Dr Keith Runyan, an experienced physician living with autoimmune diabetes, shares his detailed monthly account of maintaining blood glucose stability through a personalised low-carbohydrate, ketogenic approach, sparking renewed debate on its role in type 1 diabetes care. Keith Runyan, a…
Effective support for children with type 1 diabetes in schools hinges on comprehensive planning, staff training, and personalised accommodations to navigate unpredictable mealtimes and daily challenges. Children with type 1 diabetes can make school work, but the term “work” matters.…
Research from Australia indicates that common diabetes drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists could improve lung capacity and metabolic outcomes in adults with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes, though larger studies are needed. GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines, which are already widely used for…
While honey is often viewed as a healthier alternative to sugar due to its trace nutrients and antioxidants, experts highlight that both are largely processed similarly by the body. The key distinction lies in the use of honey for cough…
Research from Uganda indicates that adults over 40 on dolutegravir-based antiretroviral therapy face increased risks of hyperglycaemia, prompting calls for targeted glucose monitoring amidst expanding HIV treatment in Africa. In a retrospective cohort from Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital in southwestern…
Patricia Isela Regalado highlights the crucial role of health literacy in improving diabetes management among Hispanic adults in the US, emphasising culturally tailored education and community support to bridge gaps and reduce risks. Patricia Isela Regalado’s article for My American…
A Danish study reveals that unemployed and retired adults with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease are less likely to receive recommended glucose-lowering treatments, highlighting ongoing disparities in healthcare access. A large Danish registry study has found that adults with…
Research suggests that insulin resistance may play a key role in Alzheimer’s development, sparking renewed interest in the metabolic links between diabetes and neurodegeneration despite the term ‘Type 3 diabetes’ remaining unofficial. Researchers are increasingly examining whether Alzheimer’s disease may…
The Diabetic Foot Society of India calls for an international alliance to improve survival and reduce amputations in diabetic foot disease, highlighting its comparable mortality to some cancers and emphasising a need for strategic global action. The Diabetic Foot Society…
Experts highlight that blurred vision, often dismissed as tiredness or screen fatigue, can be an early sign of diabetes. Regular eye checks could help detect the disease before irreversible damage occurs. A subtle change in vision should not be dismissed,…
