Circulating ketone bodies and mortality in heart failure: a community cohort study.

Background: The relationship between ketone bodies (KB) and mortality in patients with heart failure (HF) syndrome has not been well established.

Objectives: The aim of this study is to assess the distribution of KB in HF, identify clinical correlates, and examine the associations between plasma KB and all-cause mortality in a population-based HF cohort.

Methods: The plasma KB levels were measured by nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.

Videoconference based training on diabetes technology for school nurses and staff: Pilot study.

Purpose: Children with diabetes spend a significant portion of time at school and in school-related activities and rely on school nurses for diabetes management support. Diabetes technologies are rapidly evolving, and there are no standardized competencies or training programs for school personnel providing diabetes care.

Design And Methods: A virtual diabetes education program was provided to school nurses and staff in 3 Florida school districts.