The Latest Breaking News from diabetes

‘I was extremely furious’: the dangerously high cost of insulin in America

Many diabetic Americans must pay thousands for insulin, an often lethal impossibility explored in documentary Pay or Die

The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2023

Diabetes breakthrough as weekly insulin injections found to be as effective as daily jabs

Scientists say findings could represent 'revolutionary' breakthrough for millions of sufferers

Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2023

11,208 medical camps held so far, says Health Minister

Minister Vidadala Rajini reported 11,208 medical camps held, 46.31 lakh outpatient services completed, 21.6 lakh BP tests, 18.5 lakh diabetes tests, 1.79 lakh eye tests conducted. Prakasam district held highest number of camps (629). ANMs asked to raise awareness on Aarogyasri scheme & app. 1.4 lakh diabetic & 2.25 lakh…

The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023

Extending diabetic eye screening to two years could risk sight loss, study finds

Researchers said ‘the incentive of biennial screening is to release capacity in the NHS’ and ‘lessen the inconvenience’ for diabetics at low risk.

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2023

Can red meat cause type 2 diabetes?

Red meat has also been associated with higher risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2023

Painting, essay writing, quiz competition to mark World Diabetes Day at CMC Vellore

The Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism of the Christian Medical College (CMC) Hospital organised an essay and painting competition for students of Classes 8 to 12 and a quiz competition for schoolteachers in Vellore and Ranipet districts in Vellore on Saturday to mark the World Diabetes Day 2023

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Researchers hope tongue test can help lick disease

Diagnostic tests examining a patient's tongue have been found to be highly effective at diagnosing diseases such as diabetes and cancer.

AAP · Oct 20, 2023

Study reveals eye implant can be used to treat diabetes

Swedish researchers have developed a microscale device for implantation in the eye, opening up new possibilities for cell-based treatment of diabetes and other disorders.

Dynamite News · Oct 20, 2023

Eating even 2 servings of red meat a week could significantly raise your risk of diabetes. 10 protein-packed alternatives that can boost your health—and the planet’s

If you’re wondering what to eat instead, there are plenty of options.

Fortune · Oct 19, 2023

Too much red meat is linked to a 50% increase in Type 2 diabetes risk

A study finds people who eat more than one serving of red meat a day are at higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Processed meats, like bacon and hot dogs, were linked to an even higher risk.

WEKU · Oct 19, 2023