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Summer 2010 • VOLUME 57 • NUMBER 2
VIEWPOINT – letter from our editor-in-chief
NEWS OF NOTE
Medications tested in diabetes prevention study; increase in pop consumption takes a toll; getting by with help from friends; benefits of early metformin; diabetes and hypertension
RESEARCH FRONTIER
Stemming the tide of obesity in children, and the possible link between diabetes and second-generation antipsychotics
DIABETES CHAMPIONS
A chef with type 1 takes diabetes knowledge to the South Asian community
COVER FEATURE
The unique psychological challenges that can accompany diabetes, including depression, anxiety and eating disorders
THE PHARMACIST IS IN
Vital members of the healthcare team, pharmacists are often the most underutilized resource
CLEARING THE SMOKE
Cigarettes are bad for you, but the risks can be dire when you combine it with diabetes
ASSOCIATION NEWS
Team Diabetes celebrates a milestone; new resource introduced for South Asian communities; 2010 Annual Conference and NAGM in Edmonton
NUTRITION MATTERS
Healthy grilling options add some flare to summer barbecues
ON THE MENU
Brunch can present a minefield of indulgences, but by making smart choices you can still enjoy this weekend ritual
FIT TIP
Walking is an easy way to introduce more exercise into your life
ADVOCACY
The Association scores with some recent successes