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Faulty insulin pump tech led to hundreds of injuries, prompting app ecall

Technology defect in insulin pump app caused injuries to more than 200 diabetes patients. [ more ]

Futurism

6 days ago

Hundreds of Diabetics Injured When App Controlling Insulin Pump Malfunctions

The FDA issued a recall for an iOS app controlling insulin pumps due to a glitch causing potentially life-threatening malfunctions. [ more ]

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Weight-loss drugs aren't a magic bullet. Lifestyle changes are key to lasting health

The use of weight-loss medicines like semaglutide and tirzepatide is increasing in popularity due to their success in helping people lose weight.

These medications have been shown to have additional benefits for people with diabetes and cardiovascular disease. [ more ]

Inverse

A Gastroenterologist Reveals How To Tap Into Your Body's Natural Processes That Inspired Ozempic

Food processing removes key components that regulate metabolism, contributing to obesity and diabetes.

Combination therapy with GLP-1 and GIP shows promise in promoting weight loss. [ more ]

time.com

4 months ago

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy Show No Link to Suicide, FDA Says

The FDA has conducted a preliminary review of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity and found no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.

The agency will continue to investigate reports regarding more than a dozen drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. [ more ]

www.bostonherald.com

4 months ago

Ozempic mania's billions in bills are coming for US taxpayers

State and local governments in the US are facing skyrocketing costs for drugs to treat diabetes and obesity, which threatens to strain their healthcare budgets.

The high costs of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, priced at over $1,000 a month, are putting a burden on government healthcare programs like Medicaid and state health plans. [ more ]

Axios

Americans' physical health has deteriorated since the pandemic: Gallup

Americans' physical and mental health are suffering more than before the pandemic, with decreased healthy eating habits, high cholesterol, and lower confidence.

Obesity and diabetes rates are at record highs, with 38% of American adults obese in 2023, up from 32% in 2019. [ more ]

The Ringer

The Weight-Loss Drug Revolution, Part 1: Why These Drugs Work So Well

Weight-loss drugs have the potential to impact human metabolism, decision-making, and free will.

Patients with obesity and diabetes are now seeking treatment earlier due to increased public awareness of obesity as a disease. [ more ]

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Greenmedinfo

1 week ago

Alternative medicine

Why Date Sugar May be a Game-Changer for Diabetics

Dates show promise in diabetes management due to their antidiabetic properties supported by recent studies. [ more ]

Alternative Medicine Magazine

3 days ago

Alternative medicine

The Link Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease

People with diabetes have a significantly higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease due to various factors like inflammation, oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, vascular damage, and heart muscle stiffening. [ more ]

Alternative Medicine Magazine

3 days ago

Alternative medicine

Safe, Natural Tips to Avoid Losing Eyesight Due to Diabetes

Early detection and management of diabetic eye conditions are essential in preventing vision loss. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 days ago

OMG science

Can weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic also treat addiction and dementia?

Semaglutide has potential benefits beyond treating diabetes and weight loss, extending to areas like addiction and dementia. [ more ]

euronews

6 months ago

OMG science

Infecting animals with diabetes won't save human lives

Cruelty-free alternatives using human cells, mechanical devices, and computer models are available for studying diabetes.

Over 2.76 million experiments were conducted on animals in Great Britain in 2022 alone.

PETA scientists recommend immediately ending experiments on animals for diabetes research. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

1 day ago

Diabetes, Heart Problems and Kidney Disease Are Closely Linked

Chronic illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and kidney disease are closely connected, with shared risk factors needing early attention. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com

A Good Night's Sleep May Help Control Blood Sugar

Slow waves of electrical activity during deep sleep can serve as early warning signs of diabetes.

Getting a restful sleep may help control high blood sugar and manage type 2 diabetes. [ more ]

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Another Ozempic side effect? Facing the holidays with no appetite

Food is central to many people's lives, including during holiday celebrations.

The new obesity and diabetes medications can cause a loss of appetite, making food-focused holidays complicated for some.

