His mother took him to the pediatrician who suspected diabetes and sent him to the hospital for further tests and treatment.
“I’m told that once hospitalized the doctors gave my family the diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes,” Kaleb says. “They started giving me insulin shots and brought my blood sugar levels down. My aunt also was Type 1 so my parents were familiar with the disease. They were enormously supportive over the years as I dealt with it.”
Kaleb has always watched his diet and has been using the Medtronic 670g since last December. “What’s great about using a Controlled Glucose Monitor and this pump is it administers insulin every five minutes if I need it,” Kaleb explains. “My A1C has dropped significantly since being on the pump. It’s more precise, gives me real-time readings so I know if I’m running high or low.”
Kaleb, who is 23 and works part-time in Florida as a hospital communications rep, goes to school full-time. He expects to get his associate’s degree in nursing next spring and wants to become a registered nurse. His ultimate goal is to be an Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit nurse.
With his busy schedule Kaleb sometimes eats on the run but he still makes healthy choices. He notes, “I work in a hospital, so whether it is lunch or dinner the hospital cafeteria’s food is usually well-balanced. It’s nutritious and diabetic friendly.”
He spends his down time at the beach. “I grew up on the Florida beaches and after working a busy schedule I find it’s a great stress reliever,” Kaleb explains. “The beach is a great place to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of life. It’s where I take in the sun, unwind and get recharged.”
Kaleb also has a cat named Thomas, a domestic shorthair, who sometimes is mellow and at other times likes to get into all sorts of mischief.
He tells diabetics who have just been diagnosed to take it slow. “Type 1 is a life-changing diagnosis,” Kaleb says, “but the best bet is to make gradual changes to get lasting results. You can do it!”
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Why scientists want to solve an underground mystery about where microbes live
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A team of biologists revealed, for the first time, that it is possible to accurately predict the abundance of different species of soil microbes in different parts of the world.
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Diabetes Health Type 1: I Felt Angry About My Diagnosis
April 25, 2021By
By Claire Lynch
Christina Cates was familiar with diabetes. On her father’s side, several people were living with Type 2 diabetes. Her type 1 diabetes caught her by surprise.
“My diagnosis came shortly after high school. At first, I was indifferent. “Down the road, a few years later, I felt angry about my diagnosis because it affected my life in so many ways. One day I woke up, realizing how much more attention I need to pay to my diabetes.”
“Watching my carbohydrates daily – minimizing the pasta and eliminating the sugars – helps. I still need to take five to six shots of insulin daily. Before each meal, I inject Humalog, short-acting insulin. At bedtime, I inject Lantus, long-acting insulin. These two medications help me keep my blood sugar levels in my target range.”
Christina, 38, works full-time as a patient technician in a dialysis center and is also a certified medical assistant who lives in Illinois. She has medical insurance. However, it does not cover an insulin pump. She manages her diabetes by testing her blood sugar levels frequently throughout the day on a blood glucose meter.
Christina’s main meal is dinner with her family. It may be meatloaf with mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable or steak with corn on the cob with butter and noodles. “Sometimes, we will have pieces of chicken with sweet potatoes and vegetables. The menu varies. I’ve been eating more vegetables these past few years. Portion size is essential. I dose and take my insulin with every meal, keeping me on track with my diabetes self-management.”
“I recommend that a person living with diabetes get a good endocrinologist, follow their instructions, and never miss your appointments.”
Christina has four children. When she is not working, she likes spending time with them. They go swimming, enjoy the movies. On special occasions, they will go to the Six Flags amusement park near their home. “Every so often, someone’s birthday arrives, and riding the Ferris wheel and going on other rides altogether is a great way to spend the day,” says Christina.
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Discovery about how cancer cells evade immune defenses inspires new treatment approach
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Researchers have learned how chromosomal instability allows cancer cells to avoid immune defenses and metastasize (spread). The discovery opens up potential new avenues for treatment.
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NIH ‘very concerned’ about serious side effect in AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine trial
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Black and Latino students learn about empowerment at Freedom Schools
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Freedom Schools is a six-week summer literacy and cultural enrichment program designed for youth in grades K-12 in communities where quality academic enrichment is limited. The program teaches lessons in social justice and youth empowerment.
