Diabetes News

High variation in HbA1c raises risk of depression in the elderly

Fri, 23 Jun 2017

A study has found that elderly people with type 2 diabetes face a higher risk of depression if their HbA1c results vary quite widely. The research team included researchers from Te...Read More

Teenager with type 1 diabetes sent home for wearing shorts

Thu, 22 Jun 2017

A teenager with type 1 diabetes is speaking out after being sent home from school because he was wearing shorts during the heatwave. Callum O'Hara, who is currently taking his A-le...Read More

Beta cell survival boosting protein could slow down onset of type 1 diabetes

Thu, 22 Jun 2017

A new study has discovered a protein responsible for boosting the survival rate of beta cells that shows promise to slow the onset of type 1 diabetes in animals and humans. Resear...Read More

Review assesses best treatments for osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes

Thu, 22 Jun 2017

The combination of osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes has been the focus of a recent study review in Greece. Osteoporosis occurs when bones become less dense and are more likely to f...Read More

New bionic pancreas trial shows glucagon infusion to be successful in preventing hypos

Thu, 22 Jun 2017

A new trial of the iLet, known as the bionic pancreas, has shown successful results in preventing hypoglycemia in people with type 1 diabetes. The iLet is the brainchild of Edward ...Read More

Insulin in the brain plays key role in feeding behaviour, new study finds

Wed, 21 Jun 2017

A new study has found that insulin in the brain helps regulate hunger and affects several important cognitive functions. Alterations of insulin's functional activities within the ...Read More

Researchers call for paradigm shift in treating type 2 diabetes

Wed, 21 Jun 2017

Existing type 2 diabetes medications that lower blood sugar levels can also reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke, researchers have found. The results from four different stud...Read More

Poor sleep could raise HbA1c levels in teenagers with type 1 diabetes

Wed, 21 Jun 2017

Young people with type 1 diabetes who have poor sleeping habits could be at risk of increased HbA1c levels, a new study has suggested. The German study was developed so researchers...Read More

First patient treated as Australian trial tests new antibody in type 1 diabetes

Wed, 21 Jun 2017

A Swiss pharmaceutical company has announced the first patient has been treated in its new type 1 diabetes trial. GeNeuro, based in Geneva, is testing its phase IIa study of GNbAC1...Read More

Pioneering drug selection software helps find potential type 2 diabetes treatments

Tue, 20 Jun 2017

A major artificial intelligence biopharmaceutical company called twoXAR has demonstrated a new approach for selecting type 2 diabetes drugs which could be of huge future significan...Read More

Gut microbiome changes linked to numerous biomarkers of type 2 diabetes

Tue, 20 Jun 2017

A new study has identified links between alterations in gut microbial populations and multiple markers of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Changes to the gut microbiome and its associa...Read More

Positive findings in type 1 diabetes glucagon-blocking drug study

Tue, 20 Jun 2017

A single dose of a glucagon-blocking drug has been found to significantly improve blood sugar levels in people with type 1 diabetes, researchers say. REMD-477, which is a human ant...Read More

High PCSK9 levels could affect blood sugar control in type 1 diabetes

Tue, 20 Jun 2017

Youngsters with type 1 diabetes have higher levels of PCSK9, which correlated with higher HbA1c levels, research suggests. These levels of PCSK9 were also shown to be higher in g...Read More

High intensity exercise gives beta cells new strength, study finds

Mon, 19 Jun 2017

A small pilot study has found that six weeks of a high intensity training called CrossFit helped people with type 2 diabetes regain beta cell function and reduce their body fat. R...Read More

Finnish study examines links between type 1 diabetes and asthma

Mon, 19 Jun 2017

New light has been shed on the association between type 1 diabetes and asthma by an international study. The two conditions have been linked by previous studies but now research fr...Read More

Type 2 diabetes prevention drive expanded by NHS England

Mon, 19 Jun 2017

A national campaign to help prevent people from developing type 2 diabetes has been extended. The NHS England initiative, which is targeting people at high risk of the condition, w...Read More

