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Scientists Find Protein That Could Stop Diabetic Blindness
Health & WellnessMar 8

Scientists Find Protein That Could Stop Diabetic Blindness

Researchers discovered that blocking a single protein prevented diabetic eye damage in mice before it could start. The finding could help protect vision in millions of people with diabetes before symptoms ever appear.

Health Daily3 min read
Insulin Inhaler Shows Promise for Type 1 Diabetes
Health & WellnessJun 7

Insulin Inhaler Shows Promise for Type 1 Diabetes

A groundbreaking insulin inhaler could soon spare millions of Type 1 diabetes patients from daily injections. The medical breakthrough offers new hope for easier diabetes management.

Google News - Medical Breakthrough2 min read
Century-Old Drug Cuts Insulin Needs 12% for Type 1 Diabetics
Health & WellnessApr 16

Century-Old Drug Cuts Insulin Needs 12% for Type 1 Diabetics

A cheap diabetes drug that's been around for 100 years is helping people with type 1 diabetes use significantly less insulin each day. Scientists are now racing to understand why it works so they can help even more patients.

Health Daily3 min read
New Diabetes Drug Cuts Blood Sugar 2x, Weight Loss 4x
Health & WellnessJun 7

New Diabetes Drug Cuts Blood Sugar 2x, Weight Loss 4x

A groundbreaking triple-action weekly injection helped people with type 2 diabetes lose more than four times the weight of standard treatment while dramatically improving blood sugar control. The drug works differently than existing medications by targeting three hormones instead of one or two.

Google News - Business2 min read
Mom of 4 Wears Diabetes Devices Proudly at Miss Universe
Community HeroesFeb 26

Mom of 4 Wears Diabetes Devices Proudly at Miss Universe

Stephanie Atkinson became one of the first Miss Universe Canada finalists to openly wear an insulin pump and glucose monitor on stage. Her journey from a near-fatal misdiagnosis to fierce advocate is changing how we see Type 1 diabetes in adults.

Google News - Canada Breakthrough3 min read
Diabetes Group Apologizes After Ejecting 5 Scientists
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Diabetes Group Apologizes After Ejecting 5 Scientists

The American Diabetes Association issued a full apology after police removed five leading diabetes researchers from its annual conference for handing out an editorial they wrote. The researchers are now invited back, and the organization is conducting an independent review.

Ars Technica Science2 min read
Diabetes Wound Healing Breakthrough Found by Swedish Scientists
InnovationFeb 13

Diabetes Wound Healing Breakthrough Found by Swedish Scientists

Researchers in Sweden discovered a protective molecule that could transform treatment for diabetic foot ulcers, wounds that heal slowly and often lead to amputation. The finding offers new hope for millions living with diabetes worldwide.

Medical Xpress3 min read
African Foods Fight Diabetes With Anti-Inflammatory Power
Health & WellnessFeb 13

African Foods Fight Diabetes With Anti-Inflammatory Power

Scientists discover traditional African foods like caterpillars, jute mallow, and finger millet contain powerful compounds that reduce inflammation and help manage diabetes. These underutilized indigenous foods could transform treatment for 830 million people worldwide living with diabetes.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
Traditional African Foods May Help Manage Diabetes
Health & WellnessFeb 15

Traditional African Foods May Help Manage Diabetes

Indigenous African foods like jute mallow, caterpillars, and finger millet contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds that could help manage type 2 diabetes. Researchers analyzed 46 studies and found these underutilized foods offer hope as nutritional therapy for the 830 million people living with diabetes worldwide.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Lilly's New Diabetes Drug: 15% Weight Loss in 40 Weeks
Health & WellnessMar 19

Lilly's New Diabetes Drug: 15% Weight Loss in 40 Weeks

A new diabetes treatment from Eli Lilly helped patients lose 15% of their body weight while improving blood sugar control, potentially becoming the most effective weight loss diabetes drug yet. The results offer hope for millions who struggle to shed pounds while managing their condition.

