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Lower birthweight may increase risk of type 2 diabetes

Recent studies published in Diabetologia reveal a connection between lower birth weight and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D).

Diabetes drug may improve blood vessel health in aging people

Empagliflozin (Empa), an FDA-approved drug typically used to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes patients, may also help improve blood vessel function and reduce arterial stiffness.

Forever chemicals and diabetes: a risk for midlife women

Scientists have found something alarming: forever chemicals PFAS might make middle-aged women more likely to get a disease called diabetes.

Common diabetes drug may help treat long COVID

Some researchers in the United States made an exciting discovery. They found a common medicine that might help prevent Long COVID. The medicine, is called metformin.

Plant extract from Rhodiola rosea may help treat type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels due to insulin resistance or lack of insulin, is a significant health challenge...

Why do people with diabetes get more tooth decay?

Diabetes is a health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. People with diabetes have a higher chance of getting cavities...

Unlocking the secrets of blood sugar: a diabetes discovery

Imagine you've just eaten a big, yummy meal. Now, your body has to take care of all the sugar you ate and keep everything...

A sweet solution: new diabetes treatment

There's a disease called type 2 diabetes (or T2D for short), and it's a big problem all over the world. It's responsible for more...

Scientists find new way to manage type 2 diabetes

A collaborative approach between endocrinologists and general practitioners (GPs) can greatly benefit patients with type 2 diabetes.

A diabetes drug might help with alcohol problems

Semaglutide is a medicine. It's used to help people who have type 2 diabetes and people who are very overweight.