Health — Diabetes — April 2nd, 2024

Artificial pancreas that pumps insulin into diabetes patients launches on NHS
The smart device can monitor and adjust glucose and insulin levels
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Pancreas cells in people who have died show significant signs of stress
People with type 1 diabetes require daily insulin shots to regulate their blood sugar levels. This is because their immune system kills beta cells found in islets in the pancreas. Beta cells release and disburse insulin to cells throughout the body. Insulin is needed to break down sugar.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

The rise of Ozempic: How surprise discoveries and lizard venom led to a new class of weight-loss drugs
Every now and then, scientists develop treatments that end up being even more popular for another condition entirely. Think of Viagra, originally for high blood pressure, now used for erectile dysfunction. Or thalidomide, a dangerous morning sickness treatment that is now a valuable cancer treatment.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 29th, 2024

How might fiber lower diabetes risk? Your gut could hold the clues
Eating more dietary fiber may help prevent type 2 diabetes by promoting beneficial gut bacteria and substances produced during metabolism, according to new research in Hispanic adults.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Scientists close in on a pain-free method for controlling type 1 diabetes
Lee Calladine pricks his skin with a needle up to eight times a day to give himself an injection of insulin—the hormone that keeps his type 1 diabetes in check. Without insulin, his blood-sugar levels would become dangerously high and eventually fatal.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

UK study identifies ideal weight for adults with type 2 diabetes to minimize risk of dying from cardiovascular disease
New research being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Venice, Italy (12--15 May), identifies the optimum body weight range for adults with type 2 diabetes to minimize their risk of dying from any cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, heart disease, stroke, and chronic kidney disease.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Understanding diabetic kidney disease
Diabetic nephropathy, also called diabetic kidney disease, is a serious complication of type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. In the U.S., about 1 in 3 people living with diabetes have diabetic nephropathy.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 28th, 2024

Clear shift in arterial diseases in diabetes
There has been a redistribution in the risk of arterial disease in type 1 and 2 diabetes. The risks of heart attack and stroke have decreased significantly, while complications in more peripheral vessels have increased in relative importance, according to new studies.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Researchers report clear shift in arterial diseases in diabetes
There has been a redistribution in the risk of arterial disease in type 1 and 2 diabetes. The risks of heart attack and stroke have decreased significantly, while complications in more peripheral vessels have increased in relative importance, according to studies at the University of Gothenburg.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 27th, 2024

Best Continuous Glucose Monitors of 2024
Continuous glucose monitors help you track your blood sugar and manage your diabetes. Here are our picks for the top continuous glucose monitors of 2024.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 25th, 2024

Aspirin cuts liver fat in clinical trial
The most common chronic liver disease—metabolic dysfunction--associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)—is characterized by an increased buildup of fat in the liver due to factors such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.
March 25th, 2024 — Source

Study adds new evidence on the link between Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease NewsGuard 100/100 Score
New research conducted in mice offers insights into what's going on at the molecular level that could cause people with diabetes to develop Alzheimer's disease.
March 25th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 22nd, 2024

Scientists close in on TB blood test which could detect millions of silent spreaders
Millions of people are spreading tuberculosis unknowingly - now scientists say they are close to developing a new test that is as simple as the lateral flows used during the Covid pandemic.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 20th, 2024

Exposure to tobacco before birth found to significantly increase risk of type 2 diabetes in adults
Tobacco exposure before birth and beginning smoking during childhood/adolescence were significantly associated with the development of type 2 diabetes in adulthood, especially for people with a high genetic risk of type 2 diabetes, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association's Epidemiology and Prevention│Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Scientific Sessions 2024, held March 18--21, in Chicago.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Medications for type 2 diabetes, weight loss and kidney health not always provided as needed
More recent medications for Type 2 diabetes and weight loss shown to have positive effects on cardiovascular and kidney health were not always prescribed or accessible to people who could benefit from them.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Microneedles offer a promising solution for the treatment of diabetic wounds
The global population of patients with diabetic wounds is expected to rise to between 9.1 million to 26.1 million by 2030. Diabetic wounds severely impact patients' quality of life, both physically and mentally while also imposing a substantial economic burden on healthcare systems.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Nerve decompression shows promise for diabetic neuropathy patients
Surgical nerve decompression, used to treat conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and sciatica, could play a role in relieving the pain of diabetic neuropathy patients, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Regular intake of sugary drinks, fruit juices tied to higher Type 2 diabetes risk in boys
A small, long-term study of almost 500 children in Massachusetts has found that regularly drinking sugary drinks and 100% fruit juices during childhood and adolescence may be linked to a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes among boys than girls, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Epidemiology and Prevention│Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Scientific Sessions 2024, March 18- 21, in Chicago.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Scientists uncover new secrets to natural appetite control, offering promise in the battle against obesity
In a study, just published in Nature Metabolism, scientists from Trinity College Dublin and Princeton and Harvard Medical School share newly uncovered secrets to natural appetite control, which offers promise in the battle against obesity and type-2 diabetes.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

SGLT2i, GLP-1 RA prescribing lower for minority patients
Pharmacy dispensing patterns for sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor (SGLT2i) and glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP1-RA) medications show lower prescribing for minority patients; and the rate of SGLT2i prescriptions is low among patients with indications for therapy, according to two studies presented at the American Heart Association Epidemiology and Prevention/Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Health 2024 Scientific Sessions, held from March 18 to 21 in Chicago.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 15th, 2024

Diabetic neuropathy types: Symptoms tell the story
When you have diabetes, nerve damage called diabetic neuropathy can happen due to high blood sugar. There are four main types of diabetic neuropathy. You may have just one type. Or you may have symptoms of more than one type. Most types of diabetic neuropathy develop over time. So you might not notice symptoms until lots of nerve damage has happened.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

FDA gets granular with draft medical device premarket approval update
The agency further defines when it considers a device to be Internet-enabled, proposes to add vulnerability disclosures and makes recommendations for cyber device maintenance plans and patch timelines.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

New Nanodialysis Device Tracks Chemical Content of Biological Tissue With Sub-Second Resolution
Longstanding challenges in biomedical research such as monitoring brain chemistry and tracking the spread of drugs through the body require much smaller and more precise sensors. A new nanoscale sensor that can monitor areas 1,000 times smaller than current technology and can track subtle changes in the chemical content of biological tissue with sub-second resolution, greatly outperforming standard technologies.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Researchers develop mobile app to help diabetic patients monitor foot health
A group of researchers, led by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has developed a mobile application to educate individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers with knowledge of the disease and assist them in monitoring their day-to-day activities, which includes medication, physical activity, and their diet.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 14th, 2024

Milestone in diabetes treatment: Transgenic cow produces human insulin in milk
An unassuming brown bovine from the south of Brazil has made history as the first transgenic cow capable of producing human insulin in her milk. The advancement, led by researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the Universidade de São Paulo, could herald a new era in insulin production, one day eliminating drug scarcity and high costs for people living with diabetes.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Physician advises diabetics to heed FDA's smart device warning
The FDA has warned diabetes patients not to use smartwatches or smart rings to measure their blood glucose levels. Now, obesity medicine expert Eleanor Yusupov, D.O., assistant professor at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, is sharing insight for these patients.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 8th, 2024

Comparing pregnancy rates in patients undergoing two types of dialysis
Among patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) on home dialysis, pregnancy rates are higher with home hemodialysis than peritoneal dialysis, according to new research from the University of Cincinnati.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Diabetes drug dulaglutide may reduce symptoms of depression
A recent Brain and Behavior study investigated the antidepressant effect of dulaglutide and the mechanism that underlies this effect.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

People with diabetes who live in rural areas more likely to develop complications of the disease, study finds
It has been well established that people who live in rural areas in the U.S. are more likely to have diabetes and experience barriers to managing their condition compared to those who live in the suburbs and cities. Now, University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers have measured the devastating toll of this health disparity.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 6th, 2024

Data provide new perspective for understanding the antidepressant-like effects of a diabetes drug
Research in animals has shown that the diabetes drug dulaglutide, which is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist may reduce symptoms of depression. A new study published in Brain and Behavior reveals the mechanisms that are likely involved.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

FDA approves the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor
It will be available starting this summer.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Has Medicaid expansion affected pregnancy outcomes among women with gestational diabetes?
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) aims to broaden health care access, but its effect on maternal and newborn health among women with gestational diabetes—or diabetes that develops during pregnancy—across diverse demographics is unclear.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Uncovering the cyclization mechanism of cyclic &beta-1,2-glucan synthase
The polysaccharide &beta-1,2-glucan consists of repeating units of glucose linked together by &beta-1,2-glycosidic bonds. Cyclic &beta-1,2-glucans (C&betaGs) occur in different bacterial species and have a role in bacterial infections and symbiotic relationships. C&betaG biosynthesis is catalyzed by cyclic &beta-1,2-glucan synthase (CGS), an enzyme that catalyzes the cyclization (closed ring formation) of linear &beta-1,2-glucan (L&betaG).
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Weight loss and diabetes management drug linked to increased residual gastric content before anesthesia
Safety concerns for patients undergoing anesthesia who use glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), which are medications approved for diabetes and weight management, were revealed in a UTHealth Houston study published in JAMA Surgery.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 4th, 2024

Indonesia can expand its gastrodiplomacy via plant-based meals in Europe
Gastrodiplomacy as the practice of a country's diplomacy by promoting its cuisine, is now gaining popularity in several countries across the globe, including South Korea and Thailand.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — March 1st, 2024

Common anti-diabetic drug shows potential in improving outcome after stroke
People with type 2 diabetes have an increased risk of stroke and a worsened outcome after suffering from it. Now, researchers at the Karolinska Institutet have shown that stroke outcome is significantly improved in mice with obesity and type 2 diabetes who have been treated with the commonly used diabetic drugs SGLT-2 inhibitors.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Discovery of proteins associated with the progression of dialysis-related amyloidosis
Dialysis patients often develop dialysis-related amyloidosis and exhibit bone and joint disorders that impair their activity of daily living. Blood purification devices consisting of hexadecyl-immobilized cellulose beads aimed at removing the precursor protein, &beta2- microglobulin (&beta2-m), are used in the treatment of dialysis-related amyloidosis.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Expanding the living kidney donor pool to those with Type 2 diabetes
With more than 90,000 people in the U.S. awaiting kidney transplants, the demand exceeds the available supply—emphasizing the critical importance of identifying safe ways to broaden the kidney donor pool.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 28th, 2024

An Arm and a Leg: Wait, is Insulin cheaper now
Pharmaceutical companies that manufacture insulin made headlines last year when they voluntarily agreed to provide discount cards that lower the monthly cost of insulin for many people to $35.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Insulin-inhibitory receptor research offers hope for type 2 diabetes therapy
Research targeting the insulin-inhibitory receptor, or inceptor, unveils promising avenues for beta cell protection, offering hope for causal diabetes therapy.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Wait, Is Insulin Cheaper Now?
Pharmaceutical companies that manufacture insulin made headlines last year when they voluntarily agreed to provide discount cards that lower the monthly cost of insulin for many people to $35.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 27th, 2024

Bariatric surgery more effective than medical and lifestyle interventions for diabetes control and remission: Study
Bariatric surgery is more effective than medical and lifestyle modifications for achieving long-term type 2 diabetes control and remission, according to new research led by a University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine surgeon-scientist and published in JAMA.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Bariatric surgery provides long-term blood glucose control, type 2 diabetes remission
NIH-supported study shows long-term benefits of surgery compared to medication and lifestyle change.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Study finds diabetes medicine behind false positive urine test
A doctor at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, in Philadelphia, found that a patient at the center had experienced a false positive urine test after taking empagliflozin, an SGLT2 inhibitor, used to treat diabetes.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 26th, 2024

Novel insights into pathologies of diabetic cardiomyopathy, hippocampal neurotoxicity, and Alzheimer's
DCM is the leading cause of heart failure in patients with chronic diabetes. However, the underlying mechanisms of DCM are poorly understood, and treatment options are limited. Another mystery is the regulation of cytochrome P450 enzymes (CYPs) in the central nervous system. Moreover, the link between the gut microbiome, microbiota-derived metabolites, and the progression of AD remains unknown. In the December issue of JPA, three articles provide insights into the pathologies of DCM, hippocampal neurotoxicity, and AD, providing a comprehensive exploration of these interconnected diseases.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 23rd, 2024

Automated insulin delivery systems: Advancements and future prospects
A special 13-article supplement to the peer-reviewed journal Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics (DTT) examines the "Development and Future of Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Remote patient monitoring tied to better dialysis technique survival
Remote patient monitoring (RPM) may improve technique survival in patients on automated peritoneal dialysis (APD), according to a study published in the February issue of Kidney International Reports.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Researchers identify potential treatment for cardiovascular disease linked to Type 2 diabetes
New research at the Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building has discovered a potential treatment for an underlying cause of cardiovascular disease in people with Type 2 diabetes.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

