A multinational study in the UK is investigating whether combined diabetes technology and structured education can help reverse impaired hypoglycaemia awareness, aiming to reduce severe episodes and improve quality of life for adults with long-term type 1 diabetes. A multinational…
While GLP-1 receptor agonists show significant promise in lowering blood sugar and aiding weight loss, real-world application faces hurdles like adherence and side effects, impacting overall effectiveness. GLP-1 medicines can cut blood sugar sharply in type 2 diabetes, but the…
Kidney Research UK and the Royal College of Nursing have launched a practical guide to help nurses identify and manage chronic kidney disease more effectively, with a focus on early detection and addressing health inequalities. Kidney Research UK and the…
Healthcare professionals are urged to adopt tailored, sensitive approaches to managing diabetes in transgender individuals, recognising unique hormonal and psychosocial factors impacting care and outcomes. Transgender people with diabetes often face extra obstacles in accessing care, and clinicians need to…
Deciding between peaches and bananas depends on your health priorities, with peaches offering lower blood sugar impact and bananas providing more potassium and fibre, according to recent expert comparisons. If you are choosing between a peach and a banana, the…
Beta Bionics expands beyond its flagship iLet pump with the FDA approval of Mint, a reusable patch pump, signalling a strategic shift towards a multi-device platform and advanced algorithms to ensure sustained growth in diabetes care. Beta Bionics is positioning…
A recent randomised controlled trial led by Foodsmart reveals that integrating nutrition counselling, medically tailored groceries and digital support can effectively lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes on Medicaid, highlighting the growing role of food-based interventions…
Recent insights highlight how avocados, low in carbohydrates and rich in fibre and unsaturated fats, can support blood sugar control when incorporated into balanced diets, though portion sizes remain important for energy intake. Avocado can sit comfortably in a diabetes-friendly…
A retrospective study from Trinidad and Tobago suggests that intraoperative triamcinolone may temporarily reduce postoperative macular thickening in diabetic patients undergoing cataract surgery, but benefits diminish over time, highlighting the need for further research and vigilant follow-up. Diabetic cataract patients…
A growing body of research highlights high discontinuation rates of semaglutide among adults, especially the elderly, driven by side effects, cost, and muscle health concerns. Strategies to ensure safe, sustained use are increasingly emphasised. A growing body of research suggests…
