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Hypertension drug could prevent the onset of Type 1 diabetes, study says

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation has revealed that a common drug used to treat hypertension is capable of preventing the onset of type 1 diabetes

Feb 18, 2018

By Nirmal Narayanan

Health

Singapore minister Gan Kim Yong to chair WHO commission on non-communicable diseases

Gan Kim Yong said he will share Singapore's experience with NCD, exchange views with the global counterparts and contribute to the work of the commission.

Feb 17, 2018

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Health

Breastfeeding for 6 months or more may reduce diabetes risk: Study

Researchers have found very strong association between breastfeeding duration and lower risk of developing diabetes.

Jan 18, 2018

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Health

Experts identify gene causing diabetes, low blood sugar levels: Are you prone to the disease?

The study showed that besides Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, nearly 1-2 per cent of cases of the blood sugar condition is due to impairment in a gene called MAFA.

Jan 16, 2018

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Diabetes Resource Centre opens in Nee Soon to raise awareness among residents

Health

Pain-free skin patch to control sugar levels of diabetics

There is good news for diabetics as researchers have developed a pain-free skin patch containing dissolvable compounds that respond to blood chemistry to manage glucose automatically.

Dec 28, 2017

By IANS

Health

Social isolation might lead to diabetes: Study

Men and women who are not active socially and remain isolated can be affected by diabetes than individuals with larger social networks, a study has found.

Dec 20, 2017

By IANS

Surgeon Guarrera prepares donated harvested kidney to transplant into patient Abernathy as part of five-way...

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Kidney disease may up risk of diabetes: Study

If you are suffering from kidney dysfunction, you may be at high risk of developing diabetes, finds a study.

Dec 12, 2017

By IANS

Technology

This smartphone case monitors blood sugar levels on the go

Researchers have developed a smartphone case and app that can record and track their blood glucose readings, whether they are.

Dec 8, 2017

By IANS

Health

Suffering from diabetes? Stick to these fruits

Diabetes has come to be one of the most dreaded offshoots of modern and hectic lifestyles. In such cases, fruits play a major role and can go a long way in helping a diabetes patients condition from worsening.

Nov 14, 2017

By IANS

Health

Antioxidant-rich foods may lower type 2 diabetes risk, says research

People who consume food rich in antioxidants may observe a decrease in type 2 diabetes, reveals a new study.

Nov 12, 2017

By IANS

Health

Bone hormone 'osteocalcin' can control diabetes: Study

The hormone produced by bone cell known as osteocalcin plays a pivotal role in declining the furtherance of sugar and fat levels in the body, and unveil its ability to prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity found researchers

Nov 3, 2017

By Bikash Rai

Health

Scientists unravel mystery behind spurt in diabetes

a recent study answered a long-standing question as to why diabetics have more amount of an enzyme called dipeptidyl peptidase 4 or DPP4 in their blood.

Oct 27, 2017

By IANS

Health

Plastic devices linked to diabetes, heart diseases

Phthalates are used in common consumer products such as food packaging, wrappings, toys, medications and medical devices.

Jul 18, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Broccoli can help deplete blood sugar levels in diabetics

Health

Suffering from diabetes? Broccoli can help deplete blood sugar levels

This chemical has been detected by scientists from Sweden, the US and Switzerland.

Jun 24, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysian woman jailed and fined for stealing 10 chocolate bars on Christmas Day

Health

Chocolate consumption in small quantities reduces heart ailment and diabetes risk: Study

According to reports, dark chocolate has more antioxidants, which help in boosting the immune system and prevent cell damage.

Apr 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Monitoring blood glucose levels using sensors

Technology

Apple's biomedical engineers secretly developing non-invasive blood-sugar level sensor

Apple is working on integrating non-invasive blood-sugar level sensors into Apple Watch.

Apr 13, 2017

By Vinod Yalburgi

Science

From a new planet to climbing fish: Top 7 discoveries of 2016

New horizons in medical science, astronomy and life science were explored in 2016, leading to path-breaking discoveries.

Dec 20, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Health

World Diabetes Day: Singapore kicks off crowdsourcing project to address looming crisis

Singapore has the second-highest proportion of diabetics among developed nations; million patients likely by 2050

Nov 14, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Health

Diabetes: New study reveals patients far likely to get other autoimmune disorders

Thyroid is the most common autoimmune diseases that patients of type 1 diabetes develop.

Oct 22, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Health

7 easy tips to maintain your oral health and flaunt a beautiful smile

Here are some easy ways to prevent problems like bad breath, gum problems or diabetes

Oct 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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