Health — Diabetes — January 19th, 2026

Dual closed-loop insulin system adds chemical safeguard to protect against dangerous overdoses
A wearable device pairs glucose-responsive insulin with algorithmic pump control, creating dual safety loops that reduced hypoglycemia from 4.01% to 0.52% in diabetic rats.
January 19, 2026 — Source

People with mental illness found to receive poorer diabetes care
People with mental illness have a higher risk of developing diabetes due to multiple factors. However, they do not receive adequate medical care for existing diabetes, as an international study led by the Medical Faculty of the University of Augsburg now shows.
January 19, 2026 — Source

PFAS exposure increases gestational diabetes risk
A comprehensive review of nearly 130 studies shows the strongest evidence to date that "forever chemicals" are associated with gestational diabetes, while underscoring uncertainty around other diabetes outcomes and the need for more prospective research.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 9th, 2026

A better way to sell premade food could cut waste and boost sales
Grocery stores typically place older products in front. New research suggests the opposite approach actually works best.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Diabetes costs the global economy trillions, says study
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder and one of the most prevalent non-communicable diseases worldwide. On average, one in ten adults is affected. The number of people living with diabetes continues to rise, posing an increasing challenge for health care systems and entire economies. A new study reveals the global and national economic costs of diabetes and offers strategies to reduce them.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Long-term diabetes changes red blood cells, increasing cardiovascular disease risk
The longer a person has type 2 diabetes, the greater the risk of cardiovascular disease. A new study from Karolinska Institutet, published in the journal Diabetes, shows that changes in red blood cells may be an important explanation, and identifies a specific molecule as a possible biomarker.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Pancreatic organoid study reveals key factors shaping complex lumen formation
Organs often have fluid-filled spaces called lumens, which are crucial for organ function and serve as transport and delivery networks. Lumens in the pancreas form a complex ductal system, and its channels transport digestive enzymes to the small intestine. Understanding how this system forms in embryonic development is essential, both for normal organ formation and for diagnosing and treating pancreatic disorders.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Red blood cell changes may explain link between long-term diabetes and vascular damage
The longer a person has type 2 diabetes, the greater the risk of cardiovascular disease. A new study from Karolinska Institutet, published in the journal Diabetes, shows that changes in red blood cells may be an important explanation, and identifies a specific molecule as a possible biomarker.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Research shows benefits of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes
New research co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe, UCD School of Medicine, and led by the University of Liverpool, has demonstrated the significant benefits of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Study reveals the global economic costs of diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder and one of the most prevalent non-communicable diseases worldwide. On average, one in ten adults is affected. The number of people living with diabetes continues to rise, posing an increasing challenge for healthcare systems and entire economies. A new study reveals the global and national economic costs of diabetes and offers strategies to reduce them.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 8th, 2026

Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring a step closer as new tech launches
Apple Watch blood sugar monitoring is something the company reportedly wanted to do right from the start. A report back in 2023 said that the very first Apple Watch was initially intended to launch with non-invasive glucose measurement as a headline feature.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Mapping proteins in African genomes reveals new paths to fight type 2 diabetes
Researchers have conducted the most comprehensive analysis to date linking plasma proteins to genetic variation in individuals from continental Africa. Their study addresses a long-standing gap by studying a population grossly underrepresented in medical research. The findings could pave the way for earlier and more accurate type 2 diabetes diagnoses, as well as treatments tailored to African populations.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 7th, 2026

A fresh energy supply may shield nerves from diabetic or chemo-induced neuropathy
Researchers demonstrate that transferring healthy mitochondria from support glial cells to nerve cells could reduce nerve pain and degeneration.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Higher intake of food preservatives linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes
Higher consumption of food preservatives, widely used in industrially processed foods and beverages to extend their shelf life, has been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. These findings are the result of work carried out by researchers from Inserm, INRAE, Sorbonne Paris Nord University, Paris Cité University and Cnam, within the Nutritional Epidemiology Research Team (CRESS-EREN). They are based on health and dietary data from more than 100,000 adults participating in the NutriNet-Santé cohort study, and published in the journal Nature Communications.
January 7, 2026 — Source

If You Have Diabetes, Libre Assist Uses AI to Predict Your Meal's Glucose Level
Simply snap a photo of your food to learn how it may impact your blood sugar levels.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lifestyle interventions in pregnancy proven to reduce gestational diabetes risk
Researchers at the University of Liverpool have led the largest study to date demonstrating the significant benefits of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Movement matters: Light activity may lead to better survival in diabetes, heart, kidney disease
Nearly 90% of U.S. adults have at least one component of CKM syndrome, which includes high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol and lipids, high blood glucose (sugar), excess weight and reduced kidney function. When combined, these factors increase the risk for heart attack, stroke and heart failure more than any one of them alone. CKM stages range from 0 to 4, with the higher number indicating higher risk for heart disease and stroke.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Newly discovered gut microbial molecules in infancy may influence the risk of type 1 diabetes
An international research team has uncovered compelling evidence that gut-microbe-derived molecules may play an important role in shaping the developing immune system during early childhood.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Study shows beneficial impact of natural light on people with type 2 diabetes
Metabolic diseases have reached epidemic proportions in our society, driven by a sedentary lifestyle coupled with circadian misalignment - a desynchrony between our intrinsic biological clocks and environmental signals. Furthermore, we spend almost 90% of our time indoors, with a very limited exposure to natural daylight. To investigate the specific role of daylight in human metabolism, particularly in glycemic control, researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), the University Hospitals of Geneva (HUG), Maastricht University, and the German Diabetes Center (DDZ) conducted a controlled study with thirteen volunteers with type 2 diabetes.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 6th, 2026

Novo Nordisk launches daily weight-loss pill to expand GLP-1 access
On Monday, Novo Nordisk rolled out the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill, an oral version of Wegovy.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Semaglutide improves knee replacements for patients with diabetes
For those with type 2 diabetes who have knee osteoarthritis, getting a knee replacement can be difficult because they are more likely to have surgical complications.
January 6, 2026 — Source

You can track your glucose levels in the Withings app now - here's how
At CES 2026, Withings partnered with Abbott to offer continuous glucose monitoring.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 5th, 2026

If You Have Diabetes, Libre Assist Uses AI to Predict Your Meal's Glucose Level
Simply snap a photo of your food to learn how it may impact your blood sugar levels.
January 5, 2026 — Source

PreEvnt's isaac Non-Invasive Glucose Alert System Enters Human Trials
PreEvnt's isaac system is getting closer to its targeted Q4 2026 launch. It has gone from a concept prototype to active human clinical trials. The device uses VOC-sensing technology to check glucose biomarkers in exhaled breath. This is a non-invasive way to keep track of metabolic health. Isaac is currently being tested for FDA approval to help people with Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. It has an app that sends real-time alerts and reports that doctors can share.
January 5, 2026 — Source

SGLT-2 inhibitors linked to lower risk of diabetic foot nerve damage
A large population-based study found that adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who start treatment with sodium--glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors have a slightly lower risk of developing diabetic foot problems compared to those taking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 2nd, 2026

Increase in food prices can lead to stunted growth in children
We're throwing away food that's actually still good to eat.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 21st, 2025

Expert-Approved Continuous Glucose Monitors for Easy Tracking
If you're interested in trying out one of these monitors, start with these top picks.
December 21, 2025 — Source