This AI app will soon screen for type 2 diabetes using just a 6-10 second voice clip
Developed by Klick Health in Toronto, Canada, an AI engine helps power technology that can detect the disease based on the characteristics of your voice.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 21st, 2024

1 million people in England may have undiagnosed type 2 diabetes
Experts also warn that 1 million people unknowingly already have the condition, most likely older adults. Type 2 diabetes can lead to long-term damage to your body, so an early diagnosis is crucial. Here's what you need to know.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Blood test could determine diabetes risks
The most commonly used inflammatory biomarker currently used to predict the risk of type 2 diabetes is high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP). However, emerging research has suggested that the joint assessment of biomarkers, rather than assessing each individually, would improve the chances of predicting diabetes risk and diabetic complications.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Focus on patient experience can improve diabetes care
Health care providers who treat diabetes need to think beyond the clinical numbers, such as solely focusing on a person's glucose goals.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 19th, 2024

Insulin resistance in shift workers not affected by melatonin treatment, finds study
Melatonin treatment does not affect the insulin resistance or the glucose tolerance of night shift workers, according to a new study from the University of Surrey and the University Medical Centre Hamburg. Melatonin treatment does, however, significantly improve the sleep quality of those working shifts.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 16th, 2024

High out-of-pocket costs hindering treatment of diabetes
Actively managing diabetes is crucial to preventing long-term health complications, but rising costs are creating barriers to treatment.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease for cardiovascular disease and all cause death in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
In a recent study published in the British Medical Journal, researchers investigated the link between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and all-cause death and cardiovascular disease. They found that individuals with NAFLD and T2DM show an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and all-cause death.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 12th, 2024

Heart disease risk factors in women highlight need for increased awareness, prevention
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, and women who have complications during pregnancy, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes, have a significantly higher risk of heart disease and stroke later in life, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published in Circulation.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Neighborhood deprivation tied to gestational diabetes risk
Neighborhood deprivation is associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), with body mass index explaining a considerable proportion of the relationship, according to a study published online Feb. 1 in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Researchers identify new mechanism that could improve the efficiency of diabetes treatments
A study led by the University of Barcelona and the Biomedical Research Networking Center in Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Disorders (CIBERDEM) reveals how a new mechanism could improve the efficiency of currently available treatments for diabetes. The study, carried out on mice and cell cultures, may open up new ways of approaching metabolic diseases that are a global health problem.
February 12th, 2024 — Source or Source

Study links small pancreas size to faster progression to stage 3 type 1 diabetes
A multicenter, longitudinal study, co-led by investigators at the Vanderbilt Diabetes Research and Training Center (DRTC), has discovered that a small pancreas size predicts a faster progression to stage 3 type 1 diabetes (T1D), the point at which clinical diagnosis occurs.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 9th, 2024

Reducing diabetes medication costs can help improve outcomes, especially for low-income patients
A new study led by researchers at the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute has found that reducing out-of-pocket costs for patients with diabetes, especially those considered low-income, can be one step toward improving health outcomes.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — February 2nd, 2024

New drug could prevent diabetic eye and kidney disease in people with diabetes
New research has shown a novel type of inhibitor drug could prevent microvascular diabetic complications, such as diabetic eye and kidney disease. The University of Bristol-led research is published in Cardiovascular Diabetology.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Research discovers disrupted cellular function behind type 2 diabetes in obesity
Disrupted function of "cleaning cells" in the body may help to explain why some people with obesity develop type 2 diabetes, while others do not. A study from the University of Gothenburg describes this newly discovered mechanism.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 31st, 2024

How transcription factors influence insulin-producing beta cells
A recent study from the laboratory of Joseph Bass, MD, Ph.D., the Charles F. Kettering Professor of Medicine and chief of Endocrinology in the Department of Medicine, has revealed how transcription factors within individual cells influence the identity and function of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Pacific nations tax unhealthy foods to tackle non-communicable disease crisis
Pacific Island governments are increasingly imposing taxes on unhealthy foods as they battle a non-communicable disease crisis, a New Zealand study shows.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 29th, 2024

Is diabetes remission really as hard to achieve as a new study suggests?
In 2017, a landmark study was published in The Lancet showing that type 2 diabetes could be reversed by diet alone.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 26th, 2024

Best Continuous Glucose Monitors of 2024
Continuous glucose monitors help you track your blood sugar and manage your diabetes. Here's some of the best diabetes tech.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Female reproductive milestones may be risk factors for diabetes and high cholesterol later in life
A new review of available evidence led by researchers at the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute suggests that female reproductive characteristics may be overlooked as risk factors that contribute to later metabolic dysfunction.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Sclerostin shown to be key protein for cardiovascular health in patients with type 2 diabetes
A study carried out by the MP20-Biomarkers of Metabolic and Bone Diseases research group at the Biohealth Research Institute in Granada (ibs.GRANADA), led by UGR Professor Manuel Muñoz Torres, has provided significant insights into the role of sclerostin in protecting against atherosclerosis in patients with type 2 diabetes.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 24th, 2024

Groundbreaking technology shows immense potential for treating ischemic retinopathy
A groundbreaking technology with immense potential in treating ischemic retinopathy in premature infants and diabetic patients has been developed by Professor Byoung Heon Kang and his research team in the Department of Biological Sciences at UNIST, in collaboration with Professor Dong Ho Park's team at Kyungpook National University Hospital. Ischemic retinopathy, characterized by the breakdown of the blood-retinal barrier and abnormal blood vessel growth, often leads to vision impairment and loss.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Non-COVID-19 deaths among people with diabetes jumped during pandemic, global study reveals
Non-COVID-19-related deaths among people with diabetes increased during the pandemic, as did the diabetes complication of sight loss, according to a global study review led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst public health researcher that examined the impacts of pandemic-related disruptions on this vulnerable population.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 22nd, 2024

Increased milk intake associated with a decreased risk of type 2 diabetes in adults who do not produce lactase
The researchers of a recent study published in Nature Metabolism investigated the relationship between milk consumption and type 2 diabetes (T2D) among lactase non-persistent (LNP) individuals.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Innovative diabetes detection method with DiaNet v2, utilizing retinal imaging technology
A recent Scientific Reports study developed DiaNet v2, an updated form of previously developed DiaNet, which was the first deep learning-based model to diagnose diabetes using retinal images.
January 22, 2024 — Source

'Smart speaker' shows potential for better self-management of type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes patients have access to an assortment of digital health tools, including mobile apps for iPhones and remote patient monitoring devices, all of which help them manage their blood glycemic levels. They can test at home, usually with a glucometer, then communicate that data to their care team via an app or web portal, by calling on the phone, or by waiting for an appointment.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Oil-rich Gulf youth not so fond of Mediterranean diet: Dietary habits cause of high prevalence of obesity and diabetes
Young people in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), particularly young women, have shown a low appetite for Mediterranean diet (MD), going mainly for refined grains and sweets rather than fruit and vegetables.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 19th, 2024

Bone and joint problems associated with diabetes
If you have diabetes, you're at increased risk of various bone and joint disorders. Certain factors, such as nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy), arterial disease and obesity, may cause these problems — but often the cause isn't clear.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Glycemic control and predicting diabetes complications in older adults
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level plays an important role in type 2 diabetes (T2D) treatment, serving as an important indicator of an individual's glucose control. The Endocrine Society has outlined specific HbA1c target ranges for older adults (above 65 years of age), based on their individual health status as being either in good, intermediate, or poor health.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Incisionless device could revolutionize treatment for diabetes, liver disease and severe obesity
A completely incisionless device that replicates metabolic surgery without making any cuts could surpass current technologies for managing metabolic conditions, providing unmatched treatment for millions of people who reject invasive surgery or do not respond to drugs.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Mathematical model ushers in era of cost-effective early diabetes detection
A simple blood test could perform better than a complex test thanks to mathematical modeling.
January 19, 2024 — Source

New calculation offers simple and reliable early prediction of diabetes
Diabetes often remains undetected until it has already damaged organs or nerves. This is partly due to the fact that diagnosis at an early stage is time-consuming and difficult.
January 19, 2024 — Source

New medicine can create a new life for diabetes patients—without needles
There are approximately 425 million people worldwide with diabetes. Approximately 75 million of these inject themselves with insulin daily. Now, they may soon have a new alternative to syringes or insulin pumps. Scientists have found a new way to supply the body with smart insulin.
January 19, 2024 — Source

New oral insulin delivered via nano-carriers could soon replace injections
There are approximately 425 million people worldwide with diabetes. Approximately 75 million of these inject themselves with insulin daily. Now they may soon have a new alternative to syringes or insulin pumps. Scientists have found a new way to supply the body with smart insulin.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Treating Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, type 2 diabetes by eliminating protein aggregation in brain, pancreas
Purdue University researchers have taken the first steps to treat Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Type 2 diabetes by creating multiple patent-pending compounds shown to inhibit protein aggregation associated with those diseases.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 16th, 2024

Blood sugar testing: Why, when and how
Blood sugar testing is an important part of diabetes care. Find out when to test your blood sugar, how to use a blood sugar meter and more.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Diverging effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on type 2 diabetes care processes
A recent study by the University of Eastern Finland published in the journal Primary Care Diabetes reveals varied impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with type 2 diabetes in North Karelia, Finland.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Patients had to lobby for correct diabetes diagnoses: Was their race a reason?
When Phyllisa Deroze was told she had diabetes in a Fayetteville, North Carolina, emergency department years ago, she was handed pamphlets with information on two types of the disease. One had pictures of children on it, she recalled, while the other had pictures of seniors.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 15th, 2024

Loss of cells in pancreas in the elderly may cause age-related diabetes
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have studied pancreatic islet cell loss (ICL) in people with no previous pancreatic problems. They identified key trends in the types of cells lost due to islet cell loss in different age groups and sexes, finding that ICL in the elderly population was largely due to insulin-producing beta cell loss.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Study finds increased body and abdominal fat cause insulin resistance in teenagers, raising type 2 diabetes risk
High fat mass in adolescence causes insulin resistance, which can lead to a vicious cycle of worsening insulin resistance and obesity by young adulthood, a new study shows. However, having a high muscle mass partially protects against insulin resistance.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 12th, 2024

Breakthrough in diabetes management: Cold water exercise and cinnamon shows promising results
Diabetes has emerged as one of the leading causes of mortality in developing countries. Physical activity and the consumption of herbal supplements have been seen to prevent and improve diabetes.
January 12, 2024 — Source

The pros, cons and unknowns of popular weight-loss drugs
Nearly 42% of American adults were categorized as obese from 2017 to 2020, up from roughly 30% in 2000, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With that rise in obesity comes an increased risk for heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 13th, 2024

Blood sugar testing: Why, when and how
Blood sugar testing is an important part of diabetes care. Find out when to test your blood sugar, how to use a blood sugar meter and more.
January 13, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 11th, 2024

AI exam boosts diabetic eye screening rates in youth
A Johns Hopkins Children's Center study of children and youth with diabetes concludes that so-called autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) diabetic eye exams significantly increase completion rates of screenings designed to prevent potentially blinding diabetes eye diseases (DED). During the exam, pictures are taken of the backs of the eyes without the need to dilate them, and AI is used to provide an immediate result.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Dexcom's new continuous glucose monitor is a health tech gadget with purpose
The Stelo CGM is meant to give Type 2 diabetics who don't need insulin a more affordable way to monitor their blood sugar.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Fracture risk up with prediabetes before menopause transition
For women in midlife, prediabetes before the menopause transition (MT) is associated with increased risk of incident fracture during and after the transition, according to a study published online May 23 in JAMA Network Open.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 9th, 2024

Arsenic may raise diabetes risk for males
Chronic exposure to arsenic, often through contaminated groundwater, has been associated with Type 2 diabetes in humans, and there are new clues that males may be more susceptible to the disease when exposed.
January 9, 2024 — Source

How fruit bats evolved to consume so much sugar may have implications for diabetes research
A high-sugar diet is bad news for humans, leading to diabetes, obesity and even cancer. Yet fruit bats survive and even thrive by eating up to twice their body weight in sugary fruit every day.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Humanized mice reveal arsenic may raise diabetes risk only for males
Chronic exposure to arsenic, often through contaminated groundwater, has been associated with type 2 diabetes in humans, and there are new clues that males may be more susceptible to the disease when exposed.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Is maternal stress associated with blood glucose levels during pregnancy among women attending a fertility center?
Blood sugar levels are known to be a risk factor for conception and successful pregnancy. For women struggling with conception, stress levels are high, but these are linked to poor outcomes.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Ozempic mania's billions in bills are coming for US taxpayers
State and local governments across the US are grappling with a growing problem: Expensive drugs to treat diabetes and obesity are threatening to drain their health care budgets.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — January 8th, 2024

