Diabetes

This hub delivers an in-depth, evidence-based exploration of diabetes mellitus, uniting authoritative articles on disease mechanisms, diagnosis, management, and prevention. Covering both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as well as rare and secondary forms, this collection provides readers with comprehensive information on risk factors, clinical presentation, complications, and the latest advances in research and technology. Topics include the impact of nutrition and lifestyle, pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies, monitoring strategies, acute and chronic complications, and innovative developments such as artificial pancreas systems and digital health tools. These resources also examine the psychosocial aspects of living with diabetes and offer practical guidance for both patients and healthcare professionals. Whether you seek foundational knowledge or current developments in diabetes care, this hub serves as a trusted, up-to-date reference.

Okra and Diabetes: What Research Says About Its Blood Sugar Control Effects

Emerging evidence from clinical and mechanistic studies reveals how okra’s natural compounds lower blood sugar, balance lipids, and support overall metabolic health in diabetes.

Epigenetic Mechanisms in Type 2 Diabetes

Supplements for Diabetes

What's Next for Semaglutide? Beyond Diabetes and Weight Loss

Does the 'Stomach Flu' Vaccine Prevent Type I Diabetes?

Is a Plant-Based Diet Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

Diabetic Retinopathy Risk Factors

Animals That Can Detect Hypoglycemia

What is Diabetic Nephropathy?

Diabetic Hypoglycemia Treatments

What is HbA1C Testing?

Diabetic Coma Severe Hypoglycemia

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Diabetic Foot Problems

History of Diabetes

How Does Semaglutide Work to Lose Weight?

COVID-19 and Diabetes

Harnessing the Power of AI: Predicting Diabetes Onset Before It Strikes

Does the Keto Diet Increase the Risk of Diabetes?

Bionic Advancements: The Next Generation of Insulin Delivery Devices

Effects of Hyperglycemia on the Vascular System

What is Diabetic Neuropathy?

Diabetes in Men

Diabetic Retinopathy Symptoms

Understanding MODY 5: A Rare Genetic Form of Diabetes

The Risks of Prediabetes

Vitamin D and Type 2 Diabetes

The Future of Diabetes Treatment

Causes of Foot Pain

Diabetic Retinopathy Diagnosis

Cause of Diabetic Coma

Diabetic Emergencies: What to Do

What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis?

Nonketotic Hyperosmolar Coma

Treatment and Prognosis for Diabetic Mastopathy

Navigating Insulin Pumps: Technology, Benefits, and What’s Next

The Impact of Glucagon on Diabetes Management

What Causes Diabetes?

Diabetes Types

Diabetes Screening

What is HbA1c?

Diabetic Mastopathy: Complication of Diabetes Mellitus

Red Blood Cell Morphology Changes in Diabetes

Diabetic Neuropathy Symptoms

Diabetic Neuropathy Diagnosis

Low Sugar Foods for Diabetes

Pins and Needles and Diabetes

What is a Diabetic Coma?

Diabetes and Skin Problems

Diabetic Neuropathy Pathogenesis

What are Nightmares and Why Do They Occur?

Diabetes and Mucormycosis

Diabetes Complications

Diabetes and Periodontitis

Diabetic Neuropathy Treatments

Diabetes and Pregnancy

Genetic Testing for Diabetes

Adiponectin and Diabetes

Can I reverse my prediabetes naturally

Diabetic Retinopathy Treatments

What is Diabetes?

Diabetic Coma Treatments

Diabetes Diagnosis

Diabetes Management

Walking After Meals: Small Habit, Big Metabolic Gains

Diabetes Symptoms

Artificial Pancreas Systems: The Future of Diabetes Management?

What Causes Diabetic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)?

Alcohol and Diabetes

How does Gestational Diabetes Affect the Baby?

Hypoglycemic Unawareness

Diabetes Risk Factors

Encapsulating Islet Cells for the Treatment of Diabetes

Semaglutide and Type 2 Diabetes: Efficacy, Safety, and Outcomes

Diabetic Nephropathy Treatment

Diabetic Hypoglycemia Etiology

Research into a Cure for Diabetes

Diabetic Ketoacidosis Causes

Diabetes Pathophysiology

Diabetes and Vision

Advanced Diabetic Ketoacidosis

What is Diabetic Hypoglycemia?

Diabetic Mastopathy Diagnosis

Diabetes and Sleep

Diabetic Nephropathy Symptoms

Diabetes in Men versus Women

Are Low Carbohydrate Diets Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

Diabetes and Wound Healing

What is Diabetic Retinopathy?

How Baking Soda Affects People with Type 2 Diabetes

Risks to Infants of Diabetic Mothers

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Stiff red blood cells drive sickle cell disease severity

A new breakthrough study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities could explain why patients with the same genetic sickle cell mutation experience different levels of pain, organ damage and response to treatment.

