Author: DTS

Tau Blood Test Flags Preclinical Alzheimer’s Disease

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/tau-blood-test-flags-preclinical-alzheimers-disease-2024a1000dxr

Introduction to the Study

Alzheimer’s Disease is the commonest cause of dementia, and sadly, the number of people developing it continues to rise. A new study has introduced a promising blood test that can detect early signs … [Read More]

Irregular Sleep Patterns and Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/irregular-sleep-patterns-increase-type-2-diabetes-risk-2024a1000dgh

Introduction to the Study

A recent study has highlighted a concerning link between irregular sleep patterns and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This research suggests that not having consistent sleep can significantly elevate the … [Read More]

Looking Beyond Body Mass Index (BMI)

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/move-beyond-bmi-new-european-obesity-framework-advises-2024a1000cir

Recently, the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) suggested moving beyond Body Mass Index (BMI) alone when diagnosing and classifying obesity. Instead, it is proposed that an algorithm that incorporates BMI, as well as abdominal … [Read More]

Understanding Semaglutide and Genetic Testing

Original Article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/can-genetic-test-predict-response-semaglutide-2024a1000cat

Genetic Testing on “Hungry Gut”

At the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Scientific Sessions, researchers presented new data using genetic testing to test for a trait called abnormal postprandial satiety (APS), or a “hungry gut.” Being able to … [Read More]

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]