TYPE 1 DIABETES

Jan 26 2025HEALTH

Polish Kids with Diabetes and ADHD: A Double Challenge

Life is tough enough for kids with type 1 diabetes, but imagine also dealing with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This is a common situation in Poland, according to researchers. Many kids with type 1 diabetes (T1D) also have ADHD, but it often goes unnoticed. This makes managing diabetes even harder. Doctors know about this link, but they're unsure h...

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Staying Steady with MiniMed780G: Diabetes Control During Ramadan

Imagine fasting during Ramadan with Type 1 diabetes. Sounds tough, right? But the MiniMed780G system might just be the game-changer many people need. A study from Saudi Arabia looked into how well this smart insulin pump kept blood sugar levels steady before, during, and after Ramadan. The team from Dallah Hospital collected data from 43 people with Type 1 diabetes ...

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

What's the Deal with B Cells and Type 1 Diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a big deal—it's when your body doesn't make insulin, and sugar levels go way up. Scientists have long known it's caused by a mix of genes, environment, and unknown stuff. Immune cells, especially T cells, play a big part. Now, researchers are paying attention to B cells too. In lab mice, without B cells, T1D doesn't happen. Even if it starts,...

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Listening to Diabetes: How Voice Tech Can Help T1D Adults and Caregivers

Managing diabetes can be tough, especially for those with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and their caregivers. Diabetes distress, the emotional burden of living with the condition, can really take a toll. But what if there was a simple, voice-based tool to help? A study called PsyVoice looked into this. They wanted to know if adults with T1D and parents caring for kids with ...

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Dec 12 2024HEALTH

Insulin Pumps in Surgery: A New Way for People with Type 1 Diabetes

Imagine you're having a big operation, like a thyroidectomy, and you have type 1 diabetes. You might be worried about managing your insulin levels. Well, two girls, aged 12 and 33, recently had this surgery while using an automated insulin delivery (AID) system. This isn't your typical insulin pump; it's smarter, adjusting insulin levels automatically based on your n...

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

Fasting with Type 1 Diabetes During Ramadan: Managing Blood Sugar Levels

For people with type 1 diabetes, fasting during Ramadan can be extra challenging. They might have to go hours without food or water, which can make their blood sugar levels go crazy. Doctors usually suggest avoiding fasting, but some people still choose to do it. In that case, they need to watch their blood sugar levels like a hawk. Doctors use a tool called the glyc...

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Clinician Views on the Bio-Artificial Pancreas for Type 1 Diabetes

In the world of healthcare, professionals play a crucial role as gatekeepers for patients. So, what do they think about a new device called the Bio-Artificial Pancreas (BAP)? This device aims to help people with type 1 diabetes manage their condition better. A recent study in the Netherlands explored healthcare professionals' views on using the BAP in clinics and who...

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Glucose Levels and Exercise: A Look at Men and Women with Type 1 Diabetes

Ever wondered how men and women with type 1 diabetes handle glucose levels during and after exercises? Researchers aimed to find out by examining an active group of adults. They uncovered some interesting facts about how glucose levels react differently for men and women during physical activities. By taking a closer look at these respondents, we can see that both se...

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Short Breaks from Sitting: How It Affects Sugar and Insulin in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes

Imagine you're an adult with type 1 diabetes, wearing a pump that gives insulin 24/7. You're told to sit for six hours, either straight or with short exercise breaks every half hour. What happens to your blood sugar and insulin? A small study found that these little exercise breaks raised insulin levels and improved how well your body used it after meals. But the bre...

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