10 Feb 2026

Study reveals how inherited genetic abnormalities raise Barrett’s esophagus risk

Case Western Reserve University researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous condition that dramatically increases the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma, one of the fastest-spreading and deadliest forms of cancer.

10 Feb 2026

Early bone molecular changes signal osteoarthritis progression

Osteoarthritis often goes undetected until cartilage damage is advanced, limiting treatment options. A new study shows that molecular changes in subchondral bone occur earlier and can signal disease progression before cartilage loss.

10 Feb 2026

Type 2 diabetes and hypertension share a genetic link, study shows

Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure share a genetic link, new research from the University of Surrey, UK and the Université de Lille, France shows.

10 Feb 2026

Defective fat cells drive metabolic disease in lipodystrophy

Many people may have a dim view of their fat tissue, yet scientists have come to recognize adipose as a necessary and metabolically active organ, carrying out many vital functions within the body.

9 Feb 2026

Obesity drives one in ten infectious disease deaths

Just over one in 10 deaths from a wide range of infectious diseases can be attributed to obesity worldwide, finds a major new study led by a University College London (UCL) researcher.

9 Feb 2026

Tirzepatide shows dual benefits in sleep apnea trial improving metabolism and reducing inflammation

Tirzepatide significantly improved cardiometabolic risk markers in adults with obesity and moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in the SURMOUNT-OSA phase 3 trials. Mediation analyses suggest both weight loss and reduced sleep-disordered breathing contributed to improvements in inflammation, insulin resistance, lipids, and blood pressure.

9 Feb 2026

Obesity drives shared genetic risk behind many chronic disease combinations

The study uncovers obesity's genetic links to chronic diseases, offering insights into multimorbidity and the potential for targeted health interventions.

9 Feb 2026

Groundbreaking trial aims for precise dietary data collection

Scientists are recruiting adults from across the UK to take part in a groundbreaking trial to accurately track what they eat and drink in their daily lives.

9 Feb 2026

Most statin side effects are not backed by trials

Research indicates that many statin therapy side effects are not supported by evidence, suggesting a need for revised labeling to improve treatment decisions.

9 Feb 2026

Public health workers are quitting over assignments to Guantánamo

Rebekah Stewart, a nurse at the U.S. Public Health Service, got a call last April that brought her to tears. She had been selected for deployment to the Trump administration's new immigration detention operation at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba.

9 Feb 2026

AI stethoscope doubles detection of serious valve disease in primary care study

A prospective primary care study found that an AI-enabled digital stethoscope substantially improved sensitivity for detecting clinically significant valvular heart disease compared with standard auscultation. The technology identified more previously undiagnosed moderate-to-severe disease but showed reduced specificity, highlighting a trade-off between earlier detection and potential false positives.

8 Feb 2026

Optical tissue monitoring predicts dialysis-related fluid instability

For the millions of people living with end‑stage kidney disease, hemodialysis is more than a medical procedure, it is a thrice‑weekly lifeline that keeps the body's chemistry in balance.

7 Feb 2026

Investigational anti-clotting drug reduces risk of second ischemic stroke without bleeding concerns

An investigational anti-clotting medication, asundexian, demonstrated a reduction in the risk of a second ischemic (clot-caused) stroke without raising bleeding concerns, according to a preliminary late-breaking science presentation at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2026.

6 Feb 2026

Early biomarkers predict infections after breast reconstruction surgery

In the U.S., one in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime, and about half of them will have mastectomies.

5 Feb 2026

Large trials show statins rarely cause reported side effects

Cardiovascular disease results in around 20 million deaths worldwide and causes around a quarter of all deaths in the UK.

5 Feb 2026

Review highlights smarter medicine delivery as key to better adherence

Health system design plays a major role in medication adherence for chronic diseases, with delivery models influencing access, affordability, and continuity of care. Flexible, well-regulated dispensing systems that address structural barriers can improve long-term treatment outcomes across diverse populations.

5 Feb 2026

Inhibiting PTP1B protein improves memory in Alzheimer’s disease models

Alzheimer's disease is often measured in statistics: millions affected worldwide, cases rising sharply, costs climbing into the trillions.

5 Feb 2026

New report highlights a rare case of 5-fluorouracil-induced hyperammonemic encephalopathy

A new case report was published in Volume 12 of Oncoscience on December 23, 2025, titled "Silent toxicity: A rare case of 5-fluorouracil-induced hyperammonemic encephalopathy."

5 Feb 2026

Metformin linked to lower odds of intermediate macular degeneration in people with diabetes

A five-year image-based study in people with type 2 diabetes found metformin use was associated with lower odds of developing intermediate age-related macular degeneration. The observational findings suggest a potential protective link but do not establish causation and warrant prospective clinical trials.

4 Feb 2026