Diabetes Update | US Pharmacist

April 2022

Vaping Can Raise Blood Glucose, Lead to Prediabetes
A study conducted by researchers from Johns Hopkins shows that e-cigarette use may increase a person's risk for elevated blood glucose; in fact, those who vape have a 22% increased risk of developing prediabetes compared with those who do not. Learn more about their work and why the authors are advocating efforts to increase public awareness to encourage e-cigarette avoidance and cessation.

Avoiding Processed Nighttime Snack Food Increases Longevity
New research reveals how avoiding processed foods as well as limiting overall caloric intake may lead to improved outcomes for individuals diagnosed with diabetes. The study, published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism in March 2022, maps out the impact of food consumption on survival among diabetes patients throughout the day, including the forenoon (morning), afternoon, and evening. Learn more about what it reveals.

Pharmacist Involvement Model Leading to Better Diabetes Outcomes
New research published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice demonstrates even greater evidence of what pharmacists already recognize: Including community pharmacists in a collaborative interdisciplinary care team not only improves blood glucose control, but also—and equally importantly—improves the self-care capabilities and quality of life of patients diagnosed with diabetes challenged with polypharmacy. Read more.

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