Hybrid-closed loop insulin system safe and effective for children with type 1 diabetes

Mon, 19 Jun 2017

A team of Stanford University researchers have shown a hybrid closed-loop insulin system can effectively control type 1 diabetes in children. The system, which is a near-artificial...Read More

NHS to announce further details on diabetes healthcare funding

Fri, 16 Jun 2017

Health teams across England will find out on Friday how £44m which has been set aside for diabetes care will be spent. According to The Diabetes Times, NHS England will also ...Read More

Researchers highlight focus on remission in treating diabetic foot ulcers

Fri, 16 Jun 2017

Doctors are being urged to pay closer attention to people's feet once they have recovered from an ulcer, a common diabetes complication. Some estimates indicate one third of people...Read More

Oral insulin trial fails to meet endpoint, but could help delay type 1 diabetes

Fri, 16 Jun 2017

Oral insulin has shown to be unsuccessful in preventing the development of type 1 diabetes in a new trial, but it did help delay the onset. The trial found that oral insulin led to...Read More

Low vitamin A linked to beta cell decline in mice

Thu, 15 Jun 2017

A new study has found that a lack of vitamin A may be linked to beta cell dysfunction and impaired insulin production in mice. The study, which appeared in the Endocrine Journal, s...Read More

Untreated obstructive sleep apnea could worsen heart health and blood sugar levels

Thu, 15 Jun 2017

Proper treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) could have benefits for the heart and blood sugar levels, according to new research. People with OSA, a condition more likely to b...Read More

Doctors told to adapt their language around diabetes patients

Thu, 15 Jun 2017

Doctors have been warned to watch the type of language they use around people with diabetes as it could impact their health. A specialist committee board which presented a report ...Read More

Broccoli extract could help treat type 2 diabetes

Thu, 15 Jun 2017

A powder that contains broccoli extract has the potential to treat people with type 2 diabetes, a study has found. Scientists from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden report tha...Read More

ADA identifies routes to improving mental health in people with diabetes

Wed, 14 Jun 2017

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recently released a statement recognising that there is more to health than blood sugar management for people with diabetes. One important f...Read More

MP Diane Abbott blames type 2 diabetes for election break

Wed, 14 Jun 2017

Shadow home secretary Diane Abbott has announced she has type 2 diabetes and the condition forced her to bow out of the recent election campaign. Speaking to the Guardian newspaper...Read More

Seal oil supplementation could reverse neuropathy in type 1 diabetes

Wed, 14 Jun 2017

Seal oil could have the potential to improve nerve regeneration in people with type 1 diabetes, according to new research. A 12-month study found that twice-daily omega-3 supplemen...Read More

Grieving family campaigning to stop preventable type 1 diabetes deaths

Wed, 14 Jun 2017

The family of a teenager who died from type 1 diabetes want to put a stop to "preventable deaths" related to the condition. The Baldwin family from Cardiff lost their 13-year-old s...Read More

Low-carb breakfast synonymous with more thoughtful behaviour in new study

Tue, 13 Jun 2017

A new study on the effects of diet on the brain and behaviour has found that consuming a low-carb breakfast may positively affect decision-making and social behaviour. Low-carb me...Read More

Type 2 diabetes drug canagliflozin shows lower heart risk but greater amputations

Tue, 13 Jun 2017

The type 2 diabetes drug canagliflozin (marketed as Invokana) is associated with a lower risk of heart attacks and stroke but increased risk of amputation, new research shows. The ...Read More

Metformin could reduce heart disease in people with type 1 diabetes

Tue, 13 Jun 2017

Metformin has been shown to have positive health benefits in people with type 1 diabetes, according to results unveiled at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 2017 Scientific S...Read More

Type 1 diabetes app shown to reduce rates of hypoglycemia in new trial

Tue, 13 Jun 2017

The type 1 diabetes app FoodPrint has been shown to reduce rates of hypoglycemia in a new trial. FoodPrint, the brainchild of Nutrino, Inc, lets users see how specific foods affect...Read More

