Diabetes

This hub delivers an in-depth, evidence-based exploration of diabetes mellitus, uniting authoritative articles on disease mechanisms, diagnosis, management, and prevention. Covering both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as well as rare and secondary forms, this collection provides readers with comprehensive information on risk factors, clinical presentation, complications, and the latest advances in research and technology. Topics include the impact of nutrition and lifestyle, pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies, monitoring strategies, acute and chronic complications, and innovative developments such as artificial pancreas systems and digital health tools. These resources also examine the psychosocial aspects of living with diabetes and offer practical guidance for both patients and healthcare professionals. Whether you seek foundational knowledge or current developments in diabetes care, this hub serves as a trusted, up-to-date reference.

Okra and Diabetes: What Research Says About Its Blood Sugar Control Effects

Emerging evidence from clinical and mechanistic studies reveals how okra’s natural compounds lower blood sugar, balance lipids, and support overall metabolic health in diabetes.

Diabetes and Skin Problems

Pins and Needles and Diabetes

Alcohol and Diabetes

How does Gestational Diabetes Affect the Baby?

Diabetic Retinopathy Diagnosis

Animals That Can Detect Hypoglycemia

The Risks of Prediabetes

Diabetic Mastopathy: Complication of Diabetes Mellitus

Encapsulating Islet Cells for the Treatment of Diabetes

Advanced Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Diabetic Neuropathy Treatments

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Navigating Insulin Pumps: Technology, Benefits, and What’s Next

Diabetic Mastopathy Diagnosis

Vitamin D and Type 2 Diabetes

Artificial Pancreas Systems: The Future of Diabetes Management?

Diabetes and Pregnancy

What is Diabetic Nephropathy?

Diabetic Hypoglycemia Treatments

What is HbA1c?

Diabetic Retinopathy Treatments

Genetic Testing for Diabetes

Effects of Hyperglycemia on the Vascular System

What Causes Diabetic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)?

What is a Diabetic Coma?

What is Diabetic Retinopathy?

Diabetic Neuropathy Diagnosis

What is Diabetic Neuropathy?

Diabetic Neuropathy Pathogenesis

Diabetic Retinopathy Risk Factors

Diabetes and Vision

Diabetes Screening

Diabetes Pathophysiology

Diabetic Coma Treatments

Diabetes Symptoms

Diabetes in Men versus Women

Causes of Foot Pain

Research into a Cure for Diabetes

Diabetic Retinopathy Symptoms

Low Sugar Foods for Diabetes

Diabetic Hypoglycemia Etiology

How Baking Soda Affects People with Type 2 Diabetes

The Impact of Glucagon on Diabetes Management

Does the 'Stomach Flu' Vaccine Prevent Type I Diabetes?

Diabetes Management

What's Next for Semaglutide? Beyond Diabetes and Weight Loss

Diabetes and Wound Healing

Does the Keto Diet Increase the Risk of Diabetes?

Diabetic Coma Severe Hypoglycemia

Diabetes and Mucormycosis

Diabetic Emergencies: What to Do

Are Low Carbohydrate Diets Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

Diabetic Foot Problems

Diabetes and Periodontitis

Is a Plant-Based Diet Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

History of Diabetes

What is Diabetes?

Adiponectin and Diabetes

Nonketotic Hyperosmolar Coma

Diabetes in Men

Harnessing the Power of AI: Predicting Diabetes Onset Before It Strikes

Treatment and Prognosis for Diabetic Mastopathy

How Does Semaglutide Work to Lose Weight?

Diabetic Neuropathy Symptoms

Epigenetic Mechanisms in Type 2 Diabetes

What are Nightmares and Why Do They Occur?

Bionic Advancements: The Next Generation of Insulin Delivery Devices

The Future of Diabetes Treatment

COVID-19 and Diabetes

Diabetes Risk Factors

Semaglutide and Type 2 Diabetes: Efficacy, Safety, and Outcomes

Diabetes and Sleep

Diabetes Diagnosis

Diabetic Nephropathy Symptoms

What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis?

Diabetes Complications

Walking After Meals: Small Habit, Big Metabolic Gains

Risks to Infants of Diabetic Mothers

Diabetic Nephropathy Treatment

Can I reverse my prediabetes naturally

Red Blood Cell Morphology Changes in Diabetes

Diabetes Types

Supplements for Diabetes

What Causes Diabetes?

Hypoglycemic Unawareness

What is HbA1C Testing?

Cause of Diabetic Coma

Understanding MODY 5: A Rare Genetic Form of Diabetes

Diabetic Ketoacidosis Causes

What is Diabetic Hypoglycemia?