STAT News2 min read
4 Minutes of Daily Exercise Helps Control Type 2 Diabetes
Health & WellnessMay 28

4 Minutes of Daily Exercise Helps Control Type 2 Diabetes

People with Type 2 diabetes improved their blood sugar control with just four one-minute bursts of activity throughout the day. This simple "exercise snack" approach makes managing diabetes more accessible than ever.

Google News - Health2 min read
First Type 1 Diabetes Treatment in 100 Years Approved
Health & WellnessMay 27

First Type 1 Diabetes Treatment in 100 Years Approved

Australia just approved the first new type 1 diabetes therapy since insulin was discovered over a century ago. The treatment can delay disease progression by an average of two years, giving families precious time before daily insulin begins.

Google: new treatment approved3 min read
New Drug Helps Diabetics Lose 37 Pounds in Study
Health & WellnessMar 19

New Drug Helps Diabetics Lose 37 Pounds in Study

A breakthrough medication called retatrutide helped people with type 2 diabetes lose an average of nearly 37 pounds while controlling their blood sugar in just 40 weeks. The drug represents a new era in treating diabetes and obesity, giving doctors more tools to help patients live healthier lives.

Scientific American2 min read
UCF Wins $747K Grant for New Diabetic Nerve Pain Therapy
Health & WellnessFeb 27

UCF Wins $747K Grant for New Diabetic Nerve Pain Therapy

Scientists at the University of Central Florida are developing a groundbreaking treatment for diabetic neuropathy that could help millions avoid relying on opioids and antidepressants. A $747,000 federal grant will fund research into regulating nerve signals instead of just masking pain.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Century-Old TB Vaccine May Cut Insulin Needs for Diabetics
Health & Wellness4d ago

Century-Old TB Vaccine May Cut Insulin Needs for Diabetics

A tuberculosis vaccine developed 100 years ago is showing promise in helping people with type 1 diabetes use less insulin and maintain better blood sugar control. While more research is needed, the results offer new hope for the 2 million Americans living with this challenging autoimmune disease.

Live Science2 min read
Type 1 Diabetes Study: All 12 Patients Now Insulin-Free
Health & WellnessJun 8

Type 1 Diabetes Study: All 12 Patients Now Insulin-Free

A groundbreaking clinical trial has freed all 12 Type 1 diabetes patients from daily insulin injections, with most achieving normal blood sugar in just 60 days. The combination of transplanted islet cells and a new drug called Tegoprubart could transform life for millions.

Google News - Disease Cure3 min read
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Health & WellnessMay 19

Mediterranean Diet Slashes Diabetes Risk by 31%

A six-year study of nearly 5,000 adults found that combining a Mediterranean diet with modest calorie cuts, regular walking, and weight loss coaching prevented diabetes in 31% more people than diet alone. For every 100 people who followed the program, three avoided developing type 2 diabetes.

Health Daily3 min read
New Heart Treatment Cuts Diabetes Death Risk by 61%
Health & WellnessJan 20

New Heart Treatment Cuts Diabetes Death Risk by 61%

Researchers in Hong Kong discovered that combining advanced imaging with a diabetes drug slashes heart death rates for high-risk patients. The breakthrough offers new hope for millions living with both diabetes and heart disease.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Bariatric Surgery Beats Diabetes Drugs Across All Incomes
Health & WellnessJan 20

Bariatric Surgery Beats Diabetes Drugs Across All Incomes

A 12-year study across four U.S. cities found bariatric surgery outperforms even the latest diabetes medications for weight loss and blood sugar control, regardless of patients' income levels. The findings offer new hope for the millions managing type 2 diabetes, especially those facing financial hardships.

Google News - Health3 min read
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Cuts Carbon Emissions by 67%
Health & WellnessJan 21

Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Cuts Carbon Emissions by 67%

A groundbreaking UK study reveals that stopping pre-diabetes through simple lifestyle changes could slash healthcare's carbon footprint by two-thirds while adding six years to people's lives. The findings show that preventing and managing diabetes properly isn't just good for patients—it's essential for reaching climate goals.

Medical Xpress3 min read

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