How natural daylight can help people with diabetes improve blood sugar levels
People with type 2 diabetes may be able to improve their blood sugar by doing something as simple as sitting by a window for a few hours each day. In a study published in Cell Metabolism, scientists showed that natural daylight helps maintain healthy glucose levels.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 19th, 2025

Key protein ACE2 could protect against high blood pressure and diabetes
Proteins circulating in the blood can reveal what's happening in the body, from how we process energy to how diseases develop. Unlike genetic testing, which shows fixed risk factors from birth, protein analysis provides a real‐time picture of health and disease.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 15th, 2025

3 Surprising Things I Learned While Using an AI-Powered Glucose Monitor for 2 Weeks
Your dailly habits also impact your blood sugar. Here's what to know.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 12th, 2025

Nanozyme Hydrogel Directly Targets Cause of Diabetic Osteoarthritis
Researchers have developed a nanozyme-integrated hydrogel that directly targets advanced glycation end products (AGEs), a key driver of diabetic osteoarthritis (DOA).
December 12, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 5th, 2025

PFAS exposure may limit improvements in blood sugar after bariatric surgery
A new USC study shows teens with higher blood levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) measured before bariatric surgery had smaller improvements in blood sugar over five years, including fasting glucose and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), which measures average blood sugar levels over the past 60--90 days.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 3rd, 2025

Diabetes drugs may help older adults slow frailty
A new study shows that older adults with type 2 diabetes who start treatment with sodium--glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors—such as empagliflozin (Jardiance) and dapagliflozin (Farxiga)—or glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists—such as semaglutide (Ozempic) and liraglutide (Victoza)—experience slower progression of frailty over one year compared with those starting other diabetes medications.
December 3, 2025 — Source

How diabetes affects your eyes
While eye care and regular eye exams are important for everyone, they're particularly vital for people with diabetes.
December 3, 2025 — Source

How mouth health affects diabetes, and vice versa
Imagine trying to enjoy your favorite meal but finding that your gums hurt, your mouth feels dry and chewing has become uncomfortable. For people living with diabetes, this can be a daily reality that often goes unrecognized.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Noninvasive blood-glucose monitoring method could replace finger-prick tests for diabetes
A noninvasive method for measuring blood glucose levels, developed at MIT, could save diabetes patients from having to prick their fingers several times a day.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Health — Diabetes — November 26th, 2025

Finerenone shows superior survival and kidney protection over spironolactone in diabetic kidney disease
Finerenone shows superior survival and kidney protection over spironolactone in diabetic kidney disease
November 23, 2025 — Source

Possible therapeutic approach to treat diabetic nerve damage discovered
Nerve damage is one of the most common and burdensome complications of diabetes. Millions of patients worldwide suffer from pain, numbness, and restricted movement, largely because damaged nerve fibers do not regenerate sufficiently. The reasons for this are unclear.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Regenerative medicine offers a pathway toward curing type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the specific destruction of insulin-producing pancreatic &beta-cells. While islet transplantation has demonstrated promise, its widespread application is hampered by immune rejection, the necessity for lifelong immunosuppression, and a critical shortage of donor organs. This review posits that regenerative medicine, particularly strategies centered on stem cells and pancreatic progenitor cells, holds the key to a lasting cure.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Stanford's new cell therapy cures type 1 diabetes in mice
Researchers at Stanford found a way to cure or prevent Type 1 diabetes in mice using a combined blood stem cell and islet cell transplant. The procedure creates a hybrid immune system that stops autoimmune attacks and eliminates the need for immune-suppressing drugs. The method uses tools already common in clinical practice, putting human trials within reach. Scientists think the same strategy could transform treatments for autoimmune conditions and organ transplantation.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 21st, 2025

Chemerin receptor structures disclose new mechanism of lipid metabolism
Chemerin is a key adipokine that regulates lipid metabolism and insulin sensitivity, and thus is involved in many metabolic diseases such as obesity and diabetes. In addition, it plays a critical role in inflammation as a chemoattractant adipokine by guiding immune cell trafficking to inflammatory sites.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Hidden immune cells linked to early type 1 diabetes detected in lymph nodes
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) impacts nearly two million Americans, and by the time most people learn they have it, most of the body's insulin-producing cells are destroyed. Now, pinpointing a hidden group of immune "attack" cells in the pancreatic lymph nodes that appear earlier in the disease could offer the first real chance to detect—and even stop—T1D, according to new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania detailed in Science Immunology.
November 21, 2025 — Source

People with diabetes or fatty liver disease found less effective at obtaining energy from ketone bodies
The liver plays a central role in storing and supplying energy to the body. In type 2 diabetes and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD, commonly referred to as fatty liver disease), mitochondria—the cell's power plants—cannot switch efficiently between fuel sources.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 20th, 2025

Study suggests type 1 diabetes may significantly raise bladder cancer risk
People with type 1 diabetes (previously called juvenile diabetes) are 4.29 times more likely to develop bladder cancer, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis by researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. The new analysis is the first to control for the effects of tobacco smoking, a factor that likely obscured the heightened risk in earlier studies.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 14th, 2025

Study shows Ozempic could help dialysis patients qualify for kidney transplants
Obesity is one of the biggest barriers preventing patients with end-stage kidney disease from receiving a life-saving kidney transplant. New research from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and SSM Health physicians reveals that breakthrough weight loss medications could change that—giving more patients a second chance at life.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 13th, 2025

New study finds hidden diabetes danger in vaping
Vaping and smoking may be fueling a hidden surge in metabolic disease.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Why type 1 diabetes is more aggressive in young children
Scientists have made a major breakthrough in understanding why type 1 diabetes is more aggressive in young children, offering the clearest explanation to date of why the condition is particularly difficult to manage when diagnosed early in life.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Health — Diabetes — November 7th, 2025

Diabetes drug blunts exercise-induced health improvements
A widely prescribed diabetes drug may be sabotaging one of the most trusted strategies for preventing the disease: exercise.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Insulin rationing persists despite policy changes, study shows
For those with type 1 diabetes, insulin is necessary for survival, explains Yale School of Medicine's Kasia Lipska, MD, MHS, the study's corresponding author. Insulin is also essential for many individuals with type 2 diabetes, who use it to control their blood sugars. The medicine, which was discovered more than 100 years ago, should be available, accessible, and affordable for all those with diabetes, Lipska says.
November 7, 2025 — Source

More Americans are on dialysis. Could more safely wean off it?
Weaning patients with acute kidney injury (AKI) from dialysis while they are still hospitalized may save them from remaining on the treatment for the rest of their lives, according to a new study led by UC San Francisco.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 6th, 2025

Finerenone reduces kidney damage in type 1 diabetes by lowering protein in urine
The drug finerenone has a positive effect on patients with type 1 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The drug reduces the amount of proteins excreted in the urine of these patients. This reduction indicates that the degree of kidney damage is reduced and that the drug has a protective effect on kidney function.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Maternal type 1 diabetes may protect children through epigenetic changes
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system destroys the body's own insulin-producing beta-cells in the pancreas, leaving patients with a lifelong dependency on external insulin.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 30th, 2025

