Category: Diabetes Research News

Researchers know that type 1 diabetes involves the body’s immune system mistakenly attacking and destroying insulin-producing beta cells, and that this can be affected by autoantibodies and antibodies. However, the […]

As researchers delve more deeply into trying to understand the origins of type 1 diabetes (T1D), they become increasingly aware that there is not a single disease pathogenesis, but rather […]

One of the key indicators in effective diabetes management is HbA1c level. In healthy, non-diabetic adults, the target range is 4% to 5.6%, while in individuals with diabetes, the goal […]

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a complex disease. Researchers believe that both genetics and autoantibodies play a role in development of the disease. In individuals with T1D, the immune system […]

Regular exercise is an important part of maintaining good health, and this goes for individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) as well. However, the question has often risen as to […]

There is no clear, concise explanation for why some people develop type 1 diabetes (T1D) and others do not, or what puts some people at greater risk for the disease. […]

A common complication associated with diabetes (T1D) is diabetic retinopathy. Poor blood sugar control can increase risk of this disease because it impacts the blood flow to the eye by […]

Managing type 1 diabetes (T1D) can be challenging for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for parents of young children with the disease. They must carefully monitor their child’s […]

If you or someone you love is living with type 1 diabetes, you know that, in addition to blood sugar becoming too high, having it drop too low is a […]

Many people are familiar with the two most common types of diabetes – type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes – but other forms exist such as gestational diabetes. According […]

Scientists understand a lot about the foundational cells that make up the body, but even still, they are always learning and discovering more. For instance, the body’s immune system is […]

  Managing type 1 diabetes requires careful monitoring of food intake, activity, blood sugar, and insulin administration. Depending on what a person eats and when, it impacts their blood glucose […]