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The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology: Higher doses of semaglutide can safely enhance weight loss and improve health for adults living with obesity, two new clinical trials confirm

Two large-scale clinical trials found that a higher dose of semaglutide significantly improves weight loss and related health outcomes in adults with obesity. The study revealed an average weight loss of nearly 19% in those receiving the higher dose, compared to 10% with the standard dose or placebo.

SourceThe Lancet·JournalThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 14, 2025
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Links between diabetes and depression are similar across Europe, study of over-50s in 18 countries finds

A new European study of over 45,000 individuals aged 50-plus found a significant association between diabetes and depression, with individuals having diabetes increasing their risk of developing severe depressive symptoms by 48%, regardless of country. Conversely, those with high depressive symptoms had a 15% higher odds of developing ...

SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Diabetes·DateSep 13, 2025

Your genes could prune your gut bugs and protect you from disease

Researchers found genetic peptides called alpha-defensins that shape gut bacteria, producing healthier microbiomes and reducing insulin resistance. This discovery suggests personalized treatments can be tailored to individual genes, offering new hope for addressing chronic diseases like obesity and diabetes.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalThe EMBO Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 10, 2025
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Semaglutide reduces cocaine use in rats

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg found that semaglutide reduced both cocaine use and relapse in rats, with motivation to keep taking cocaine decreasing by 52%. The study suggests that semaglutide may blunt cocaine's ability to raise dopamine levels in the brain.

SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalEuropean Neuropsychopharmacology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 5, 2025
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New study reveals diabetes changes the shape of our hearts

Researchers found that diabetes directly affects the heart's structure and energy production in humans for the first time. Diabetes causes distinct molecular changes to heart cells and structural changes to the muscle, particularly in patients with ischaemic cardiomyopathy.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalEMBO Molecular Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 2, 2025
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Metformin changes blood metal levels in humans

A Kobe University study found that metformin reduces copper and iron levels and increases zinc levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. This suggests a possible mechanism for the drug's beneficial effects beyond lowering blood sugar levels.

SourceKobe University·JournalBMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 31, 2025

First enzyme-targeting drug reverses liver damage in MASH

A new investigational drug, ION224, shows promise in treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious form of fatty liver disease. By targeting the DGAT2 enzyme, the drug helps reduce fat buildup and inflammation, two major drivers of liver damage.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalThe Lancet·DateAug 27, 2025
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Pennington Biomedical opens Advanced Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic

The Pennington Biomedical Research Center has opened a new Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic in Baton Rouge, providing specialized care for patients managing diabetes and endocrine disorders. The clinic is led by Dr. Timothy Gilbert, who brings nearly 20 years of private practice experience to the region.

SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·DateAug 26, 2025

Mediterranean diet combined with calorie reduction and exercise may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes by nearly one-third

A Mediterranean-style diet, along with reduced caloric intake and moderate physical activity, has been shown to lower the risk of type 2 diabetes by 31%. The study found that participants in the intervention group lost an average of 3.3 kilograms and reduced their waist circumference by 3.6 centimeters.

SourceHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 25, 2025

Younger men have higher risk for mortality and cardiovascular disease for type 2 diabetes than type 1 diabetes; whereas for women type 1 diabetes outcomes are worse at all ages

A new study found that younger men with type 2 diabetes are more likely to experience worse cardiovascular disease and mortality outcomes compared to those with type 1 diabetes. In contrast, women with type 1 diabetes face poorer health outcomes across all ages, particularly due to longer exposure to high blood sugar levels and less ag...

SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Diabetes·DateAug 24, 2025
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Untangling glucose traffic jams in Type 2 diabetes

A new study from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) reveals that glucose uptake is poorly managed in β-cells from people with Type 2 diabetes, leading to reduced insulin secretion. Restoring proper GLUT trafficking could slow disease progression and personalize therapies, according to the researchers.

SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 18, 2025
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Study links exercise with decreased mortality and cardiovascular events in people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes but no previous cardiovascular disease

A new study found that self-reported physical activity is associated with reduced risk of all-cause mortality and major adverse cardiac events in individuals recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Higher levels of physical activity were linked to lower risks of cardiovascular disease and death, even after adjusting for other risk fac...

SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Diabetes·DateAug 7, 2025

Biomarkers reveal risk of cardiovascular disease in type 2 diabetes

An international research team has identified epigenetic biomarkers that can predict which individuals with type 2 diabetes are at risk of cardiovascular disease. The study used DNA methylation as a way to identify these biomarkers in blood, and found over 400 sites with altered DNA methylation.