New model shows how treating diabetes early makes a difference
Could slightly elevated blood sugar levels lead to serious health problems in the future? A single patient's question sparked nearly a decade of research leading to the development of a landmark model that could shape how clinicians and researchers understand and manage diabetes across the US.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Researcher provides new hope in managing diabetic ketoacidosis
A researcher at the University of Houston finds management of diabetic ketoacidosis may center around reducing ketone levels in diabetic patients and increasing exercise capacity for better health outcomes. That could be life-changing for approximately 20%--30% of the 830 million diabetic patients who develop ketoacidosis, which occurs when there are too many ketones in the blood, and is life-threatening if left untreated.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 24th, 2025

Bariatric surgery in a pill bottle
More than 37 million Americans have type 2 diabetes, a chronic disorder affecting the body's ability to regulate and use sugar. According to the CDC, it's the country's seventh leading cause of death. Type 2 diabetes can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications, including insulin, a sugar-regulating hormone.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Best Continuous Glucose Monitors, According to Experts
These monitors can connect to your phone or smartwatch for easy tracking.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 20th, 2025

California to launch insulin for just $11 a pen
California will start selling low-cost insulin on Jan. 1, nearly three years after Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a plan to make lifesaving medications more affordable for folks with diabetes.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Mortality down with GLP-1 receptor agonist use in T2D, especially in those with OSA
Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) prescribed glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) have significantly lower one-year mortality, especially those also diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to a study presented at CHEST 2025, the annual meeting of the American College of Chest Physicians, held from Oct. 19 to 22 in Chicago.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Physical activity linked to higher overnight glucose in pregnancy hyperglycemia
A new study using continuous glucose monitors and wearable trackers uncovers a surprising twist in pregnancy health. This shows that more daily movement could mean higher overnight blood sugar, challenging assumptions about exercise and glucose control.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 17th, 2025

Assessing future physicians' awareness of diabetes stigma in health care
Assessing future physicians' awareness of diabetes stigma in health care
October 17, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 15th, 2025

GLP-1 drugs may delay alcohol's effects in the bloodstream
GLP-1 agonists, including semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide, slow the rate at which alcohol enters the bloodstream, resulting in a slower rise in breath alcohol concentration and reduced subjective intoxication. This effect is likely due to delayed gastric emptying. These findings suggest GLP-1 drugs may help reduce alcohol consumption through a mechanism distinct from existing treatments.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Strong grip strength may protect against obesity-related complications
Higher grip strength in individuals with excess body fat is associated with a reduced risk of developing obesity-related organ dysfunction and lower mortality over time. Grip strength, as a measure of muscle strength, consistently correlates with better outcomes, suggesting that maintaining muscle may help protect against complications linked to obesity.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Type 1 diabetes increased among young people during the pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sweden saw a temporary increase in type 1 diabetes cases among people under 30, especially children under 5 and young adult men, with cases rising by 12% in 2021 and 9% in 2022. COVID-19 infection was linked to accelerated onset only in children aged 5--9. Lifestyle changes during the pandemic may have contributed, while vaccination was not a factor.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 8th, 2025

Depression during pregnancy raises risk of gestational diabetes
Researchers uncover a consistent global link between antenatal depression and gestational diabetes, highlighting how early emotional support and screening could protect both maternal and newborn health.
October 8, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 3rd, 2025

Diabetes drugs show promise for treatment of alcohol use disorder
Genetic analyses indicate that variants in GLP1R and GIPR, targets of diabetes drugs, are associated with reduced alcohol consumption and improved liver health, without affecting use of tobacco, cannabis, or opioids. These findings suggest that GLP-1 and GIP-based therapies may help treat alcohol use disorder by influencing metabolic and appetite regulation pathways.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 29th, 2025

AI body composition measurements can predict cardiometabolic risk
Adiposity—or the accumulation of excess fat in the body—is a known driver of cardiometabolic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and kidney disease. But getting the full picture of a person's risk is harder than it may seem. Traditional measures such as body mass index (BMI) are imperfect, conflating fat and muscle mass and not capturing where in the body fat is located.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Zika virus may raise long-term risks of type 2 diabetes
Zika virus can infect the hypothalamus in the adult brain, causing inflammation and persistent insulin resistance even after recovery from the initial infection. This disruption in insulin signaling may increase the long-term risk of developing type 2 diabetes, highlighting the need to monitor metabolic health in individuals previously infected with Zika.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 26th, 2025

Weight loss treatments for people with diabetes and obesity could lower the risk of obesity-related cancers
Weight loss treatments, including medication and surgical procedures, may help lower the risk of obesity-related cancers in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes, a new study shows.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 25th, 2025

Cruciferous vegetables beat root vegetables in stabilizing blood sugar
A two-week trial reveals that soups made from broccoli, cabbage, and kale reduce post-meal glucose spikes more effectively than starchy vegetables like potatoes and pumpkin, pointing to the unique power of cruciferous vegetables for metabolic health.
September 25, 2025 — Source

This high-sugar fruit may actually lower diabetes risk
Mangos beat low-sugar snacks in a study, improving blood sugar and body fat in prediabetics.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 22nd, 2025

Arts programs can help prevent heart disease, diabetes and other leading causes of death, large study finds
Art isn't just for stages and studios. It can be a powerful public health resource. That's the takeaway from a new international study, commissioned by the Jameel Arts and Health Lab, that examined nearly 100 research projects from 27 countries to consider how arts programs, such as music, dance, theater, storytelling and other creative and cultural activities, can help prevent some of the world's biggest killers: heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other non-communicable diseases, which account for 74% of preventable deaths worldwide.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Cruciferous vegetables aid in regulation of blood sugar levels
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism has found evidence that cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale could help with the management of blood sugar levels, particularly for people at risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
September 22, 2025 — Source

Want a younger brain? Harvard researchers say eat like this
Researchers have shown that a green-Mediterranean diet can help slow brain aging. By analyzing data from the DIRECT PLUS trial, scientists found reduced levels of proteins tied to faster brain decline among those consuming green tea and Mankai. The results point to anti-inflammatory compounds as key protectors of brain health. This diet may be a powerful tool for preserving cognitive function.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 19th, 2025

Alpha cells moonlight as secret GLP-1 factories: Hormone shift could transform type 2 diabetes treatment
A new study from Duke University School of Medicine is challenging long-standing views on blood sugar regulation—and pointing to a surprising new ally in the fight against type 2 diabetes.
September 19, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 16th, 2025

New drug could be first to stop deadly fatty liver disease
New investigational treatment interrupts disease at its source, offering hope for millions with life-threatening liver condition linked to obesity and diabetes.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 9th, 2025

Bariatric surgery for weight loss shows greater long-term benefits than GLP-1 medicines
A large Cleveland Clinic study has found that people with obesity and type 2 diabetes who undergo weight-loss surgery live longer and face fewer serious health problems compared with those treated with GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines alone.
September 16, 2025 — Source

CPAP treatment may reduce death risk in people with both type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea
People with both type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obstructive sleep apnea have a higher risk of death, but treatment with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) may reduce that risk by around 26%, according to new research being presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Vienna (15-19 Sept).
September 9, 2025 — Source

