Research Institute Of Dallas

Do you want to know if your obesity is caused by a genetic variant? Uncovering Rare Obesity is a FREE genetic testing program that may help determine if individuals have an underlying genetic cause of their severe obesity. CALL US AT 214-265-2158 to schedule an appointment!
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Do you know that some forms of obesity is caused by genetic variants? When there are changes (variants) in one or more genes, this may cause insatiable hunger, which may lead to obesity. TESTING IS EASY AND FREE! You may qualify for a research study of an investigational drug for rare obesity. CALL US AT 214-265-2158 to schedule an appointment!
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Contact us if you are interested on how you can limit the use of steroids if you are suffering from CAH.

At Spruce, our goal is to realize a brighter future, where patients and families living with Classic CAH are no longer limited by disease or treatment and can experience their lives to the fullest. Visit our Physicians page to learn more about our clinical programs and how to enroll patients. https://bit.ly/3qNNBTN

Tildacerfont can replace your steriod treatment in CAH. Call us at 214-265-2158 for more information!

Our CAHmelia clinical trials are evaluating , an investigational, once-daily, and non-steroidal tablet, for the treatment of CAH. Tildacerfont works by blocking a key hormone receptor, which may reduce the overproduction of androgens. With your help, Spruce can continue to develop novel treatment options for CAH. Learn more on our CAHmelia trials here: https://bit.ly/3oUF0vu

Still enrolling!

The impact of diabetes on weight management can affect anyone with diabetes, not just those with type 2. Julie talks about her experiences with weight stigma while having type 1 diabetes.

You can read Julie's story by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/3nUsi1r

Do you want to learn more about participating in a Type 2 Diabetes study? Call us at 214-265-2126 to speak with a study coordinator.

Diabetes diet may lower blood pressure, reducing need for drugs

Diabetes diet may lower blood pressure, reducing need for drugs A study of people with type 2 diabetes and obesity found that a replacement diet and a weight loss program led to reduced blood pressure.

Do you want to learn more about participating in a Type 2 Diabetes study? Call us at 214-265-2126 to speak with a study coordinator.

We are looking for patients to participate in a Type 2 Diabetes research study. Call 214-265-2126 for more information!

Research Institute Of Dallas updated their business hours.

Research Institute Of Dallas updated their business hours.

Type1Conqueror

Getting ahead in the game in prep for this year and reviewing all of the stuff we have to consider when preparing for camp. You end up needing a LOT of stuff for 3 weeks away from home. I really like using under bed storage and shelf bins, door hooks and a hanging shoe sorter for stuff I want close at hand. Can't wait to add my new Type1Conqueror banner up for this year! .
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TypeOneNation

JDRF TypeOneNation is a vibrant social network created especially for and by people with type 1 diabetes and their loved ones.

JDRF

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research.

Hope everyone had a safe and Happy Halloween!

Now Enrolling for a Research Study Involving an Innovative Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring System!!

The device that will be used in this study is the Dexcom G6 CGM System by Dexcom, Inc. ([7th generation cleared for use by the FDA on March 27, 2018]. For more information on the Dexcom G6 Click here!), or a standard glucose monitoring system (blood glucose meter).

Participants will need to meet the following to enter the study:
1. Age 30 or older
2. Type 2 diabetes
3. Taking Long-acting Insulin
4. Currently under the care of a primary care physician (or nurse practitioner/physician assistant) for their diabetes management
5. Struggling with diabetes control

If interested, please contact us at [email protected] or 214-265-2137.
Check out our website at www.researchdallas.com

The Diabetic Journey

Insulin isn’t a convenience medication

Insulin isn’t a medication that you can skip or forget to take

Insulin doesn’t suppress minor symptoms and then everything’s okay

Insulin is not a cure

Insulin is a life support for people living with type 1 diabetes

Insulin is one of the most expensive liquids in the world

And Insulin happens to be hard for diabetics to get their hands on

Insulin is not Advil, it’s oxygen 💉💉💉

The Diabetic Journey

I just want everyone not in this situation to understand what it would be like to have a life threatening illness such as . Where the ONLY thing keeping you alive is this vial of insulin.

But this single vial of insulin costs around $200-$400 without insurance and you may need 1-3 more vials just to get through a month. But depending on your premium costs, deductibles, and copayments, you could be coming out of pocket for a huge sum of it.

Now keep in mind that pharmaceutical companies are continuing to hike up the prices for this medication that keeps adults (like myself) and children alive. Due to the high cost many families are suffering financially, diabetics are rationing their insulin that can lead to complications or death, and it's forcing people to have to choose between food or insulin to stay alive.

I hope that everyone will share this because millions of lives depend on this. It's literally life or death. We need more awareness, we need justice, and for price gouging of life sustaining medications to end.


photo credit: Kirstie Bradway Photography

The Diabetic Journey

No one knows that diabetes kills more people than AIDS and Breast Cancer combined. No one knows that diabetes can be caused by an autoimmune disease. No one knows that children are dying from this disease. No one knows the overwhelming sense of fear of not knowing if your blood sugar will withstand the night. No one knows how it feels to experience the highs and lows.

No one knows of our desperation for a cure…

Read more: https://thediabeticjourney.com/no-one-is-aware-of-diabetes/

Research Institute Of Dallas

Now enrolling adolescents, age 10-17 years old who have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes for a research study for new investigational medications. Click here to learn more. https://dinamo.researchstudyinfo.com/?r=15&utm_source=FB&utm_medium=Pg

Now enrolling adolescents, age 10-17 years old who have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes for a research study for new investigational medications. Click here to learn more. https://dinamo.researchstudyinfo.com/?r=15&utm_source=FB&utm_medium=Pg

Type1Conqueror

Just an awesome kid learning the ropes and raising awareness of Type 1 Diabetes, learning disabilities and Mental Health. Turning T1D into T1C; C is for Cured and Conquered, 1 Day @ a time! Omnipod/DexcomG5/Dx22AUG17

JDRF Greater Dallas

Meet one our panelists on the "Ask the End" Panel at TYPEONENATION Summit, Dr. Heide Shea! Dr. Shea received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California at Davis, followed by a two-year period in research at UTSW Medical Center in molecular genetics. As a medical student, she served as class president, was awarded the Father Fahey Academic and Service Scholarship and was inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society. She earned her fellowship at UTSW Medical Center in the Department of Endocrinology, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and received the Outstanding Fellow Award in 2001 from Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. Dr. Shea has been a Clinical Endocrinologist with Endocrine Associates of Dallas since 2005 and has also been listed as a pediatric endocrinology specialist for Collin County in D Magazine in its annual “Best Doctors” feature!

Dedicated to helping others help themselves!
Today we celebrate 3 years of life after a pancreatectomy with auto islet cell transplantation with one of our team. This was made possible by someones willingness to participate in a medical research study.
We are committed to staying current in new treatments which will improve quality of life.
Here at Research Institute of Dallas we care about you and your family

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JDRF

This just in! Our petition has passed 35,000 signatures thanks to YOU. Not only have you shared our petition link with your networks, but there has been an outpouring of stories, photos, and ideas about what it means to you and your loved ones to be able to control your type 1 diabetes the way you choose. Click “share” to let people know about and add your story to the mix.