Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

New glucose binding molecule could be key to better metabolic control for diabetics

Scientists from the University of Bristol have designed a new synthetic glucose binding molecule platform that brings us one step closer to the development of the world's first glucose-responsive insulin which, say researchers, will transform the treatment of diabetes.

19 Nov 2018

Receptor structure could be key to developing new osteoporosis drugs

Researchers at the University of Zurich have determined the three-dimensional structure of a receptor that controls the release of calcium from bones. The receptor is now one of the main candidates for developing new drugs to treat osteoporosis.

19 Nov 2018

Shoulder ultrasounds could be used to predict diabetes

Researchers have shown that it may be possible to use ultrasound scans of a muscle in the shoulder to predict diabetes.

19 Nov 2018

Study reveals impact of residual inflammatory risk on clinical outcomes after PCI

Patients who have persistently high levels of inflammation following percutaneous coronary intervention for coronary artery disease are significantly more likely to die from any cause or to have a heart attack within a year, according to a study of 7,026 patients published in the European Heart Journal.

19 Nov 2018

Insilico Medicine to introduce 'Cure a disease in a year' program at Biodata World Congress 2018

Insilico Medicine, a Rockville-based company developing the end-to-end drug discovery and real world evidence pipeline utilizing the next generation artificial intelligence, will present its research and introduce the "Cure a disease in a year" program at the World's leading congress for big data in precision medicine - Biodata World Congress 2018.

19 Nov 2018

Urine test to check if patients take their medications will save the NHS money, say researchers

A research team led by scientists and doctors in Leicester and the Netherlands has shown that a urine test to measure whether patients are taking their medications will save the NHS money.

19 Nov 2018

Experts debate over whether gut or brain is more important in regulating appetite

Whether gut or brain hormones are more important for the regulation of appetite and metabolism is not clearly defined. Imbalances in the control of appetite and metabolism can lead to obesity and diabetes, which have a negative impact on people's health and healthcare costs.

19 Nov 2018

Workplace bullying or violence linked to higher risk of cardiovascular problems

People who are bullied at work or experience violence at work are at higher risk of heart and brain blood vessel problems, including heart attacks and stroke, according to the largest prospective study to investigate the link, which is published in the European Heart Journal today (Monday).

18 Nov 2018

Static and dynamic physical activities offer varying protection against heart disease

While it is well known that physical activity is important for heart health, neither research nor recommendations consistently differentiate between the benefits of different types of physical activity.

17 Nov 2018

Obesity significantly increases risk of Type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease

A Cleveland Clinic genetic analysis has found that obesity itself, not just the adverse health effects associated with it, significantly increases the risk of Type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease. The paper was published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association Network Open.

17 Nov 2018

Long term exposure to road traffic noise linked with greater obesity risk

Long term exposure to road traffic noise is associated with increased risk of obesity. This was the conclusion of a study involving the participation of the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, a research center supported by the "la Caixa" Banking Foundation. The study has been published in Environment International.

16 Nov 2018

New shoe insole technology could help diabetic ulcers heal better while walking

Diabetes can lead to ulcers that patients don't even feel or notice until the sight of blood. And because ulcers can't heal on their own, 14 to 24 percent of diabetics in the U.S. who experience them end up losing their toes, foot or leg.

16 Nov 2018

Non-coding genetic variant plays key role in endothelial function and disease incidence

Atherosclerotic disease, the slow and silent hardening and narrowing of the arteries, is a leading cause of mortality worldwide. It is responsible for more than 15 million deaths each year, including an estimated 610,000 people in the United States.

15 Nov 2018

New clinical algorithm to help individuals manage type 2 diabetes when fasting during Ramadan

NUS researchers have developed a clinical algorithm (flowchart) for individuals in Singapore with type 2 diabetes to manage their diabetic condition when they fast during Ramadan.

15 Nov 2018

Parents and carers of people with diabetes experience emotional or mental health problems

Research from Diabetes UK has found that – alongside those living with the condition – parents and carers of children and adults with diabetes experience emotional or mental health problems.

15 Nov 2018

Mylan and Biocon launch new insulin glargine biosimilar in the UK

Mylan N.V. and Biocon Ltd. today announced the UK launch of Semglee (Insulin Glargine solution for injection in pre-filled pen) 100 units/mL, an approved biosimilar of reference insulin glargine.

From Viatris Inc. 15 Nov 2018

Researchers find no link between 'allergy friendly' dogs and lower risk of asthma

Growing up with dogs is linked to a lower risk of asthma, especially if the dogs are female, a new study from Karolinska Institutet and Uppsala University in Sweden shows. However, the researchers found no relation between 'allergy friendly' breeds and a lower risk of asthma. The study is published in the journal Scientific Reports.

15 Nov 2018

Expert suggests ways to control uncomfortable vaginal symptoms in diabetic women

With approximately 9.7 million women in the U.S. suffering with diabetes and almost 50 million U.S. adults with prediabetes, most of the women are experiencing uncomfortable vaginal symptoms like recurrent yeast and bacterial infections, vaginal dryness, reduced sexual interest, and painful intercourse that can adversely affect quality of life.

15 Nov 2018

Collection of demonstration projects highlights value of patient engagement in research

Does engaging patients in research projects improve health? A comprehensive collection of 17 innovative demonstration projects -- from youth involvement in mental health services to suicide prevention, Indigenous health, children with complex medical needs and more -- highlights the value of patient engagement in research.

15 Nov 2018

Inhibition of prostaglandin E2 enhances ability to combat infectious colitis

The treatment of intestinal infections caused by some strains of the bacterium Escherichia coli, present in unsanitized or contaminated foods, may have a new ally.

15 Nov 2018

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

New glucose binding molecule could be key to better metabolic control for diabetics

Receptor structure could be key to developing new osteoporosis drugs

Shoulder ultrasounds could be used to predict diabetes

Study reveals impact of residual inflammatory risk on clinical outcomes after PCI

Insilico Medicine to introduce 'Cure a disease in a year' program at Biodata World Congress 2018

Urine test to check if patients take their medications will save the NHS money, say researchers

Experts debate over whether gut or brain is more important in regulating appetite

Workplace bullying or violence linked to higher risk of cardiovascular problems

Static and dynamic physical activities offer varying protection against heart disease

Obesity significantly increases risk of Type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease

Long term exposure to road traffic noise linked with greater obesity risk

New shoe insole technology could help diabetic ulcers heal better while walking

Non-coding genetic variant plays key role in endothelial function and disease incidence

New clinical algorithm to help individuals manage type 2 diabetes when fasting during Ramadan

Parents and carers of people with diabetes experience emotional or mental health problems

Mylan and Biocon launch new insulin glargine biosimilar in the UK

Researchers find no link between 'allergy friendly' dogs and lower risk of asthma

Expert suggests ways to control uncomfortable vaginal symptoms in diabetic women

Collection of demonstration projects highlights value of patient engagement in research

Inhibition of prostaglandin E2 enhances ability to combat infectious colitis

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How electrical engineering ensures accurate calibration and patient safety

Diabetes News and Research

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