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Type 2 Diabetes
More than 30 million Americans are living with type 2 diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance and insufficient insulin production. Learn about the signs and symptoms of this condition and get expert guidance on blood sugar monitoring, medication use, exercise, meal planning and more.
Mounjaro, New Type 2 Diabetes Drug From Lilly, Gets U.S. Approval
The new injectable drug represents the first offering new class of diabetes drugs, and is expected to be available in coming weeks… Read More “Mounjaro, New Type 2 Diabetes Drug From Lilly, Gets U.S. Approval”
Common Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Diabetes Risk
People who take proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for an extended period may be at greater risk for type 2 diabetes, according to a new study… Read More “Common Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Diabetes Risk”
Drinking Coffee May Help Preserve Kidney Function in Type 2 Diabetes
Adults with type 2 diabetes who drank coffee were less likely to experience a decline in kidney function over time, according to a new study… Read More “Drinking Coffee May Help Preserve Kidney Function in Type 2 Diabetes”
Bariatric Surgery Promotes Remission of Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes
A new study shows that weight-loss surgery has a range of potential benefits in people with prediabetes or diabetes, including remission of the condition… Read More “Bariatric Surgery Promotes Remission of Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes”
Childhood Abuse Linked to Type 2 Diabetes in Adults
A new study shows how traumatic experiences can have a lasting impact in health, including when it comes to developing type 2 diabetes… Read More “Childhood Abuse Linked to Type 2 Diabetes in Adults”
Farxiga Shows Promise as Add-On Treatment for Young People With Type 2
This blood-glucose-lowering drug helped younger people with type 2 diabetes reach their glucose goals when combined with other therapies, a new study shows… Read More “Farxiga Shows Promise as Add-On Treatment for Young People With Type 2”
Drinking Coffee Linked to Lower Retinopathy Risk in Type 2
People with type 2 diabetes who drank more coffee were less likely to experience eye-related diabetes complications, according to a new study… Read More “Drinking Coffee Linked to Lower Retinopathy Risk in Type 2”
Healthy Lifestyle Shown to Reduce Blood Pressure Risk in Type 2
While people with type 2 diabetes are at higher risk for elevated blood pressure, a healthy lifestyle may reduce this risk, according to a new study… Read More “Healthy Lifestyle Shown to Reduce Blood Pressure Risk in Type 2”
Cognitive Impairment Linked to Cardiovascular Events in Type 2 Diabetes
These study results suggest that cognitive screening could inform strategies to prevent heart attacks and strokes, according to researchers… Read More “Cognitive Impairment Linked to Cardiovascular Events in Type 2 Diabetes”
Long-Lived Parents, In-Laws Linked to Lower Risk for Type 2
A new study poses some interesting questions about family links to longevity and diabetes… Read More “Long-Lived Parents, In-Laws Linked to Lower Risk for Type 2”