Category: Diabetes Research News
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Increasing Cell Protection Against Immune System Attacks
One of the challenges researchers have faced with using cell therapy to treat type 1 diabetes is that the body’s immune system may still attack and destroy transplanted cells. This […]
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Generating Pancreatic Islet Organoids to Treat Type 1 Diabetes
In individuals with type 1 diabetes, the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells. Without a naturally occurring supply of insulin to manage glucose, blood-glucose levels can quickly […]
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Could Insulin-Producing Beta Cells Play a Role in Triggering Onset of Type 1 Diabetes?
Researchers know that type 1 diabetes (T1D) occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells. This leaves the body unable to self-regulate blood glucose levels because […]
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Redifferentiating Beta Cells to Treat Type 1 Diabetes
All cells serve a specific purpose, and each one plays an integral role in the function and survival of the human body. However, in individuals with type 1 diabetes, insulin-producing […]
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New Oral Treatment May Help with Managing HbA1c for Type 1 Diabetes
Keeping HbA1c levels within a healthy range can be challenging for those living with type 1 diabetes. It requires constant vigilance when it comes to monitoring blood sugar levels and […]
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Type 1 Diabetes Cases Continue to Rise
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a well-known disease, but it is one that scientists have yet to find a way to prevent or cure. The exact cause is unknown because […]
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Exploring the Impact of Type 1 Diabetes on Bone Health
The body continually goes through a cycle of bone formation and bone resorption. As bone tissue is broken down and calcium is released, new microstructures are formed to support bone […]
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Advancements in Type 1 Diabetes Management Technology
One of the challenges – and frustrations – of living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) is multiple finger sticks each day to test blood sugar levels. Individuals want to ensure […]
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Three Words that Changed My Life Forever…Type 1 Diabetes
National Tell a Story Day I will never forget April 30, 2003, the day my life changed forever. My mom picked me up from school and asked, “How many times […]
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Exploring the Impact of Environment on Type 1 Diabetes Risk
While researchers know that type 1 diabetes is caused by the destruction of insulin-producing beta cells, what they are still uncertain about are the exact causes of this process. They […]
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Making Insulin More Affordable During Coronavirus Pandemic
The coronavirus crisis has turned life upside down for people around the world. As tighter restrictions are put in place and more businesses are forced to close or cut hours, […]
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Investigating a New Form of Diabetes Management – a Smart Patch
The traditional method of managing type 1 diabetes is testing blood sugar levels, then dosing and administering the correct amount of insulin to keep blood sugar within the target range. […]