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Animas Corporation
Offering insulin pumps and accessories, including decorative covers. www.animascorp.com
Diabetes Care Center
Programs and menus, achievements, ADA recognition, insulin pump support group and glossary of terms. www.saintfranciscare.com
Screening References for IR and Syndrome X
Cites the various tests used to identify individuals with insulin resistance, syndrome X, diabetes and polycystic ovarian syndrome. Links to sites that describe these tests and conditions in more detail. home.comcast.net
FRIO Insulin Wallets
Offering wallets and carrying cases designed for insulin vials, pens, and pumps. www.frio.us.com
Diabetes Handbook
A description of the different types and brands of insulin used in diabetes treatment, from the University of Massachusetts. www.umassmed.edu
Immunological and Biochemical Testsystems GmbH
Supplier focusing on insulin-like growth factor, as biotinylated reagents, immunoassay kits and anti-IGF. Includes proteins and antibodies for transcription and infectious disease research, application notes and details for ordering from Reutlingen, Germany. www.afsbio.de
Sherna Madan, M.D.
Practice located in the San Francisco bay area. Expertise includes cardiovascular risk management, diabetes, lipidology, insulin pump therapy. www.shernamadan.com
Human Recombinant Insulin
Information from the RxList. www.rxlist.com
Human Insulin-NPH
Information from the RxList. www.rxlist.com
Syndrome X and Insulin Resistance
Column by Pat Kendall, PhD, RD of the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension. www.ext.colostate.edu
InterNational Council on Infertility (INCIID) on IR and PCOS
Reviews in a question and answer format the link between insulin resistance and polycystic ovarian syndrome. Clear and to the point answers to a variety of questions. www.inciid.org
Diagnosis of Insulin Resistance Syndrome
Woman's Diagnostic online article about screening for insulin resistance syndrome. Concise explanation of the syndrome and appropriate screening. www.wdxcyber.com
Novolin InnoLet
Manufacturer's information on human insulin (rDNA origin) from Novo Nordisk. Includes FAQs and package insert text. www.innolet-us.com
Alkermes, Inc.
Develops sustained-release injectables and inhalers for delivering drugs such as insulin. Includes product details, technology, investor news and contacts in Ohio and their headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Nasdaq: ALKS) www.alkermes.com
Human Insulin Analog
Information from the RxList. www.rxlist.com
Novolog ( Insulin Aspart rDNA Origin )
Manufacturer's information for patients and healthcare professionals. www.novolog.com
Lantus (insulin glargine) - Aventis
This site contains information on how Lantus works, how to use Lantus and how to better manage type 1 or type 2 diabetes for better blood glucose control. www.lantus.com
How to Avoid Genetically Modified Foods
Genetically engineered (GM/GE) foods can produce unexpected serious risks to human health and the environment. Includes GM insulin risks, GM and aspartame and consumer updates on food companies. www.btinternet.com
Children With Diabetes - Insulin Pumps
General information about insulin pump therapy, discussions of the pros and cons of pumping, links to product vendors, chat room. Numerous personal testimonials of insulin pump users. www.childrenwithdiabetes.com
InteliHealth: Diabetes
Information on treatment, medication, diet, insulin, foot ulcers and alternative therapies as well as free diabetes e-card, online diary and Ask The Experts -reviewed by Harvard Medical School. www.intelihealth.com
Polypeptide Hormone Laboratory, McGill University
Specialize in cell signaling, insulin, G protein-coupled receptors, and ubiquitines. www.medicine.mcgill.ca
PDI Technology
Protein Delivery Inc. is a drug delivery company applying medicinal chemistry to achieve oral delivery of proteins and peptides, such as insulin. www.proteindelivery.com
SciGen strikes Indonesia insulin deal
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Insulin-producing cell transplant research continues to show promise
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Insulin Survivors
The Insulin Survivors is a networking group of insulin dependent diabetic survivors for 20 years or more. www.infil.com
Insulin Resistance: Lifestyle and Nutritional Interventions
Study about causes of IR, potential nutritional and botanical substances that are capable of positively influencing insulin resistance. www.thorne.com
