Exam (IMAGE) MediaSource Caption Endocrinologist Dr. Joshua J. Joseph examines a patient at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Joseph led a study that solidifies the importance of stress relief for Type 2 diabetes management, finding higher cortisol levels led to higher blood sugar levels. Credit The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Usage Restrictions All multimedia is available for free & unrestricted use with a courtesy to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.