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This drug shows promise for people with type 2 diabetes and tobacco use disorder

For patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) who also have tobacco use disorder (TUD), a new study suggests that using semaglutide is linked...

This diabetes drug could reduce brain shrinkage in Alzheimer’s patients

A medication commonly prescribed for diabetes and weight loss, liraglutide, has been found to significantly reduce brain shrinkage in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Liraglutide is...

This diabetes drug shows promise for kidney and lung health

Scientists from the University of Hong Kong have found that sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2i), a new drug for lowering blood sugar in type...

Diabetes drug metformin could help treat cancer, study shows

Metformin is a well-known medication used to manage type 2 diabetes, but recent research suggests it might also help in the fight against cancer....

Exercise can help offset risks of sitting too much for adults with diabetes

A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health reveals that adults with diabetes who exercise regularly can reduce the risk of...

The link between high blood pressure and diabetes you should know

High blood pressure and diabetes are two common health problems that often occur together. Understanding the connection between these conditions can help people manage...

How high blood sugar affects your vision

High blood sugar, often associated with diabetes, can have serious consequences for your vision. When blood sugar levels are consistently high, it can lead...

Research finds the best medication for type 2 diabetes

In 2022, University of Colorado Department of Medicine faculty member Dr. Neda Rasouli, along with a national team of researchers, compared the effectiveness of...

Research shows a big cause of nerve damage in diabetic patients

A new study indicates that patients with diabetes who also suffer from vitamin D deficiency are at an increased risk of developing neuropathy, a...

Blood pressure goals for diabetic patients: what you need to know

Managing blood pressure is especially important for people with diabetes. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke,...