Category: Diabetes Research

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]

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]

​​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]

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]

Dexcom’s New Over-the-Counter Glucose Monitor Widens Access

Original Article: https://www.medtechdive.com/news/dexcom-over-the-counter-cgm/709615

Expanding Use of Dexcom’s CGM

The FDA recently approved Dexcom’s continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for over-the-counter (OTC) sale. This means people, including those without diabetes and those not on insulin, can purchase it without a prescription. Originally … [Read More]

Innovative Eye Drops Bring Hope for Eye Complications due to Diabetes

Original Article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/could-an-intervention-as-simple-as-eye-drops-treat-eye-damage-in-diabetes

Diabetes and Eye Health

More than half a billion adults worldwide have diabetes, mostly type 2. People with diabetes face a higher chance of eye complication l(known asdiabetic retinopathy) and macular edema, which can lead to vision … [Read More]