Diabetes remains undiagnosed and untreated among a large portion of the global population
A large portion of the global population with diabetes remains undiagnosed or is not receiving optimal care, according to a new study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington School of Medicine and a global network of collaborators conducted the analysis of the diabetes care cascade for all ages, both sexes, and 204 countries and territories from 2000 to 2023.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Genomic and hormone study finds 22 additional type 2 diabetes-related variants
Type 2 diabetes affects an increasing number of people worldwide, and more often affects men than women. The disease is caused by a mix of genetic and lifestyle factors, but little is known about how someone's environment—both inside and outside the body—interacts with their genes to impact a person's risk of developing the disease.
September 9, 2025 — Source

GLP-1 receptor agonists may improve lung cancer outcomes
Lung cancer patients who take medications called GLP-1 receptor agonists—commonly prescribed for weight loss and diabetes management—fare better than those who don't, according to research led by Sai Yendamuri, MD, MBA, FACS, Chair of Thoracic Surgery at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Joseph Barbi, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Immunology.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Popular diabetes drug shows anti-aging effects among patients with type 2 diabetes
Telomeres are protective caps made of repetitive DNA sequences that sit at the ends of our chromosomes. Shortening of telomeres over time is a well-recognized marker of aging and an indicator of potential DNA damage.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 29th, 2025

Scientists found 3 simple tweaks that cut diabetes risk by 31%
A Mediterranean diet alone is healthy, but when combined with calorie control, exercise, and support, it cuts type 2 diabetes risk by 31%. The PREDIMED-Plus study followed almost 5,000 participants for six years, making it Europe's largest nutrition trial. Beyond lowering diabetes risk, participants lost more weight and reduced waist size. Researchers call it clear evidence that small, practical changes can have a big public health impact.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Stem cell research takes a step toward smart blood sugar control in diabetes
Professor Deng Hongkui's team from the Peking University School of Life Sciences has made the first successful differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells into fully endocrine-subtype-complete islets. These islets efficiently respond to blood glucose concentration changes, demonstrating very effective blood sugar control capabilities.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 25th, 2025

Mediterranean diet combined with calorie reduction and exercise may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
A Mediterranean-style diet, in combination with reduced caloric intake, moderate physical activity, and professional support for weight loss, may cut the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) by 31%, according to a new study co-authored by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
August 25, 2025 — Source

New blood micro-sampling method may enable early prevention of type 1 diabetes
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology and SciLifeLab have developed a new method for detecting early signs that the disease type 1 diabetes is going to develop. The study, conducted in an experimental model, shows that analyzing tiny amounts of blood can reveal disease-causing changes in the body, thereby enabling early treatment and disease prevention.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 22nd, 2025

Diagnosing diabetes may soon be as easy as breathing into a bag
In the U.S., one in five of the 37 million adults who has diabetes doesn't know it. Current methods of diagnosing diabetes and prediabetes usually require a visit to a doctor's office or lab work, both of which can be expensive and time-consuming. Now, diagnosing diabetes and prediabetes may be as simple as breathing.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Heartless Ransomware Gang Targets 2.7 Million Kidney Dialysis Patients In DaVita Data Breach
Black hat hackers are often greedy, and their desperation to amass ill-gotten wealth can drive them to do virtually anything. This was evident in a recent data breach, which exposed the sensitive information of over 2.7 million patients at DaVita, a prominent Kidney dialysis firm.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 21st, 2025

A simple test could predict a newborn's risk of developing type 2 diabetes
A genetic test of cord blood at birth may hold the key to predicting a child's future risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to exciting new research from Australia and Hong Kong.
August 21, 2025 — Source

FDA Approves Signos: First Glucose Monitoring App for Weight Loss
The FDA has approved Signos, an AI-powered app that uses continuous glucose monitoring to guide weight loss and personalized nutrition. Cheaper than GLP-1 drugs, Signos offers real-time feedback on how foods affect the body, making it a new alternative for weight management.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 19th, 2025

AI, full automation could expand artificial pancreas to more diabetes patients
Automated insulin delivery (AID) systems such as the UVA Health-developed artificial pancreas could help more type 1 diabetes patients if the devices become fully automated, according to a new review of the technology.
August 19, 2025 — Source

How patient frailty determines lung protection benefits in personalized diabetes care
In a significant research advancement that may help inform treatment strategies for millions of patients worldwide, a research team led by Prof. Fei-Yuan Hsiao of National Taiwan University and Prof. Liang-Kung Chen of National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University has provided important new insights into a critical clinical question: "Which diabetes medications may offer better lung outcomes for patients with both diabetes and COPD—and does patient frailty matter?"
August 19, 2025 — Source

Towards fully automated artificial pancreas systems for better diabetes care
Automated insulin delivery (AID) systems such as the UVA Health-developed artificial pancreas could help more type 1 diabetes patients if the devices become fully automated, according to a new review of the technology.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 17th, 2025

Trial finds no cardiovascular benefit and higher safety risks with spironolactone in dialysis patients
A large international study has found that spironolactone, a medication for high blood pressure and heart failure, does not reduce the risk of heart-related death or hospitalizations in people with kidney failure receiving dialysis, despite earlier smaller studies suggesting benefit.
August 17, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 11th, 2025

Apple Fitness+ access now available for free through GLP-1 weight-loss program
Apple Fitness+ access is coming to another partner platform. FuturHealth, a personalized weight-loss service, announced today that it's offering complimentary Apple Fitness+ access to all program members at no additional cost. Fitness+ provides guided workout sessions with tight Apple Watch integration
August 11, 2025 — Source

Biomarkers for brain insulin resistance discovered in the blood
If the brain no longer responds properly to insulin (insulin resistance), this can lead to weight gain, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers at the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD) in Potsdam and Tübingen have discovered small chemical modifications to genetic material (epigenetic changes) in the blood that indicate how well the brain responds to insulin.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Diabetes risk in childhood cancer survivors targeted through digital health monitoring
A researcher at The University of Texas at Arlington is helping a leading national cancer center explore how wearable devices could help childhood cancer survivors avoid long-term health complications such as diabetes and heart disease.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Implant system can treat Type 1 diabetes by supplying extra oxygen to insulin-secreting cells
Cornell researchers have developed an implant system that can treat Type 1 diabetes by supplying extra oxygen to densely packed insulin-secreting cells, without the need for immunosuppression. The system could also potentially provide long-term treatment for a range of chronic diseases.
August 11, 2025 — Source or Source

Mothers face greater financial impact following child's type 1 diabetes diagnosis
Parents of children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes suffer an income drop in the years following the diagnosis. The impact is more pronounced in mothers, especially mothers of children diagnosed in preschool years. These novel findings from a study led by researchers at Uppsala University, Sweden, have now been published in Diabetologia, the Journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD).
August 11, 2025 — Source

Parental incomes drop if their child is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, finds study
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune disease that requires daily insulin treatment and continual blood sugar monitoring. In Sweden, more than a thousand children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes yearly. The parents of these children shoulder the main responsibility for treatment and monitoring, at home as well as in school settings. Previous research has shown that parents of children with type 1 diabetes are at increased risk of stress-related symptoms and may need to reduce their working hours.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Prediabetes more life-threatening for people aged 20--54, study finds
Conflicting evidence about the association between prediabetes and mortality prompted the University at Buffalo researchers to do the study.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Study suggests who is most at risk of missing critical follow-up care for diabetic eye disease
A new study by researchers at Unity Health, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center and the University of Toronto has found that patients with a diabetes-related eye condition who are male, Black or Hispanic, or live farther from a treatment center are more likely to miss follow-up appointments, putting them at greater risk of vision loss.
August 11, 2025 — Source

