DIABETES MELLITUS

Jul 05 2025HEALTH

Understanding Diabetes: A Closer Look at Its Rise in China

Diabetes is a big deal in China. It's a health issue that's growing fast. To tackle this, we need to understand how common it is and what makes it worse. But, there's a problem. Not many big studies have looked at this in China. A recent study tried to change that. It used data from many places in China. The goal was to see how many adults get diabetes and what affe...

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Jun 13 2025HEALTH

Curing Type 2 Diabetes: Can It Really Happen?

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a massive global issue. By 2045, experts predict that over 629 million people will be dealing with it. This condition seriously raises the risk of heart disease and other serious health problems. Even if blood sugar levels return to normal, the damage from high blood sugar can last. This is because high blood sugar leaves a lasting mark on...

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Jun 09 2025HEALTH

Boosting Diabetes Treatment with Smart Drug Delivery

Diabetes is a common and potentially severe condition. It messes with the body's ability to manage blood sugar levels and damages important cells. One way to fight this is by using a substance called IL-1Ra. This substance blocks certain signals that cause inflammation and cell damage. However, it has a big problem: it disappears from the body too quickly. This makes...

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May 29 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Struggle: Life with Uncontrolled Diabetes in China

In China, a significant number of people are living with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). More than half of these individuals have blood sugar levels that are not under control. This lack of control can seriously affect their overall well-being and daily life. Understanding what makes life challenging for these people is crucial for healthcare providers. The qual...

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May 24 2025HEALTH

How Pollution Shapes Diabetes

Environmental pollutants are now recognized as key players in the development of diabetes mellitus (DM). This is a condition marked by issues with glucose regulation and insulin production. While lifestyle choices and genetics have long been blamed, pollutants like particulate matter, heavy metals, and persistent organic pollutants are increasingly under the spotligh...

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May 06 2025HEALTH

Theabrownin: A Potential Game-Changer for Gestational Diabetes Muscle Issues

The offspring of mothers with gestational diabetes often face long-term health challenges. These include problems with their skeletal muscles. Traditional treatments mostly focus on controlling blood sugar levels. However, they do not address the underlying changes in muscle metabolism and structure. This is where theabrownin (TB), a compound found in Pu-erh tea, com...

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May 03 2025HEALTH

Understanding Diabetes in Chiro Town: Knowledge and Care

Diabetes mellitus is a complex condition. It affects how the body uses sugar. This disease has many causes. It leads to high blood sugar levels. These high levels can cause serious health problems. They can even lead to death. So, it is crucial to know how to prevent and manage diabetes. This knowledge can improve care and health outcomes. In Chiro Town, Eastern Eth...

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Moringa vs. Metformin: The Diabetes Duel

Moringa oleifera, a plant packed with nutrients, is gaining attention for its potential to manage type 2 diabetes. This condition, marked by high blood sugar, affects millions worldwide. It's often linked to lifestyle factors, genetics, and environmental influences. Traditional treatments, like metformin, are commonly used but can have side effects. This is where Mor...

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Mar 13 2025HEALTH

Sugar Shock: Nigeria's Diabetes Crisis and What Needs to Change

Diabetes, once a rare condition, is now a major health concern in Nigeria. The country now has the highest number of people with diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa. This is due to changes in lifestyle. People are eating more processed foods and moving less. The healthcare system in Nigeria is struggling to keep up with this growing problem. Only about half of the people ...

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Cultural Care: Helping Indigenous People with Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major health concern for indigenous communities. These communities face higher rates of T2DM and related health issues. This is a big problem because the current treatments do not always fit well with the cultural needs of these groups. A recent study aimed to understand what culturally appropriate care looks like for indigenous ...

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