Metro Atlanta diabetic cyclists dominate Jun 21, 2006
The team has raised $280,000 of its target $1 million for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund, Southerland said. MOST POPULAR STORIES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Abnormal Glucose Metabolism May Contribute To Chronic Nerve Disorder Jun 20, 2006
Posted: June 19, 2006. Abnormal glucose metabolism, which occurs when the body has difficulty processing sugar (glucose) into energy, is twice as common among patients with chronic nerve dysfunction of unknown cause than among the general population and may be a risk factor for the condition, according to a study posted online today that will appear in the August 2006 print issue of Archives of Neurology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. (Science Daily)
Molecular Mechanism Of A Diabetes Vaccine Revealed Jun 20, 2006
Posted: June 19, 2006. A team of researchers led by Prof. (Science Daily)
Successful transplantation from pig embryos to mice Jun 20, 2006
For many, particularly those afflicted with juvenile diabetes, transplants of the pancreatic tissue in which insulin is produced might alleviate these problems. Unfortunately, there are not nearly enough organ donors available for transplantation. (EurekAlert!)
Wild Vs. Lab Rodent Comparison Supports Hygiene Hypothesis Jun 17, 2006
Posted: June 16, 2006. In a study comparing wild rodents with their laboratory counterparts, researchers at Duke University Medical Center have found evidence that may help to explain why people in industrialized societies that greatly stress hygiene have higher rates of allergy and autoimmune diseases than do people in less developed societies in which hygiene is harder to achieve or considered less critical. (Science Daily)
Club notes: Celebrate Dad's Day with breakfast, cars Jun 16, 2006
Saturday -- The club will host its third annual poker run, car show and barbecue at Jasper's Giant Hamburgers in Rocklin, with vehicle registration 8 to 9:30 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The registration fee for pre-1975 cars is $25. (Sacramento Bee -- Business)
Action plan set to help diabetics Jun 16, 2006
NHS Lothian and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation have also backed the plan. SEE ALSO 02 May 06 | Tayside and Central 03 Apr 06 | Scotland 26 Apr 06 | Highlands and Islands 19 Apr 06 | Health. (BBC News)
Learning the Business of Philanthropy Jun 15, 2006
" However, his class opted to give most of its $5,500 in grants to Ninety Six High School, in recognition of the school's needs and as a reward for students' and teachers' support of the board-game company. Mr. Baxter's class gave its $5,500 in profits to six charities, including local chapters of the American Red Cross, Ronald MacDonald House, and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, along with the Oliver Gospel Mission, Children's Hospital, and the Spring Valley High School Foundation.... (The Chronicle of Philanthropy)
Sylacauga family donates $1 million to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Jun 15, 2006
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Birmingham Business Journal)
Molecule Helps Turn Regular Cells Into Stem Cells Jun 15, 2006
Dr. Robert Goldstein, chief scientific officer for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, believes these cells might someday be used to help replace insulin-producing cells in the pancreas that are destroyed in type 1 diabetes. "We would like to have an alternate supply, other than people donating their pancreas after death," he said. (Forbes)
Signs Of Residual Islet Cell Function In People With Long-term Type 1 Diabetes Jun 13, 2006
Funding for the study was provided by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Can't find it. (Science Daily)
Diabetes device said to simplify patients' lives Jun 13, 2006
People with type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, depend on insulin, as do some type 2 diabetics. "It's a pretty exciting advance," said Dr. John Buse, vice president of the American Diabetes Association. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Diabetic cyclist's team joins race for cure Jun 13, 2006
Team Type 1 would aim to break the eight-person team record and to raise $1 million for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Elite cyclists with the disease started sending him their r;sum;s after publicity in a cycling magazine funded by, ironically, the Pez candy company. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Join the Human Race Jun 11, 2006
More than 20 non-profit organizations are participating in 2006, including the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Buchanan Senior Services, the Niles High School band and the Brandywine High School wrestling team. his is a way for the entire community to come together to support the not-for-profit community in southwest Michigan, Higgins said. (Niles Star, MI)