Drugs used to treat Type 2 diabetes reduce alcohol cravings, use in individuals with obesity
An analysis of those posts, together with a remote study of individuals with obesity who reported using semaglutide and tirzepatide, found that the drugs decreased cravings and reduced alcohol consumption, according to a new study.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Maternal type 1 diabetes, overweight/obesity linked to heart defects in offspring
Riitta Turunen, M.D., Ph.D., from Helsinki University Hospital and the University of Helsinki, and colleagues conducted a nationwide population-based register study in a birth cohort from Finland comprising all children born between 2006 and 2016 (620,751 individuals) and their mothers to examine the association of maternal diabetes and overweight or obesity with CHDs.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Researchers find drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity reduce alcohol cravings
In social media posts on the community network Reddit, users reported reduced cravings for alcohol when taking drugs intended to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 27th, 2023

Gut microbes may determine patients' response to a drug that delays onset of type 1 diabetes
The microbiome offers a motherlode of data about health and disease, and new findings suggest that antibodies to gut microbes can determine how well patients respond to a new monoclonal antibody drug that delays the onset of type 1 diabetes.
December 27, 2023 — Source

Injection of “smart insulin” regulates blood glucose levels for one week
Tests in animals show the material works like the body's own system.
December 27, 2023 — Source

New model of type 1 diabetes: RNA editing disruption mimics early stage disease with no involvement of virus
A recent study published in Cell Metabolism by researchers at the Hebrew University-Hadassah Medical School, Bar-Ilan University and Vanderbilt University has developed a new paradigm for early stages of type 1 diabetes (T1D), suggesting a new etiology that does not involve viral infection.
December 27, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 26th, 2023, 2023

New model links RNA editing glitch to early-stage type 1 diabetes
Hebrew University study proposes a new model suggesting that disrupted RNA editing within pancreatic beta cells might initiate an inflammatory response akin to early-stage type 1 diabetes. This new perspective challenges the long-held belief of viral involvement, offering potential implications for treatments and cures.
December 26, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 22nd, 2023

FDA warns of counterfeit ozempic
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has uncovered counterfeit Ozempic shots in the legitimate U.S. drug supply chain, and is warning patients to be on their guard.
December 22, 2023 — Source

Study charts possibilities for a better way to diagnose gestational diabetes
A Rutgers professor and other researchers have performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate studies comparing perinatal outcomes among individuals with gestational diabetes mellitus. Pregnancy weight and biochemical markers measured in blood from women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) were related to increased risk of poor pregnancy outcomes, suggesting a new direction for precision diagnostics, according to researchers.
December 22, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 14th, 2023

Blood glucose meter: How to choose
Many types of blood glucose meters are available. Here's how to choose one that fits your needs and lifestyle.
December 14, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 12th, 2023

Are Glucose Monitors for Those Without Diabetes a Good Idea?
Wearable technology has been a game-changer for consumers. From rings and watches to wristbands, patches, and clothing, information that once required a bunch of confusing calculations is now available anytime, anywhere with a flick of the wrist or a glance at a smartphone.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Easy-to-use, self-powered patch continuously tracks diabetes right under your skin
(Nanowerk Spotlight) Frequent blood draws are the uncomfortable reality for millions living with diabetes. These diagnostic finger pricks disrupt daily life and come with health risks like infection. Researchers have long sought a minimally invasive way to sample the clear fluid that surrounds our cells, known as interstitial fluid (ISF), which offers clues to blood sugar levels.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Nearly 40% of Type 2 diabetes patients stop taking their second-line medication
A 'wake-up call' for doctors that patients may not be taking their prescribed medicines
December 12, 2023 — Source

Japanese researchers warn that rates of urgent dialysis and death are on the rise
High blood pressure is called the silent killer because symptoms can remain hidden until a medical crisis strikes. You might think hypertension is no longer serious because blood pressure medication is widely available, but newly reported trends in people with dangerously high blood pressure might change your mind.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 11th, 2023

Healthy plant-based diet reduces diabetes risk by 24%, finds study
Many type 2 diabetes cases could be avoided by adopting a healthy lifestyle. A plant-based diet has been shown to play a key role in this. As demonstrated in a study led by Tilman Kühn from MedUni Vienna's Center for Public Health, with limitations, a more plant-based diet only develops its protective effects if both consumption of animal-based foods as well as industrially processed and highly sugary foods is reduced.
December 11, 2023 — Source

Stem Cell Therapy Implant Shows Promise For Type 1 Diabetes
An experimental device containing millions of stem cells significantly reduced the need for insulin shots among people with type 1 diabetes, according to a new study – a treatment researchers say may someday provide a cure for the chronic, life-altering condition.
December 11, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 8th, 2023

Spanish-speaking children with type 1 diabetes face barriers to using medical technology
Many children with type 1 diabetes benefit from technology—including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices—to help manage their blood sugar level, which is key to staying healthy.
December 08, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 6th, 2023

Researchers develop under-the-skin implant to treat Type 1 diabetes
The device can secrete insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar levels, to cells.
December 06, 2023 — Source

World-first human trial finds arthritis drug can suppress progression of type 1 diabetes
Researchers at St Vincent's Institute of Medical Research (SVI) in Melbourne have shown that a commonly prescribed rheumatoid arthritis drug can suppress the progression of type 1 diabetes.
December 06, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 4th, 2023

LysoPI lipids show promise in boosting insulin secretion in diabetics
While sugar is the most frequently named culprit in the development of type 2 diabetes, a better understanding of the role of fats is also essential. By analyzing the blood profiles of dozens of people suffering from diabetes or pre-diabetes, or who have had their pancreas partially removed, researchers at the University of Geneva (UNIGE) have made two major discoveries
December 4, 2023 — Source

Research reveals that stimulating nerves connected to the pancreas can regenerate insulin-producing cells
Insulin is a hormone that decreases blood glucose levels. The only cells that produce insulin are pancreatic beta cells (&beta-cells), and a decrease in these cells is a major cause of diabetes. Although therapies aimed at increasing pancreatic &beta-cells are eagerly awaited, a strategy that can increase &beta-cells has, thus far, not been developed.
December 4, 2023 — Source

Researchers show how lipids and diabetes are closely linked
While sugar is the most frequently named culprit in the development of type 2 diabetes, a better understanding of the role of fats is also essential. By analyzing the blood profiles of dozens of people suffering from diabetes or pre-diabetes, or who have had their pancreas partially removed, researchers at the University of Geneva (UNIGE) have made two major discoveries.
December 4, 2023 — Source

Rising cost of living puts spotlight on family meals
Australian parents face similar barriers to delivering regular and nutritious meals as families did in the 1990s, amid increasing cost of living and time pressures that have been ignored for thirty years, according to new research.
December 4, 2023 — Source

Study reveals how maternal diabetes affects birth defects at the single-cell level
In a recent study published in Nature Cardiovascular Research, researchers from California used multimodal single-cell analysis in mice to investigate the mechanisms by which maternal diabetes mellitus contributes to congenital abnormalities in the fetus.
December 4, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — December 1st, 2023

Gastric bypass diet: What to eat after the surgery
The gastric bypass diet outlines what you can eat and how much after gastric bypass surgery.
December 1, 2023 — Source

Researchers warn people with type 1 diabetes to use fitness video games with caution
The authors of a new study are warning people with type 1 diabetes to use fitness video games with caution.
December 1, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 30th, 2023

New study links blood glycerol levels to tuberculosis severity in type 2 diabetes
A collaborative study between the A*STAR Infectious Diseases Labs (A*STAR ID Labs) and the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Chan Medical School has uncovered that elevated glycerol levels are responsible for increased severity of tuberculosis (TB) disease in experimental models with type 2 diabetes (T2D).
November 30, 2023 — Source

Scientists uncover cellular cause of heart defects in babies born to women with diabetes
When women with diabetes become pregnant, they face not only the typical challenges of pregnancy and impending parenthood, but also a scary statistic: they're five times more likely to have a baby with a congenital heart defect.
November 30, 2023 — Source or Source

Health — Diabetes — November 28th, 2023

Study IDs barriers to eye screening among adults with diabetes
Food insecurity, housing insecurity, mental health concerns, and the perceived importance of practitioner concordance are associated with a lower likelihood of receiving eye care among adults with diabetes, according to a study published online Nov. 16 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
November 28, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 24th, 2023

Mean platelet volume linked to mortality in peritoneal dialysis patients
For patients treated with peritoneal dialysis (PD), mean platelet volume (MPV) is associated with all-cause mortality and cardiovascular mortality, according to a study published online Nov. 8 in BMC Cardiovascular Disorders.
November 24, 2023 — Source

Pomegranate's power: Studies show promise in cardiovascular and diabetic health
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed existing data on the bio-modulatory effects of pomegranate (Punica granatum l., PG) polyphenols on metabolic disorders.
November 24, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 23rd, 2023

Unlocking healthier futures: Estimating life expectancy gains through sustained adoption of healthier diets
A recent study published in Nature Food reports that a sustained shift toward healthier diets can improve life expectancy.
November 23, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 22nd, 2023

Study links high dietary amino acid intake to increased type 2 diabetes risk
In a recent study published in SourceBMC Public Health, researchers investigated the association between dietary amino acid intake and the incidence of Type 2 diabetes (T2D) in participants of the Ravansar Non-Communicable Disease (RaNCD) Cohort Study.
November 22, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 21st, 2023

Food insecurity in seniors linked to increased risk for dementia
For older adults, food insecurity is associated with an increased risk for dementia with poorer memory function and faster memory decline, according to a study published online Nov. 21 in JAMA Network Open.
November 21, 2023 — Source

Study: High blood pressure increasing in low-income adults, while diabetes, obesity on the rise in higher-income adults
A study of more than 20,000 middle-aged U.S. adults found that lower-income status was associated with an increased risk for hypertension compared to other middle-aged adults with higher incomes. Those with higher incomes were found to be at increased risk for diabetes and obesity. The findings are published in Annals of Internal Medicine.
November 21, 2023 — Source or Source

Health — Diabetes — November 15th, 2023

A valuable home dialysis procedure for children with chronic kidney disease
In an educational review published in the journal Pediatric Nephrology, clinicians at UC Davis and Oregon Health & Science University discuss an important procedure for children with advanced kidney disease: tidal continuous cycling peritoneal dialysis (TPD). The paper outlines the advantages of this approach and highlights several clinical nuances to help nephrologists embrace the procedure.
November 15, 2023 — Source

Diabetes care: 10 ways to avoid complications
Diabetes care is a lifelong responsibility. Consider 10 strategies to prevent diabetes complications.
November 15, 2023 — Source

Researchers use magnetic fields for non-invasive blood glucose monitoring
The steel, boxy-looking device uses low-field magnets and low-frequency radio waves to deliver readings.
November 15, 2023 — Source

This new Withings smart scale could help detect diabetes complications sooner
It'll tell you how much you weigh as well.
November 15, 2023 — Source

World-first type 1 diabetes risk screening study in adults opens for recruitment
A world-first research programme led by the University of Bristol that will identify adults at high risk of developing type 1 diabetes opens for recruitment. Launched on World Diabetes Day (14 November 2023), the Type 1 Diabetes Risk in Adults (T1DRA) study aims to recruit 20,000 UK adults, aged between 18 and 70, from the general population to assess their risk.
November 15, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 14th, 2023

Expert explains the different types of diabetes and risks
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects people of all ages. While there is no cure for diabetes, it is crucial to maintain a healthy lifestyle to manage it. A Baylor College of Medicine expert explains the different types of diabetes and the risks.
November 14, 2023 — Source

New Aussie guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease
New Australian-based guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease have been summarized in an article recently published online in the Medical Journal of Australia, coinciding with World Diabetes Day on 14 November 2023.
November 14, 2023 — Source

Researchers highlight advancements in biomedical research with enzyme-activated fluorescent probes
Enzymes, essential for normal cellular and physiological functions, are implicated in various diseases like cancer and diabetes due to their abnormal activity. Therefore, tracking enzyme activity is a valuable strategy for the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases. Conventional imaging techniques are limited by the need for contrast agents, low sensitivity, and spatio-temporal resolution.
November 14, 2023 — Source

Type 1 diabetes research sheds light on biomarkers in partial remission phase
Researchers from the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) have led a comprehensive review study on biomarkers for the often-overlooked partial remission phase of type 1 diabetes in collaboration with experts in &beta-cell biology and regeneration from the Diabetes Research Institute in Miami.
November 14, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 13th, 2023