What scientists discovered about french fries and diabetes
But similar amounts of boiled, baked and mashed potatoes are not associated with a substantially increased risk, say researchers.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 8th, 2025

Breakthrough "smart" gel restores blood flow and heals diabetic wounds in days
A new gel-based treatment could change the way diabetic wounds heal. By combining tiny healing messengers called vesicles with a special hydrogel, scientists have created a dressing that restores blood flow and helps wounds close much faster. In tests, the treatment healed diabetic wounds far quicker than normal, while also encouraging the growth of new blood vessels. Researchers believe this innovation could one day help millions of people with slow-healing wounds caused by diabetes and possibly other conditions.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Diabetes patient produces own insulin after gene-edited cell transplant -- without anti-rejection drugs
A potential major step toward a type 1 diabetes cure
August 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Silver Nanoparticles Get a Green Makeover: An Eco-Friendly Way to Target Diabetes
Researchers have developed an eco-friendly method to produce silver nanoparticles from the roots of Martynia annua, showing strong antioxidant and anti-diabetic potential while avoiding the toxic by-products of conventional synthesis.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Study unveils a novel therapeutic solution for diabetic wound healing
Diabetic wounds, particularly foot ulcers, are notorious for their slow and often incomplete healing due to reduced blood flow and endothelial cell dysfunction. One of the major contributors to this issue is thrombospondin-1 (TSP-1), which inhibits the growth of new blood vessels, a process crucial for tissue repair. Despite various existing treatments, the challenge of addressing this barrier to healing remains unmet. With the global rise in diabetes cases, new treatments targeting the underlying causes of delayed wound healing have become a critical area of research.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 4th, 2025

Living in rural areas early in life may increase risk of type 1 diabetes
New research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Vienna, Austria (15-19 September) suggests that living in a rural environment in the first five years of life could increase the risk of developing type 1 diabetes compared with living in urban environments. The study is by Samy Sebraoui and Professor Soffia Gudbjornsdottir, University of Gothenburg, Sweden, and colleagues.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 2nd, 2025

Sugar layer on beta cells prevents immune system from causing type 1 diabetes
Scientific breakthroughs in one disease don't always shed light on treating other diseases. But that's been the surprising journey of one Mayo Clinic research team. After identifying a sugar molecule that cancer cells use on their surfaces to hide from the immune system, the researchers have found the same molecule may eventually help in the treatment of type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes.
August 2, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 1st, 2025

Depression in diabetes: Chronic inflammation biomarkers can influence treatment success
People with diabetes suffer from depression more frequently than average. Researchers from the German Diabetes Center (DDZ), the Research Institute of the Diabetes Academy Mergentheim (Forschungsinstitut an der Diabetes Akademie Mergentheim, FIDAM) and the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD) were able to show in a large-scale analysis that biomarkers for chronic inflammation levels influence the therapeutic success of depressive symptoms—however, with considerable differences in type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Study finds living in rural environments in first 5 years of life could be a risk factor for developing type 1 diabetes
New research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Vienna, Austria (15--19 September) suggests that living in a rural environment in the first five years of life could increase the risk of developing type 1 diabetes compared with living in urban environments.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 29th, 2025

Exonate plans 'CLEAR-DE' Phase IIb clinical trial of lead candidate EXN407 for diabetic eye disease
Exonate Ltd., a biotechnology company developing novel, non-invasive, small-molecule therapeutics for patients with retinal vascular diseases, today announced plans to initiate a Phase IIb clinical trial for its lead candidate EXN407. The CLEAR-DE (Clinical Evaluation of a New Eye Drop for Alleviating Retinopathy in Diabetic Eye Disease) trial will further evaluate the clinical efficacy, optimal dosing and safety profile of EXN407 in patients with non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR).
July 29, 2025 — Source

GDF-15 and eGFRdiff: Blood markets may help predict kidney risk and survival in diabetes mellitus
Kidney complications in diabetes often progress silently, putting patients at risk of life-threatening outcomes long before any symptoms appear. Identifying individuals with diabetes who are at risk of rapid kidney function decline or early death has challenged doctors for decades, with traditional markers like serum creatinine and urinary albumin falling short of accurately predicting these risks.
July 29, 2025 — Source

New blood markers predict kidney disease and mortality in diabetes
Kidney complications in diabetes often progress silently, putting patients at risk of life-threatening outcomes long before any symptoms appear. Identifying individuals with diabetes who are at risk of rapid kidney function decline or early death has challenged doctors for decades, with traditional markers like serum creatinine and urinary albumin falling short of accurately predicting these risks.
July 29, 2025 — Source

New findings reveal how &beta-cell subtypes influence type 2 diabetes development
If it has seemed like more people you know are developing diabetes, you are right. The diabetes epidemic is not called an epidemic for nothing: According to the American Diabetes Association, over 10% of the U.S. population—approximately 38.4 million people—had diabetes in 2021, and 1.2 million more people get diagnosed each year.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Prediabetes risk doubled for Asian, Pacific Islander teens with overweight, obesity
Adrian Matias Bacong, Ph.D., M.P.H., from the Stanford University Center for Asian Health Research and Education in California, and colleagues examined prediabetes in adolescent Asian/PI subgroups. The analysis included health record data from Kaiser Permanente Northern California for 20,540 non-Hispanic White and 16,508 Asian/PI adolescents aged 10 to 17 years.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 26th, 2025

Brain peptide ODN reduces hunger and boosts glucose regulation in rat study
University of Pennsylvania and Syracuse University scientists have discovered that a hindbrain-derived peptide, octadecaneuropeptide (ODN), can suppress appetite and improve glucose regulation without causing nausea or vomiting. Results suggest a glia-to-neuron signaling axis in the dorsal vagal complex that may be harnessed for treating obesity and type 2 diabetes.
July 26, 2025 — Source

'Weekend warrior' workouts reduce diabetics' risk of death, study indicates
"These findings reinforce the importance of flexible physical activity patterns for people with diabetes as they can improve insulin sensitivity and glycemic control—especially for those who face barriers to maintaining regular routine exercise," concluded the research team led by Zhiyuan Wu, a postdoctoral research fellow at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston.
July 26, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 25th, 2025

The Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitor Receiver Recall: What You Need to Do to Stay Safe
This is a Class I recall where 56 serious injuries have been reported. If you use one of Dexcom's continuous glucose monitoring systems, here's what you need to know.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 22nd, 2025

A new diabetes subtype identified in Sub-Saharan Africa and Black Americans
An international team of researchers has made a key discovery: many children and young adults in Sub-Saharan Africa diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) may have a different form of the disease—one not caused by the immune system, unlike classic T1D. This discovery could change how diabetes is diagnosed, treated and managed across the region, paving the way for more accurate care and better outcomes.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Date vinegar lowers blood sugar and cholesterol in type 2 diabetes
Discover how a simple daily dose of red date vinegar helped adults with diabetes cut blood sugar and cholesterol in ten weeks, suggesting effects on key disease pathways.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Extreme childhood obesity drives liver and diabetes risks
New research reveals that extreme obesity in US youth, although still rare, has more than tripled since 2008, placing older teens and minority children at higher risk for serious metabolic complications.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Mitochondrial protein misfolding found to kill pancreatic cells in type 2 diabetes
Aging-related diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disorders and type 2 diabetes, are associated with defects in protein synthesis and folding.
July 22, 2025 — Source