Losing weight as a kid cuts type 2 diabetes risks in adult life, study finds

Mon, 12 Jun 2017

A new review of evidence suggests that children and teens losing weight before adulthood can reduce the elevated risks for type 2 diabetes to which they are exposed. These findings...Read More

New UK poll reveals missed diabetes symptoms and poor consumption of vegetables

Mon, 12 Jun 2017

People are missing certain diabetes symptoms and unlikely to seek medical advice as a result, a survey has found. The poll from Diabetes UK was released to mark Diabetes Week, whic...Read More

Top diabetes researcher recognised by JDRF for artificial pancreas development

Mon, 12 Jun 2017

A pioneering diabetes researcher has been presented with a top award for his work by a major Hollywood actor who has type 1 diabetes. Jeremy Irvine, who starred in the 2011 blockbu...Read More

BCG vaccine could restore proper immune response in type 1 diabetes

Mon, 12 Jun 2017

The results of a new clinical trial testing a type 1 diabetes vaccine have been presented at the 75th Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association. The genetic vaccine ...Read More

Emerging diabetes research to be discussed at major US conference

Fri, 09 Jun 2017

More than 16,000 professionals with an interest in diabetes will come together this weekend to discuss new and emerging concepts within the field. This year's American Diabetes Ass...Read More

Study links fibre supplement to better weight control in obese youth

Fri, 09 Jun 2017

A new study has found that prebiotic fibre supplementation helps school-aged children improve their gut microbiome and stay at a healthier weight. The consumption of prebiotics, w...Read More

Aspirin could prevent breast cancer in women with type 2 diabetes

Fri, 09 Jun 2017

Low doses of aspirin could significantly lower the chances of women with type 2 diabetes developing breast cancer, according to new research. However, aspirin, which can be purchas...Read More

Northampton man with type 1 diabetes who stopped injecting says he has rare gene

Fri, 09 Jun 2017

A British man with type 1 diabetes who travelled to America for tests after he came off insulin has been told he has a 'rare gene'. Daniel Darkes, from Daventry in Northampton, rec...Read More

Extra insulin injection three hours after eating could lessen heart risks in type 1 diabetes

Thu, 08 Jun 2017

People with type 1 diabetes who administer an extra insulin injection three hours after eating could reduce their risk of developing cardiovascular disease, research has suggested....Read More

Scientists find important link between the brain and blood glucose control

Thu, 08 Jun 2017

Researchers have discovered a new mechanism whereby certain brain networks can help control the release of insulin in mice. Last week, we reported that the brain plays a crucial ro...Read More

Medtronic announces US launch of MiniMed 670g hybrid closed-loop system

Thu, 08 Jun 2017

Medical device company Medtronic has announced the US launch of the 'world's first' hybrid closed-loop system, a near-artificial pancreas, for people with type 1 diabetes. Medtroni...Read More

New study links SGLT2 inhibitors to increased risk of diabetic ketoacidosis

Thu, 08 Jun 2017

The drug class SGLT2 inhibitors have again been linked with an increased risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in a new study. SGLT2 inhibitors have been approved to treat type 2 dia...Read More

Study provides new insight into insulin dosing for adults with type 1 diabetes

Wed, 07 Jun 2017

A new study suggests that adults with type 1 diabetes may be setting their total basal insulin dose (TBD) higher than required if and when trying to achieve HbA1c levels of 7% (58 ...Read More

Waist-to-height ratio can more accurately predict obesity and type 2 diabetes, say researchers

Wed, 07 Jun 2017

Focusing on the body fat around the waist is more important than what the scales say when it comes to lowering the risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes, researchers have said. A te...Read More

Cell discovery sheds light on insulin breakdown and type 2 diabetes

Wed, 07 Jun 2017

A new discovery regarding insulin-producing cells could help determine future treatments for type 2 diabetes, Swedish researchers have said. A team from the Sahlgrenska Academy loo...Read More

Breakthrough drug findings could lead to more cost-effective type 2 diabetes drugs

Wed, 07 Jun 2017

Two separate studies have determined the structures of a drug class used to treat type 2 diabetes which could open up greater therapeutic options. Two groups of US scientists have ...Read More

