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Diabetes care and education.

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 Awareness and improved diabetes education is needed to prevent disease-related complications. Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose). There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Type 1 diabetes , also known as insulin-dependent diabetes, is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body's immune system attacks and destroys the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate the level of glucose in the blood. People with type 1 diabetes must take insulin injections or use an insulin pump to control their blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes , also known as non-insulin dependent diabetes, is a metabolic disorder that occurs when the body becomes resistant to the effects of insulin or does not produce enough insulin to meet its needs. Type 2 diabetes can often be managed through lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, and may also be treated with oral medications or insulin....

New bacterial therapy approach to treat lung cancer.

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New bacterial therapy approach to treat lung cancer. Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, and current treatment options, such as chemotherapy and radiation, can be harsh and have significant side effects. Researchers are constantly seeking new and innovative approaches to treating lung cancer, and one promising avenue is the use of bacterial therapies. Bacterial therapies, also known as biotherapy or biological therapy, involve the use of living microorganisms or their products to treat disease. These therapies can be classified into two main categories: living bacteria and bacterial products. Living bacteria can be administered directly to the patient, while bacterial products are typically proteins or other molecules produced by bacteria that are used to stimulate the immune system or directly target cancer cells. One potential bacterial therapy for lung cancer is the use of oncolytic viruses, which are viruses that specifically infect and kill cancer ce...