Parkside man keeps brother’s memory alive Jun 11, 2006
Matt had been diagnosed with juvenile diabetes at 11. By 1990, his kidneys started to fail as he underwent dialysis. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Bi-Lo Charity Classic to Benefit Special Needs Organizations Jun 10, 2006
In addition to Meals on Wheels, organizations that benefited from the 2005 Charity Classic included Loves and Fishes of Greenville, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation of Greenville, Sister Care Inc. of Columbia, the Urban League of Chattanooga, the Health Resource Foundation of South Carolina, Camp Spearhead and many more throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee. Each BI-LO location selects a local charity to benefit from their fundraising, in addition to the corporate... (PR Newswire)
Bill Kurtis Competes In Burger-Eating Contest Jun 10, 2006
The restaurant gave $500 to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation every time somebody finished that burger. Bill was not one of them. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Mantri to stars: Say no to soft drinks Jun 10, 2006
"Juvenile diabetes, obesity are on the rise among children. Soft drinks have a detrimental effect on them. A committee is probing whether they contain pesticides. Even without pesticides they are equally harmful.". Ramadoss stirred a furore by demanding a ban on all smoking scenes. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Physical Activity Linked To Improved Glucose Control In Children With Type 1 Diabetes Jun 10, 2006
Posted: June 9, 2006. Children with type 1 diabetes who exercise regularly may have improved blood glucose levels compared with those who do not, and regular physical activity does not appear to increase the risk of severe hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), according to a report in the June issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. (Science Daily)
Club notes: 4WD group plans Emigrant Trail Ride Jun 10, 2006
Proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The preregistration fee for pre-1975 cars is $20; it's $25 on the day of the event. (Sacramento Bee -- Business)
Local pair to make charity bike ride for Juvenile Diabetes Jun 10, 2006
Michelle Hammer (left) and Todd Blackman will ride for Juvenile Diabetes later this month in California ... restaurant gift card, which gets you $20 worth of food at the restaurant while also making a $10 charitable donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International. (Kansas City Jewish Chronicle, KS)
Americans Need More Help Managing Diabetes Jun 9, 2006
Type 1, or juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune disease in which the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas are destroyed by the body. Type 2 diabetes can be prevented or managed with careful diet, regular exercise and in some cases with drugs. (MEDLINEplus)
Alvas Clean Sweep for the Centennial Jun 8, 2006
The Tony and Denise Reed family will collect them for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. In order to assist the elderly and shut-ins of the community, the Alva Chamber of Commerce will coordinate with a crew of volunteers to pick up items. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Gardenia Fruit Compound Starting Point For Diabetes Therapy Jun 8, 2006
Posted: June 7, 2006. A Gardenia fruit extract traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat the symptoms of type 2 diabetes does indeed contain a chemical that reverses some of the pancreatic dysfunctions that underlie the disease, researchers report in the June 7, 2006, Cell Metabolism. (Science Daily)
Hopkins Researchers Discover Potential New Approach To Treating Diabetes Jun 8, 2006
Posted: June 7, 2006. Scientists at Johns Hopkins have uncovered a surprising and novel way of lowering blood sugar levels in mice by manipulating the release of sugar by liver cells. (Science Daily)
Diabetes Research Takes Wing Thanks To Long-lived Fruit Fly Jun 8, 2006
Posted: June 7, 2006. The creation of an extraordinarily long-lived fruit fly by genetics researchers at the University of Rochester has led scientists down an unexpected new path in the fight against diabetes. (Science Daily)
Increased Sensitivity To Nerve Signals Keeps Diabetes At Bay Jun 7, 2006
Posted: June 6, 2006. Nerve signals relayed directly to the pancreas after eating a meal play a critical role in normal blood sugar control, according to a report in the June 7, 2006, Cell Metabolism. (Science Daily)
Green Tea And The 'Asian Paradox' Jun 7, 2006
ScienceDaily: Green Tea And The 'Asian Paradox. Posted: June 6, 2006. (Science Daily)
Harvard launches effort to clone human stem cells Jun 7, 2006
The goal of the research, they said, is to create a powerful new tool to explore the biology of, and hopefully find treatments for, a number of devastating diseases: juvenile diabetes, genetic blood disorders, and ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease ... But these stem cells do not have the DNA that contributes to certain diseases, such as juvenile diabetes, which limits their usefulness in researching those diseases ... The team led by Melton and Eggan will initially focus on juvenile... (Boston Globe)
