Practical Cure Definition

  • Minimal Monitoring
  • Does not require blood glucose monitoring beyond once a week
  • Keeps A1C levels between 5 and 7.

  • Free Diet
  • Does not restrict a patient’s diet
  • Does not require carb counting

  • Reasonable Meds
  • If pharmacological, an easily managed regime

  • Sleep Worry Free
  • Allows patients to sleep care free

  • Minimal Side Effects
  • Best case: Zero side effects
  • Acceptable: Insignificant / non-invasive side effects

  • Fast Recovery (if surgical)
  • If surgical, less than 72 hours recovery

 

  • Latest Reports

  • March 30, 2013: The Diabetes Research Institute's BioHub Initiative 
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  • March 21, 2013:What Are the Characteristics of Practical Cure Research Projects?
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  • March 4, 2013: What Must Change to Achieve a Practical Cure by 2025?
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  • January 31, 2013: Do Donors Feel That Practical Cure Research Is Important?