The Latest Breaking News from diabetes

‘It’s naive to think this is in the best interests of the NHS.’ How Big Pharma’s millions are influencing healthcare

Observer investigation shows drug company money flows through the NHS, raising questions about conflict of interest

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2023

Revealed: pharma giants pour millions of pounds into NHS to boost drug sales

Observer investigation raises concerns about the influence of drugs companies in shaping patient care in services that use their products

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2023

Diabetes drug could provide effective treatment for Parkinson's

According to Parkinson’s UK, the drug – NLX-112 – offers hope that a new multi-faceted treatment could be in reach

Wales Online · Jul 7, 2023

TV's Dr Eva Orsmond issues stark warning about 'scary' side of popular weight loss drug Ozempic

Dr Eva tells the Irish Mirror about the downsides of using Ozempic - the supposed 'wonder drug' for weight loss - and discusses how she really feels about her marriage breakdown to husband Wyatt being filmed on camera

Irish Mirror · Jul 4, 2023

Explained | India’s diabetes epidemic is making India’s TB epidemic worse

Diabetes mellitus is a major risk factor that increases the incidence and severity of tuberculosis. Also, DM and TB co-infections adversely affect TB treatment outcomes in a patient.

The Hindu · Jul 4, 2023

Researchers detect ‘substantial’ pandemic rise in type 1 diabetes amongst children

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body cannot produce a hormone called insulin

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2023

Take steps for children with Type I diabetes to study in nearby schools till Plus Two: panel

The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has directed the Director of General Education (DGE) to take steps for children will illnesses, including those with Type 1 diabetes, to study till Plus Two in a school near their house under the single-window admission process.

The Hindu · Jul 2, 2023

Can diabetes and weight-loss drug Ozempic break addictions too?

Doctors are hearing anecdotal reports of reductions in drinking and smoking, but experts caution that more research is needed

The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2023

Warning as 'unusual' smell in your breath could be a symptom of diabetes

Here's the smell to be alert to which could be a sign of diabetes as symptoms for the common condition are not always easy to spot

Chronicle Live · Jul 2, 2023

Diabetes symptoms include an 'unusual' smell in your breath - the scent to look out for

Diabetes symptoms can be difficult to spot, as none of the main signs make you feel particularly unwell - but there could be a key change to the smell of your breath to watch out for

Daily Mirror · Jul 2, 2023