DrugDigest: Insulin Aspartate ( NovoLog )
Information on dosage, usage, side effects, interactions, and drug comparisons, including generics when available. www.drugdigest.org
Pill gives insulin alternative to pregnant, diabetic women
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Insulin Resistance Treatment
One physicians opinion about the treatment of Insulin Resistance. www.drmirkin.com
Cesarean Section Infections
A study showing the risk of infections after a cesarean section in diabetic women who take insulin. care.diabetesjournals.org
Diabetes Home
Information for diabetics and their families on symptoms, medicines, insulin and other treatments, diet and exercise and the latest research. www.diabeteshome.ca
Insulin inhaler may replace injections
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Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Provides nutritional information from a variety of sources. The focus is on low and moderate carbohydrate programs, and exercise with the long term goal of improving women's health. Special attention is given to Insulin Resistance, PCOS and Syndrome X. home.comcast.net
Insulin Resistance Syndrome
American Academy of Family Physicians descriptive site about this condition. Written for medical professionals; also includes patient handouts. www.aafp.org
Institute for Insulin Resistance Studies
Not-for-profit foundation dedicated to physician education and policy-making surrounding the diagnosis and management of insulin resistance syndrome. www.iirs.org
Virtual Hospital Rx Update: Review of Insulin Products
Summary comparison of formulations available in the US, including onset, peak, and duration of action after subcutaneous injection, as well as compatibility. www.vh.org
Science News Online: Cows' Milk, Diabetes Connection Bolstered
Report on Finnish research which studied babies from diabetes-prone families and their immune system reactions to the milk protein bovine insulin. www.sciencenews.org
Cornell Feline Health Center
Fact sheet about feline diabetes including diagnosis, treatment, insulin, diet, home care and prognosis. www.vet.cornell.edu
Optimal Management of Hypertension and Obesity in the Metabolic Syndrome
A continuing medical education monograph on the Metabolic Syndrome, otherwise known as insulin resistance or Syndrome X. In PDF. www.metabolicsyndromeonline.com
Banting Digital Library
A rare collection of personal artifacts, diaries, journals and paintings belonging to Sir Frederick Banting. Learn about the life and times of one of the insulin discoverers. www.newtecumseth.library.on.ca
Complete Diabetic Systems
Supplies include glucose monitors, insulin, and syringes. For individuals using medicare or private insurance. www.diabeticsystems.com
Pump Wear Inc.
Speciality clothing and items for children and adults who wear the insulin pump. www.pumpwearinc.com
Insulin Pumpers
Insulin Pumpers provides information and support for adults and children with diabetes and their families interested in insulin pump therapy. www.insulin-pumpers.org
Insulin Signalling Pathway
Flash presentaion of mechanisms and protein structure of hormone and receptor, linked to regulation molecules, proteins involved and their molecular interactions. Students' project at Univerisity College of London, UK. homepage.ntlworld.com
Insulin and the Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
New England Journal of Medicine editorial. www.nejm.org
International Diabetic Expedition to Aconcagua 2000
IDEA 2000 is a nonprofit organization of insulin dependent diabetics who sponsor periodic mountain climbing events. www.idea2000.org
Insulin Guide by Lifeclinic
Listing and evaluation of the types. www.lifeclinic.com
Researchers Recommend Testing Diabetic Children for Celiac Disease
As a result of their recent study, a group of Medical College of Wisconsin researchers are recommending that children with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) be tested for celiac disease. healthlink.mcw.edu
Overcoming Juvenile Diabetes With a Little Planning and High-Tech Tools
FDA Consumer article discusses the challenges of being a teen with diabetes, the importance of insulin, and future treatments. www.fda.gov
Lifetag - Medical Identification Jewelry
Offers alternatives to traditional medical ID tags; provides a highly-visible medical emblem which can attach to jewelry, keys, cell phones, insulin pumps and driver's licenses. www.susaneisen.com
Human Insulin Regular
Information from the RxList. www.rxlist.com
The Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust (IDDT) : International
Member supported information on insulin availability. www.iddtinternational.org
Sugar Busters
Eating plan that aims to control the production of insulin by eliminating refined sugars and refined carbohydrates. www.sugarbusters.com
Diabetes Institute for Immunology and Transplantation
Diabetes Institute For Immunology and Transplantation University of Minnesota clinical trial registration islet transplatation for insulin dependence. www.diabetesinstitute.org
Human Insulin
Information from the RxList. www.rxlist.com
Findings and Recommendations from the American College of Endocrinology Conference on the Insulin Resistance Syndrome
Summary of their findings, in question-and-answer form. www.aace.com
TheDiscountCornerStore.com
Includes meters, test strips, sugar free candy and insulin supplies. www.discountcornerstore.com
Running For Pumps
Fundraising site to obtain insulin pumps for children with diabetes. Information about diabetes, treatment and insulin pumps. www.run500miles.com
Syndrome X
The complete nutritional program to prevent and reverse insulin resistance. By Jack Challem, The Nutrition Reporter Burt Berkson, M.D., Ph.D. Melissa Diane Smith, nutrition counselor www.syndrome-x.com
New insulin may make shots a sting of the past
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MiniMed Inc.
Designs, develops, manufactures and markets advanced medication infusion systems for intensive management of diabetes such as insulin pumps. (Nasdaq: MNMD). www.minimed.com
Syndrome X/Insulin Resistance Information
One woman's experiences with Syndrome X and tips on living with this disease. www.mucus.com
Shortage of insulin needles expected to ease
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People and Discoveries: Banting and Best Isolate Insulin
Describes the work of Banting and Best as they worked toward the discovery of insulin. Includes biographies of both Frederick Banting and Charles Best. www.pbs.org
DrugDigest: Insulin Glargine ( Lantus )
Information on dosage, usage, side effects, interactions, and drug comparisons, including generics when available. www.drugdigest.org
Insulin-Free World Foundation
An award-winning comprehensive source of information about the latest advances in research toward curing diabetes and treatments available today. www.InsulinFree.org
About Insulin Pumps - Should you go on the pump?
Eight questions to ask yourself if you're considering going on an insulin pump. diabetes.about.com
Insulin Resistance Syndrome
Information about this syndrome, typically characterized by an abnormality in blood glucose metabolism. www.woundcare.org
Insulin and Its Metabolic Effects
The beginning article of a four part lecture by Ron Rosedale, MD, discussing the importance of insulin. www.mercola.com
Lowering Your Insulin Levels
Information on reducing insulin levels by lowering carbohydrate intake. rheumatic.org
Cancer Prevention Coalition: Milk: Americaâs Health Problem
How recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone increases Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 in milk and how it is related to increased risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancers. www.preventcancer.com
Voyager
Offering a transportable insulin needle and lancet disposal product. www.safemedical.com
DrugDigest: Insulin
Information on dosage, usage, side effects, interactions, and drug comparisons, including generics when available. Also sold under brand names such as: Humulin, Iletin, Novolin, Velosulin. www.drugdigest.org
Insulin Resistance and Pre-Diabetes
Basic explanations about Insulin Resistance: causes, symptoms, prevention. diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
Disetronic Direct
Offers insulin pumps and supplies. www.disetronic-direct.com
Joslin Diabetes Center - What is Insulin Resistance?
Definition of Insulin Resistance. Discussion boards, self-management programs, exercices to reduce it. www.joslin.harvard.edu
Tercica
A biopharmaceutical company developing therapies such as recombinant human Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (rhIGF-1), to treat disorders of the endocrine system. Based in South San Francisco, CA. www.tercica.com
Novo Nordisk- Keeping Well With Diabetes
Basic facts about diabetes, information on nutrition, exercise, medication, online newsletters, a new program for insulin users and home educational tools to help control diabetes. www.keepingwellwithdiabetes.com
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