New treatment may reduce insulin dependency in diabetes
Exciting new research presented at UEG Week 2024 has revealed a potential game-changer in the treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2D).
A combination of a...
Surprising health benefits of diabetes drug metformin
Metformin is one of the most widely used medications for managing type 2 diabetes. It works primarily by lowering blood sugar levels.
It does this...
Study shows best drugs for controlling type 2 diabetes
A recent study conducted by researchers from The GRADE Study Research Group looked at how well different medications work with metformin to control type...
How to manage kidney disease without dialysis
Kidney disease happens when the kidneys, which filter waste and extra fluids from the blood, become damaged and can’t do their job properly.
When kidney...
Some diabetes drugs may harm the heart, study shows
In recent years, the number of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes has been increasing, making it a major health issue worldwide.
Type 2 diabetes...
What fruit to eat and avoid for people with diabetes
For people living with diabetes, managing diet is a crucial part of staying healthy. One of the common questions is, “Can I eat fruit?”...
Diabetes drug metformin shows hope for treating vision loss in older adults
A common diabetes medication, metformin, might help treat a serious eye condition called age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which affects millions of older adults.
AMD is...
Common diabetes drug could help treat vision loss in older people
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss for adults over 50 in the United States.
According to estimates from the National...
Foods to avoid for managing high blood pressure and diabetes
If you have high blood pressure (hypertension) or diabetes, making the right dietary choices is key to managing both conditions.
What you eat can have...
Study finds most effective drug combos for type 2 diabetes
A major study has provided new insights into how well different medications work to control type 2 diabetes when used alongside metformin, a commonly...