New imaging technique reveals how cells organize glucose processing
In a scientific first, researchers from Vanderbilt University and the University of California, San Diego, have generated a high-resolution metabolic "map" of how cells orchestrate glucose processing, revealing a hidden world where organelles and molecular complexes collaborate when responding to a rush of nutrients. This new study, published in Nature Communications, has redefined how glucose metabolism is visualized at the single-cell level. The pioneering work provides both a new method and insights into an organizational and molecular framework that can be used to study how metabolic processes are disrupted in diseases like diabetes, obesity, and cancer, as well as in aging and neurodegeneration.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Risk for dementia, ischemic stroke, mortality lower with GLP-1 receptor agonists in type 2 diabetes, obesity
The study included 60,860 adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity: 30,430 in the GLP-1 RA group and 30,430 in the other antidiabetic drug group (biguanides, sulfonylureas, dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitors, sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors, thiazolidinediones, and α-glucosidase inhibitors) after propensity score matching.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 18th, 2025

Bone regeneration can suffer when diabetes damages surrounding nerves
Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder and is one of the leading chronic diseases worldwide. It is widely known for its impact on blood sugar levels and conditions related to the cardiovascular system, kidneys, eyes, and nerves.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Diabetic women should be asked about desire for kids at every doctor's visit, guidelines say
Doctors should ask diabetic women at every visit about their intention to have a child, to make sure they get the appropriate care prior to conception, new guidelines say.
July 18, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 14th, 2025

Need a Testosterone Boost? Maybe Try Some Ozempic
New research finds that men taking a GLP-1 for their obesity or type 2 diabetes often experience a rise in testosterone levels.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Nighttime pistachio consumption affects gut bacteria in adults with prediabetes
Prediabetes affects a third of people in the United States and most of them will develop Type 2 diabetes, yet effective dietary intervention strategies remain limited. Pistachios have shown promise in improving markers of diet quality, yet little is known about how they influence the gut microbiome - a key player in glucose regulation and inflammation.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Public health response data show success of standard infection control measures for dialysis
Alexandra Kurutz, M.P.H., from the Tennessee Department of Health in Nashville, and colleagues reviewed public health response effects carried out in five separate facilities in four states during 2020 to 2023. Six patients infected or colonized with C. auris received dialysis treatment for up to four months in these facilities. C. auris status was unknown to the treating facilities for five of the patients.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Research explores depression's ripple effect on diabetes
A study conducted by researchers at Saint Louis University found that patients with depression were more likely to have uncontrolled diabetes over time and that depression contributes to a heightened economic burden to diabetes management.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 13th, 2025

Experts suggest screening women with diabetes for intent to conceive at every doctor visit
A joint guideline released by the Endocrine Society and the European Society of Endocrinology (ESE) recommends women with diabetes receive proper preconception care and access to emerging diabetes technology and therapeutics to manage their blood sugar before, during and after pregnancy.
July 13, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 10th, 2025

Hidden heart risks exist in women with type 2 diabetes
Women with type 2 diabetes are nearly twice as likely as men to have hidden heart damage, according to a study by University of Leicester researchers.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Hypothermia alters glucose metabolism and may reveal mechanisms of metabolic disease
Some mammals are capable of hibernating during periods of low food availability in an effort to conserve energy and survive. While it is easy to understand why species have evolved this survival mechanism, exactly how these animals regulate their metabolism and body temperature remains a mystery.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Innovative wristband offers continuous monitoring of multiple health indicators for diabetes
The flexible wristband consists of a microneedle array that painlessly samples interstitial fluid under the skin to measure glucose, lactate and alcohol in real time using three different enzymes embedded within the tiny needles. Designed for easy replacement, the microneedle array can be swapped out to tailor wear periods. This reduces the risk of allergic reactions or infection while supporting longer-term use.
July 10, 2025 — Source

This tiny implant could save diabetics from silent, deadly crashes
The new implant carries a reservoir of glucagon that can be stored under the skin and deployed during an emergency — with no injections needed
July 10, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 7th, 2025

Metabolic differences in male and female muscles may explain diabetes variations
The skeletal muscles of men and women process glucose and fats in different ways. A study conducted by the University Hospital of Tübingen, the Institute for Diabetes Research and Metabolic Diseases of Helmholtz Munich and the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD) e.V. provides the first comprehensive molecular analysis of these differences.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — June 30th, 2025

Replacing daily bread with oat &beta-glucan bread fails to lower key diabetes risk markers
A new international study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that simply replacing regular bread with a specially formulated oat &beta-glucan-enriched bread does not significantly improve long-term blood sugar control in individuals at risk of type 2 diabetes.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Scientists discover 'off switch' enzyme that could stop heart disease and diabetes
UTA research could help restore proper cholesterol levels, stopping many diseases in their tracks.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — June 25th, 2025

A cure for type 1 diabetes? Beta cell replacement with zimislecel achieves insulin independence in early trial
In a clinical trial led by University of Toronto researchers, an allogeneic stem cell--derived islet therapy (zimislecel) restored insulin production and ended severe hypoglycemia in adults with type 1 diabetes within a year of treatment.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Lower post-meal blood sugar linked to reduced mortality risk
It is well known that preventing the onset of diabetes reduces the risk of death, and that managing blood glucose levels is key to preventing diabetes. However, it remains unclear whether there are specific ranges within "normal" blood glucose levels that are associated with even lower mortality risks.
June 25, 2025 — Source

New pretreatment method boosts islet transplant survival in diabetes
A pretreatment step could help transplanted pancreatic islets survive longer in patients with type 1 diabetes, according to a new preclinical study from Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. One combination of small molecules extended the cells' lives in female mice, and adding two molecules to the mixture boosted cell survival in male mice.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Working in people-contact roles increase risk of type 2 diabetes
The emotional demands and confrontation inherent in person-contact roles, involving direct face to face or voice to voice interaction with external parties, are linked to a heightened risk of type 2 diabetes, suggests research published online in Occupational & Environmental Medicine.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — June 23rd, 2025

Experimental drug burns fat and reduces blood sugar while preserving muscle mass
The new drug, which is taken in tablet form, has a completely different mechanism of action than the well-known GLP-1-based drugs, such as Ozempic, which is administered via injections. GLP-1 drugs affect hunger via signals between the gut and the brain, but often have side effects such as loss of appetite, reduced muscle mass, and gastrointestinal problems.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Trading diet sodas for water can help control diabetes and lose weight, research suggests
Want to lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes? Trade diet soda for a tall glass of water, a new small-scale study argues.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Use of sleep heart rate patterns to forecast diabetes risk in pregnancy
A new study reveals that tracking heart rate variability through simple home devices can help identify gestational diabetes weeks before standard tests, enabling earlier interventions for healthier pregnancies.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Weekly semaglutide improves blood sugar and weight in adults with type 1 diabetes, clinical trial finds
A new clinical trial found that taking a popular diabetes and weight-loss drug once weekly significantly improves blood sugar and leads to substantial weight loss in adults with type 1 diabetes who use automated insulin delivery systems.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — June 16th, 2025

