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Could This Be The New Cure For Diabetic Foot Ulcers?

Diabetic foot complications are something that shouldn’t and cannot be ignored. Experts have agreed on how patients should keep a constant vigil and take good care of their feet and any small change should be observed and consulted with the physician. The recent news reports have something that might be the next big step in […]

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National Monogenic Diabetes Study Group Of India launched by DMDSC

As part of the World Diabetes Day 2018 celebrations, Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre (DMDSC) conducted, a first of its kind press conference recently to educate the public on the importance of accurately diagnosing these relatively rare forms of diabetes known as ‘Monogenic Diabetes’. DMDSC and its sister institution Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) have announced the formation of the National Monogenic […]

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Diabetes & Heart Complications- How Are They Related?

The prevalence of Diabetes is increasing among Indians. So is the prevalence of Heart Disease.  Heart Disease in diabetics is 2-3 times more common than in non-diabetics and remains a leading cause for mortality and morbidity warns,  Prof.R.S. Hariharan, Professor and  Head, Department of Diabetology, Madras Medical College and Chief Diabetologist, Government  General Hospital, Chennai. […]

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Blood Glucose Levels: Normal And Diabetic Sugar Levels

What is blood glucose level: Blood glucose level is the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. It is also known as serum glucose level. The amount of glucose in the blood is expressed as millimoles per litre (mmol/l) or mg/dl. Normally, blood glucose levels stay within narrow limits throughout the day 80 to 120 […]

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Dos & Don’ts Of A Diabetes Diet- The Complete Guide

When it comes to diet for an Indian Diabetic- the list of Dos and Don’ts are pretty long! Find out how to stay fit while eating right!

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American Diabetes Association Honours Dr. V. Mohan

Dr. V. Mohan, Chairman and Chief of Diabetology at Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre and President & Chief of Diabetes Research of the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation has been conferred the prestigious Harold Rifkin Distinguished International Service in the Cause of Diabetes Award by the American Diabetes Association (ADA). Dr. V. Mohan is the first Indian […]

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The right way to treat Juvenile Diabetes

Handling a child with juvenile diabetes is never easy. Find out how to tide the battle.

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An Expert take on the concept of Precision Diabetes

The popular adage “One size doesn’t fit all” and the practical implications are well known.  For instance, can there be one shirt size which fits people of all sizes or one shoe which fits everyone?.Then, how can we give the same type of treatment to everyone with diabetes? Dr V. Mohan, Chairman & Chief Diabetologist, […]