People can lose their desire to eat due to reasons such as stress, grief, and illness. [ more ]

Cbsnews

6 months ago

Research finds women who sleep less are at higher risk for diabetes

Sleeping less can increase the risk of diabetes in women.

Reducing sleep by an hour and a half can lead to lower insulin sensitivity in women.

Consistently getting seven to nine hours of sleep a night can help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. [ more ]

Poynter

2 weeks ago

Deepfake video falsely pitches dietary supplement "created with Pfizer" as diabetes remedy - Poynter

Posts claiming to help avoid health scams on Facebook may be scams themselves, like the deepfake video warning about Dr. Oz's scams. [ more ]

The Atlantic

1 month ago

The Long-Term Effects of GLP-1 Drugs Are Unknown

Insulin was a groundbreaking discovery for diabetes, leading to significant advancements in medicine. [ more ]

www.bostonherald.com

These patients had to lobby for correct diabetes diagnoses. Was their race a reason?

Misdiagnosis of diabetes is a common problem, especially in cases of latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA).

Black patients may face a higher risk of misdiagnosis and disparities in diabetes care due to implicit biases in the healthcare system. [ more ]

New York Post

1 month ago

New York City

Construction worker who sucker-punched disabled NYC man inside elevator blames attack on diabetes - and could skirt jail time

Diabetes blamed for an elevator attack resulting in a potential plea deal avoiding jail time.

The accused's remorse and medical condition were key factors influencing the plea deal in the assault case. [ more ]

BBC News

2 months ago

Doctors question science behind blood sugar diet trend

Blood sugar monitors for non-diabetic individuals could be unnecessary and potentially harmful.

Research on the efficacy and impact of blood sugar monitors on non-diabetic individuals is still at an early stage. [ more ]

Mail Online

2 months ago

Light emitted by phones and LED lighting in offices may be 'toxic'

Long exposure to blue light can be toxic and disrupt blood sugar levels

15 minutes of red light can help regulate blood sugar levels [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Could weight-loss drugs like Ozempic cause depressionor help treat it?

GLP-1s, a drug class used for diabetes and weight loss, could potentially be effective in treating neurological conditions.

Wegovy and Ozempic, both containing semaglutide, have shown benefits beyond weight loss and heart protection. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times who covers health and wellness.

She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Here's What Your Dermatologist Can Tell About Your Skin Right Away And It Might Shock You

Changes in skin texture can indicate overall health concerns

Thickened or swollen skin may be a sign of diabetes

Slow healing of wounds may also be a sign of diabetes [ more ]

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How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times covering health and wellness.

She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead. [ more ]

Medium

Artificial intelligence

The Top LLM Frameworks, the OpenAI GPT Store, How to Evaluate a New LLM, and 60% Off ODSC East...

Apple is reorganizing its AI team by merging its San Diego employees with their counterparts in Austin.

Autonomous AI has helped improve eye screening rates for youths with diabetes, closing the gap in care.

Robots powered by AI took center stage at CES 2024, raising concerns about their impact on labor. [ more ]

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UX design

Non-invasive glucose monitor concept can save lives with its holistic design - Yanko Design

Non-invasive glucose monitors are being developed to make monitoring easier for people with diabetes.

The design of medical devices needs to take into account the psychological and emotional barriers that people have towards using them. [ more ]

New York Post

Public health

NYC, Eric Adams must wage campaign to curb diabetes 'epidemic' affecting 1 million New Yorkers: health report

A report commissioned by Mayor Eric Adams' Health Department recommends a well-funded citywide campaign to curb diabetes in New York City.

The report calls for opening more diabetes treatment centers in hospitals, expanding Medicaid reimbursement, and increasing healthier food options in underserved communities. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

This $2 billion unicorn startup is corporate America's secret weapon against Ozempic

As more people seek coverage for GLP-1 medications, employers are halting coverage due to rising costs.

Virta offers a cheaper alternative to GLP-1s through its virtual platform and nutritional therapy to reverse type 2 diabetes and obesity. [ more ]

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