Despite what you learned at school, insulin isn't just made in the pancreas
Your brain makes insulin—the same insulin produced by your pancreas. The same insulin that is not produced in people with type 1 diabetes and the same insulin that does not work properly in people with type 2 diabetes.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Oura Ring Can Now Use AI to Monitor Blood Sugar Levels. I Tested It For a Week and Got These 3 Surprising Takeaways
I paired my Oura ring with Dexcom's Stelo AI-powered CGM to track my glucose. Here's what I learned about my eating habits.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Scientists discover molecule that switches off brown fat activity
Obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases are increasingly present in the population. Brown adipose tissue has a protective function against these prevalent diseases, as it burns calories and can produce body heat from fat. But as the body ages, the activity of brown adipose tissue decreases. This inactivation of brown adipose tissue — also typical of obese people — remains poorly studied in the scientific literature.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Sleep loss rewires the brain for cravings and weight gain. A neurologist explains the science behind the cycle
You stayed up too late scrolling through your phone, answering emails or watching just one more episode. The next morning, you feel groggy and irritable. That sugary pastry or greasy breakfast sandwich suddenly looks more appealing than your usual yogurt and berries. By the afternoon, chips or candy from the break room call your name. This isn't just about willpower. Your brain, short on rest, is nudging you toward quick, high-calorie fixes.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — June 13th, 2025

Heart disease and diabetes drive surge in deaths among Americans without college degrees
About 525,000 more deaths occurred among US adults in 2023 than would be expected had pre-2010 mortality trends continued. More than 90% of these deaths occurred among individuals without a bachelor's degree and were largely caused by cardiovascular diseases, underscoring how educational attainment can influence individuals' health opportunities and outcomes.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Scientists identify diagnostic aid to determine risk of diabetic foot ulcer recurrence
NIH-funded project shows that trans-epidermal water loss could indicate if wounds are fully healed.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Two biomarkers that may predict diabetic foot ulcer healing outcomes identified
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a major clinical challenge, with high rates of morbidity, disability, amputations and mortality. Despite extensive research, effective predictive biomarkers for DFUs healing remain elusive.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — June 6th, 2025

AI-powered tool set to transform type 1 diabetes diagnosis and treatment
Western Sydney University researchers have led a global team to pioneer a new AI-powered tool to assess the risk of developing type 1 diabetes (T1D) and predict treatment responses, potentially changing how the disease is diagnosed and managed.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Over-the-counter supplement could prevent heart disease in type 2 diabetes patients
The study found that diabetes patients who took daily mitoquinone, a widely available antioxidant, as well as their standard treatment had healthier hearts after four months than those not given the supplement. Mitoquinone was able to reverse the early signs of diabetes-related heart failure over the course of the study.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 30th, 2025

Genetic factors influence obesity risk in children exposed to gestational diabetes
Children exposed to gestational diabetes in utero with a specific variation of a common gene are at a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese during childhood, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
May 30, 2025 — Source or Source

Newly discovered mechanism of mitochondrial dysfunction in obesity may drive insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes
A newly discovered mechanism that leads to liver dysfunction may be a key factor in type 2 diabetes and other metabolic disorders in individuals with obesity, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Scientists identify diagnostic aid to determine risk of diabetic foot ulcer recurrence
NIH-funded project shows that trans-epidermal water loss could indicate if wounds are fully healed.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Vegetarianism linked to values of autonomy and non-conformity
The values of vegetarians diverge sharply from those of meat-eaters, revealing a profile less about kindness and more about individuality, according to psychologist John B. Nezlek at SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities and the College of William & Mary.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 28th, 2025

Newly discovered 'molecular fingerprints' could transform diabetes treatment and diagnosis
Researchers reveal unprecedented insights into insulin resistance that could pave the way for better treatments and earlier detection of type 2 diabetes
May 28, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 23rd, 2025

FDA halts sale of off-brand Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs
A federal deadline ending sale of off-brand weight-loss and diabetes medications is now in effect, cutting off access to drugs many patients count on.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Vascularized stem cell islet organoids offer improved model for diabetes research
Researchers led by Maike Sander, scientific director of the Max Delbrück Center, have developed a vascularized organoid model of hormone-secreting cells in the pancreas. The advance, published in Developmental Cell, promises to improve diabetes research and cell-based therapies.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 22nd, 2025

Replacing animal products with plant-based foods leads to weight loss in people with type 1 diabetes, finds new research
Replacing animal products with plant-based foods—even those defined as "unhealthy" by the plant-based diet index—is an effective strategy for weight loss in adults with type 1 diabetes, finds a new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, published in Frontiers in Nutrition.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Researchers develop a noninvasive method for diagnosing insulinomas
Diabetes is characterized by the pancreas producing too little insulin, but there is a rarer condition in which it produces too much. A hormone-producing tumor originating in the pancreas—an insulinoma—is the cause. Patients with the condition often experience severe hypoglycemia, resulting in convulsions, impaired consciousness, and sometimes even death.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 13th, 2025

Type 5 diabetes is a newly recognized disease. Here are all the types of diabetes you need to know about
Type 5 diabetes has just been recognized as a distinct form of diabetes by the International Diabetes Federation. Despite the name, there are more than a dozen different types of diabetes. The classification isn't quite as tidy as the numbering suggests.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 6th, 2025

Diabetes drug shows potential to slow prostate cancer cell growth
An international team of scientists led by the Medical University of Vienna has identified similarities in the mechanisms of diabetes and cancer: as the researchers show, the protein PPARγ, which is central to the regulation of metabolic processes, can also influence the growth of prostate cancer cells. PPARγ is already known to be a target of certain drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Source

Experimental drug blocks protein that links low blood sugar to diabetic vision loss
In a new study led by scientists at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have determined that low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia, may promote a breakdown of the blood-retinal barrier, an important boundary that regulates the flow of nutrients, waste and water in and out of the retina.
May 6, 2025 — Source

New review of performance measures for diabetes finds many measures inadequate
A review by the American College of Physicians (ACP) of performance measures for diabetes found that of the 14 performance measures relevant to internal medicine, only four meet ACP's rigorous standards for appropriate use, high-quality evidence, and scientific acceptability. "Quality Indicators for Diabetes in Adults: A Review of Performance Measures by the American College of Physicians" was published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Physician-led online nutrition intervention program is successful at improving health for patients with type 2 diabetes
An online physician-led plant-based nutrition intervention program for patients with type 2 diabetes is practical, cost-effective, and successful at improving patient health, finds a new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. The program led to reductions in diabetes medications, body weight, A1C, and total and LDL cholesterol levels.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Why aren't people who need weight loss drugs getting them?
Weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have attracted widespread attention, making headlines across pop culture and scientific sectors alike. But it appears that hearing about these medications is a lot easier than actually getting them.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — May 2nd, 2025

Cellular quality control linked to insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes
Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center have revealed critical insights into how impaired mitochondrial dynamics and quality control mechanisms in skeletal muscle influence insulin sensitivity in patients with type 2 diabetes, or T2D. The study, titled "Deubiquitinating Enzymes Regulate Skeletal Muscle Mitochondrial Quality Control and Insulin Sensitivity in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes," was recently published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — April 28th, 2025

Lifespan of glucose-controlling molecule could be extended, helping protect against obesity, research suggests
Between 1990 and 2017 the global deaths attributed to high body mass index more than doubled from 2.2 million to 4.7 million people. Obesity levels also track closely with type 2 diabetes, where the figure has been projected to rise from an estimated 451 million adults worldwide in 2017 to 693 million by 2045.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — April 11th, 2025