SourceLund University·JournalCell Reports Medicine·DateAug 7, 2025

Three weekly servings of French fries linked to higher diabetes risk

A recent study published in The BMJ found that consuming three weekly servings of French fries is associated with a 20% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In contrast, eating similar amounts of boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes does not substantially increase the risk. Replacing potatoes with whole grains was also linked to ...

SourceBMJ Group·JournalBMJ·DateAug 6, 2025
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Potatoes may increase risk of type 2 diabetes—depending on their preparation

A new study found that consuming three servings of French fries weekly increased the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 20%. In contrast, baked, boiled, or mashed potatoes were not significantly associated with T2D risk. Swapping any form of potato for whole grains may lower the risk of T2D, with a 4% reduction in risk estimated.

SourceHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health·JournalThe BMJ·TypeObservational study·DateAug 6, 2025

The link between immune aging and type 2 diabetes

This review synthesizes evidence highlighting immune aging as a critical accelerator of type 2 diabetes pathogenesis. Chronic low-grade inflammation, organelle stress pathways, and the ominous octet framework contribute to metabolic-inflammatory vortex, disrupting β-cell function and insulin signaling.

SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalExploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine·DateAug 6, 2025
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Several healthy diet patterns are associated with reduced risk of type 2 diabetes regardless of ethnicity – shows meta-analysis of more than 800,000 people

A large meta-analysis of over 800,000 participants shows that high adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Alternative Healthy Eating Index, and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension reduces type 2 diabetes risk across diverse ethnic groups. These three diets have been recommended for general health and their potential benefits were fou...

SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Diabetes·DateJul 30, 2025

Cracking the code for organ-specific drug delivery

A UNLV study uses an mRNA cocktail to selectively route to the pancreas, reducing the risk of immune responses and side effects. The breakthrough offers new hope for treating pancreas-related diseases, including cancer and diabetes.

SourceUniversity of Nevada, Las Vegas·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateJul 30, 2025

Muscle “marbling”: Good in steak, bad in our bodies

A new study suggests that marbling of fat inside muscles is a strong indicator of poor health, including obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and neuromuscular disorders. The research found that intramuscular fat acts as a physical barrier obstructing muscle healing and regeneration.

SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2025
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A financial toll on patients with type 2 diabetes

A recent study found that patients with type 2 diabetes experience worse financial outcomes, including below-prime credit scores and medical debt in collections. Nearly two-thirds of diabetes patients were estimated to have an adverse financial outcome, compared to half of other patients. The findings highlight the importance of screen...

SourceOhio State University·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 28, 2025

Type 2 diabetes and financial outcomes

Patients with type 2 diabetes experience more severe financial difficulties compared to those without the condition. The study emphasizes the importance of considering patient financial health when treating type 2 diabetes, particularly for vulnerable populations.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 28, 2025
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

“Forever chemicals” linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes

A new study found that exposure to PFAS, a class of synthetic chemicals, may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Higher levels of PFAS were associated with a significantly greater risk of developing T2D in the future.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalEBioMedicine·DateJul 21, 2025

A new diabetes subtype identified in Sub-Saharan Africa and Black Americans, study finds

Researchers have discovered a non-autoimmune form of type 1 diabetes prevalent in young people in Sub-Saharan Africa, differing from the typical autoimmune pattern seen in other regions. The study's findings also suggest an ancestral or genetic link between this subtype and African ancestry in the US.

SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology·DateJul 21, 2025

GLP-1 RA use and survival among older adults with cancer and type 2 diabetes

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found that glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA) treatment was associated with reduced all-cause mortality among older patients with cancer and type 2 diabetes. The survival benefit persisted across various subgroups, including age, sex, and cancer type.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 18, 2025
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Nighttime pistachio snacking may reshape gut microbiome in prediabetic adults

A new study found that consuming pistachios every night for 12 weeks altered bacteria in the gut of adults with prediabetes, increasing beneficial short-chain fatty acids like butyrate. The changes may offer long-term health benefits, potentially slowing Type 2 diabetes development or reducing inflammation.

