Heart attack risk in HIV patients lowered through diabetes drug, researchers report

The diabetes drug sitagliptin may be able to reduce the risk of…

Heightened testosterone linked to diabetes and risk of prostate enlargement

A new study indicates that high levels of the hormone testosterone are…

New pressure-monitoring device could prevent neuropathy-related injuries

Researchers from Germany have developed a pressure-monitoring stocking that could prevent foot…

Antipsychotic medication safe for pregnant wome, study suggests

Antipsychotic medication does not put pregnant women at risk of developing gestational…

Clea16 gene leads to greater understanding of how type 1 diabetes develops

A major breakthrough is being hailed after researchers find the Clea16 gene…

Immune system changes in winter increase risk of heart disease and diabetes

During the winter months, our immune system changes to fight off infections…

British people unaware of their obesity, survey suggests

British people have a poorer understanding of what constitutes obesity than other…

Obesity and unhealthy living linked to stroke rise in middle-aged people

Obesity and sedentary lifestyles are thought to be behind the increased number…

Intensive therapy reduces long-term ocular surgery risk in type 1 patients

A study finds that intensive insulin therapy in type 1 diabetes patients…

Scottish Medicines Consortium approves new diabetes drugs

New treatment options for diabetic macular oedema and for managing type 2…