FDA Drafts Guidelines to Improve Diversity in Clinical Trials

Original Article: https://www.medtechdive.com/news/fda-draft-guidance-clinical-trial-diversity/720134/

Ensuring Inclusivity in Medical Research

We know that certain serious diseases such as type 2 diabetes disproportionately impact certain communities (e.g., Black American and Hispanic/Latino adults), including those also experiencing health disparities. However, due to concerns from … [Read More]

FDA and Gates Foundation Partner for Breath-Based DiagnosticsAdvancements in Medical Testing

Original Article: https://www.medtechdive.com/news/fda-gates-foundation-breath-based-diagnostics/720003/

Advancements in Medical Testing

The FDA and the Gates Foundation are teaming up to explore using a person’s breath to help diagnose and treat many diseases. This is called breath-based diagnostics, and is a new type of … [Read More]

Do Artificial Sweeteners Benefit People with Diabetes?

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/do-artificial-sweeteners-really-help-people-diabetes-2024a1000bhv

Overview of the Study

This is a frequently asked question by people with diabetes. Recently, researchers investigated whether artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose are helpful for people with diabetes allowing them to achieve better control … [Read More]

AI Predicts Diabetes Risk Successfully

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/artificial-intelligence-model-successfully-assesses-t2d-risk-2024a1000asw

A new research study looking at whether AI can predict type 2 diabetes (T2D)

Researchers developed a new type of artificial intelligence (AI) model to see whether a computer can predict the risk of T2D. This model … [Read More]

​​Expert Group Reviews Evidence for Diabetes Devices

Original Article: https://www.medtechdive.com/news/medcac-medicare-advisory-panel-diabetes-device-evidence/716869

What are the Benefits of New Technologies for Diabetes?

In the United States, the Medicare Evidence Development & Coverage Advisory Committee (MEDCAC) recently assessed the effectiveness of advanced diabetes devices. These technologies include continuous glucose monitors and … [Read More]

Revisiting the Risks of Weight Loss Drugs for Stomach Issues

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/gi-complications-glp-1s-weight-loss-reexamining-risks-2024a10009qf

Weight Loss Medicines and Stomach Problems

A recent study looked into the possible link between certain weight loss medications called GLP-1 receptor agonists and stomach upsets. These drugs are known for helping people lose weight, but there … [Read More]

Semaglutide Shows Promise in Treating Kidney Disease due to diabetes

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/semaglutide-significantly-improves-chronic-kidney-disease-2024a10009w9

New Hope for Kidney Health

Semaglutide, a medication primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes, has shown significant promise in improving chronic kidney disease, which is a common and serious complication associated with diabetes. In a recent … [Read More]

Parents’ Views on their Childrens’ Diets

Original Article: https://thehill.com/changing-america/well-being/longevity/4616139-most-parents-dont-think-standard-american-diet-is-healthy-for-children

Concerns About the Standard American Diet

A recent poll by the University of Michigan’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital has revealed that most parents don’t consider the typical American diet healthy for children. This diet often contains high … [Read More]