New technique could mean fewer injections for people with type 2 diabetes

Tue, 06 Jun 2017

Researchers think they may have found a new way to reduce the number of injections for people with type 2 diabetes who use GLP-1 RA (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist) medic...Read More

Trajenta may protect against heart disease in type 2 diabetes, new study suggests

Tue, 06 Jun 2017

New research suggest that Trajenta (linagliptin), a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor used to lower blood sugars in people with type 2 diabetes, may reduce damage to the hea...Read More

Stress levels fluctuate among parents of children with type 1 diabetes

Tue, 06 Jun 2017

Fathers become more stressed over a one-year period looking after a child with type 1 diabetes, but mothers become less stressed, research suggests. Scientists at Tilburg Universit...Read More

Online education course to address insulin anxiety among healthcare professionals

Tue, 06 Jun 2017

An online safety course has been launched in a bid to ease healthcare professionals' 'anxiety' about insulin. Understanding Insulin: NEW Free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), wh...Read More

Pravastin treatment shown to provide little benefit among older people, study finds

Tue, 06 Jun 2017

People who take a statin drug called pravastatin do not receive any benefit in reduced mortality rates, according to a new study. US scientists found from an analysis into the safe...Read More

Scientists discover how to turn on calorie-burning fat and improve metabolism

Mon, 05 Jun 2017

A new study has identified two receptors on fat cells that are involved in the creation of metabolism-boosting brown adipose tissue (BAT), which is lacking in people who are obese ...Read More

Sleep apnea leads to three-fold increased risk of type 2 diabetes, researchers report

Mon, 05 Jun 2017

People with mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a three-fold increased risk of type 2 diabetes, researchers have claimed. OSA is a condition which people with diabe...Read More

New islet cell transplantation technique could boost cell survival rate in type 1 diabetes

Mon, 05 Jun 2017

US scientists have developed a new technique for improving the success rate of islet cell transplantation in people with type 1 diabetes. Upon testing this technique on animal mode...Read More

Mealtime delay affects blood sugar levels and body clock, researchers suggest

Fri, 02 Jun 2017

Delaying meals can affect the natural rhythm of sugar in the blood, researchers have said. The findings of a new trial, conducted by the University of Surrey, indicate mealtimes ca...Read More

Metformin joins forces with gut microbes to improve blood sugars, new study finds

Fri, 02 Jun 2017

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg and the Institute of Biomedical Investigation of Girona have found that gut microbial shifts under metformin treatment contribute to imp...Read More

Teenager with type 1 diabetes nominated for award after fundraising efforts

Fri, 02 Jun 2017

A teenager with type 1 diabetes has been shortlisted for a major award which recognises good deeds carried out by young people. Dan Walls, of Castle Barns in Bletsoe, Bedfordshire...Read More

Scientists identify method of protecting beta cells, preventing type 1 diabetes

Fri, 02 Jun 2017

US scientists have discovered a technique that could protect insulin-producing beta cells from destruction in type 1 diabetes. The development is the culmination of a long-term goa...Read More

Pioneering sugar sponge device could provide future pain-free diabetes treatment

Thu, 01 Jun 2017

A new type of treatment for people with type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes dubbed the 'sugar sponge' has been unveiled by researchers. The treatment moderates blood sugar levels i...Read More

Bariatric surgery success may be due to gut microbiome changes, says new study

Thu, 01 Jun 2017

A new study, led by researchers at Arizona State University, reveals that gastric bypass surgery profoundly changes which microbes can survive and thrive in the human gut, in turn ...Read More

GLP-1 agonist treatment linked to lower heart risks in type 2 diabetes

Thu, 01 Jun 2017

An injectable diabetes medication could lower the risk of death and cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Scientists from the Cleveland Cl...Read More

Short intensive exercise sessions boost beta cell function in type 2 diabetes, study reports

Thu, 01 Jun 2017

Short bursts of high intensity fitness training could help improve the body's ability to produce insulin in people with type 2 diabetes, research has suggested. It is the first tim...Read More

