Newly discovered “insulin-like” molecule could change how we treat diabetes
Both insulin and the newly discovered FGF1 regulate blood sugar levels, but they each do so using independent pathways.
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Stem-cell implant prototypes pave the way towards life-long treatment for type 1 diabetes
We're not there yet, but there seems to be a lot of promise in this idea.
Those suffering from migraines could be at lesser risk for diabetes
Peptides causing migraines also affect insulin production, according to a new study.
Why is insulin so outrageously expensive?
There is little genuine competition and manufacturers are free to set high prices with impunity. But there is also more ...
Electromagnetic fields treat type 2 diabetes in mice
A unique project suggests that diabetes could one day be treated by electromagnetic fields.
Leading experts warn that COVID-19 might trigger diabetes in previously healthy patients
Researchers warn that the coronavirus may cause the onset of diabetes in some patients.
Modified immune cells could be a long-term treatment for type 1 diabetes
Patients with type 1 diabetes currently need daily injections of insulin to manage the disease.
Diabetes rising worldwide: one in 11 adults affected
Approximately 4.2 million adults will die as a result of diabetes and its complications in 2019
Facebook posts can be used to predict anxiety, depression, and even diabetes
One day, our social media history might play an important role in the doctor's office.
Could a combination of drug therapy and stem cells reverse type 2 diabetes?
Scientists are looking for the most effective way to tackle diabetes.
Benefits of quitting smoking offset weight gain in people with diabetes
Gaining a couple extra pounds is still less harmful than smoking itself for people with diabetes.
7 popular medical myths that need to go away
Spoiler alert: sugar doesn't cause diabetes.
Insulin shortage to affect 40 million people by 2030
A huge number of people risks having inadequate access to life-saving treatment.
Diabetes drugs may have protective effects against Alzheimer’s
Antidiabetes medication could reduce Alzheimer's severity.
Pancreatic cells can naturally morph to combat diabetes, pointing to new avenues of treatment
Other cells can likely do it too, the researchers believe.
White paint might be causing a lot of Type 2 diabetes, preliminary research finds
White may hide a dark secret.
Eggs aren’t really bad for your heart, despite common misconceptions
Just don't go crazy with the omelettes!
Intensive weight management can put type 2 diabetes into remission
Want to get rid of diabetes? Just lose some weight.
Broccoli-derived compound could become a new treatment for type 2 diabetes
If there's something strange with your blood sugar levels, who you gonna call? Bro-ccoli!
To HEK with diabetes: new cell capsule could treat the condition with 0 insulin shots
It's like a pacemaker for your insulin.