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Coordinated Care Helps Woman Conquer Multiple Health Challenges
Susan Welch has faced more than her fair share of health challenges over the years. Through it all, her endocrinologist, Betul Hatipoglu, MD, was by her side to support, encourage and offer innovative options for treatment.
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Can Ozempic Treat Other Common Diseases Too?
Growing research suggests that Ozempic and similar medications may help treat heart disease, sleep apnea, kidney disease, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), substance use disorder and other conditions, but there is still much to be learned.
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Is Allulose the Perfect Sweetener?
This recently FDA-approved sugar substitute boasts a lot of positives. But before adding it to your coffee, it’s important to get the whole picture.
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Inherited Eye Diseases: The Importance of Early Diagnosis
Thanks to accelerating advances in genetic studies, there’s more hope than ever before for treating eye disease. However early diagnosis is key.
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Dealing With Diabetes Burnout
Whether checking your blood glucose levels, counting carbohydrates or going to medical appointments – managing diabetes can be hard work.
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Controlling Gestational Diabetes Is Key for Mom and Baby
Gestational diabetes affects up to 10 percent of pregnant women. While it can’t be prevented, it can be controlled to keep both mom and baby healthy.
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How Heart Disease Affects the Kidneys
The heart and kidneys share a special, life-sustaining connection, so that what’s good or bad for one is generally good or bad for the other.
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Young Man Thriving a Decade After His Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis
Brandon West was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11. Ten years later, he credits his UH Rainbow providers with giving him the care to help him thrive.