SANCHEZ LEAVING POST AS TEXAS TOP HEALTH OFFICIAL Jun 7, 2006
Robert Deuell said Sanchez directed effective policies to help curb juvenile diabetes and obesity and prepare Texas for outbreaks such as pandemic flu. And he commended Sanchez for providing lawmakers with critical information and for being available to discuss any concerns they had. (Tyler Morning Telegraph, TX)
Scientists to try to clone human embryos Jun 7, 2006
Two research teams led by Douglas Melton and Kevin Eggan of Harvard and George Daley of Children's Hospital will attempt to create cells cloned from patients with juvenile diabetes and blood disorders such as sickle cell anemia, and later neurological diseases such as Parkinson's. The Harvard approval, by the institutions' oversight boards, took two years and followed a review process recommended by the National Academy of Sciences. (USA Today)
Why Harvard is Recruiting Egg Donors for Stem Cell Studies Jun 7, 2006
"We're excited using SCNT as a way forward where in essence we can move the study of disease from patients to Petri dish," said Douglas Melton, co-director of the Harvard Stem Cell Institute, whose own son was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes, guiding his decision to focus his experiments on that disease first. He will take the donated eggs, remove their nuclei and replace them with skin cells taken from diabetic patients at Columbia University. (Time.com)
Four Amazing Nutrients May Help Prevent Infection Jun 6, 2006
Alpha-lipoic acid has proven to reduce the risk of hereditary juvenile diabetes, and it improves glucose control in diabetic adults. The stuff also dramatically improves the symptoms of diabetes-related nerve damage (polyneuropathy). (Newsmax)
Alvans asked to clean up their town Jun 5, 2006
The Tony and Denise Reed family will take them to be used by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. For elderly residents and shut ins, the chamber will coordinate a group of volunteers to help with their cleanup. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Parents should teach lessons about giving Jun 5, 2006
They were helping to raise more than $1 million for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Because both youngsters have Type 1 diabetes, they had personal reasons for stepping up on stage and appearing in a short film urging adults in the packed ballroom to open their wallets and give. (Orlando Sentinel -- Business)
Researchers Pinpoint Causes Of Adverse Reactions To Popular Type 2 Diabetes Drugs Jun 3, 2006
Posted: June 1, 2006. Used by several million people worldwide, rosiglitazone (RSG) is an oral agent that helps patients with type 2 diabetes maintain good blood glucose levels by improving how their bodies use insulin. (Science Daily)
Type 2 Diabetes Teens Have Higher Complication Risk Jun 3, 2006
In type 1 diabetes, also called early-onset diabetes or juvenile diabetes, the immune system destroys the cells that produce insulin. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body loses its ability to respond to insulin, and is associated with being overweight and inactive. (MEDLINEplus)
New Hartford Teacher Leads Diabetes Fund-Raising Effort Jun 1, 2006
Elizabeth Hines understands this very well, as her son Gordon, now 23, was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes about a decade ago ... "The impetus for me was the fact that my son ... was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in eighth grade. We have no diabetes in the family ... it was such a shock," the teacher of 27 years recalled, noting how she became involved with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, in part by participating in its Walk to Cure Diabetes program to raise funds and awareness ...... (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Bikers fundraise for Carson City boy May 30, 2006
So the group, which had originally decided to fundraise for juvenile diabetes, Sunday gathered for a ride and auction to benefit the Benson family. Earlier this month little Zachary had lifesaving surgery at Stanford to treat a condition which caused a build-up of fluid on his brain. (KRNV.com, NV)
Rednecks wrestle in Maryland to build experience May 29, 2006
Another goal the Rednecks shared was raising funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The Rednecks will present the tournament director with their contribution to the cause. (Ridgway Record, PA)
'Seeing machine' helps the nearly blind May 29, 2006
Seeing machine' helps the nearly blind / Poet teams with inventor to create inexpensive models. " It was the first word she had seen in many months. "For a poet, that's an incredible feeling," she said. "I said almost immediately, 'I need to get in touch with the man who invented this machine. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Louise Russo leads WAVE May 29, 2006
The Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Walk was also held in North York, ending in Mel Lastman Square. Participants in the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's Great Strides Walk strolled around the Toronto Zoo, while raising money for the foundation. (Toronto Star -- GTA)
One-third Of Adults With Diabetes Still Don't Know They Have It May 27, 2006
Posted: May 26, 2006. The prevalence of diagnosed diabetes in U.S. adults age 20 and older has risen from about 5. (Science Daily)
Auto club notes: Jeeps prep for trek over Rubicon Trail May 27, 2006
June 17 -- The club will host its third annual poker run, car show and barbecue at Jasper's Giant Hamburgers in Rocklin, with vehicle registration 8 to 9:30 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The preregistration fee for pre-1975 cars is $20; it's $25 on the day of the event. (Sacramento Bee -- Business)
Md. Approves Fund To Support Medical Stem Cell Research May 27, 2006
Supporters have spoken of the promise the research holds for such conditions as Parkinson's disease and juvenile diabetes. Several advocates for the bill, some of them with those conditions, unfurled a banner in the House gallery that read, "Thank you for hope!" after the vote. (Yahoo News -- Human Stem Cell Research)
DeWitt: Economic development key to county's future May 26, 2006
DeWitt has been involved in many activities in the county, including the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Boy Scouts of America, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation and fundraisers for St. Albert and Lewis Central schools and Omaha's Creighton University. He and his wife, Sarah, have two daughters. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Jose: Pilot's divorce unsettled after death May 24, 2006
Other winners included the National Trust for Scotland's $194,035 fund-raiser, with a frugal $34,130 going to expenses; Hospice of Palm Beach County, which, with Matt Lauer's national TV exposure, raised $539,147 after spending $164,418 on food, drinks and party favors; and Juvenile Diabetes, making $1. 1 million out of $200,000 spent. (The Palm Beach Post)
Baylor Researchers Develop 'Bubble' Technique For Potential Treatment Of Type I Diabetes May 23, 2006
Posted: May 22, 2006. Researchers at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas and the Baylor Research Institute have developed a novel technique to deliver insulin genes to the pancreas, the organ that produces the body's insulin. (Science Daily)
Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Linked To Serious Infections And Cancers May 23, 2006
Posted: May 22, 2006. A new meta-analysis of many previous studies of TNF- (tumor necrosis factor) blocking antibodies for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis has confirmed a previously discovered increased risk for serious infection and has found that cancer also is a potential risk associated with the drugs. (Science Daily)
Katharine vs. Taylor: The grand finale is this week May 23, 2006
" Let's hope that's not the public's reaction to his pictorial should he accept Playgirl's offer. PAGING LIFETIME The soapy channel could have a year's worth of TV movies based on the lives of this season's cast. None were more dramatic than Kellie's poignant tale: The 19-year-old from North Carolina was raised by her grandparents after her mother abandoned her at 2 and her father bounced in and out of jail, most recently for stabbing a man. He was released as Kellie was cut from the show and... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Seattle Laces Up to Beat the Bridge and Diabetes May 22, 2006
24th Nordstrom Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes Events Set for Sunday, May 21 SEATTLE, May 21 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday, May 21st, over 10,000 runners, walkers and all manner of fleet footed fundraisers in the fight against diabetes gathered at University of Washington's Husky Stadium to participate in the 24th Annual Nordstrom Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes event benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) ... (Logo: ) "Thanks to the ongoing support of companies like... (PR Newswire)
Walkers raise money for Juvenile Diabetes May 22, 2006
The annual Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation walk raised 754-thousand dollars ... The goal of the local chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is to raise more than 753-thousand dollars to find a cure ... NEWS10 NBC spoke to several walkers who hit the streets for a friend with Juvenile Diabetes. (10NBC.com, NY)
Tech tracks sugar May 22, 2006