Obesity drug Wegovy reduces cardiovascular risks for those at high risk
The finding means 15 fewer cardiovascular events per 1,000 patients treated.
November 13, 2023 — Source

Shortening sleep time increases diabetes risk in women
A new study in women found that shortening sleep by just 90 minutes for a few weeks increased insulin resistance, a risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
November 13, 2023 — Source

Wegovy cuts heart risks by 20% in large trial
In a finding that could change the landscape of heart disease care, the wildly popular weight-loss drug Wegovy has proved its mettle in protecting the heart after lowering the risk of cardiac problems in patients by 20%.
November 13, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 10th, 2023

Research suggests prenatal exposure to cannabis increases diabetes risk in offspring
Cannabis consumption is prevalent among pregnant women in North America, particularly those between the ages of 18 and 24 years, previous research has shown. They report using it for various reasons, including alleviating nausea, body aches and anxiety related to pregnancy.
November 10, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 9th, 2023

AAO: Diabetic retinopathy usually no worse with semaglutide in T2D
For patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, most eyes have no worsening of diabetic retinopathy (DR) after initiation of semaglutide, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, held from Nov. 3 to 6 in San Francisco.
November 9, 2023 — Source

Magnetic Dressing Improves Diabetic Wound Healing
Researchers at the National University of Singapore have developed a magneto-responsive hydrogel wound dressing that also contains two different regenerative cell types. The hydrogel is also embedded with magnetic particles that can be stimulated using an external magnetic field.
November 9, 2023 — Source

Understanding the role of glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide in managing diabetes and obesity
Scientists led by Dr. Timo Müller from Helmholtz Munich and the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD) have now discovered that glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) decreases body weight by interacting with specific inhibitory neurons in the brain. These new findings are published in Nature Metabolism.
November 9, 2023 — Source

Wegovy, Ozempic probably won't harm vision in people with diabetes, study finds
There's good news for people with diabetes who are turning to drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy to treat their disease and lose weight: The drugs probably will not harm their vision.
November 9, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 7th, 2023

AGA does not endorse all patients stopping popular diabetes and weight loss drugs prior to endoscopy
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released a rapid clinical practice update addressing the management of patients taking glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) prior to endoscopy.
November 7, 2023 — Source

Berberine ameliorates diabetic cardiomyopathy in mice by decreasing cardiomyocyte apoptosis, oxidative stress: Study
Diabetic cardiomyopathy is a multifaceted complication of diabetes that lacks effective treatments. Berberine (BBR), a bioactive compound from Rhizoma coptidis, has potential therapeutic implications, but its precise role in diabetic cardiomyopathy has yet to be defined.
November 7, 2023 — Source

Black women teaching science find ways for incorporating anti-racist practices
Whether teaching about the practices and systems that led to high rates of diabetes in Black communities or discussions about the Flint water crisis, Black female science teachers are finding ways to incorporate anti-racist teaching in their classrooms, according to a new study by science education researchers.
November 7, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 6th, 2023

Can Diabetes Drugs Lower the Risk of Age-Related Dementia?
It's new, it's exciting, and it's a topic that has many diabetes researchers and doctors cautiously optimistic, while others are taking a wait-and-see approach until more evidence arrives.
November 6, 2023 — Source

Pancreas 'crosstalk' may influence course of type 1 and type 2 diabetes
In the largest study of its kind, researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have identified unexpected alterations in the exocrine tissues of the pancreas that occur in the two major forms of diabetes, and with aging and obesity.
November 6, 2023 — Source

Study sheds light on diabetes drug for prostate cancer
In the years since a 2005 study found that diabetes patients taking metformin had lower rates of cancer, oncologists have been excited by the prospect of using the inexpensive, safe, and widely used diabetes drug to prevent or slow the development of many cancers.
November 6, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 3rd, 2023

Beta-cells study sheds light on cause of type 2 diabetes
Scientists at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, along with an international team of researchers, are shedding new light on the causes of type 2 diabetes. The research, published in the journal Nature Communications, offers a potential strategy for developing new therapies that could restore dysfunctional pancreatic beta-cells or, perhaps, even prevent type 2 diabetes from developing.
November 3, 2023 — Source

Intermittent Fasting May Hold Keys to Diabetes Treatment
Intermittent fasting has become a popular, and effective, way to lose weight. According to the International Food Information Council, the weight-loss method surpassed all others in the past year as the most popular way to achieve results. Around 10% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 80 have given the eating approach a go.
November 3, 2023 — Source

Involvement of brain peptide dynamics in the pathology of fatty liver disease
Various factors including obesity, diabetes, etc. are related to the etiology of steatotic liver disease (SLD) including metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) etiology and resulted in the complications in various organs.
November 3, 2023 — Source

Is high urinary albumin linked to sub-clinical cardiovascular disease in people with type 2 diabetes?
Advances in non-invasive imaging have allowed clinicians to assess both the structure and function of coronary arteries. Investigators who recently used positron emission tomography and computed tomography imaging found that in individuals with type 2 diabetes without any symptoms of cardiovascular disease, elevated albumin in the urine may be linked with sub-clinical coronary artery pathology, including coronary artery microcalcifications.
November 3, 2023 — Source

Sotagliflozin found to protect kidney and heart in patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease
Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, which are medications that lower blood sugar levels among other effects, provide kidney- and heart-related benefits to patients with and without diabetes. An exploratory analysis recently uncovered the effects of sotagliflozin, a dual SGLT1 and 2 inhibitor, in patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
November 3, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — November 2nd, 2023

Study uncovers link between salt-adding habits and type 2 diabetes
A recent study explored the possible interaction of added salt in food with the rate of new type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) to understand the contribution of long-term sodium intake to diabetes incidence.
November 2, 2023 — Source

The next Apple Watch will reportedly add 3 new health sensors for diabetes, blood pressure, and sleep apnea
Apple continues exploring the potential of health monitoring tools.
November 2, 2023 — Source

Wildfire air pollution may increase risks of hospitalization and death among patients on dialysis
In analyses of data from western US states, increases in wildfire-related air pollution around dialysis clinics were linked to higher rates of hospitalizations and deaths among patients. The research will be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2023, November 1--5.
November 2, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 30th, 2023

Is Pasta Good for You?
Here's the skinny on how to make healthy pasta dishes
October 30, 2023 — Source

Special mouth rinse and brushes can help treat gum disease among diabetes patients
Individuals with type 2 diabetes being treated for periodontitis may benefit from using an antimicrobial mouth rinse and small brushes to clean between teeth as part of their at-home oral care routine.
October 30, 2023 — Source

Weekly insulin injections could be as effective in diabetes management as daily injection regimes
Insulin icodec, a once-weekly basal injection to treat type 1 diabetes, has the potential to be as effective in managing the condition as daily basal insulin treatments, according to research from the University of Surrey. The results of the year-long phase 3 clinical trial could revolutionize the future of diabetes care and help millions of people better manage their condition.
October 30, 2023 — Source or Source

Health — Diabetes — October 27th, 2023

Depression found to increase risk of death among diabetics
Jagdish Khubchandani, a professor of public health sciences at NMSU, conducted the study with Srikanta Banerjee of Walden University to understand the long-term impacts of depression in American adults living with Type 2 diabetes--an area they said lacked research.
October 27, 2023 — Source

Intermittent fasting is safe, effective for those with type 2 diabetes, suggests new study
Participants who ate only during an eight-hour window between noon and 8 p.m. each day actually lost more weight over six months than participants who were instructed to reduce their calorie intake by 25%. Both groups had similar reductions in long-term blood sugar levels, as measured by a test of hemoglobin A1C, which shows blood sugar levels over the past three months.
October 27, 2023 — Source

Low-cost anti-inflammatory hydrogel could improve skin wound healing in diabetics
According to the International Diabetes Federation, Brazil ranks sixth among countries with the most cases of diabetes, which has reached epidemic proportions and become the fifth most frequent cause of death in the world. Some 17.7 million Brazilians suffer daily from the metabolic alterations caused by impaired insulin secretion and action, such as nephropathy (kidney damage), neuropathy and poor wound healing--one in five diabetics are estimated to develop chronic wounds such as foot ulcers.
October 27, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 26th, 2023

Study investigates type 2 diabetes remission diet impacts on metabolic health
People with type 2 diabetes who took part in a diet-assisted weight loss trial showed differences across a wide range of potential biomarkers of metabolic health one year later, according to the results of a new study.
October 26, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 24th, 2023

Diabetes complications linked to increased risk of colorectal cancer recurrence and death
Complications of diabetes can have numerous negative health effects, from impaired vision and nerve damage to kidney dysfunction and heart disease. In an analysis of information on adults with colorectal cancer, patients who also had diabetes-;particularly those with diabetic complications-;faced a higher risk of dying early.
October 24, 2023 — Source

New technology 'game changing' for pregnant women with diabetes
New research shows that automated insulin delivery technology could be a game changer for pregnant women with type 1 diabetes. The technology — known as 'hybrid closed-loop technology' — gives insulin doses as informed by a smartphone algorithm. The new study shows that it could help pregnant women better manager their blood sugars compared to traditional insulin pumps or multiple daily injections.
October 24, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 23rd, 2023

Study reveals how estrogen exerts its anti-diabetic effects
The quintessential female sex hormone estrogen stimulates cells that line blood vessels to deliver insulin to muscles, lowering blood sugar and protecting against type 2 diabetes, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers report.
October 23, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 20th, 2023

18 million British adults at risk of developing diabetes, analysis finds
New analysis from London Medical Laboratory has revealed up to 18 million UK adults could have prediabetes — which means they are on the verge of developing type 2 diabetes. That's considerably higher than the 7 million figure that is usually quoted.
October 20, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 19th, 2023

Eating two servings of red meat per week may raise type 2 diabetes risk
People who eat just two servings of red meat per week may have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to people who eat fewer servings, and the risk increases with greater consumption, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
October 19, 2023 — Source

Just 2 Servings of Red Meat Per Week Raises Diabetes Risk
Think twice about ordering that double cheeseburger, salami on rye or juicy T-bone.
October 19, 2023 — Source

New link found between diabetes and steatotic liver disease
Canadian scientists have found a new link between two major metabolic diseases: diabetes and steatotic liver disease, commonly known as fatty liver disease.
October 19, 2023 — Source

Red meat consumption associated with increased type 2 diabetes risk
Replacing red meat with plant-based protein sources may reduce risk of diabetes and provide environmental benefits
October 19, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 18th, 2023

3D-printed microscale eye implant may be used to treat diabetes
Aiming to encapsulate insulin-producing pancreatic cells and electronic sensors, the 3D-printed device was developed by a team from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet.
October 18, 2023 — Source

Eye implant may be used to treat diabetes and other diseases
Researchers in Sweden have developed a microscale device for implantation in the eye, which presents new opportunities for cell-based treatment of diabetes and other diseases.
October 18, 2023 — Source

Large Danish study shows migrants face disparities in care for type 2 diabetes
A large, population-wide study of Denmark residents with type 2 diabetes shows that migrants typically face a greater risk of inferior care for their disease than native Danes, particularly when it comes to monitoring their disease and controlling biomarkers--managing blood levels of key substances that are associated with diabetes.
October 18, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 17th, 2023

Power-free contact lenses use color-coded tears for diabetes tracking
Diabetes affects millions of people worldwide, requiring constant monitoring of blood glucose levels to manage the disease and avoid complications. Typically, this involves painful finger prick blood tests several times per day. Scientists have long sought a non-invasive alternative that is safe, convenient and comfortable for the wearer.
October 17, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 13th, 2023

Best Continuous Glucose Monitors of 2023
Continuous glucose monitors are a convenient way to keep track of your blood sugar levels and manage diabetes. Here's how to pick the best glucose monitor for your needs.
October 13, 2023 — Source

IIH patients require closer monitoring during pregnancy for pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, research shows
Published in the BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, a study unexpectedly found that pregnancies in idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) patients were associated with a 12% risk of pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes. This was five times and 2.7 times higher in IIH patients than in the general population respectively.
October 13, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 12th, 2023

Study highlights ways to identify children at high risk of type 2 diabetes and prevention strategies
Prediabetes is a health condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes increases the risk of developing chronic kidney disease, heart disease and stroke. Around 5%-10% of adults with prediabetes develop diabetes each year.
October 12, 2023 — Source

Sweeteners may affect your gut biome and raise blood sugar levels
It's well-known that "full fat" fizzy drinks such as colas, lemonades and energy drinks raise the risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. People who have one can or more a day have a 26% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Sugary drinks rapidly increase blood sugar levels and this can lead to tiredness and increased hunger even in people without diabetes.
October 12, 2023 — Source