GLP-1 agonists may reshape the gut microbiome
New research highlights how GLP-1 receptor agonists influence gut bacteria, offering insights into their broader metabolic and anti-inflammatory benefits.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — April 7th, 2025

Advances in the treatment of type 1 diabetes
Recent decades have seen a lot of progress in diabetes treatment. In a new study, Per-Ola Carlsson, Professor of Medical Cell Biology, has obtained promising results. "This is the first time anyone has succeeded in transplanting insulin-producing cells into another individual without immunosuppressive drugs," he says.
April 7, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Biden plan to expand obesity drug coverage is rejected
The Trump administration has decided not to expand Medicare and Medicaid coverage for popular obesity drugs, blocking a Biden administration initiative that could have helped millions of Americans access the medications.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Five things to know about semaglutide-based medications and addiction treatment
Ozempic and similar semaglutide-based medications have been hailed as miracle drugs. Known as GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) agonists, this class of medications mimics a natural hormone the small intestine releases after you eat. They slow the movement of food through the gut and boost insulin production, increasing the feeling of fullness and suppressing appetite.
April 7, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — April 2nd, 2025

Power outages put diabetes patients at risk
Insulin pumps and glucose monitors often rely on having a source of electricity, making planning essential.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 31st, 2025

Apple Watch 'Many Years Away' From Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring
Apple's attempts to develop a non-invasive glucose monitoring feature for Apple Watch remains "many years away" from debuting, despite over 15 years of work to make the capability a reality in a consumer device, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Clinical trial shows oral semaglutide vastly reduces heart attacks, strokes in people with type 2 diabetes
Both the injectable and oral forms of semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, have gained recent attention for their effectiveness against weight gain, high blood sugar, and even alcohol cravings.
March 31, 2025 — Source

High muscle strength can prevent type 2 diabetes regardless of genetic susceptibility
Researchers from the School of Public Health, LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) conducted a large-scale epidemiological study to explore the potential health benefits of high muscle strength in preventing type 2 diabetes (T2D) across varying levels of genetic risk.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Study reveals more type 1 diabetics are obese, taking GLP-1 drugs
Use of cutting-edge weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound has increased dramatically among people with type 1 diabetes, raising safety concerns among experts, a new study says.
March 31, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 24th, 2025

15.5-day G7 integrated continuous glucose monitor in adults with diabetes shows positive results
The study enrolled 130 adults at six centers in the U.S. with either type 1 (87%) or type 2 diabetes on MDI (6%) or basal insulin only (7%) and analyzed CGM-venous (YSI) blood matched pairs (20,310), with participants using the 15-day Dexcom G7 CGM device.
March 24, 2025 — Source

INHALE-3 extension study: Inhaled technosphere insulin plus insulin degludec maintains glycemic control
A new study in the journal Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics evaluated the effects of a regimen of inhaled technosphere insulin (TI) and insulin degludec over 30 weeks and its potential to reduce post-meal hyperglycemia in adults with type 1 diabetes. TI has a more rapid onset of action than rapid-acting insulin analogs.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 13th, 2025

Discovery of C-reactive protein's inflammatory pathway in diabetic kidneys offers new treatment avenues
A research team from the School of Chinese Medicine in the LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has discovered that C-reactive protein (CRP) can exacerbate kidney inflammation caused by diabetes, also known as diabetic kidney disease (DKD), through a Smad3-NLRP3 inflammasome-dependent mechanism. Therefore, future research targeting CRP or the Smad3-NLRP3 mechanism may provide new treatment directions for DKD.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 12th, 2025

First national perception survey of Food is Medicine programs shows strong public support
Researchers have conducted the first national survey on public awareness and perceptions of food, health, and Food is Medicine programs. A team at the Food is Medicine Institute at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University found that nearly 90% of Americans surveyed agreed that eating healthy foods is important for preventing conditions like obesity, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Limiting TV time may reduce heart disease risk for people with genetic risk for diabetes
Watching no more than one hour of TV a day may lower the risk of heart attack, stroke and other blood vessel diseases among people with varying levels of genetic risk for Type 2 diabetes, including high genetic risk, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
March 12, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 28th, 2025

AI analysis of eye images offers a window to kidney health in type 2 diabetes
New University of Dundee research has revealed that using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze photos taken during routine diabetes eye screenings provides a window into kidney health.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 17th, 2025

Diabetes fuels antibiotic resistance, worsening infections and treatment challenges
Diabetes mellitus (DM) affects about 530 million people globally, with current estimates projecting that DM cases will reach 1.3 billion by 2050. Individuals with DM are at an increased risk of skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) that are difficult to treat, even with antibiotics.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Inadequate postpartum screening for hypertension and diabetes a 'missed opportunity' for women, study suggests
Less than one in five patients are tested for cardiovascular risk factors following pregnancy-related hypertension or diabetes, according to a new study published in the "Go Red for Women" issue of Circulation.
February 17, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 14th, 2025

Self-sealing, atomically thin dialysis membranes: Proteins transform leakage into filtration advantage
A Vanderbilt-led research team has made a significant breakthrough in developing advanced dialysis membranes using atomically thin materials like graphene. These innovative membranes, called nanoporous atomically thin membranes (NATMs), leverage a protein-enabled sealing mechanism to address a key challenge in dialysis technology, which is maintaining high efficiency in filtering small molecules while minimizing protein loss.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 5th, 2025

Drinking ketones improves heart health for people with type 2 diabetes
Drinking ketones improves heart health, a new small-scale study from the University of Portsmouth has found.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Fruit fly research reveals new insights into insulin production
The hormone insulin plays a central role in the metabolism of many living organisms. When food is plentiful, insulin promotes the absorption and storage of energy. In times of hunger, however, insulin secretion is reduced; the body conserves energy or searches for alternative energy sources. It is crucial for survival that this system is finely tuned. If it gets out of balance, there is a risk of diabetes and other metabolic diseases.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Rapid increase in early-onset type 2 diabetes in China highlights urgent public health challenges
A study led by researchers from Peking University and published in Health Data Science reveals a sharp rise in the burden of early-onset type 2 diabetes (T2D) among adolescents and young adults in China from 1990 to 2021. Despite improvements in mortality rates, the incidence and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) associated with the disease have grown alarmingly.
February 5th, 2025 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 3rd, 2025

New, increasingly widely used diabetes medication may have additional health benefits for older adults
A new and increasingly widely used diabetes medication may have additional health benefits for older adults, according to new research which looked at data from more than 300,000 patients who have taken part in clinical trials.
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Prescription trends for obesity medications surge, tied to growing interest in GLP-1 drugs
Monthly prescriptions for obesity medications reached 1.5 million in February 2024, with semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound) gaining market share as phentermine's dominance declines
February 3rd, 2025 — Source

Diabetes: Treating Wounds and Injuries
No matter how small or superficial a wound is, you should not ignore it if you have diabetes, says Daniel Cohen, DPM, a podiatrist with Medical Associates of Brevard in Brevard County, Fla. If you stub your toe, get a blister from tight shoes, or nick your chin while shaving, you probably give it little thought. But if you have diabetes, you should seek proper treatment.
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