International Diabetes News
GLP-1s may offer better dementia protection than metformin
The International Diabetes Federation reports there were about 589 million adults around the world living with diabetes in 2024, with 90% of these having type 2 diabetes. Past studies show that people who have type 2 diabetes — a chronic condition where the body does not use its insulin properly — are at a higher risk of developing dementia.
Could the Cure for Diabetes Be Hiding in a Berry?
A traditional desert berry could reshape the future of diabetes care. In a world where diabetes is rising rapidly—projected to impact 750 million people by 2045—there’s growing interest in natural therapies that treat more than just symptoms. One such discovery is the “desert cherry”, or Nitraria roborowskii Kom (NRK), a wild berry long used in traditional Chinese medicine. Now, science is catching up, with promising research showing this plant might help reset the body’s metabolic balance. Could this ancient remedy become a modern-day breakthrough?
What you need to know about insulin supply issues in the UK
On 23 July 2025, the DHSC issued a Medicine Supply Notification for Eli Lilly’s Humulin insulin range in 10ml vials, which are being discontinued. This includes: Humulin I 100units/ml suspension for injection 10ml vials, Humulin M3 100units/ml suspension for injection 10ml vials, and Humulin S 100units/ml solution for injection 10ml vials. It is anticipated there will be no stock of Humulin I 10ml vials by the end of April 2026 and no stock of Humulin M3 or Humulin S 10ml vials by the end of May 2026.
Feeling tired all the time? It may signal underlying problems like cancer, diabetes or mental health issues
You know how it’s like when you’ve had a late night. The following day, your battery just can’t seem to last past lunchtime. By 2pm, you’re ready to tap out. But those tired days can usually be remedied with a nap or a few nights’ good sleep. The situation is different when you consistently wake up to your body and mind saying “no, thank you” and “can we stay in bed?”.
“In medical terms, fatigue is usually a more prolonged and persistent state of physical, mental, or emotional exhaustion,” said Dr Sky Koh, an associate consultant and family physician with National University Polyclinics. “Fatigue also affects your ability to perform daily activities and may not be relieved by rest or sleep.”
Is Diabetes Actually a Brain-Centered Disease?
Inactivating specific brain neurons normalized blood sugar in diabetic mice without affecting body weight. Successfully managing type 2 diabetes may depend more on targeting specific brain neurons than on addressing obesity or insulin resistance alone, according to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation. For several years, researchers have known that hyperactivity of a subset of neurons located in the hypothalamus, called AgRP neurons, is common in mice with diabetes.
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