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Blood filtration may offer new hope for removing microplastics from the body

Researchers report the first evidence that therapeutic apheresis, a blood-filtration technique, can remove microplastic- and nanoplastic-like particles from humans with ME/CFS. While promising, further studies are needed to quantify removal and assess clinical benefits.

21 May 2025

BMI changes in adolescence mediate the effect of air pollution on metabolic health

Changes in Body Mass Index (BMI) during adolescence play an important role in the association between air pollution exposure and insulin resistance, according to a new study led by investigators from the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

20 May 2025

Gut bacteria and genes jointly shape obesity risk, review reveals hidden links

Researchers examined the heritability of body mass index (BMI), highlighting that genetics and the gut microbiome both play major roles in obesity risk. The review emphasizes that maternal microbiome transmission and family environment may help explain “missing heritability” beyond known genetic factors.

20 May 2025

NIH researchers develop poly-metabolite score to measure ultra-processed food intake

For the first time, researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) identified patterns of metabolites in blood and urine that can be used as an objective measure of an individual's consumption of energy from ultra-processed foods.

20 May 2025

Most Americans back MMR vaccine as measles surges and misconceptions rise

A national survey shows that most Americans still support MMR vaccination for children, but public understanding of measles complications and vaccine facts is declining. Despite a sharp rise in measles cases, misconceptions about vaccine risks and autism persist.

20 May 2025

Nanozymes offer promise for treating inflammation during pregnancy

Special care must be taken with illnesses during pregnancy, as not all drugs are compatible for mother and child.

20 May 2025

Residual inflammation can linger in psoriasis patients despite skin treatment

New research shows that in patients with psoriasis, even though their skin responds well to treatment with biologics, inflammation can linger, leading to broader health implications such as obesity and cardiovascular and fatty liver disease.

20 May 2025

Combination of two drugs shows promise in treating B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia

A combination of two drugs could improve outcomes and reduce the need for toxic chemotherapy for B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL), the commonest cancer in childhood and one that can be particularly difficult to treat in older patients, according to Cambridge scientists.

20 May 2025

Diabetes drug shows potential in slowing prostate cancer progression

A drug used to treat type 2 diabetes may also be effective in slowing the progression of prostate cancer.

20 May 2025

How the Trump administration aims to slash health care spending

Health care has proved a vulnerable target for the firehose of cuts and policy changes President Donald Trump ordered in the name of reducing waste and improving efficiency.

20 May 2025

Including dessert in diet plans helps reduce cravings and maintain weight loss

Food cravings are the downfall of many dieters, who feel locked in an eternal battle with their willpower to resist the tempting sweets, snacks and other foods they love.

19 May 2025

Personality traits influence risk and persistence of insomnia

A study conducted at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil examined the influence of personality traits on the development and perpetuation of insomnia and found that there is a direct relationship between the two.

19 May 2025

Acetate and gut bacteria work together to reduce obesity in mice

Researchers led by Hiroshi Ohno at the RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences (IMS) in Japan have discovered a new way to reduce obesity.

19 May 2025

Red blood cells drive blood vessel damage in diabetes by exporting toxic vesicles

Red blood cell-derived extracellular vesicles in type 2 diabetes are actively taken up by the endothelium, transferring the enzyme arginase-1 and triggering oxidative stress. This mechanism helps explain vascular complications in diabetes and offers new targets for therapeutic intervention.

19 May 2025

Study explores impact of overlapping conditions on heart failure outcomes in older adults

Heart failure represents one of the most significant global health challenges, affecting millions worldwide and requiring subsequent hospitalization for many patients due to complications.

19 May 2025

Housing, nutrition in peril as Trump pulls back Medicaid social services

During his first administration, President Donald Trump's top health officials gave North Carolina permission to use Medicaid money for social services not traditionally covered by health insurance.

19 May 2025

Waist-to-height ratio emerges as strong predictor of heart failure risk

Waist-to-height ratio predicts heart failure incidence, according to research presented today at Heart Failure 2025, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).

18 May 2025

Many heart failure patients miss out on life saving specialist care

If you have cancer, you expect to see an oncologist, but if you have heart failure you may or may not see a cardiologist.

18 May 2025

Skipping breakfast and losing sleep: Are US girls sacrificing health to slim down?

More than half of US adolescent girls want to lose weight, even those with a healthy BMI. Many pursue weight loss while adopting habits like skipping breakfast, poor sleep, and increased screen time, highlighting a need for better health interventions.

18 May 2025

Diabetes paradox: Rising diabetes prevalence poses a growing threat to the labor market

Advances in medical technology over the last 30 years have made it easier to detect and treat diabetes, leading to significant health improvements in people with the disease.

18 May 2025

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Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Blood filtration may offer new hope for removing microplastics from the body

BMI changes in adolescence mediate the effect of air pollution on metabolic health

Gut bacteria and genes jointly shape obesity risk, review reveals hidden links

NIH researchers develop poly-metabolite score to measure ultra-processed food intake

Most Americans back MMR vaccine as measles surges and misconceptions rise

Nanozymes offer promise for treating inflammation during pregnancy

Residual inflammation can linger in psoriasis patients despite skin treatment

Combination of two drugs shows promise in treating B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Diabetes drug shows potential in slowing prostate cancer progression

How the Trump administration aims to slash health care spending

Including dessert in diet plans helps reduce cravings and maintain weight loss

Personality traits influence risk and persistence of insomnia

Acetate and gut bacteria work together to reduce obesity in mice

Red blood cells drive blood vessel damage in diabetes by exporting toxic vesicles

Study explores impact of overlapping conditions on heart failure outcomes in older adults

Housing, nutrition in peril as Trump pulls back Medicaid social services

Waist-to-height ratio emerges as strong predictor of heart failure risk

Many heart failure patients miss out on life saving specialist care

Skipping breakfast and losing sleep: Are US girls sacrificing health to slim down?

Diabetes paradox: Rising diabetes prevalence poses a growing threat to the labor market

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