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Type 2 diabetes at age 30 linked to shorter life expectancy

An individual diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 30 years could see their life expectancy fall by as much as 14 years, an international team of researchers has warned.

3 Oct 2023

Type 2 diabetes screening in Accident and Emergency departments could detect thousands of new cases

The introduction of screening for type 2 diabetes in Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments could uncover thousands of previously undiagnosed cases every year, suggests new research being presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Hamburg (2-6 Oct).

3 Oct 2023

Stem cell-derived islet cell therapy shows promise for type 1 diabetes

Six adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) treated with stem cell-derived islet cells (VX-880) have shown improved blood sugar control with three participants achieving insulin independence, according to new research being presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Hamburg (2-6 Oct).

3 Oct 2023

Study confirms effectiveness of Pooled Cohort Equation for assessing cardiovascular risk

A recent study based on real-world community patient data confirms the effectiveness of the Pooled Cohort Equation (PCE), developed by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology in 2013.

3 Oct 2023

Stereotactic radiation therapy offers new hope for older adults with inoperable kidney cancer

Older adults diagnosed with kidney tumors that are not suitable for surgery may benefit from targeted, high-dose radiation, a new study from Australian and Dutch researchers suggests.

3 Oct 2023

Study finds link between food insecurity and severe hypoglycemia

New research being presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2-6 Oct) has found that severe hypoglycemia is more than twice as common among adults with diabetes who struggle to afford food.

3 Oct 2023

Lower HbA1c threshold could lead to earlier diagnosis, treatment of type 2 diabetes in women under 50

New research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2-6 October) and published in the journal Diabetes Therapy suggests that the diagnosis threshold for type 2 diabetes (T2D) should be lowered in women aged under 50 years, since natural blood loss through menstruation could be affecting their blood sugar management.

3 Oct 2023

New hope for hispanic type 2 diabetes patients: pharmacist intervention cuts A1c levels

Researchers examined whether pharmacist-led interventions improved adherence to medications and guideline-concordant care based on changes in hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) levels and systolic blood pressure among Hispanic type 2 diabetes patients.

3 Oct 2023

Could seaweeds be the superfood and medicine of the future?

Researchers consolidate the diverse nutritional and medicinal benefits of seaweeds, touting their potential in food, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. The study also highlights challenges and opportunities in industrial applications, calling for more research to optimize extraction and refinement processes.

2 Oct 2023

Drink up but hold the sugar: Unsweetened coffee linked to weight loss, study reveals

A recent study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reveals that increasing the intake of unsweetened coffee, whether caffeinated or decaffeinated, is associated with reduced weight gain. Adding sugar to coffee, however, could negate these health benefits.

2 Oct 2023

Preterm birth risk highlighted in Stanford-led study on sleep and activity during pregnancy

Researchers developed series2signal, a novel, state-of-the-art prediction model that used wearable data from pregnant women to predict gestational age as a proxy for the progression of pregnancy and the likelihood of poor pregnancy outcomes, especially preterm birth, based on wearable-detected changes in maternal sleep quality and physical activity levels.

2 Oct 2023

Mogrify extends Series A financing to $46 million USD

Mogrify Limited (Mogrify®), a biopharmaceutical company transforming the lives of patients through a novel class of in vivo reprogramming therapies, announced today an additional $10 million USD closing of its Series A financing.

From Mogrify 2 Oct 2023

Ginger shows promise as a natural defense against autoimmune diseases

Comprehensive study reveals that whole ginger extracts have a significant impact on inhibiting neutrophil hyperactivity, a key factor in autoimmune diseases like APS and lupus. Consuming ginger for just a week showed promising results in both animal models and human trials, positioning it as a natural and affordable treatment option for a range of autoimmune disorders.

2 Oct 2023

Can catching some rays help you fight off type 2 diabetes?

Natural light exposure could help improve blood sugar control in individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study presented at the EASD meeting. The research suggests that natural daylight positively affects metabolic functions, potentially aiding in the treatment and prevention of metabolic diseases.

1 Oct 2023

Is long COVID triggering irritable bowel syndrome? Arizona study to investigate

The Arizona CoVHORT research study at the University of Arizona has received $3.2 million in funding to investigate the links between long COVID and gastrointestinal symptoms, specifically irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Led by epidemiologist Kristen Pogreba-Brown, the study aims to determine how COVID-19 impacts the incidence of IBS, offering potential benefits to millions affected by the ongoing pandemic.

1 Oct 2023

Could breastfeeding and delaying soda be the keys to lower childhood obesity rates?

New research presented at the EASD Annual Meeting suggests that breastfeeding for at least six months and delaying the introduction of soda until after 18 months can lead to lower body fat percentages in children at age nine. The study highlights the long-term impact of infant feeding choices on childhood obesity risk.

1 Oct 2023

Could plant-based phytonutrients be the secret weapon against obesity?

This comprehensive review in the journal Foods explores the therapeutic potential of phytonutrients in combating obesity. The paper delves into various plant-based compounds like polyphenols, alkaloids, and terpenoids, detailing their mechanisms of action in inhibiting fat accumulation, regulating metabolism, and even altering gut microbiota.

1 Oct 2023

UNH research seeks to quantify health outcomes based on food access, fiber intake and gut microbiota

The U.S. obesity epidemic continues to have profound impacts on individuals’ health and socioeconomic well-being

30 Sep 2023

Simple fingerprick blood test could help identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes

In 2019, there were almost 14 thousand diabetes-related deaths in the UK. That number looks set to rise. Britain currently has 4.3 million registered diabetics, but new analysis from London Medical Laboratory has revealed there are likely to be over one million Brits suffering from undiagnosed type 2 diabetes.

30 Sep 2023

Study shows consanguinity may raise risk of type 2 diabetes and other common diseases

A new study finds that consanguinity – unions between close relatives – may increase the risk of common diseases such as type 2 diabetes and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

30 Sep 2023

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Type 2 diabetes at age 30 linked to shorter life expectancy

Type 2 diabetes screening in Accident and Emergency departments could detect thousands of new cases

Stem cell-derived islet cell therapy shows promise for type 1 diabetes

Study confirms effectiveness of Pooled Cohort Equation for assessing cardiovascular risk

Stereotactic radiation therapy offers new hope for older adults with inoperable kidney cancer

Study finds link between food insecurity and severe hypoglycemia

Lower HbA1c threshold could lead to earlier diagnosis, treatment of type 2 diabetes in women under 50

New hope for hispanic type 2 diabetes patients: pharmacist intervention cuts A1c levels

Could seaweeds be the superfood and medicine of the future?

Drink up but hold the sugar: Unsweetened coffee linked to weight loss, study reveals

Preterm birth risk highlighted in Stanford-led study on sleep and activity during pregnancy

Mogrify extends Series A financing to $46 million USD

Ginger shows promise as a natural defense against autoimmune diseases

Can catching some rays help you fight off type 2 diabetes?

Is long COVID triggering irritable bowel syndrome? Arizona study to investigate

Could breastfeeding and delaying soda be the keys to lower childhood obesity rates?

Could plant-based phytonutrients be the secret weapon against obesity?

UNH research seeks to quantify health outcomes based on food access, fiber intake and gut microbiota

Simple fingerprick blood test could help identify millions of people with undiagnosed diabetes

Study shows consanguinity may raise risk of type 2 diabetes and other common diseases

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