Using closed-loop in type 1 pregnancy associated with type 1 diabetes
Julia Lawton, from the University of Edinburgh, and co-authors, on behalf of the AiDAPT Collaborative Group, interviewed closed-loop participants in the Automated insulin Delivery Amongst Pregnant women with T1D (AiDAPT) trial.
October 12, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 11th, 2023

Metformin cuts insulin resistance and chances of kidney disease in young, obese rats
Improving insulin resistance with metformin, a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, reduced the chances of developing kidney disease in a prepubescent obese rat model, according to a new study from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Treatment with metformin also reduced early signs of inflammation and dyslipidemia (imbalance of fats such as cholesterol and triglycerides).
October 11, 2023 — Source

Study points to new possibilities for treating lung cancer patients
Currently, researchers from different institutions in the world are testing a drug against obesity and diabetes, and now a Danish led research team reports that the same substance has had a beneficial effect on mice with experimental lung cancer.
October 11, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 10th, 2023

Common diabetes drug could treat gum disease and help with healthy aging, study claims
In their latest publication in the Journal of Translational Medicine, a team of researchers at the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences have found new ways of stopping periodontal (gum) disease and potentially reducing the incidence of diabetes and obesity. This new approach focuses on controlling inflammation and sugar levels in both the mouth and body with a common type 2 diabetes drug, Metformin.
October 10, 2023 — Source

Large analysis shows high red meat consumption likely to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes
A research team from the School of Public Health in LKS Faculty of Medicine, of The University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), reviewed large-scale meta-data covering more than 4.4 million people, and concluded that red meat consumption is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and type 2 diabetes. For example, a 50 g/day increment of processed red meat consumption is related to a 26% higher risk of CVD and a 44% higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
October 10, 2023 — Source

MIT device could free those with type 1 diabetes from insulin injections and pumps
A living medical device made from human cells with its own life-support system
October 10, 2023 — Source

Patients with cardiovascular disease less likely to use antidiabetic drugs, finds study
The use of cardioprotective antidiabetic drugs, including GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic, is on the rise. While these medications can help protect against cardiovascular disease (CVD), a new study published in BMJ Medicine finds uptake is lower among patients with CVD.
October 10, 2023 — Source

Study shows nanoclusters of insulin can control insulin activity
A study published in Nature Nanotechnology shows how nanoclusters of insulin can control insulin activity. The results can lead to new types of insulin drugs, senior author Ana Teixeira at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics (MBB) at Karolinska Institutet, says.
October 10, 2023 — Source

The critical role of model interpretation in diabetes decision support systems
In a recent article published in Scientific Reports, researchers highlighted the importance of tools used to interpret the output of predictive models in type 1 diabetes (T1D) management.
October 10, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 9th, 2023

Should children with diabetes or pre-diabetes go on a low-carb diet?
A child's diet is important because it helps them grow, stay healthy and have the energy to play, learn and do the things they love. If you're the parent or caregiver of a child with diabetes--or one who faces risks for the disease--you may feel especially concerned about what your child should and shouldn't eat.
October 9, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 6th, 2023

A telehealth model to support remote diabetes self-care
VDiSC integrates and supports continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for self-management of diabetes. This platform also provides behavioral health support for diabetes-related complications and helps evaluate decision-support for technology use.
October 6, 2023 — Source

Integrated chronic care in Africa can improve outcomes and save money
Across Africa about 2 million premature deaths each year are caused by the effects of diabetes and hypertension.
October 6, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 5th, 2023

Evidence on higher rates of diabetes unclear in trans people, but data on higher rates of heart disease are clear
The latest data on the metabolic problems faced by trans people are presented at a session at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (Hamburg 2--6 October). While evidence on increased or decreased rates of diabetes among trans men and women remains unclear, the evidence that they face higher rates of cardiovascular disease continues to mount. The talk is by Dr. Dorte Glintborg, Department of Endocrinology, Odense University Hospital, Denmark.
October 5, 2023 — Source

Low muscle mass associated with a two-fold risk of death from heart disease in people with diabetes
New research being presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2--6 Oct) shows that low muscle mass is associated with a two-fold risk of death from cardiovascular disease in individuals with diabetes.
October 5, 2023 — Source

Popular Weight Loss Drugs Raise Risk of More Stomach Trouble
People taking popular medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus for weight loss are at higher risk for potentially serious stomach and intestinal issues, compared to people taking a weight loss drug approved in 2014, a large study reveals.
October 5, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 3rd, 2023

Clinical VX-880 trial improves blood sugar control in all treated patients, with three achieving insulin independence
Six adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) treated with stem cell-derived islet cells (VX-880) have shown improved blood sugar control, with three participants achieving insulin independence, according to new research being presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg (2--6 Oct).
October 3, 2023 — Source

Emergency department screening could detect thousands of undiagnosed prediabetes and diabetes cases, study suggests
The introduction of screening for type 2 diabetes in Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments could uncover thousands of previously undiagnosed cases every year, suggests new research being presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg (2--6 Oct).
October 3, 2023 — Source

Is universal screening for type 1 diabetes around the corner?
The latest data on universal screening for type 1 diabetes (T1D) is reviewed in a session at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2--6 October). The talk will be given by Dr. Emily K. Sims, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Center for Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, U.S..
October 3, 2023 — Source

Lower HbA1c threshold could lead to earlier diagnosis, treatment of type 2 diabetes in women under 50
New research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2-6 October) and published in the journal Diabetes Therapy suggests that the diagnosis threshold for type 2 diabetes (T2D) should be lowered in women aged under 50 years, since natural blood loss through menstruation could be affecting their blood sugar management.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Metabolic signature can help predict which smokers will develop type 2 diabetes
New research being presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg (2--6 Oct) finds that cigarette smoking increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in part by affecting a variety of metabolites--small chemicals produced in the processes of metabolism--that circulate in the bloodstream.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Metabolically healthy obesity: Fact or fiction?
A session at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes will explore the latest data on the concept of metabolically healthy obesity (MHO)--more commonly known by the public as "fat but fit." Professor Matthias Blüher, University of Leipzig, Leipzig and Helmholtz Center Munich, Germany will explain how we define MHO and ask if it can really be described as healthy.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Mobile health-delivered coaching cuts blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes: Study
Ben S. Gerber, M.D., from University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in Worcester, and colleagues assessed whether clinical pharmacists and health coaches using mobile health tools can improve hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Study finds link between food insecurity and severe hypoglycemia
New research being presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2-6 Oct) has found that severe hypoglycemia is more than twice as common among adults with diabetes who struggle to afford food.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Type 2 diabetes diagnosis at age 30 can reduce life expectancy by up to 14 years
An individual diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 30 years could see their life expectancy fall by as much as 14 years, an international team of researchers has warned. Even people who do not develop the condition until later in life — with a diagnosis at age 50 years — could see their life expectancy fall by up to six years, an analysis of data from 19 high-income countries found.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Why Your Eyes Are the Window to Your Health
Eye exams can reveal evidence of high blood pressure, diabetes and other health conditions. Here's what to know.
October 3, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — October 2nd, 2023

Real-world study supports use of semaglutide for long-term management of type 2 diabetes
New research presented at the Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Hamburg (2--6 Oct), shows that treatment with the drug semaglutide significantly improves blood sugar control and weight loss in adults with type 2 diabetes for up to three years.
October 2, 2023 — Source

Study from Fukushima shows even low doses of radiation may contribute to diabetes
New research presented at the Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Hamburg (2--6 Oct), suggests that exposure to low doses of radiation may contribute to an increased risk of diabetes.
October 2, 2023 — Source

Study suggests drinking dark tea every day may help control blood sugar to reduce diabetes risk
Drinking dark tea every day may help to mitigate type 2 diabetes risk and progression in adults through better blood sugar control, suggests new research presented at the Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Hamburg (2--6 Oct).
October 2, 2023 — Source

Worldwide audit finds testosterone replacement improves blood sugar control in men with type 2 diabetes
Real-world data from an ongoing international audit of testosterone deficiency in men with type 2 diabetes, presented at the Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Hamburg (2--6 Oct), suggests that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) improves glycemic control for up to two years.
October 2, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 28th, 2023

FDA Adds Warning of Intestinal Blockages to Ozempic Label
Following more than a dozen reports of intestinal blockages among people using the diabetes drug Ozempic, the FDA announced that the potentially life-threatening condition will be listed on the drug's label.
September 28, 2023 — Source

Q&A: Indigenous community-first approach to more ethical microbiome research
Every person hosts trillions of microorganisms, like bacteria and viruses, on their skin and in organs including those that make up the digestive tract, like their mouth, that collectively make up their microbiome. Microbiome research can lead to medical breakthroughs to treat diseases like inflammatory bowel syndrome and diabetes.
September 28, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 27th, 2023

Primary care intervention reduces hypoglycemia risk from type 2 diabetes overtreatment in older adults
A newly published quality improvement study shows how a simple intervention by health care providers reduced the number of older adult patients with type 2 diabetes at risk for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) by almost 50% and led to de-escalation of diabetes medications that cause hypoglycemia in 20% of patients.
September 27, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 26th, 2023

Contaminated drug causes vision loss for dozens of Pakistan diabetics
Dozens of diabetes patients in Pakistan suffered vision loss after being given a contaminated drug, a provincial health official said Tuesday.
September 26, 2023 — Source

Doctors improve antioxidant response in diabetics and hypertensive patients
RUDN University doctors studied what happens to oxidative and antioxidant processes in the heart during diabetes and hypertension. The work provides insight into the relationship between these processes at the molecular level and outlines possible therapeutic targets.
September 26, 2023 — Source

Increase in types 1 and 2 diabetes seen in US youth during pandemic
Matthew T. Mefford, Ph.D., from Kaiser Permanente Southern California in Pasadena, and colleagues examined diabetes incidence rates among youth (from birth to 19 years) in the United States using data from Kaiser Permanente Southern California between Jan. 1, 2016, and Dec. 31, 2021. The age- and sex-standardized annual and quarterly incidence rates were calculated per 100,000 person-years (PYs) for type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
September 26, 2023 — Source

Research explores impact of parental relatedness on type 2 diabetes and other common diseases
A new study finds that consanguinity--unions between close relatives--may increase the risk of common diseases such as type 2 diabetes and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
September 26, 2023 — Source

Scientists reveal mechanistic link between zinc levels and diabetes
Researchers have identified a mechanistic link between zinc levels in humans and the risk of type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease.
September 26, 2023 — Source

Study predicts significant increase in the need for treatment of eye diseases over the next 5 years
Since 2007, it has become possible to treat retinal diseases such as wet AMD, eye blood clots, and diabetic retinopathy with medical injections into the eye. Over 56,000 Danes have received the anti-VEGF medication since then to prevent blindness from these diseases.
September 26, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 25th, 2023

Almost 4 in 10 adults with type 1 diabetes are not diagnosed until after age 30: Study
A brief research report including more than 900 adults with type 1 diabetes found that 37%, or nearly 4 in 10 participants, were diagnosed with type 1 diabetes after age 30. Age of diagnosis was higher for men and racial minority adults.
September 25, 2023 — Source

Spice herbs for diabetes treatment: A focus on Trachyspermum ammi and Pimpinella anisum
Announcing a new article publication for BIO Integration journal. Diabetes mellitus (DM) arises from a cascade of factors, primarily stemming from defective insulin secretion by the pancreas and emergence of insulin resistance.
September 25, 2023 — Source

Once-weekly insulin icodec with dosing guide app shows superior HbA1c reduction versus once-daily insulin in Phase 3a trial
In the Phase 3a ONWARDS 5 randomized trial, once-weekly insulin icodec titrated with a dosing guide app demonstrated superior reduction in HbA1c levels and similarly low hypoglycemia rates compared with once-daily insulin.
September 25, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 22nd, 2023

High systemic immune-inflammation index tied to higher mortality with peritoneal dialysis
An elevated systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) is independently associated with increased risks for all-cause and cardiovascular-specific mortality in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis, according to a study published online Aug. 31 in the Journal of Inflammation Research.
September 22, 2023 — Source

Tirzepatide more effective in blood sugar control and body weight loss than semaglutide, shows meta-analysis
A new meta-analysis combining 22 studies, to be presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2--6 October), shows that tirzepatide is superior to semaglutide for both control of blood sugar and in terms of amount of body weight lost by patients. The study is by Dr. Thomas Karagiannis, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece, and colleagues.
September 22, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 21st, 2023

