Personal diabetes stories and experiences that share real challenges, treatment journeys, lifestyle changes and valuable lessons from people living with diabetes.
Indian actor Manmeet Singh announced significant weight loss and claimed health improvements, but lack of clinical evidence and conflicting profiles leave questions about the accuracy of his self-reported health journey. Days before an Indian Express health feature picked up the…
A groundbreaking study indicates that type 1 diabetes may not be a single disease but two genetically and biologically distinct conditions, potentially transforming diagnosis and treatment approaches. Type 1 diabetes may need to be understood not as a single disorder…
Emerging research underscores the benefits and limitations of continuous glucose monitoring in pregnant women, emphasizing cautious use and the importance of clinical judgement amidst ongoing technological improvements. A finger-prick result in the normal range alongside a CGM reading in the…
A groundbreaking study demonstrates that disabling a single gene, ALDH3B2, can convert human pancreatic duct cells into insulin-producing beta-like cells, offering hope for more durable diabetes therapies. A single-gene intervention has pushed ordinary human pancreatic duct cells towards making insulin…
Recent studies reveal significant genetic heterogeneity within type 1 diabetes, indicating it could be a family of related disorders with different biological pathways, paving the way for more personalised diagnosis and treatments. Type 1 diabetes is beginning to look less…
Recent analysis suggests that while SGLT2 inhibitors remain vital in managing type 2 diabetes, certain patients face a heightened risk of life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis, prompting calls for closer monitoring. A new review of evidence suggests that sodium-glucose co-transporter 2, or…
Research from Queen Mary University of London highlights distinct health trajectories for men and women after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, underscoring the need for personalised treatment approaches to address mental health in women and cardiovascular risks in men. A…
A recent Yale-led study suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists do not significantly increase the likelihood of insulin cessation among type 2 diabetes patients compared to other common medications, raising questions about their role in insulin withdrawal strategies. A Yale-led study…
A closer look at how adjusting your shopping habits and meal plans can make a low-carb diet more affordable, without resorting to costly speciality products, guided by expert advice and common sense. Changing the way you eat can be far…
A study from Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital reveals that housing insecurity, age, smoking history and insurance status significantly influence the severity of diabetic retinopathy at initial diagnosis, highlighting the need for earlier social barrier identification in eye care. A…
A new study highlights that while diabetic patients achieve comparable visual acuity after cataract surgery, their retinas remain more susceptible to swelling and disease progression, emphasising the need for comprehensive retinal assessment and monitoring. Cataracts remain the world’s leading cause…
An international study predicts a 29% increase in people living with type 1 diabetes by 2049, driven more by better care and environmental factors than obesity, raising new concerns over its changing epidemiology. Type 1 diabetes is set to become…
