Discrimination and Diabetes

Men With Heart Disease and Diabetes Get Better Care Than Women

A study just published by the RAND Corporation, a well-known think tank, has found that routine care received by women for their heart disease and diabetes isn't as good as that received by men.

0 comments - Jun 6, 2007 -

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New Massachusetts Police Can't Use an Insulin Pump

A 22-year-old who's planning to graduate from college this spring with a degree in criminal justice has run up against a Massachusetts state law that bars anyone who wears an insulin pump from being hired as a full-time police officer.

Comments 1 comment - Jun 4, 2007 -

Charges Against Bodybuilder Doug Burns Dropped

On May 30, 2007, prosecutors dropped the assault charges against Doug Burns, the champion bodybuilder whom we profiled extensively last month. The decision to dismiss the case and not go to trial was based upon evidence from an endocrinologist that Doug was in diabetic shock at the time of the incident and therefore had a viable defense of unconsciousness.

0 comments - May 31, 2007 -

Update On Mr. Universe: Doug Burns Arraigned in Court

Doug Burns, reigning Mr. Universe, was recently involved in an encounter with Redwood City police while experiencing severe low blood sugar; during the incident, he was handcuffed and clubbed by police who mistook him for inebriated. On May 2, 2007, Doug was arraigned in court on charges of assault and resisting arrest.

Comments 1 comment - May 10, 2007 -

Mr. Universe's Police Run-In Becomes a Force for Education

The story of Doug Burns’ arrest during a low blood sugar episode has generated a lot of comments from the diabetes community. How did it happen, why did it happen, and how could it have been handled differently?

Comments 1 comment - Apr 19, 2007 -

What Value Do You Place on Your Privacy?

If you live in New York City and have diabetes, your right to privacy is gone. A mandatory registry of all diabetics is in effect.

Comments 1 comment - Jun 1, 2006 -

We Can Work It Out

Could it be that when it comes to diabetes and the workplace, honesty isn’t always the best policy?

2 comments - Dec 1, 2005 -

Diabetes and Discrimination

Recently, I had a phone call from a friend seeking advice on whether or not to hire a nanny who has diabetes. I was shocked.

3 comments - Sep 1, 2005 -

Debunking Myths About Diabetes

Remember Zeus, Athena and Medusa? The mythological stories we learned as schoolchildren entertained and thrilled us, but we knew from the start that they were pure fantasy. Diabetes myths, however, are believed by many and can lead to inappropriate treatment choices and behaviors.

0 comments - Aug 1, 2005 -

2005 Priorities for Diabetes: The U.S. Congress is Back in Session

The U.S. Congress is back in session and hopes are high for diabetes victories.

0 comments - Mar 1, 2005 - Not Yet Rated

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