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A novel study in southern China uncovers interconnected symptom patterns in hospitalised patients with type 2 diabetes, highlighting five core symptom clusters and potential implications for comprehensive care. A new network analysis of hospitalised patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus…
A Vietnamese man with longstanding diabetes suffered a severe foot infection after soaking his feet in herbal water, highlighting dangers of unproven home remedies and stressing the importance of proper wound care for diabetics. A 66-year-old man with long-running type…
A recent study from Oman reveals how different tools for assessing medication adherence yield varying results, impacting patient support strategies in diabetes management. Medication adherence remains a stubborn weak point in chronic disease care, and the stakes are high. The…
Scientists discover that metformin’s glucose-lowering effects may involve direct action in the brain, opening prospects for more targeted diabetes treatments. Scientists say a common diabetes medicine may do more than work through the liver and gut. A Baylor College of…
Experts highlight that combining resistance exercises and sufficient protein intake is essential for maintaining muscle mass in individuals using GLP-1 medications for weight loss, ensuring better long-term health outcomes. People using GLP-1 medication to lose weight are often told to…
As prolonged sitting becomes recognised as a serious health threat, experts advocate for regular activity throughout the day to mitigate risks linked to inactivity, beyond traditional gym routines. Sitting for long stretches is increasingly being treated as a health risk…
Emerging research shows that the kidneys play a crucial role in glucose management, influencing blood sugar levels before diabetes develops. Recognising this could transform prevention strategies and support holistic metabolic health. Blood sugar control is usually framed as a story…
Egyptian parliamentarians call for clarity on the safety and efficacy of locally produced insulin as the country aims to boost domestic drug manufacturing while ensuring quality standards for life-saving medicines. Ahmed Bilal Al-Berlasi, a member of Egypt’s House of Representatives…
Meant launches a LegitScript-certified telehealth platform offering GLP-1 weight-care treatments, incorporating proprietary coaching and supplement kits amid rising demand and regulatory scrutiny in obesity management. Meant has entered the crowded GLP-1 weight-care market with a telehealth platform built around LegitScript…
Vivani Medical completes dosing in all 20 participants in its SLIM-1 trial of the NPM-139 implant ahead of schedule, signalling a crucial step towards its anticipated 2026 readout, coupled with a strategic partnership with Novo Nordisk to evaluate long-acting GLP-1…
Emerging treatments and evolving perspectives are shifting the management of chronic kidney disease from isolated control towards a comprehensive cardiovascular-metabolic approach, highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary care and recent pharmacological advances. In a field long dominated by blood pressure control…
The rise of compounded GLP-1 medicines offers a cheaper option for weight-loss, but safety concerns are mounting due to lack of regulation, dosing errors, and quality issues, prompting calls for stricter oversight and informed patient choices. Compounded GLP-1 medicines have…