Membrane for kidney dialysis fabricated with carbon nanotubes
A collaborative team led by Piran Kidambi, assistant professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, William Fissell, associate professor of nephrology and hypertension at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Shuvo Roy, professor of bioengineering at University of California, San Francisco, and Francesco Fornasiero, biosciences and biotechnology staff scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Lab, has developed a new type of filter for kidney dialysis machines that can clean the blood more efficiently and improve patient care.
September 21, 2023 — Source or Source

Q&A: Is erythritol a safe and healthy sugar substitute?
Question: A friend has a family history of diabetes and obesity. She is diligent about eating healthfully and enjoys sharing new recipes and information about food. Recently she mentioned a sugar substitute called erythritol. I'm not familiar with this product. Can you explain what it is and if it is healthy?
September 21, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 20th, 2023

Examining the association between low oxygen conditions induced by hyperglycemia and impaired insulin secretion
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is characterized by persistent hyperglycemia (high glucose in blood) that leads to hypoxia (low oxygen condition) in pancreatic &beta-cells.
September 20, 2023 — Source

New model for in vitro production of human brown fat cells lays groundwork for obesity, diabetes cell therapy
Brown adipocytes are specialized cells that can use energy to produce heat. This property makes them attractive tools for the treatment of diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes. Until recently, this therapeutic potential was constrained by limited understanding of how brown adipocyte tissue (BAT) develops from precursors.
September 20, 2023 — Source

Scientists see the light with diabetes and hypertension breakthrough
A collaboration between The University of Western Australia and Yonsei University in South Korea has developed a revolutionary method of diagnosing diabetes and hypertension, with major potential for precise, swift and affordable early detection.
September 20, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 19th, 2023

Cells Release Insulin in Response to Music
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed an insulin delivery system that relies on music as a trigger. The unusual technology is based on calcium ion channels that typically reside in the cell membrane. Such channels are sensitive to mechanical deformation and these researchers discovered that sound waves will activate the channels.
September 19, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 18th, 2023

Are Tortillas Good for You?
It depends on their size, ingredients, and what you stuff them with
September 18, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 15th, 2023

Mounjaro: Type 2 diabetes drug more effective than Ozempic to launch in the UK--here's what you need to know
A new drug to treat type 2 diabetes has been approved for use) in the UK. Tirzepatide (sold under the brand name Mounjaro) could be available for prescription by early 2024--subject to availability.
September 15, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 14th, 2023

Apple Watch Blood Glucose Team Gains New Lead
Apple has done some internal shuffling and appointed Tim Millet, vice president of platform architecture, to lead the team that is working on blood glucose monitoring functionality for the Apple Watch.
September 14, 2023 — Source

Apple names new leader for non-invasive glucose monitoring team
Apple has named a new leader for its team working on a non-invasive glucose monitor, having a veteran Mac and iPhone chip executive head up one of the company’s most ambitious health technology efforts.
September 14, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 13th, 2023

Could spinach extract accelerate wound healing in those with diabetes?
Diabetes has been associated with many severe long-term complications, for example, chronic diabetic ulcer (CDU), which lasts for many months or even years. Several crucial factors linked to impaired wound healing have been identified, including diabetic neuropathy, skin damage, infections, ischemia, poor nutritional status, and inadequate control of diabetes.
September 13, 2023 — Source

Estimating life expectancy based on the age of type 2 diabetes diagnosis
In 2021, around 537 million adults worldwide were diagnosed with diabetes. In recent years, the number of younger individuals diagnosed with diabetes has increased substantially.
September 13, 2023 — Source

Is there anything Ozempic can't do?
Semaglutide, the main ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, could soon be used for a lot more than weight loss.
September 13, 2023 — Source

Treatment and recovery from stroke worse for women and 'racial minorities,' shows study
A major study on people with diabetes has found that following a stroke, patients from racial minorities, experienced greater stroke severity, prolonged hospitalization and received less specialized treatment than their white counterparts.
September 13, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 12th, 2023

Both high-protein and normal-protein diets are effective for T2D management
New findings indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with Type 2 diabetes. 106 adults with T2D were randomly assigned to either the high-protein or normal-protein diet for 52 weeks. Both diets were energy-restricted.
September 12, 2023 — Source

Comprehensive insulin signaling map shows interplay between genes and diet
Researchers have produced a comprehensive picture of insulin signaling in mice and suggest that it is shaped by entangled effects of genetics and diet.
September 12, 2023 — Source

Death rates after first heart attack have gone down for those without diabetes or with type 2 diabetes, but not type 1
New research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2–6 October) shows that following a heart attack, there have been falls in the death rates of both people without diabetes and those with type 2 diabetes, but not those with type 1 diabetes. The study is by Dr. Linn Glynn, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden, and colleagues.
September 12, 2023 — Source

Evening chronotype linked to unhealthy lifestyles and increased diabetes risk, reveals cohort study
Chronotype, or circadian preference, is a largely genetically driven construct that refers to a person's predilection for earlier or later sleeping periods. Evening chronotype has been linked to unhealthy lifestyles, metabolic dysfunction, sleep problems, poor glycemic management, and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.
September 12, 2023 — Source

Machine learning uncovers hidden diabetic cases among those with normal fasting glucose
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a growing public health challenge, with many asymptomatic cases going undetected, leading to complications. The International Diabetes Federation projected a rise from 537 million diabetic individuals in 2021 to 643 million by 2030.
September 12, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 11th, 2023

'Inverse vaccine' shows potential to treat multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases
A new type of vaccine developed by researchers at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) has shown in the lab setting that it can completely reverse autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes, and Crohn's disease--all without shutting down the rest of the immune system.
September 11, 2023 — Source

'Night owls' more likely than 'early birds' to develop diabetes, finds study
Investigators found evening "chronotype," or going to bed late and waking up late, was associated with a 19% increased risk of diabetes after accounting for lifestyle factors
September 11, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 8th, 2023

Can what works to treat cancer work for diabetes?
To live with type 1 diabetes is to be ruled by relentless routine. Food must be carefully monitored, and the only treatment, subcutaneous insulin, is burdensome--requiring regular injections or an insulin pump, continuous glucose monitoring and/or finger sticks to test one's blood sugar levels.
September 8, 2023 — Source

Racial and ethnic inequities are substantial in type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes, study shows
Racial and ethnic inequities in diabetes have been established following gestational diabetes, but these inequities are substantial and have been an overlooked facet of maternal health equity, according to a new study by epidemiologist Teresa Janevic, PhD, associate professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. Until now there was limited research on racial and ethnic disparities in type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).
September 8, 2023 — Source

Researchers study signaling pathway in adipose tissue as a means to curb diabetes, obesity
Their investigation, reported recently in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, focused on a signaling pathway in adipose (fatty) tissue that is important in the control of metabolism, and which, if tweaked the right way, could enhance insulin action and block the obesity-inducing effects of a high-fat diet.
September 8, 2023 — Source

Study sheds light on why wounds often heal poorly in diabetics
When tiny particles called exosomes, which shuttle signals between cells, are defective in diabetic patients, they can drive inflammation and impair healing of wounds, according to a new Nano Today study led by University of Pittsburgh and UPMC researchers.
September 8, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 7th, 2023

Both high-protein and normal-protein diets are effective for T2D management, study finds
New findings from the University of Alabama at Birmingham indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with type 2 diabetes.
September 7, 2023 — Source

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines
Pre-diabetes, characterized by increased glucose levels in the blood but below the threshold for diabetes, is a major risk determinant for diabetes mellitus type 2 and renal and cardiovascular diseases.
September 7, 2023 — Source

Genetic study of blood glucose levels in diabetics reveals the role of the intestine and impact on lung function
New research published today in Nature Genetics describes the largest-ever study into the genetics of random "round-the-clock" blood glucose levels. The study, involving almost half a million people of diverse backgrounds, describes new DNA variants influencing blood sugar levels measured "at random."
September 7, 2023 — Source

Study seeks to explain widespread inequality for developing diabetes mellitus following gestational diabetes
Racial and ethnic inequities in diabetes have been established following gestational diabetes, but these inequities are substantial and have been an overlooked facet of maternal health equity, according to a new study by epidemiologist Teresa Janevic, Ph.D., associate professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.
September 7, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 6th, 2023

After treatment with semaglutide, newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes patients found to need little or no insulin
Treating newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes patients with semaglutide (trade names Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus) may drastically reduce or even eliminate their need for injected insulin.
September 6, 2023 — Source

Study illuminates mechanism that annotates genetic information passed from fathers to offspring
Scientists have identified a key part of a mechanism that annotates genetic information before it is passed from fathers to their offspring. The findings shed new light on genomic imprinting, a fundamental, biological process in which a gene from one parent is switched off while the copy from the other parent remains active.
September 6, 2023 — Source

Weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy also protect your heart
Semaglutide reduces heart failure symptoms by bringing down body weight.
September 6, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — September 5th, 2023

Researchers discover link between cholesterol and diabetic retinopathy
Advancements that could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment for diabetic retinopathy, a common complication that affects the eyes, have been identified by a multi-department research team from Michigan State and other universities.
September 5, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 31st, 2023

Can wireless diagnostic tools transform chronic care management?
Noninvasive diagnostics are the life's work of Ron Erickson, founder of Know Labs. He explains radio frequency technology and how it could change the course of diabetes care.
August 31, 2023 — Source

Insulin App Maker Faces Privacy Lawsuit for Web Tracker Use
Proposed Class Action Filed in Breach Affecting Users of Medtronic MiniMed InPen
August 31, 2023 — Source or Source

Researchers develop ultra-sensitive photoacoustic microscopy for wide biomedical application potential
Optical-resolution photoacoustic microscopy is an up-and-coming biomedical imaging technique for studying a broad range of diseases, such as cancer, diabetes and stroke. But its insufficient sensitivity has been a longstanding obstacle for its wider application.
August 31, 2023 — Source

Study shows that low-dose aspirin associated with a 15% lower risk of developing diabetes in people aged over 65 years
New research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2--6 October) shows that use of low dose (100mg daily) aspirin among older adults aged 65 years and older is associated with a 15% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
August 31, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 29th, 2023

Proactive diagnostic strategy identifies cardiovascular disease in the community
Active screening of patients with type 2 diabetes or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) more than doubles new diagnoses of cardiovascular disease compared with usual care, according to late breaking research presented in a Hot Line session at ESC Congress 2023.
August 29, 2023 — Source

Study shows web-based nutrition program can transform type 2 diabetes health
A low carbohydrate nutrition program delivered online has been shown to significantly improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
August 29, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 28th, 2023

New transistor measures glucose in saliva
A prototype sensor that measures glucose levels in saliva could eventually offer a simple, rapid and painless way for people to monitor their diabetes, according to the KAUST researchers behind the technology.
August 28, 2023 — Source

Study highlights need for improved treatment in autoimmune diabetes in adults
To reduce the risk of complications, it is important to measure antibodies in individuals who develop diabetes in adulthood, while also considering the levels of these antibodies.
August 28, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 25th, 2023

Erectile dysfunction linked to undiagnosed prediabetes, type 2 diabetes in young men
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is more common in older individuals with long-term Type 2 diabetes. However, emerging research at Saint Louis University School of Medicine has found that ED indicates undiagnosed prediabetes and type 2 diabetes in young men under 40.
August 25, 2023 — Source

Metabolite in urine predicts diabetic kidney failure 5-10 years early; oral therapeutic drug shows promise in mice
Current leading marker, protein in urine, does not apply to all patients with diabetes who develop kidney disease
August 25, 2023 — Source

New ESC Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease in patients with diabetes released
Patients with type 2 diabetes are more than twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease (CVD) than their healthy peers. Advice to lower that risk is launched today in the 2023 European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease in patients with diabetes, published in European Heart Journal.
August 25, 2023 — Source

Recommendations to reduce cardiovascular risk in patients with diabetes published
Patients with type 2 diabetes are more than twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease (CVD) than their healthy peers. Advice to lower that risk is launched today in the 2023 European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease in patients with diabetes, published in European Heart Journal.
August 25, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 24th, 2023

Metabolite in urine predicts diabetic kidney failure 5--10 years early: Oral therapeutic drug shows promise in mice
The study results are significant because until now, the most important marker for kidney disease has been protein (or albumin) in the urine. Up to half of diabetes patients who develop kidney failure never have much protein in their urine.
August 24, 2023 — Source or Source

Health — Diabetes — August 23rd, 2023

Many US young adults have poor lifestyle factors and cardiometabolic diseases, study reveals
The study included 10,405 individuals aged 18--44 years whose information was available from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2011--2018. The prevalence of lifestyle risk factors ranged from 16.3% for excessive drinking to 49.3% for poor diet quality. The prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases ranged from 4.3% for diabetes to 37.3% for high cholesterol. The prevalence of having ≥2 lifestyle risk factors was 45.2% and having ≥2 cardiometabolic diseases was 22.0%.
August 23, 2023 — Source

