Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder typically diagnosed in children, teens and young adults, but it can develop at any age. Learn about the signs and symptoms of this condition and get expert guidance on blood sugar monitoring, medication, meal planning and more.
While researchers found that implanted pancreatic cells produced insulin in response to meals, there are still many barriers to creating an effective and practical treatment… Read More “New Research Highlights Progress, Challenges for Stem Cell Derived Implants for Type 1”
These two supplements, taken together, reduced the risk for autoimmune diseases over five years in a group of thousands of older adults… Read More “Vitamin D and Fish Oil Reduce Autoimmune Disease Risk in Older Adults”
A new study reports that not only did a closed-loop system result in better blood sugar control in young people, but it also improved their quality of life… Read More “Closed-Loop System Shown to Improve Quality of Life in Diabetes”
Earlier and more intensive control was found to reduce heart and kidney complications of type 1 diabetes, according to a new study… Read More “Early Treatment for Type 1 Reduces Cardiovascular and Kidney Disease Risks”
A father is gaining support on Reddit for publicly calling out his daughter’s school nurse after the daughter, who has type 1 diabetes, fainted due to low blood sugar… Read More “Reddit Backs Father After Daughter With Type 1 Diabetes Faints”
The injectable type 2 diabetes drug was found to have potential benefits in overweight adults with type 1 diabetes, according to a new study… Read More “Victoza Reduces Body Fat, Increases Time in Range in Overweight Adults With Type 1”
In the first trial of a stem cell-derived therapy to replace insulin-producing islet cells, one person with type 1 diabetes saw a sharp drop in external insulin needed… Read More “Vertex: New Stem Cell Based Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Shown Effective in First Patient”
A new study shows that video games involving physical activity provide both cardiovascular benefits and enjoyment to people with type 1 diabetes… Read More “Active Video Games May Be Good Alternative to Running for Exercise in Type 1”
A new report looks at how health care providers can help ensure that adults with type 1 diabetes receive the best possible care… Read More “Consensus Statement Outlines Care Needs for Adults With Type 1”
Breastfeeding your baby for at least six months significantly reduces the risk for type 1 diabetes later on, according to a new analysis… Read More “Longer Breastfeeding, Later Introduction of Cow’s Milk Reduces Type 1 Risk in Children”
