Diabetes patients to be offered artificial-pancreas technology
The rollout of new devices for thousands in England with type 1 diabetes is hailed as a landmark moment. Source link
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International body recommends more sensitive test to indicate risk of developing diabetes
The measure of blood sugar one hour after a 75 gm sugar solution is consumed is likely to be a far more sensitive and practical method to screen for intermediate hyperglycaemia, say experts. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/IStockphoto The International Diabetes Federation (IDF), in a position statement, has recommended the adoption of a test measuring … Read more
What is the HbA1C test and why is it used to check for diabetes? | Explained
India is estimated to have 10.13 crore people with diabetes, and another 13.6 crore people who are pre-diabetic, according to a nationwide study published in 2023. This apart, over 35% of Indians suffer from hypertension and nearly 40% from abdominal obesity, both of which are risk factors for diabetes. India accounts for 17% of all … Read more
One million have undiagnosed type 2 diabetes in England
Older adults were more likely to have type 2 diabetes, but younger adults were more likely to be undiagnosed if they did have it – 50% of those aged 16 to 44 years with the condition were undiagnosed, compared with 27% of those aged 75 years and over, according to the estimates. Source link
Theresa May's type 1 diabetes go-to was Jelly Babies
The former prime minister tells BBC News sweets helped her out in some sticky situations in meetings. Source link
Oxfordshire man with diabetes 'in limbo' after benefits refusal
Ashley Hall has also been diagnosed with bile acid malabsorption, which leaves him in constant pain. Source link
Fitterfly launches JEDi: A Leap Forward in AI-enabled Diabetes Interventions in India – ET HealthWorld
Mumbai: India is at the brink of a diabetes epidemic, with over 101 million people living with diabetes and over 130 million with a very high risk of developing it in the next 5 years. Despite advances in healthcare, the world is staring at a ticking time bomb that threatens the ability of India to … Read more
Digital Disruption: Future of Healthcare – ET HealthWorld
By Kalyan Sattaru Today, we are in the information age, having access to more instantly available knowledge than ever before. Technology advancements have made this possible. From the rise of e-commerce and apps for ride-sharing services, to video streaming options, virtual video conferencing services, technology is making it easy for people to deal with their … Read more
New diabetes remission clinic uses advanced algorithms, machine learning to tackle disease – ET HealthWorld
New Delhi: To address the escalating incidence of pre-diabetes and diabetes in the country, a private hospital has unveiled a pioneering diabetes remission clinic. The initiative, a collaboration by Fortis C-DOC and Twin Health USA, has introduced the Whole-Body Digital Twin technology that uses advanced algorithms and machine learning to provide patients with tailored strategies … Read more
Dr Reddy’s launches ‘Celevida Wellness’ e-commerce website for diabetes care – ET HealthWorld
Hyderabad: Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd has introduced its direct-to-consumer (D2C) online platform, ‘Celevida Wellness,’ catering specifically to diabetes patients through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Svaas Wellness Limited. Celevida Wellness aims to serve as a comprehensive solution for personalised care for individuals with Type 2 diabetes and those at risk of developing it, said the company. The … Read more