Find practical information about diabetes treatment and management, including blood sugar monitoring, medications, lifestyle changes, complications and everyday diabetes care.
In a significant breakthrough, Novo Nordisk’s experimental drug CagriSema has demonstrated superior weight loss results compared to tirzepatide in late-stage trials, signalling a potential shift in the competitive landscape of metabolic disease treatments. Novo Nordisk said on Monday that its…
Endurance athletes are increasingly adopting continuous glucose monitors, typically used by diabetics, to optimise performance and recovery through real-time blood sugar data integration with wristwear and smartphones, sparking a new trend in fitness innovation. Continuous glucose monitors have moved well…
Parents in Zografou, Athens, are protesting against inadequate nursing cover for a diabetic pupil, highlighting a regional shortage of school nurses and raising concerns over student safety and emergency response preparedness. Parents in Zografou, west of Athens, have accused the…
A recent review uncovers how advanced glycation end products and tissue stiffening interplay to drive the relentless progression of diabetic retinopathy, highlighting potential targets beyond traditional treatments. Diabetic retinopathy remains one of the main causes of irreversible sight loss among…
A comprehensive analysis of federal survey data reveals that while GLP-1 drugs improve blood sugar and weight, they do not produce significant changes in mental health, employment, or marriage among adults with diabetes, challenging assumptions about their broader social benefits.…
Patients claiming vision loss after using blockbuster GLP-1 medications have filed lawsuits against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, amid ongoing scientific debate and regulatory reviews on the drugs’ potential link to a rare optic nerve disorder. Patients who say they…
A doctor at AIIMS emphasises that metabolic surgery may help some patients with stubborn type 2 diabetes achieve remission, but stresses it should be reserved for carefully selected cases with persistent high blood sugar despite medical treatment. Metabolic surgery may…
Samsung’s latest patent reveals a novel method for estimating blood glucose levels via wrist-worn devices, marking a significant step in the quest for non-invasive diabetes management, though practical challenges remain. Samsung’s latest patent points to another attempt to solve one…
The International Diabetes Federation’s formal recognition of type 5 diabetes, linked to undernutrition in young populations, challenges existing classifications and promises to reshape diagnosis and treatment worldwide. Taiwanese obesity medicine specialist Sun Ming-tsung says the medical community has reached an…
The rise of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy is disrupting traditional patterns of the ‘munchies’, leading to potential interactions with cannabis edibles, changes in demand for product formulations, and new challenges for users and retailers. Generations of cannabis users…
A woman with type 2 diabetes has chosen not to start Ozempic after expressing concerns about a rare but serious eye disorder linked to the medication, highlighting ongoing safety considerations for popular diabetes treatments. A woman with type 2 diabetes…
Regular foot screenings, whether at home or by healthcare professionals, are crucial in detecting early signs of nerve damage and circulation issues in diabetics, helping to prevent ulcers, infections, and amputations. A diabetic foot exam can reveal early signs of…