Aaron Kowalski, director of strategic research projects for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), says the technologies are a key step toward development of what he calls "the holy grail of diabetes," an artificial system that mimics the human pancreas. The JDRF is funding research toward that effort, and the FDA has named it as one of its "critical path initiatives," designed to spur development of needed medical devices and bring them to market. (USA Today -- Tech)
KATHARINE vs. TAYLOR: With the finale this week, our Idol Watch columnist looks back at the best season yet May 21, 2006
And Elliott triumphed over obstacles -- he's 90 percent deaf in his right ear and has juvenile diabetes -- to become the underdog who could. Plus, who doesn't like a nice Jewish boy who so clearly loves his adoring mother. (The Miami Herald)
Ride to Cure Diabetes May 21, 2006
And the research is helping for instance, provide Joey with the pump," said Aly Levine, of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Joey hopes to ride next year. This year, he is doing what he can to help. "I have a lemonade sale with my friends and my brothers. And right now we raised $109," said Joey. If you would like to help, you can donate online by clicking on the link below. The Walk for Juvenile Diabetes is Sunday May 21. Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Police near... (R News)
They Had a Ball for a Good Cause May 20, 2006
A beach ball, that is, complete with dancing, games and food, all to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Its a cause that hits home for Laurie Schreiner. (R News)
St. Albans cycling event benefits juvenile diabetes research May 20, 2006
Thats how coordinator Amy Dunkin describes the criterium-style bicycle racing that will wind through the streets of St. Albans today to help raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation ... Its like NASCAR on bikes, said Dunkin, who has been raising money and organizing the event since January with St. Albans City Councilman John Casto and Juvenile Diabetes board president Gina Frye ... All proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
Elliott Yamin gets the boot from 'Idol' May 19, 2006
Yamin, 27, a resident of Richmond, is 90 percent deaf in his right ear and has juvenile diabetes. The blue-eyed soul singer was judge Paula Abdul's favorite finalist. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
'Micro-Bubbles' Boost Diabetes Gene Therapy Research May 19, 2006
The approach is "very clever," said Dr. Bob Goldstein, chief scientific officer of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. "Short of sticking a needle directly into your pancreas and delivering a gene, how am I going to deliver something harmlessly, so it doesn't hurt you and it gets to where I want it to go? That's what's special about this," said Goldstein. (Forbes)
Every genre your heart Desires May 19, 2006
Past benefits raised money for hurricane relief and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, among others. Visit www. (Times Herald-Record, NY -- Entertainment)
The 27-year-old Richmond resident exits after one of the closest votes on Fox's talent competition. May 18, 2006
com - Virginia's Yamin gets boot from 'Idol. Star Directory Online Yellow Pages'; this. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
New Study Reveals Signaling Pathways Required For Expansion Of Pancreas Stem Cells May 18, 2006
Posted: May 17, 2006. A team of scientists at The Scripps Research Institute has published a new study of important signaling pathways that are required for the expansion of pancreas stem cells, work that may lead to strategies to prevent or reverse insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). (Science Daily)
GOP, Dem Senators Push for Vote on Stem Cell Research May 18, 2006
"It is unimaginable that we would discard 20,000 to 70,000 embryos as medical waste when they could be helping kids," said Hatch, referring to the possibility of stem cell use in treating juvenile diabetes. But Jim Sedlak, vice president of the American Life League, said the data about public support for stem cell research is misleading because most Americans are still confused over the different types of stem cells. (CNSnews.com)
Fighting for Life May 18, 2006
Members can work with other members to help the community by assisting such organizations as the Juvenile Diabetes Walk, the Family Reading Partnership or projects such as meeting at senior residences or assisting needy families. Last Saturday, the First Unitarian Society Church, located on North Aurora Street, hosted "Miracles Under the Big Top." Catering toward the family, the fun and festivities included food, Mother's Day gift baskets raffle and entertainment by local entertainer Hilby and... (Ithaca Times, NY)
Singing For More Than Their Supper May 16, 2006
But his family never knew that muffled beneath the sounds of Stevie Wonder, Usher and Donny Hathaway was the voice of the 27-year-old singer - who is 90 percent deaf in his right ear and has juvenile diabetes. "I never knew Elliott could sing," said his mother, Claudette Yamin. (CTNow.com)