Gene editing of rogue gut immune cells could benefit type 1 diabetes

Wed, 31 May 2017

Japanese scientists have found a way to genetically defuse risks associated with certain gut T helper type 17 (Th17) cells getting involved in undesirable immune responses. The act...Read More

Belgian company Imcyse to start human trials of type 1 diabetes vaccine

Wed, 31 May 2017

A Belgian biotech company, Imcyse, is ready to start human trials of a new type 1 diabetes vaccine. Imcyse is a company that formed out of research specialists from the University ...Read More

Children with type 1 diabetes in intensive care show no benefit from tight blood sugar control

Wed, 31 May 2017

Critically ill children with type 1 diabetes being treated in intensive care gain no better health outcomes from strict blood sugar control, a study has suggested. The study was ca...Read More

Gut bacteria invading colon lining linked to type 2 diabetes

Wed, 31 May 2017

A link has been found between type 2 diabetes and bacteria invading the lining of the colon, researchers have said. A US study has been looking at how people develop metabolic synd...Read More

Study shows biomarkers linked with diabetic retinopathy risk in young people

Tue, 30 May 2017

Researchers identify a "driving force" that shows young people with type 2 diabetes are at a greater risk of developing diabetic retinopathy much earlier and quicker. A study cond...Read More

Severe hypo rates compared in follow up of landmark type 1 diabetes study

Tue, 30 May 2017

A long-term follow up of a landmark study into type 1 diabetes control has compared rates of severe hypoglycemia within groups that were formerly intensively and non-intensively co...Read More

Muslims advised about safe diabetes management through Ramadan

Tue, 30 May 2017

People with diabetes who are observing Ramadan are being reminded how to best manage their condition during the fasting process. The holy period, which began on Friday, 26 May, inv...Read More

Scientists discover why the brain may lead to weight loss stalling

Tue, 30 May 2017

A new study conducted at the University of Cambridge has found that a group of neurons in the brain coordinates energy intake and energy output when dieting. The findings, which r...Read More

Law to lower US insulin costs takes a step closer

Fri, 26 May 2017

The American state of Nevada is close to passing a landmark bill to tackle the diabetes pharmaceutical industry over insulin price hikes. The proposed legislation is part of a camp...Read More

Overtreatment of frail and elderly people with type 2 diabetes appears to be common

Fri, 26 May 2017

Overtreatment of insulin and sulphonylureas appears to be common in elderly people with type 2 diabetes, including those with chronic kidney disease or dementia, according to new U...Read More

Higher quality of life linked with better HbA1c levels in youngsters with type 1 diabetes

Fri, 26 May 2017

An international study has found strong links between higher quality of life and improved diabetes control in youngsters with type 1 diabetes. In addition, the study identifies thr...Read More

Diabetes groups set up to identify research knowledge gaps

Thu, 25 May 2017

People with diabetes, researchers and healthcare professionals are being called upon to join clinical groups in a bid to identify key research areas. The Clinical Studies Groups (C...Read More

High-sugar diets lead to poor food decision-making, study finds

Thu, 25 May 2017

A new research review suggests that the repeated consumption of Western-style, high-sugar diets impacts brain function, which in turn impairs short-term appetite control. We know f...Read More

Innovative foot mat measures temperature to detect ulcers

Thu, 25 May 2017

A pioneering device which uses temperature readings has been found to successfully detect foot ulcers in people with diabetes who have had one previously. An American research stu...Read More

Eye-drops could replace eye injections for patients with diabetic eye complications

Thu, 25 May 2017

Researchers from the University of Nottingham are bringing hope to people at risk of diabetic eye complications. They are developing a new treatment which could replace the need to...Read More

Telemedicine boosts rural diabetic retinopathy screening rates by 40 per cent

Wed, 24 May 2017

Telescreening people's eyes has increased diabetic retinopathy (DR) screening rates in rural areas of America to 40 per cent, according to new research. During a three-year study ...Read More

