Diabetes

A systematic recent review suggested that extending diabetic retinopathy screening intervals to 3–5 years may be safe under certain circumstances, potentially leading to reduced healthcare costs, and a lighter workload for medical professionals.

Findings from a cohort study have indicated that the risk for developing colorectal cancer is increased by up to 47% amongst patients with Type 2 diabetes. Read more.

The present study assessed the clinical histories of pre- and post-Type 2 Diabetes diagnoses with the aim of gaining insight into causes and trajectories for health-related conditions, such as cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders.

New research has identified a range of characteristics associated with an increased risk of sudden cardiac arrest in patients with Type 2 diabetes. However, it remains difficult to predict, especially in those without a history of cardiovascular disease.

Women with Type 2 diabetes face a higher mortality rate at a younger age than men, partly due to delayed diagnosis. A new study spotlights the need to reconsider T2D diagnosis criteria for pre-menopausal women under 50.

According to new research from Monash University, Melbourne, Australia, low-dose aspirin among older adults is associated with a 15% lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

People with later sleep and wake times are at a greater risk of developing diabetes than those with ‘early-bird’ sleep habits, according to new research from Harvard Medical School.

An increase of dementia cases may be due to the increasing global prevalence of Types 2 diabetes and obesity, as suggested by the results of meta-analyses linking diabetes and mid-life obesity to cognitive impairment and dementia.