Metformin is the most widely prescribed drug for type 2 diabetes and works by curbing the amount of sugar pumped around the ...

In two instances, this necessitates contacting your GP "straight away". Another side effect requires dialling 999 "now". The ...

A test using genetics to predict who is at the highest risk of developing type 1 diabetes could one day be applied to ...

Health care company Abbott is recalling approximately three million blood glucose sensors as there has been a fault found in ...

The DVLA has introduced new rules allowing bus, coach and lorry drivers with diabetes to monitor their glucose (sugar) levels ...

A pharmaceutical giant has issued a widespread product recall affecting 17 countries, including the UK. Abbott is recalling ...

Oral health is often overlooked in diabetes care, yet problems in the mouth can worsen blood sugar control – and diabetes can damage the mouth in return.

James O’Loan outlines challenges faced by individuals living with diabetes and how improvements in digital health are helping to improve management and care ...

Ultra-processed food consumption will boost young people’s risks of developing pre-diabetes and elevated blood sugar levels, according to new research. In a recently published study, scientists have ...

Scientists have discovered the reason why type 1 diabetes is more severe and aggressive among young children, which experts say could change the way the condition is treated and prevented. Type 1 ...

Have you ever thought about your personal risk of developing type 2 diabetes? A straightforward test may just help you grasp this - and it's recommended by the NHS. Although it cannot provide a ...

Ever wondered about your own risk of developing type 2 diabetes? It turns out there's a simple test that can help you grasp just this, and it's recommended by the NHS. Whilst it cannot provide a ...