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In 26 Days, Hundreds of Thousands of LA County Residents Will Lose Medi-Cal Dental Coverage — And Most Don't Know It's Happening

Hundreds of thousands of Los Angeles Medi-Cal beneficiaries could lose dental coverage on July 1, 2026, raising concerns about worsening diabetes, oral health complications, and reduced access to preventive care.

Medical Daily

Move Over, Ozempic: Scientists Unveiled a New Diabetes Pill That Burns Fat Without Killing Your Appetite — And It Could Be a Breakthrough for Millions of Americans

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet published a study showing a new oral compound activates muscle metabolism to lower blood sugar and torch fat — without nausea, muscle loss, or the side effects plaguing GLP-1 drugs.

Medical Daily

'I Was Chest-Bumped by Police': Lead Journal Editor Thrown Out of Diabetes Conference for Criticising Trump's Research Cuts

Five scientists were removed from a diabetes conference for distributing an editorial criticising the Trump administration's biomedical science policies, leading to a ban from the event.

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In 1889, a physician noticed a sweet urine clue and helped point medicine toward insulin

In a groundbreaking moment in 1889, two German scientists, Joseph von Mering and Oskar Minkowski, uncovered a crucial link between the pancreas and diabetes through an unexpected laboratory observation. After removing a dog's pancreas, they discovered sugar in its urine, prompting a pivotal shift from merely addressing symptoms of the…

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With Nation's Highest Diabetes Rate, San Antonio Faces Major Shift as Medicare Prepares $50 Wegovy Coverage

With diabetes rates among the highest in the U.S., San Antonio could see major change as Medicare's new $50 Wegovy coverage begins July 1, expanding access for eligible residents.

Medical Daily

What This Year's Biggest Medicare Changes Mean for You

Some drug prices are falling, other costs are climbing, and new rules abound. Here's what you need to know.

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How Zoe Heineman's Lifelong Fight for Diabetes Access Led Her to The Intersection of Healthcare Research & AI

The economic impact of diabetes continues to be significant. It is estimated that diagnosed diabetes generated approximately $413 billion in total costs in the United States, including direct medical expenses and indirect costs associated with lost productivity.

International Business Times

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From Crisis to Possible Cure Path: San Antonio Battles Highest Diabetes Rates as Wegovy and Medicare (United States) Expansion Offer New Hope

Diabetes care is entering a new era in San Antonio as the Wegovy pill and expanded Medicare coverage offer new hope for preventing and managing diabetes in one of America's hardest-hit cities.

Medical Daily

Why insulin, the core element of diabetes treatment remains inaccessible for millions of people

The discovery of insulin in 1921 revolutionised diabetes care. Type 1 diabetes went from being a death sentence to a manageable chronic condition.

The Conversation

ERA Congress: Semaglutide linked to better quality of life in diabetes and kidney disease, FLOW trial shows

GLASGOW, Scotland, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New findings from the landmark FLOW trial, presented at the 63rd ERA Congress, show that once-weekly semaglutide significantly improved health-related quality of life in adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD), equivalent to around eight additional days in full…

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MiniMed Group Q4 Earnings Call Highlights

MiniMed Group (NASDAQ:MMED) reported record fiscal 2026 revenue and outlined a slate of product launches it said will support faster growth in fiscal 2027, as management held the company’s first earnings call as a standalone public company following its March IPO. Chief Executive Officer Que Dallar

MarketBeat

Medtronic Q4 Earnings Call Highlights

Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) reported what executives described as its strongest top-line performance in a decade, as growth in cardiac ablation, diabetes, medical-surgical products and select neuroscience platforms helped drive fiscal fourth-quarter and full-year results above expectations. Chairman and C

MarketBeat

Alkem rolls out single-shot semaglutide syringes at Rs 350 for diabetes, weight loss

Alkem Laboratories has launched semaglutide in single-shot pre-filled syringes in India. This makes treatment more accessible and affordable for diabetes and obesity management. The company is the first in India to offer this convenient format. This move intensifies competition in the growing Indian drug market. Alkem aims to expand access…

The Economic Times

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic show promise for more than weight loss. But what’s science vs hype?

You’ve probably heard of Ozempic or Wegovy. These are the injectable drugs that have become household names for weight loss and diabetes.

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The supplement your doctor hasn't mentioned yet could be quietly fighting type 2 diabetes - here's everything you need to know

Fish oil benefits for type 2 diabetes: Fish oil supplementation reduced insulin resistance and improved glucose tolerance in non-obese diabetic rats, suggesting inflammation plays a key role even without excess weight. Omega-3 fatty acids shifted immune cells towards an anti-inflammatory state, potentially improving metabolic health.

The Economic Times

Good news for diabetes & BP patients: Govt cuts prices of these 30 medicines, relief may reach pharmacies soon

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has fixed retail prices for 30 essential drug formulations, including those for diabetes, heart disease, and infections. This move aims to reduce treatment costs for millions of patients managing chronic illnesses, with benefits expected to reach consumers within two to three months as new…

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Medicare Drug Savings Surge: 1 in 3 Seniors Now Pays Less Than $35 a Month for Insulin—Here’s How

Nationwide, an estimated 3.5 to 4 million older adults (seniors aged 65 and older) rely on insulin to manage their diabetes. Somewhere around one in...

MarketBeat

MannKind Wins FDA Approval for Afrezza in Children, Opening Pediatric Diabetes Market

MannKind (NASDAQ:MNKD) said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Afrezza for pediatric patients with diabetes ages 6 and older, expanding the inhaled mealtime insulin’s label into children and adolescents. Chief Executive Officer Michael Castagna called the decision “a truly historic

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India’s GLP-1 Weight Loss Drug Problem Nobody Is Warning You About

A 26-year-old marketing executive in Mumbai loses 14 kilos in three months. Her Instagram fills with compliments. Friends ask for her “secret.” She smiles and says it is just discipline and calorie control. What she does not mention is the weekly injection sitting inside her refrigerator. Across India, GLP-1 drugs…

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Could GLP-1 Drugs Do More Than Aid Weight Loss? Some Studies Link Them to Lower Tumor Risk

GLP-1 medications already changed the conversation around weight loss, diabetes care, and metabolic health. Now researchers explore an even more intriguing question: could these drugs influence cancer risk as well. Early studies continue to spark interest because they show patterns that go beyond appetite control and blood sugar regulation.

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Don’t Ignore This: Why Professional Primary Care Services Are Essential for Better Health

Many health conditions begin quietly without obvious symptoms. People often assume they are healthy simply because they do not feel sick, but hidden issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease can slowly develop over time.

The Independent UK

The medical condition ‘rising twice as fast’ among UK women

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‘I had gestational diabetes during my pregnancy. Six years later, I’ve yet to receive any follow-up care’

Gestational diabetes usually disappears after birth, although patients face a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Evening Standard

Type 2 diabetes rates ‘rising twice as fast in younger women’

It has been suggested that the figure could be down to ‘little or no follow-up care’ for those who develop the condition while pregnant.

The Independent UK

Heatwave warning for millions using insulin, metformin and antidepressants

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a warning that high temperatures can compromise the effectiveness of medicines and impact how the body responds to them, particularly for individuals managing long-term conditions. Overheating: Many medicines require storage below 25°C, as heat can degrade active ingredients in various…

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