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The identical active ingredient, tirzepatide, is marketed under different brands, Mounjaro and Zepbound, depending on their approved use for diabetes or weight loss, complicating access and pricing for patients. Mounjaro has become one of the most talked-about injections in medicine,…
BioAge Labs has begun a phase 2 study of BGE-102, an oral drug aimed at improving vision in patients with diabetic macular oedema, with top-line results expected in 2027 amid broader prospects for inflammatory eye diseases. BioAge Labs has started…
Medtronic reports strong fiscal first-quarter results driven by cardiovascular growth, plans a spin-off of its diabetes division, and invests heavily in innovative surgical technologies, signalling a significant strategic restructuring amidst market uncertainties. Jim Cramer used his September 8 “Mad Money”…
Abbott has enhanced its FreeStyle Libre platform in the UK by linking it with Insulet’s Omnipod 5 and introducing innovative dual glucose-ketone sensors, broadening options for diabetics using automated insulin systems. Abbott has expanded the reach of its FreeStyle Libre…
A Danish study highlights that diabetes treatments often remain unchanged during care home admissions, despite shifts in residents’ health status, raising concerns over personalised care for older adults with diabetes. A nationwide Danish study has found that diabetes treatment in…
Research from South Korea reveals women with type 2 diabetes experience more intense and numerous menopausal symptoms, highlighting the need for integrated health assessments during midlife. Women with type 2 diabetes may face a heavier menopausal burden than those without…
A recent policy roundtable in Manila highlighted the urgent need for a joined-up healthcare approach to address the rising burden of overlapping heart, kidney, and metabolic illnesses, with a focus on early detection and care coordination. Millions of Filipinos are…
A recent study reveals that a ketogenic diet may be more effective than the Mediterranean diet in reducing liver fat among individuals with obesity and prediabetes, highlighting diet composition’s role in managing fatty liver disease. A new clinical trial has…
As berberine gains online prominence as a natural alternative to metformin, experts emphasise the need for more comprehensive long-term data and personalised approach amidst broader metabolic assessment. Berberine has become a popular name in metabolic health, often promoted online as…
Ghanaian stakeholders call for practical, regulated approaches to reduce sugar intake and improve diets amid rising diabetes prevalence, emphasising industry cooperation and public health strategies. The Association of Ghana Industries has called for closer co-operation between government, business and other…
Understanding the factors that exacerbate diabetic nerve pain at night can help patients adopt targeted strategies, combining practical measures with medical advice to improve comfort and prevent complications. Night-time diabetic nerve pain is often less random than it feels. The…
A recent study reveals that implementing Lifestyle Redesign occupational therapy in primary care can significantly reduce healthcare costs and improve diabetes self-management, potentially yielding a 236% return on investment. A new randomized study in primary care patients with diabetes suggests…
