Diabetes

Exercise shown to directly affect how the brain responds to insulin in new study.

Researchers have shown that sugary drink intake affects diabetes risk via gut microbiome.

Scientist develop new equation for detecting hyperfiltration that incorporates age but not body surface area.

A new study has confirmed that type 2 diabetes significantly increases the risk of major cardiovascular events, regardless of atherosclerosis severity.

Diabetes treatments linked to behavioural side effects in new research.

SGLT2 inhibitors significantly improves kidney health in a diverse group of Asian adults with Type 2 diabetes, study finds.

Continuous glucose monitors have been found to predict complications in patients with Type 1 diabetes.

Sotagliflozin offers significant benefits for individuals with Type 1 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, study finds.

New insights into gut receptors may offer new strategies to manage sugar intake.

Exploring the impact of ketogenic diets on metabolic health amongst patients with diabetes.

Intermittent fasting has been shown to be a safe method for weight loss, decreasing diabetes risk.

Cerebrovascular pathologic changes may not be linked to traditional cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, or hyperlipidaemia.

Research has found that oral medication is less effective than insulin for gestational diabetes.

New research shows impact of blood glucose-lowering medication on patients with diabetes.

Significant association found between the Children’s Dietary Inflammation Index (C-DII) and prediabetes among adolescents.

Research shows risks of eating after 5pm.

Promising therapeutic target for diabetic cardiomyopathy found.

Groundbreaking role for endocannabinoids in regulating food intake, energy use, and body weight found.

New trial highlights power of empathy in diabetes management.

Scientists create a revolutionary implantable device capable of monitoring protein levels in the body in real time.

Consuming dark chocolate linked to reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds.

Carrageenan, a widely used food additive, may worsen insulin resistance and inflammation in overweight individuals, a new study reveals, sparking concerns over its impact on metabolic health.

New study sheds light on relationship between vitamin D dose and Type 2 diabetes.

New factors found affecting glucose levels in Type 1 diabetes.

New research reveals a genetic predisposition to Type 2 diabetes amongst British Asian individuals.

A molecule known as LXA4 could serve as a potential treatment for heart disease caused by diabetes.

New understanding of the impact of gestational diabetes on infant growth revealed.

Novel findings pave the way for new diabetes treatments.

Study finds link between diabetes diagnosis at young age and dementia risk.

In 2023, semaglutide emerged as the top-selling drug in the USA, generating $13.8 billion in sales.

New research shows that diabetes rates have doubled to 800 million adults, but over half remain untreated.

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1) agonists, particularly semaglutide, could be effective in reducing alcohol-related hospitalisations.

The researchers found that overeating triggers a rapid increase in norepinephrine, a key stress hormone. This, in turn, over activates the sympathetic nervous system.

Limiting sugar intake during early life, including in utero, may significantly reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and hypertension in adulthood.

Meal timings may be linked to chronic health conditions, including increased risk of diabetes, amongst people who work night shifts.

Dysregulation of certain amino and fatty acids in late pregnancy could influence the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes

25-year-old woman with Type 1 diabetes in China has successfully undergone a stem-cell therapy that enabled her to produce her own insulin, reducing her reliance on injections.

Young people with obesity who underwent weight-loss surgery at age 19 or younger continued to see sustained weight loss 10 years later.

Obesity, defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation, has more than doubled among adults since 1990

A Japan-based team has made strides in improving non-invasive blood glucose monitoring technology, a timely development as diabetes rates rise globally.

Researchers at Cardiff University have developed an AI tool that could help detect signs of Type 1 diabetes in children before they experience dangerous complications.

A real-world study has found that SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists are more effective at reducing kidney complications in adults with Type 2 diabetes and moderate cardiovascular risk compared to DPP-4 inhibitors and sulfonylureas.

Gestational diabetes screening in low-income countries faces challenges due to the accessibility of oral glucose tolerance tests. A study suggests early-pregnancy HbA1c testing, could reduce OGTT reliance

Diabetes significantly raises the risk of non-ST segment myocardial infarction, with affected patients experiencing worse short- and long-term outcomes. Despite this, they often receive less invasive care.

A study shows that adolescents with prediabetes have a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes and adverse birth outcomes, highlighting the need for early intervention.

Study finds a plant-based diet and exercise outperform standard care in managing type 2 diabetes, improving glycaemic control and reducing medication use.

Diabetes has long been recognised as a risk factor for dementia, but new research reveals its connection to accelerated brain ageing

Circadian rhythm disruption has been strongly linked to the development of Type 2 diabetes.