Q&A: Reducing teen's risk of diabetes
I am a 40-year-old overweight woman diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes a little over a year ago. I have become more mindful about the food our family eats, limiting sugar and incorporating more fruits and vegetables into meals at home. Recently, though, I learned my 14-year-old daughter has been "snacking" on spoons of granulated sugar daily. What can I do to reduce her risk for diabetes and reduce her addiction to sugar?
August 23, 2023 — Source

Study reveals how diabetes drug extends lifespan in lab models
Metformin, the most commonly used drug to treat type 2 diabetes, not only lowers blood sugar levels but has been revealed to extend lifespan in C. Elegans--an animal model that shares similar metabolic systems with humans and is often used to model human diseases.
August 23, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 15th, 2023

Microgreens and mature veggies differ in nutrients, but both might limit weight gain
Young vegetables known as microgreens are reputed to be particularly good for health. Now, researchers are trying to find out whether microgreens--which can easily be grown at home--are the superfood they're claimed to be, and how they compare to mature veggies.
August 15, 2023 — Source

Newly discovered protein kinase shows promise for establishing future obesity and diabetes treatments
Their results reveal that TNIK plays a critical role in regulating the metabolism of glucose and fatty acids, and insulin sensitivity. This study suggests the potential of TNIK in future therapeutic interventions for obesity and its comorbidities.
August 15, 2023 — Source

One in six women are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. But this diagnosis may not benefit them or their babies
When Sophie was pregnant with her first baby, she had an oral glucose tolerance blood test. A few days later, the hospital phoned telling her she had gestational diabetes.
August 15, 2023 — Source

Study shows COVID-19 vaccination reduces, but does not entirely ameliorate, excess diabetes incidence after COVID-19
To date, the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative pathogen of COVID-19, has caused over 765 million infections worldwide. Among various COVID-19 related risk factors, the presence of diabetes significantly increases the morbidity and mortality of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
August 15, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 14th, 2023

Intensive lifestyle intervention linked to increased employment for people with type 2 diabetes
Researchers found that employment increased 4% overall among study participants who underwent sessions with health and behavior experts who advised various lifestyle changes to prevent the progression and complications from the disease. Employment increased 7% among those with less than a college degree.
August 14, 2023 — Source or Source

Is 'time in range' the preferred glycemic metric to evaluate cognitive fuction in diabetics?
In a recent study posted to the preprint server Research Square while under review for publication in BMC Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome, researchers examine the association between time in range (TIR), a glycemic metric, and cognitive impairment (CI) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The aim of this study was to determine whether a TIR goal of over 70%, which is currently recommended by Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD), preserves cognitive function in diabetics.
August 14, 2023 — Source

Study examines the relationship between consumption of fatty acids and diabetic retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy, the leading cause of visual impairment in working adults, is a common microvascular complication of diabetes. Risk factors include prolonged duration, poor glycemic control, elevated blood pressure, and high lipid intake. Studies have shown that polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) have beneficial effects on diabetes-associated complications.
August 14, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 9th, 2023

GKA improves glucose tolerance and induces hepatic lipid accumulation in mice with diet-induced obesity
Obesity is a major risk factor for metabolic disorders including non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and type 2 diabetes. It has been reported that non-alcoholic fatty liver disease doubles the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, independent of obesity and other metabolic risk factors.
August 9, 2023 — Source

Scientists study how a diabetes drug affects soils
The transport of pharmaceuticals released from sewage treatment plants into farmland soils, with the potential to load into drinking water sources, is one that researchers at the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) study carefully. Even at low concentrations, medications can affect water ecosystems and soil health.
August 9, 2023 — Source

Synergistic effect of a traditional Chinese medicinal compound on existing diabetes drug found
Research led by Peking University, China, has looked into gut microbiota production of isozymes, which do similar work to human enzymes but have different structures.
August 9, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 7th, 2023

Diabetes tied to higher use of hospital bed-days for many conditions
Hongjiang Wu, M.P.H., Ph.D., from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and colleagues used data from 758,254 people with incident type 2 diabetes and matched controls without diabetes followed for a median of 7.8 years, up to 2019.
August 7, 2023 — Source

Is red meat bad for you? And does it make a difference if it's a processed burger or a lean steak?
A juicy burger is a staple in many Australians' diet. Yet research shows regularly eating red meat can increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers.
August 7, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 4th, 2023

Diabetes treatment: Using insulin to manage blood sugar
Learning how insulin affects your blood sugar can help you better manage your condition.
August 4, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 3rd, 2023

Lawsuit against makers of Ozempic, Mounjaro claims meds caused 'stomach paralysis'
A Louisiana woman is suing the makers of two type 2 diabetes drugs used off-label for obesity, saying they failed to adequately warn about the risk of severe stomach problems.
August 3, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — August 1st, 2023

How effective is physical activity in alleviating obesity-related inflammation in diabetes?
According to the International Diabetes Federation, diabetes is one of the most common health conditions and affects millions of people worldwide. By 2040, researchers estimate that over 700 million people will develop diabetes.
August 1, 2023 — Source

Kombucha may help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes
People with type-II diabetes who drank the fermented tea drink kombucha for four weeks had lower fasting blood glucose levels compared to when they consumed a similar-tasting placebo beverage, according to results from a clinical trial conducted by researchers at Georgetown University's School of Health, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and MedStar Health.
August 1, 2023 — Source

Using Ozempic for 'Minor' Weight Loss: Fair or Foul?
Ashley Raibick is familiar with the weight loss yo-yo. She's bounced through the big names: Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, etc. She drops 10 pounds and then slides off the plan only to see her weight pop back up.
August 1, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 28th, 2023

Researchers develop method to predict gene expression across different tissues and cell types
In recent years, a virtual tidal wave of studies linking the expression of certain genes to complex diseases as varied as cancer and diabetes has raised hopes for major advances in medical treatment and drug discovery.
July 28, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 27th, 2023

Another Try for Mental Health 'Parity'
The Biden administration continued a bipartisan, decades-long effort to ensure that health insurance treats mental illnesses the same as other ailments, with a new set of regulations aimed at ensuring that services are actually available without years-long waits or excessive out-of-pocket costs.
July 27, 2023 — Source

Embracing nature's medicine: exploring medicinal plants for diabetes treatment
In a recent review published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers described 20 medicinal plants, their bioactive phytochemical components, therapeutic potential, modes of action, and prospects and ability to combat diabetes mellitus (DM).
July 27, 2023 — Source

Researchers develop 3D printed bandage that delivers innovative treatment for diabetic foot ulcers
Researchers from Queen's University Belfast have designed a new 3D printed bandage, known as a scaffold, which presents an innovative method of treatment to heal diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).
July 27, 2023 — Source

Study looks at Achilles' heel of insulin pump technology
Since the insulin pump started widespread use in the early 1980s, it's become the option of choice for type 1 diabetes patients to manage their glucose levels in a way that doesn't require testing their blood sugar and injecting insulin multiple times daily.
July 27, 2023 — Source

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$3 million NIH grant awarded to investigate the connections between maternal BMI and childhood obesity
Researchers at Michigan State University and Henry Ford Health received a $3 million grant from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases within the National Institutes of Health to study the connections between maternal body mass index, or BMI, and childhood obesity.
July 25, 2023 — Source

Intermittent Fasting versus Calorie Counting for Type 2 Diabetes
Losing weight is an important part of type 2 diabetes care — it could help lower blood sugar and reduce the need for some diabetes drugs. To shed the extra pounds, new research shared on Monday shows that intermittent fasting is an effective way to cut calories for people with type 2 diabetes.
July 25, 2023 — Source

New Weight Loss Drugs Carry High Price Tags and Lots of Questions for Seniors
Managing her weight was a losing battle until Morris' doctor prescribed a Type 2 diabetes medication, Ozempic, four months ago. It's one in a new category of medications changing how ordinary people as well as medical experts think about obesity, a condition that affects nearly 4 in 10 people 60 and older.
July 25, 2023 — Source or Source

Protein found to protect females against obesity
Associated with poorer mental health outcomes and reduced quality of life, obesity is on the rise in the United States. Currently, more than 30% of American adults are classified as obese. A risk factor for several diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and COVID-19, obesity is an important and growing public health concern.
July 25, 2023 — Source

Researcher presents alternative hypothesis about cause of obesity
World-wide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975, according to the World Health Organization. Numerous causes of obesity have been hypothesized including increased dietary fat, carbohydrate or ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption, inactivity, hyperlipidemia and hyperinsulinemia.
July 25, 2023 — Source

Study reveals link between neighborhood environments and likelihood of metabolic syndrome
Cardiovascular diseases continue to be the leading causes of death worldwide. Metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors including hypertension and obesity, significantly increases the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases. Behavioral and lifestyle modifications, including regular physical activity, have been identified as important factors in the prevention and management of metabolic syndrome.
July 25, 2023 — Source

SGLT2i use linked to reduced risk for flare in adults with gout, T2D
Natalie McCormick, Ph.D., from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, and colleagues compared gout flares and cardiovascular events among patients with gout and type 2 diabetes initiating SGLT2is versus dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitors (DPP-4is) in a propensity score-matched cohort study.
July 25, 2023 — Source

The effect of diabetes medications on the risk of developing cancer
Type 2 diabetes melllitus (T2DM) is a common disease, the prevalence of which is increasing exponentially. It is estimated that by 2030, almost 440 million adults below the age of 80 will have diabetes. The consequences of T2DM on health and mortality have long been a focus of study. However, the medications used to control this dreaded disease have their effects on the body, causing specific adverse effects.
July 25, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 20th, 2023

Global diabetes cases on pace to soar to 1.3 billion people in the next 3 decades, new study finds
The number of people living with diabetes worldwide is on pace to more than double in the next three decades, for a total of 1.3 billion people by 2050. That is one of the key findings from the study on the global burden of diabetes recently published in The Lancet.
July 20, 2023 — Source

Monitoring T cells may allow prevention of type 1 diabetes
Scripps Research scientists have shown that analyzing a certain type of immune cell in the blood can help identify people at risk of developing type 1 diabetes, a life-threatening autoimmune disease. The new approach, if validated in further studies, could be used to select suitable patients for treatment that stops the autoimmune process--making type 1 diabetes a preventable condition.
July 20, 2023 — Source

Q&Amp;A: Study provides new insights into type 2 diabetes
New insights into the underlying mechanisms of type 2 diabetes and novel potential therapeutic targets for the disease were revealed in a recent study by a team of Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists in the Department of Nutrition at Texas A&M's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
July 20, 2023 — Source

Health — Diabetes — July 19th, 2023

In-depth urinary and exosome proteome profiling analysis identifies novel biomarkers for diabetic kidney disease
Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a major microvascular complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), causing irreversible kidney damage and poor prognosis for patients. Early monitoring and screening of renal injury are necessary for patients with T2DM, particularly for those with a long disease course.
July 19, 2023 — Source

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A new player unveiled for lipid oxidation
Overweight and obesity pose significant health risks, including an increased likelihood of developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Researchers are seeking practical ways to promote the oxidation of lipids, which could help balance energy storage and consumption.
May 9, 2023 — Source

Advances in automated insulin delivery systems reduce disease management burden for patients with diabetes
Type 1 diabetes affects 46.3 million people worldwide, and the number of people affected increases by about 3% each year. It requires careful calculations of insulin needs and bothersome daily injections to avoid peripheral diseases caused by extremes of high or low blood sugar.
May 23, 2023 — Source

Alcohol drinking cut in half with diabetes medication
The medication semaglutide, which is currently used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity, might also be an effective medication for alcohol dependence. In a study from the University of Gothenburg, the drug reduced alcohol relapse drinking and alcohol intake in rats by more than half. The results of the study are published in the scientific journal eBioMedicine.
June 8, 2023 — Source

Artificial pancreas reduces disease management burden for people with diabetes
Intraperitoneal insulin delivery mimics the natural physiology of the pancreas
May 23, 2023 — Source

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Best Time of Day to Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes
If you're one of the millions of folks living with type 2 diabetes, you know that regular exercise can help you keep your blood sugar in check.
May 30, 2023 — Source

Biomarkers for the progression of type 2 diabetes identified
Researcher Guy Rutter and his colleagues in Europe, Canada and the United States have discovered molecules in samples taken from 3,000 diabetic patients that could help personalize treatments.
May 30, 2023 — Source

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Cells from Cadaver Pancreas May Help Treat Type 1 Diabetes
Treatment of hard-to-manage type 1 diabetes with transplanted pancreatic cells is moving forward on two fronts, with one product newly approved and the other making headway in a clinical trial.
June 30, 2023 — Source

