Sexual dysfunction affecting subjects with poorly controlled diabetes has become a growing concern. It is well known that men in comparison to women have longer active sex life. A new study published in British Medical Journal reveals that it is very much related to his health condition. The quality of sexual life is positively associated with good health in middle age and later life. Sexually active life expectancy was longer for men, but men lost more years of sexually active life as a result of poor health than women.

    The second article discusses the long unfolding controversy on Rosiglitazone and how its continuing usage at some quarters is at cross roads now with an abyss in front with new directives for its usage expected from FDA soon. The third article is about the use of HbA1c as a heart attack predictor.

    We also present before you an article on the risks associated with usage of Metformin and peripheral neuropathy. In the diet section, a surprising result shows health benefits of rye white for diabetes patients. The news on adult immunization – annual flu shot is no longer for the selected few;CDC has broadened the indications!!

    We welcome you to watch the video presentation on ‘HbA1c (Glycated haemoglobin), the fifth one in the series presented by Dr.Jothydev, which we have started in our anniversary issue. The drug update series continues in this issue of GEMS.

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JDC Diabetes Gems Team
Jothydev's Diabetes and Research Centre, Trivandrum, Kerala, INDIA
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