SourcePenn State·JournalCurrent Developments in Nutrition·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 14, 2025

Common sugar substitute shown to impair brain cells, boost stroke risk

A new study suggests that erythritol, commonly used in low-carb products, can alter the function of brain microvascular endothelial cells, leading to increased risk of stroke. The sugar substitute was found to constrict blood vessels and reduce the production of natural clot-busting compounds.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalJournal of Applied Physiology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 14, 2025

New Leicester study reveals hidden heart risks in women with Type 2 Diabetes

A new Leicester study found that women with type 2 diabetes are nearly twice as likely as men to have hidden heart damage, according to researchers. The study used advanced MRI scans and data from four studies conducted at the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre.

SourceUniversity of Leicester·JournalJournal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance·TypeObservational study·DateJul 10, 2025

Study reveals the hidden benefits of weight loss on fat tissue

A recent study published in Nature reveals that weight loss triggers the breakdown and recycling of fats called lipids, potentially leading to improved health outcomes. Weight loss also clears out senescent cells, which are ageing and damaged cells that accumulate in tissues, reducing inflammation and scarring.

SourceUK Research and Innovation·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2025
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Study supports link between saliva enzyme gene and Type 2 diabetes

A Cornell University study found that people with more copies of the AMY1 gene have higher salivary amylase activity, which may be protective against Type 2 diabetes. Researchers suggest that a higher copy number may lead to earlier insulin release and lower blood glucose levels.

SourceCornell University·JournalPLOS One·DateJul 3, 2025
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Over decades, a healthy lifestyle outperforms metformin in preventing onset of Type 2 diabetes

A new study confirms that intensive lifestyle modification is more effective than metformin in preventing the onset of Type 2 diabetes. The health benefits from lifestyle intervention persisted for over 20 years, with participants experiencing a reduced risk of developing diabetes compared to those on metformin.

SourceUniversity of New Mexico Health Sciences Center·JournalThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 2, 2025

The most effective diabetes drugs don't reach enough patients yet

A new study found that the newer generation of effective diabetes medications are not reaching enough patients. The study analyzed data from over 40,000 records and found that only 20% of patients with type 2 diabetes were taking GLP-1 drugs within a year of diagnosis, and less than 15% were taking SGLT2 drugs.

SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJournal of Diabetes·DateJun 30, 2025

Living near an ocean polluted by microplastics may increase cardiometabolic disease risk

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that residents in U.S. coastal counties near ocean waters with high concentrations of microplastics are at higher risk for Type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, and stroke. The study analyzed data from 152 counties and found a significant association betwe...

SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateJun 18, 2025
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Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

New review highlights impact of diabetes on bone health and fracture risk

A landmark review highlights how diabetes alters bone microarchitecture and increases fracture risk in people with type 2 diabetes, despite normal or elevated bone mineral density. The authors advocate for updated diagnostic tools, including a revised TBS algorithm, to more accurately reflect bone quality in individuals with central ob...

SourceInternational Osteoporosis Foundation·JournalOsteoporosis International·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 18, 2025

Johns Hopkins Medicine study finds eating ‘DASH for diabetes’ lower-sodium diet can produce clinically meaningful reduction in blood pressure for people with type 2 diabetes

A new study finds that a lower-sodium DASH-style diet can produce clinically meaningful reductions in blood pressure for adults with type 2 diabetes. The study, which modified the original DASH diet for people with type 2 diabetes, achieved a 5-point reduction in systolic blood pressure, resulting in lower risks of stroke, cardiovascul...

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateJun 10, 2025

Intensive weight loss programme improves eating disorder symptoms in people with Type 2 Diabetes at risk of eating disorders, Oxford study finds

A University of Oxford study found that an intensive low-energy diet programme significantly improved eating disorder symptoms in people with type 2 diabetes and excess weight at risk of developing eating disorders. The programme showed benefits persisting six months after completion.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalThe Lancet Psychiatry·DateJun 10, 2025

Primary care clinics can successfully use glucose monitors to help people with diabetes

A new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus shows that primary care clinics can effectively introduce continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) into their practices. The study found that both self-guided and virtual CGM initiation services were successful, regardless of clinic size or diabetes expertise.

SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalBMC Primary Care·DateJun 9, 2025
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Combination finerenone and empagliflozin shows superior efficacy in reducing albuminuria in chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes patients

The CONFIDENCE trial demonstrates that combination therapy with finerenone and empagliflozin leads to significantly greater reductions in albuminuria than either agent alone. The study shows a 52% median reduction in urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio, achieving the ADA-recommended target for 70% of patients.

SourceBeyond·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateJun 5, 2025