Recent trial data suggest finerenone could become one of the few drugs to address the long-standing treatment gap in kidney protection for type 1 diabetes, prompting cautious optimism among clinicians and a review of current guidelines. Finerenone, a non-steroidal mineralocorticoid…
A Swedish study reveals that long-term eye and kidney complications in childhood-onset type 1 diabetes follow different biological timelines, highlighting the need for personalised, lifelong surveillance and management strategies. A Swedish follow-up study has found that the burden of microvascular…
Research indicates that a brief walk after eating, especially after carbohydrate-rich meals, can reduce post-meal blood sugar levels, offering a simple and effective strategy to support metabolic health. A short walk after a meal may do more than settle the…
Brighton and Sussex Medical School has opened applications for a postgraduate certificate aimed at enhancing diabetes expertise among frontline clinicians, with flexible modules focused on diagnosis, treatment, and service improvement. Applications are open for a postgraduate certificate designed to deepen…
Jake Thompson, a Newfoundland-based puppeteer diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a child, leverages puppetry and advocacy to influence research funding and raise awareness across Canada, including a notable trip to Parliament Hill. Jake Thompson has turned a childhood fascination…
A study using advanced imaging techniques suggests that the elevated risk of bone fractures in those with type 2 diabetes is more complex than previously thought, highlighting the need for comprehensive fracture risk assessments in diabetes care. Type 2 diabetes…
The Greek Diabetes Society recommends moderation for adults with diabetes, highlighting the risks of hypoglycaemia and blood sugar fluctuations linked to alcohol intake. Alcohol is not forbidden for people with diabetes, but specialists say it should be treated with caution…
Salvaţi Copiii is fundraising for Romania’s inaugural integrated university clinic in Bucharest to improve care for children with diabetes, amid rising cases and complex treatment needs, aiming to serve over 1,500 young patients annually. Romania plans first integrated children’s diabetes…
Despite careful dieting, many still experience elevated blood sugar due to stress, inactivity, poor sleep and hormonal fluctuations. Experts highlight how emotional strain, illness, and early-morning hormones can disrupt glucose control, emphasising lifestyle factors beyond diet. Even people who are…
While juicing offers a quick way to boost micronutrient intake, experts warn it may compromise fibre intake, raise blood sugar levels, and impact gut health if not integrated thoughtfully into a broader diet. New research emphasises moderation and pairing with…
