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Diabetes complications linked to increased risk of colorectal cancer recurrence and death

Complications of diabetes can have numerous negative health effects, from impaired vision and nerve damage to kidney dysfunction and heart disease. In an analysis of information on adults with colorectal cancer, patients who also had diabetes-;particularly those with diabetic complications-;faced a higher risk of dying early.

24 Oct 2023

CT-measured VAT volume key in assessing diabetes risk in prediabetic individuals

Whether visceral obesity assessment in individuals with prediabetes could help predict the future risk of developing diabetes.

24 Oct 2023

Can strawberries mitigate Alzheimer's risk? Recent study suggests a possibility

Whether strawberry supplementation mitigates the risk for late-life dementia.

23 Oct 2023

Novel GLP-1 receptor agonists offer hope for long-lasting diabetes treatment

In a study published in Scientific Reports, researchers engineer long-lasting GLP-1 receptor agonists by fusing GLP-1 with an HSA-binding protein. These chimeric molecules show promise for the treatment of type 2 diabetes due to their stability, functionality, and high affinity for the GLP-1 receptor and human serum albumin.

22 Oct 2023

Hormone levels tied to metabolic health in obesity

Researchers investigate the relationship between obesity types and serum leptin (LEP) and adiponectin (ADP) levels, shedding light on metabolic differences in various obesity phenotypes. Their findings highlight correlations between adipokines, glucose utilization, lipid metabolism, and obesity-related metabolic disorders.

22 Oct 2023

Does adding sugar to coffee and tea impact your lifespan? 32-year study reveals surprising results

A study on Danish men found that adding sugar to tea and coffee did not significantly impact all-cause, cancer-related, or cardiovascular mortality risk over a 32-year follow-up period, challenging previous sugar consumption research's findings on adverse health outcomes.

22 Oct 2023

18 million British adults at risk of developing diabetes, analysis finds

New analysis from London Medical Laboratory has revealed up to 18 million UK adults could have prediabetes – which means they are on the verge of developing type 2 diabetes. That’s considerably higher than the 7 million figure that is usually quoted.

20 Oct 2023

Do peripheral artery disease risk factors impact men and women differently?

How major risk factors relate to hospitalization or mortality.

20 Oct 2023

Eating two servings of red meat per week may raise type 2 diabetes risk

People who eat just two servings of red meat per week may have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to people who eat fewer servings, and the risk increases with greater consumption, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

19 Oct 2023

Study compares two widely used statins for treating patients with coronary artery disease

Two widely used statins, rosuvastatin and atorvastatin, are equally effective at preventing heart attacks, strokes and death in people with coronary artery disease.

18 Oct 2023

Migrants face greater risk of inferior care for type 2 diabetes, Denmark study shows

A large, population-wide study of Denmark residents with type 2 diabetes shows that migrants typically face a greater risk of inferior care for their disease than native Danes, particularly when it comes to monitoring their disease and controlling biomarkers-; managing blood levels of key substances that are associated with diabetes.

18 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on how NAD+ levels decline with age in the ovaries, affecting fertility

A woman's fertility normally decreases by her late 30s with reproductive function eventually ceasing at menopause.

18 Oct 2023

Microscale device for eye implantation may be used in the treatment of diabetes

Researchers in Sweden have developed a microscale device for implantation in the eye, which presents new opportunities for cell-based treatment of diabetes and other diseases.

18 Oct 2023

Combining voice technology with AI can be a major step forward in diabetes detection

Determining whether a person is diabetic could be as easy as having them speak a few sentences into their smartphone, according to a groundbreaking study from Klick Labs that combines voice technology with artificial intelligence in a major step forward in diabetes detection.

18 Oct 2023

Oral diabetes and obesity meds danuglipron and orforglipron show promise but have gastrointestinal drawbacks

New orally-administered GLP-1 receptor agonists danuglipron and orforglipron show promise in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, according to a systematic review. While effective in glycemic control and weight reduction, these drugs come with gastrointestinal side effects that may lead to treatment discontinuation.

17 Oct 2023

Skyrocketing demand for weight-loss drugs prompts calls for informed prescribing

The study reveals a significant increase in the usage of GLP-1 receptor agonists, particularly Ozempic and Trulicity, for weight management and Type 2 diabetes in the U.S. from 2014 to 2022. Amidst rapid growth and shortages, the paper calls for evidence-based decision-making to ensure stable medication supply and effective treatment.

17 Oct 2023

Tirzepatide boosts weight loss in lifestyle intervention patients, but comes with a catch

In a groundbreaking 84-week-long study, researchers found that tirzepatide, a medication initially designed for treating type 2 diabetes, significantly bolstered weight loss in overweight and obese patients already on intensive lifestyle programs. While the drug showed promise in further reducing body weight and improving cardiometabolic factors, mild to moderate gastrointestinal side effects were the most common drawback.

16 Oct 2023

Type 2 Diabetes News and Research

Latest Type 2 Diabetes News and Research

Diabetes complications linked to increased risk of colorectal cancer recurrence and death

CT-measured VAT volume key in assessing diabetes risk in prediabetic individuals

Can strawberries mitigate Alzheimer's risk? Recent study suggests a possibility

Novel GLP-1 receptor agonists offer hope for long-lasting diabetes treatment

Hormone levels tied to metabolic health in obesity

Does adding sugar to coffee and tea impact your lifespan? 32-year study reveals surprising results

18 million British adults at risk of developing diabetes, analysis finds

Do peripheral artery disease risk factors impact men and women differently?

Eating two servings of red meat per week may raise type 2 diabetes risk

Study compares two widely used statins for treating patients with coronary artery disease

Migrants face greater risk of inferior care for type 2 diabetes, Denmark study shows

Study sheds light on how NAD+ levels decline with age in the ovaries, affecting fertility

Microscale device for eye implantation may be used in the treatment of diabetes

Combining voice technology with AI can be a major step forward in diabetes detection

Oral diabetes and obesity meds danuglipron and orforglipron show promise but have gastrointestinal drawbacks

Skyrocketing demand for weight-loss drugs prompts calls for informed prescribing

Tirzepatide boosts weight loss in lifestyle intervention patients, but comes with a catch

Diet drinks may affect blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and gut microbiome

Are migraines linked to gut health and chronic non-communicable diseases?

Study highlights ways to identify children at high risk of type 2 diabetes and prevention strategies

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

Type 2 Diabetes News and Research

Latest Type 2 Diabetes News and Research

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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