10m USD to be spent on developing groundbreaker type 1 diabetes therapies

Wed, 24 May 2017

A total of $10 million (£7.7m) is to be invested into developing products aimed to make life easier for people with type 1 diabetes. The money has been given to a company call...Read More

Stroke cases set to rise by 44 per cent with diabetes as a key risk factor

Wed, 24 May 2017

The number of cases of stroke is predicted to rise by 44 per cent between now and 2035, according to an analysis by researchers from King's College London. The report, The Burden o...Read More

Sheffield diabetes team wins top healthcare award for insulin safety

Tue, 23 May 2017

A Sheffield healthcare team has won a prestigious award for promoting insulin safety in hospitals for people with diabetes. The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust wa...Read More

Bydureon trial shows safety but not significant heart benefit

Tue, 23 May 2017

The GLP-1 receptor agonist drug Bydureon has met targets for heart safety but has not managed to show that it significantly benefits heart health. The results come from the Exenati...Read More

Benefits of metformin may involve gut bacteria

Tue, 23 May 2017

Researchers have shown the type 2 diabetes drug metformin helps boost good gut bacteria, according to a new study. The treatment is commonly used to control people's blood sugar l...Read More

Research highlights benefits of yoga in improving diabetes control

Mon, 22 May 2017

Blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes could be improved after just ten days of practicing yoga, a study has found. New research carried out by an Indian university de...Read More

Risk of dementia linked to blood glucose peaks

Mon, 22 May 2017

Middle-aged people with diabetes who experience regular peaks in their blood sugar levels are putting themselves at a greater risk of dementia, a study has found. Researchers from ...Read More

Apple CEO Tim Cook spotted wearing glucose monitor prototype

Mon, 22 May 2017

CEO of Apple, Tim Cook, has been spotted wearing a prototype glucose monitor that was connected to his Apple Watch. The report comes CNBC with its sources stating that Cook was wea...Read More

Neuropathic patients with type 1 diabetes have higher risks of depression, study finds

Fri, 19 May 2017

A new study has found that neuropathy, which is caused by damage to nerves in the body's lower extremities, is associated with depression in people with type 1 diabetes. According ...Read More

Researchers focused on finding more effective treatments for type 2 diabetes

Fri, 19 May 2017

Australian researchers they are a step further in developing safer and more effective treatments for type 2 diabetes. The University of Adelaide have been designing drugs which cou...Read More

Sleep intervention training could prevent babies from becoming obese toddlers

Fri, 19 May 2017

Research looking at the sleep patterns of babies suggests that infants who sleep well halve their risk of obesity as a toddler. A two-year study of 802 families in New Zealand show...Read More

Low glycemic index diet may cut risks for age-related eye disease

Thu, 18 May 2017

Researchers at Tufts University have found that switching from a high-glycemic, high-sugar food environment to one less blood sugar-spiking may help slow the development of a debil...Read More

NICE updates type 2 guidelines to reflect new advice on drug treatments

Thu, 18 May 2017

The National Institute of Care and Excellence (NICE) has updated its guidelines about drug treatments for people with type 2 diabetes. This new update features information about so...Read More

Two weeks of sedentary behaviour can increase type 2 diabetes risk

Thu, 18 May 2017

Not exercising for two weeks could lead to type 2 diabetes in young and healthy people, research has suggested. Findings from a recent study at the University of Liverpool have cau...Read More

Replacing beer with water cuts obesity risk by 20 per cent, study reports

Thu, 18 May 2017

Replacing a daily beer with a glass of water can reduce the risk of obesity by 20 per cent, researchers say. Spanish scientists also found that swapping one sugary drink for water ...Read More

BMI of people with diabetes dictates stiffness of soles, researchers suggest

Wed, 17 May 2017

Doctors treating people with diabetes should consider their weight when choosing inner soles for them to avoid future foot problems, a new study reports. People with diabetes are m...Read More

British scientists dispel myths about metabolically healthy obesity

Wed, 17 May 2017

Scientists at the University of Birmingham's Institute of Applied Health Research have published new findings that discredit myths around the so-called metabolically healthy obesit...Read More