Prototype Developed for Ultrasonic Patch to Deliver Insulin
Engineers have developed a prototype for an ultrasound insulin delivery system that is about the size and weight of a matchbook that can be worn as a patch on the body.
Regeneration of Insulin-Producing Islets May Lead to Diabetes Cure
Cells from an unexpected source, the spleen, appear to develop into insulin-producing pancreatic islet cells in adult animals.
Cuts Taking Effect Within A Month Remove Access To Tools Doctors And Patients Need...
The cuts will leave many Maine adults living in poverty with no or inadequate coverage for vital care and medical supplies required to properly manage diabetes.
Weight Loss From a Fat Cell Hormone?
Researchers have established in an animal model that a hormone secreted by fat tissue acts in the brain to reduce body weight.
Seaweed Capsules May Lead to Injection-Free Diabetic Living
A microencapsulation method, developed by OIST researchers, offers hope to patients suffering from type 1 diabetes to return to a life free of insulin...
Diabetes and CABG Surgery: Arteries Lead to Better Outcomes
More diabetic patients survive when only arteries are used for bypasses during coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, according to new findings. Diabetic patients who undergo...
Diet and Exercise Dramatically Delay Type 2 Diabetes: Diabetes Medication Metformin Also Effective
At least 10 million Americans at high risk for type 2 diabetes can sharply lower their chances of getting the disease with diet and exercise, according to the findings of a major clinical trial.
Diabetes Medication May Help Slow Progression Of Artery Wall Thickening
A medication given to diabetics to improve their body's sensitivity to insulin also appears to slow the thickening of their artery walls, according to a study by JAMA.
Cardiovascular Risk in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes Linked Primarily to Insulin Resistance
According to a new study, youth with type 1 diabetes have now been found to have abnormal insulin resistance.
Study Shows That Diabetes Increases Risk of Blood Poisoning
A new study adds potentially fatal blood infections to the list of health risks from diabetes.
New Approach Targets Gut Hormone to Lower Blood Sugar Levels
A research team discovered a novel function of a hormone found in the gut that might potentially lower glucose levels in diabetes.
FDA Approves Eylea to Treat Diabetic Retinopathy and DME
Breakthrough therapy designation granted to Eylea for the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy with Diabetic Macular Edema. Eylea is administered by a physician once a...
Gestational Diabetes Risk Lowered with Healthy Diet in South Asian Women
A recent study highlights the importance of public health messaging to South Asian women who are considering pregnancy in an attempt to reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes.
Glucose Pulse Restores Normal Insulin Rhythm in Pancreas Cells
In a recent study, pulses of the sugar glucose restoreed normal insulin release in pancreas cells, which could shed light on loss of insulin...
Variations in Four Inflammatory Genes May Predispose Mexican Americans to Insulin Resistance
Although numerous studies have shown that low-grade inflammation is linked to heart disease and diabetes, more recent studies have shown that inflammation plays a role in insulin resistance, a syndrome that leads to diabetes and heart disease.
Surgery Better for Long-Term Type 2 Diabetes Control than Standard Therapy
New study compared the effectiveness of metabolic or bariatric surgery with standard diabetes treatments, along with wide range of outcomes, such as cholesterol, cardiovascular...