Latest Diabetes News and Research

AI identifies promising CDK9 inhibitors for cancer treatment

A new and important discovery comes from the field of oncological research thanks to the joint work of researchers from the Sbarro Institute in Philadelphia, the National Cancer Institute – Pascale Foundation, and the University of Pisa.

16 Jan 2026

Natural brakes on inflammation could treat chronic diseases

Researchers at University College London (UCL) have uncovered a key mechanism that helps the body switch off inflammation – a breakthrough that could lead to new treatments for chronic diseases affecting millions worldwide.

16 Jan 2026

Incretin-based diabetes drugs show potential protective effects against dementia

A large McGill University study has found that two classes of medications commonly prescribed for Type 2 diabetes, both incretin-based, are associated with a reduced risk of dementia.

15 Jan 2026

Does night shift work increase osteoporosis risk?

Research shows that night shift work is associated with higher osteoporosis risk, emphasizing the importance of monitoring bone health in affected populations.

15 Jan 2026

Screen time may increase body fat in children

A study links excessive screen time in children to higher body fat and poor metabolic health, highlighting cardiorespiratory fitness as a protective factor.

15 Jan 2026

Immune dysfunction persists after combined TB and HIV therapy

The immune system remains seriously out-of-whack – in an inflammatory state of overactivation and impaired functionality – following the international gold standard for treating people with latent tuberculosis (TB) and HIV, a team at Texas Biomedical Research Institute reports in Nature Communications.

14 Jan 2026

Gut bacteria compound during pregnancy protects offspring from fatty liver disease

Children born to mothers who consume a high-fat, high-sugar diet during pregnancy and breastfeeding face a higher risk of developing fatty liver disease later in life.

14 Jan 2026

Hearing aid use has little impact on cognitive test scores

A new study has found that for people with moderate hearing loss, being prescribed hearing aids had little impact on cognitive test scores.

14 Jan 2026

Post-meal blood sugar spikes linked to increased Alzheimer's risk

A new study led by researchers from the University of Liverpool has found that spikes in blood sugar after meals may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

14 Jan 2026

PFAS exposure linked to gestational diabetes and insulin problems

Exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of highly persistent environmental chemicals commonly referred to as "forever chemicals," is associated with a higher risk of gestational diabetes mellitus and altered markers of insulin resistance and insulin secretion, according to a new systematic review and meta-analysis led by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

14 Jan 2026

Silent thief of sight: Rutgers Health experts highlight glaucoma risks, early detection

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, prompting Rutgers Health experts to underscore the importance of early detection and public awareness.

14 Jan 2026

New metabolomic signature predicts type 2 diabetes risk beyond traditional factors

Diabetes, a metabolic disease, is on the rise worldwide, and over 90 percent of cases are type 2 diabetes, where the body does not effectively respond to insulin.

14 Jan 2026

Bariatric surgery reshapes body fat and muscle more than GLP-1 drugs

Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 treatments reshape body composition differently, emphasizing the importance of sex and treatment choice in muscle preservation.

14 Jan 2026

Light daily movement linked to longer life in cardiometabolic disease

Researchers determine the impact of light physical activity on mortality in people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome.

14 Jan 2026

Breast milk shares beneficial bacteria with babies

Researchers examine the relationship between the maternal milk microbiome and infant gut microbiome.

14 Jan 2026

Study explores how biological and environmental systems regulate body weight

Pennington Biomedical researchers recently investigated the systems of the body that regulate weight, exploring whether our bodies defend an established weight target or if our bodies operate within a broader range of tolerance before biological mechanisms are activated.

13 Jan 2026

Preclinical study reveals potential new treatment for severe liver fibrosis

Researchers at McMaster University are leading preclinical studies into a novel drug candidate developed by Espervita Therapeutics that has the potential to prevent and reverse liver fibrosis - a dangerous, disease-induced build-up of scar tissue in the liver that often leads to cancer.

13 Jan 2026

WHO urges stronger taxes to curb sugary drink and alcohol consumption

Sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are getting cheaper, due to consistently low tax rates in most countries, fueling obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancers and injuries, especially in children and young adults.

13 Jan 2026

Higher maternal blood pressure linked to increased risks of pregnancy complications

Helping women to keep their blood pressure at normal levels could reduce their risk of experiencing pregnancy complications, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Bristol. The research is published in BMC Medicine today [14 January].

13 Jan 2026

Genomic analysis reveals diverse, drug-resistant E. coli in diabetic foot infections

New research led by King's College London, in collaboration with the University of Westminster, has shed light on the diversity and characteristics of E. coli strains that drive diabetic foot infections.

13 Jan 2026