Did you know that many moms around the world struggle with keeping their weight in check after giving birth? This can lead to health issues for both mom and baby. Scientists are exploring ways to help these moms. One method they're testing is using electronic devices to keep track of mom's daily rou
In Ghana, nurses are using a simple tool to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their health better. This tool? A mobile phone. The study wanted to see if sending text messages could help control blood sugar levels and improve self-care. They picked people with type 2 diabetes and split them int
You might have heard about SGLT2 inhibitors, a type of medicine used to manage type 2 diabetes. But did you know they can increase the risk of genitourinary tract infections? A recent study dug deep into this topic, focusing on both first-time and recurring infections in patients taking these drugs.
Immigrant adults often face health disparities compared to the general population. Health literacy—the ability to understand and use health information—plays a crucial role in managing health outcomes, including quality of life (QoL). This study explored how health literacy affects the self-care and
Did you know that the tiny creatures living in your saliva can tell a lot about your health? Especially if you have type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, scientists took a closer look at these microbes when diabetes meets different levels of gum disease. They found that the mix of microbes changes qui
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a surprising rise in type 2 diabetes (T2D) among children under 11 years old. Researchers compared the incidence of new T2D cases from March 2020 to December 2021 with the cases diagnosed before the pandemic, from January 2017 to February 2020. They also examined the d
Chronic illnesses like hypertension and diabetes are on the rise in Tanzania, putting pressure on the already overstretched healthcare system. A study, focusing on Kilombero and Same districts, found that many people living in rural and semi-urban areas are battling these diseases. Out of 784 people
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a lifelong journey that involves mastering complex care, self-management, and regular doctor visits to keep blood sugar in check and stay healthy. This journey isn't easy, as patients have to navigate a lot of medical and disease-specific information. How people wi
Did you know that thousands of tons of chicken livers are tossed out every year in countries like Taiwan? This is because people find them smelly and worry about health issues. But scientists have found a creative way to turn these leftovers into something useful – a special liquid called chicken-li
Are you curious about the factors that influence how active, sedentary, or sleepy adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) are? This systematic review dug deep into this topic to help create better health programs for them. Let’s explore what they found out! One key factor is age. Yep, as the years go by,