Cooperation between muscle and liver circadian clocks is key to controlling glucose metabolism, finds study
Collaborative work by teams at the Department of Medicine and Life Sciences (MELIS) at Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), University of California, Irvine (UCI), and the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona) has shown that interplay between circadian clocks in liver and skeletal muscle controls glucose metabolism.
June 27, 2023 — Source

Cutting-edge research: machine learning identifies early predictors of type 1 diabetes
Over 2,250 samples from 184 participants yielded 376 regulated proteins identified using machine learning analyses to predict autoimmunity preceding type 1 diabetes.
July 3, 2023 — Source

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Dexcom announces novel wearable for managing Type 2 diabetes — without insulin
The company told the American Diabetes Association that the metabolic monitor could reduce down-the-line healthcare costs for T2 non-insulin users and others. "These trends have to change," says CEO Kevin Sayer.
July 7, 2023 — Source

Diabetes cases to double to 1.3 billion by 2050: study
The number of people suffering from diabetes worldwide will more than double to 1.3 billion by 2050 driven by structural racism and gaping inequality between countries, new research predicted on Friday.
June 23, 2023 — Source

Diabetes remission possible even without significant weight loss after gastric bypass surgery
More than half of patients with diabetes and a history of metabolic surgery (51%) experienced remission of their diabetes even if they did not achieve significant weight loss after surgery, according to a new study presented here today at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting.
June 27, 2023 — Source

Diabetes risk awareness not linked to risk-reducing behavior in youth
Diabetes risk perception and awareness are not associated with greater engagement in risk-reducing behaviors among U.S. youth aged 12 to 17 years with overweight or obesity, according to a study published online May 3 in JAMA Network Open.
May 5, 2023 — Source

Diabetes symptoms: When diabetes symptoms are a concern
Diabetes symptoms can be hard to spot. Here's what to look for and when to get care.
June 27, 2023 — 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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DNA discovery highlights how we maintain healthy blood sugar levels after meals
A study of the DNA of more than 55,000 people worldwide has shed light on how we maintain healthy blood sugar levels after we have eaten, with implications for our understanding of how the process goes wrong in type 2 diabetes.
June 8, 2023 — Source or Source

Do glucose-lowering medications have different effects on kidney outcomes?
The leading cause of kidney failure and chronic kidney disease across the world is diabetes and the timely address of glycemic levels is essential to delay or prevent diabetic kidney disease.
May 26, 2023 — Source

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ENDO 2023 news conferences to highlight latest research in diabetes, obesity, reproductive health
Researchers will delve into the latest research in diabetes, obesity, reproductive health and other aspects of endocrinology during the Endocrine Society's ENDO 2023 news conferences June 15-18.
May 30, 2023 — Source

Evaluating the effect of resveratrol-enriched bread in preventing early type 2 diabetes cardiomyopathy in vivo
The use of diet is a highly effective non-pharmacological approach to prevent and manage cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Trans-resveratrol (RSV), a natural compound present in grapevine Vinis vinifera, peanuts, and wine, has been approved for consumption as an ingredient at a maximum of 150 mg of RSV/day.
May 11, 2023 — Source

Exercise can improve quality of life and reduce hospitalizations for dialysis patients
Patients who engage in light exercise while undergoing dialysis are physically fitter and are admitted to hospital less frequently than those who do not. These are the findings of a large-scale study conducted by a consortium led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM). The researchers believe that exercise programs should be offered to dialysis patients as standard.
July 14, 2023 — Source or Source

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High-fat diet 'turns up the thermostat' on atherosclerosis, finds study
In a recent study, researchers determined that derivatives of natural emulsifiers such as phospholipids found in high-fat, high-cholesterol diets can promote atherosclerosis via gut bacteria interactions with the immune system. This study could pave the way for targeted interventions for individuals who are at risk for developing heart disease.
May 11, 2023 — Source

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Inhibition of stimulator of interferon genes protects against myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury in diabetic mice
Although the past decade has witnessed substantial scientific progress with the advent of cardioprotective pharmacological agents, most have failed to protect against myocardial ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in diabetic hearts.
May 9, 2023 — Source

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Light or moderate alcohol consumption does not guard against diabetes, obesity
Alcohol consumption is a significant public health concern because it is related to many medical conditions such as diabetes, obesity, liver conditions and heart disease. While it is widely accepted that excessive alcohol consumption causes a wide range of health issues, whether modest alcohol consumption has beneficial health effects remains controversial.
June 27, 2023 — Source

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Many People Living in the 'Diabetes Belt' Are Plagued With Medical Debt
Delores Lowery remembers vividly the day in 2016 when she was working in a weaving plant near her home in Bennettsville, South Carolina, and the world around her seemed to go dim.
May 30, 2023 — Source or Source

Meta-analysis explores the mechanism that connects cancer and diabetes
Back in the 1920s, researchers discovered that cancer patients had sweet-smelling urine. First, the doctors were puzzled, but they soon realized that it was a result of elevated blood sugar levels.
June 20, 2023 — Source or Source

Metabolic surgery offers significant cardiovascular benefits for patients with diabetes
Patients with diabetes and a history of metabolic surgery had significantly fewer heart attacks, strokes, hospitalizations and death compared to matched patients who did not have the surgery, according to a new study presented here today at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting.
June 27, 2023 — Source

Metformin treatment may decrease the mortality risk in ICU patients with type 2 diabetes and CHF
Patients receiving intensive care often have diabetes mellitus (DM) together with chronic heart failure (CHF). In these patients, the use of metformin in intensive care is controversial. This study was aimed at assessing the mortality rates of patients with DM and CHF treated with metformin.
June 27, 2023 — Source

Metformin's role in preventing metabolic syndrome during androgen deprivation therapy
A new research paper titled "Utilizing metformin to prevent metabolic syndrome due to androgen deprivation therapy (ADT): a randomized phase II study of metformin in non-diabetic men initiating ADT for advanced prostate cancer" has been published in Oncotarget .
June 20, 2023 — Source

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Neuropathic pain study uncovers pathophysiological mechanism and promising therapeutic target
Neuropathic pain -; abnormal hypersensitivity to stimuli -; is associated with impaired quality of life and is often poorly managed. Estimates suggest that 3 percent to 17 percent of adults suffer from neuropathic pain, including a quarter of people with diabetes and a third of people with HIV.
May 5, 2023 — Source

New competitor to Wegovy shows promise in clinical trials
An experimental drug appears to outperform the trendy medications Wegovy and Ozempic for both weight loss and diabetes control, a pair of early clinical trials shows.
June 27, 2023 — Source

New study finds diabetes remains in remission years after gastric bypass surgery regardless of weight loss
More than half of patients with diabetes and a history of metabolic surgery (51%) experienced remission of their diabetes even if they did not achieve significant weight loss after surgery, according to a new study presented here today at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting.
June 27, 2023 — Source

New study finds fewer heart attacks, strokes and death among patients with diabetes and history of metabolic surgery
Patients with diabetes and a history of metabolic surgery had significantly fewer heart attacks, strokes, hospitalizations and death compared to matched patients who did not have the surgery, according to a new study presented here today at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting.
June 27, 2023 — Source

New study finds increasing health burden of type 2 diabetes in Australia
The prevalence of type 2 diabetes has tripled over the past 30 years in Australia, with increasing rates of disease complications placing a growing health burden on the population.
June 23, 2023 — Source

New study uncovers role of previously unknown protein in obesity and diabetes
More than 40% of Americans are considered obese, and the trend continues to grow. The treatments or preventive options for obesity and obesity-associated diseases are limited. It is a major national healthcare and public health burden significantly increasing the risk of diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancer and is linked to the severity of COVID-19.
May 26, 2023 — Source

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Obesity and diabetes in pregnancy: Consequences in offspring
Research involving pediatricians from the Hospital General de Valencia has shown that the children of women who were obese or had diabetes during pregnancy developed certain epigenetic alterations that predisposed them to suffer from diseases such as diabetes, obesity and the cardiovascular problems that result from them.
May 12, 2023 — Source

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Patient-led intervention first to successfully address multiple difficult symptoms in dialysis patients
When a patient with chronic kidney disease finally reaches the point that their kidneys fail, doctors have a treatment available: dialysis. But undergoing dialysis often brings a high burden of other unpleasant symptoms--fatigue, pain and depression--that are outside the typical nephrologist's wheelhouse and can be difficult to treat.
June 20, 2023 — Source

Produce prescription programs for patients with diabetes could save billions in health care costs, study shows
An apple a day not only keeps the doctor away, it also could save the United States at least $40 billion in medical bills, report Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy researchers in a new study published June 30 in the Journal of the American Heart Association
June 30, 2023 — Source

Protein-based nano-'computer' evolves in ability to influence cell behavior
The first protein-based nano-computing agent that functions as a circuit has been created by Penn State researchers. The milestone puts them one step closer to developing next-generation cell-based therapies to treat diseases like diabetes and cancer.
May 26, 2023 — Source or Source

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Rural patients with diabetes experience worse health outcomes than urban patients
Mayo Clinic researchers conducted a study within their health care system to identify factors associated with quality of care among rural and urban patients with diabetes.
May 23, 2023 — Source

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Should You Stop Taking Ozempic Before Surgery?
If you're taking Ozempic or Rybelsus for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy for weight loss, or other medications in the same drug class, it is not clear how long before planned surgery you should stop taking the drug to be safe.
June 23, 2023 — Source

'Significant threat': Around world, doctors battle impersonators
A Thai doctor endorsing a dubious diabetes treatment, a Filipino physician touting crotch-enhancing underwear, a US doctor sparking off anti-vaccine conspiracies--they are all victims of identity theft plaguing health professionals.
June 30, 2023 — Source

Stimu Sock for Electrical Stimulation in Diabetic Neuropathy
Researchers at Rice University have developed a "Stimu Sock" that can help to treat balance issues and pain in the feet caused by diabetic neuropathy. The socks contain an insole that can provide haptic feedback if someone is overbalancing, helping them to correct things.
May 2, 2023 — Source

Study indicates structural racism is accelerating the diabetes crisis in the US
Structural racism and geographic inequity are advancing the global crisis of diabetes, leaving people with diabetes 50% more likely to develop cardiovascular disease and twice as likely to die compared to those without diabetes, especially among minority populations.
June 27, 2023 — Source

Swedish research about different forms of type 2 diabetes is relevant for Indian people
Researchers at Lund University have shown that diabetes can be divided into five subgroups, and that there are genetic differences between the four subgroups relating to type 2 diabetes. A research collaboration between Sweden and India now highlights similarities and differences between patient groups in India and Europe.
May 2, 2023 — Source

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Taking Ozempic or Wegovy? Stop before surgery, anesthesiologists say
The trendy weight-loss drug Ozempic could be dangerous for a patient undergoing anesthesia for an operation, according to a new warning from the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
July 3, 2023 — Source

The feeling of hunger itself may slow aging in flies
From low-carb to intermittent fasting, surgery to Ozempic--people turn to a seemingly never-ending array of diets, procedures and drugs to lose weight. While it has been long understood that limiting the amount of food eaten can promote healthy aging in a wide range of animals, including humans, a new study from University of Michigan has revealed that the feeling of hunger itself may be enough to slow aging.
May 11, 2023 — Source

The next frontier for Ozempic: Health insurance
Most insurers don't cover weight loss drugs. But can they afford not to?
May 26, 2023 — Source

The role of diet in managing type 2 diabetes: insights into individualized medical nutritional therapy
Diet is a significant factor in the development of T2DM. Medical nutritional therapy is crucial in managing T2DM and can improve metabolic outcomes as part of lifestyle optimization. Supplementation with antioxidants, including carotene, vitamins C and E, and other micronutrients, has no proven benefits due to inconsistent evidence regarding their efficiency and long-term safety.
May 2, 2023 — Source

Tracking somatostatin for early diabetes detection
Patients with diabetes have high blood glucose levels either because their pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin, or their body cells do not respond to signals from insulin that tell them to use up glucose. Current treatments, therefore, rely on supplying insulin bolus to such patients.
June 8, 2023 — Source

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Very low carbohydrate diets can improve blood pressure, blood sugar levels and weight control
Adults with hypertension, prediabetes, or type 2 diabetes, and who are overweight or obese, are at an increased risk of serious health complications.
May 23, 2023 — Source

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Wharton's jelly found to halt diabetes progression in Phase II trial
Research in Sweden led by the University of Uppsala has looked into using mesenchymal stromal cells to halt the progress of newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. In the paper, "Umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cells preserve endogenous insulin production in type 1 diabetes: a Phase I/II randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial," published in the journal Diabetologia, researchers detail the study and results of a small sample set of 24 participants.
June 2, 2023 — Source