Cancer, Diabetes and the DNA Connection

Connections between diabetes and cancer have been evident for decades, but scientists have only recently begun identifying a reason for the relationship.

What they’re learning is that high glucose levels in the blood, a symptom of diabetes, may contribute to the onset of cancer. Conversely, some cancer-fighting treatments may cause blood sugar spikes or suppress natural insulin production, which may lead to diabetes.

Get critical information about the connection between the two diseases and learn how to lower your risk for both in this article from our partners at Cancer Treatment Centers of America.

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