Diabetes Type 2

Health 4 days ago

Diabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — these are the 4 reasons

The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022. Experts weigh in on the risk.

Health 5 days ago

Warning sign of type 2 diabetes: 7 ways to reverse prediabetes

Prediabetes is almost always a precursor to type 2 diabetes — but it doesn’t have to lead to that outcome. Experts share healthy steps to reverse the condition.

Health October 24

Ozempic could help reduce Alzheimer’s risk for some, study suggests: ‘Shifting the paradigm’

Semaglutide medications — such as Ozempic, the popular diabetes medication — have been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease for certain groups, a new study finds.

HEALTH August 22

Meat consumption linked to higher type 2 diabetes risk in observational study

A diet high in meat — particularly processed meat and unprocessed red meat — could increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research from the University of Cambridge.

Food-Drink August 16

Adults with diabetes reap heart-health benefits from baked potatoes, new research reveals

Research recently presented by an assistant professor at UNLV reveals the health benefits of baked potatoes among adults with diabetes. Neda Akhavan, PhD, spoke of the findings to Fox News Digital.

HEALTH August 14

Pop singer Lance Bass has type 1.5 diabetes, here’s what to know about the disease

Pop singer Lance Bass recently shared that he has type 1.5 diabetes, also known as latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA). Experts reveal how it's different from other forms of diabetes.

HEALTH August 6

Ozempic patients may face dangerous risks during surgery, doctors warn

Patients who are taking GLP-1 medications — including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others — could face complications during surgery, recent research has shown. Doctors shared cautionary advice.

RESPIRATORY HEALTH July 30

Ozempic may help diabetes patients quit smoking, study finds

A study found that smokers with type 2 diabetes taking Ozempic had fewer tobacco-related medical visits and received less help to quit smoking than those on other diabetes drugs.

HEALTH July 28

Diabetes patients now have access to first generic GLP-1 medication: ‘More accessible and affordable’

The first-ever generic GLP-1 medication — a duplicate version of Teva Pharmaceuticals' Victoza — was launched on June 25. Doctors explain the potential benefits for diabetes patients.

Weight Loss July 10

Ozempic and Wegovy needles require proper disposal, health officials say — here's how to throw them away

For those using medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, proper disposal is essential for safety. In certain areas, needles can be safely disposed of using household items.