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The benefits of fasting for diabetes management and prevention

Since 2020, studies have shown that fasting can be a targeted, efficient and sustainable way to reduce the risk of and treat type 2 diabetes. Benefits include improved insulin sensitivity, lowered blood pressure, reduced body fat and risk of CVD. One study showed that fasting, accompanied by regular physical activity, could potentially reverse

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Diabetes Atlas reports 463 million with diabetes

WEBIn 2019, it is estimated that 463 million people have diabetes. The total number of people with diabetes is predicted to rise to 578 million by 2030 and to 700 …

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The WHO diabetes targets and their potential to improve the lives …

WEBDespite recent global efforts to address the diabetes pandemic, the number of people living with diabetes is at an all-time high, reaching an estimated 537 million …

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Why nurses are vital in the global fight against diabetes

WEBNurses are at the heart of worldwide healthcare and vital in supporting people living with diabetes and other chronic conditions. The role of the nurse is vital to …

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Universal health coverage essential for all people with diabetes

WEBThe way forward is universal health coverage, whereby everyone can get the health services they need, when and where they need them, without facing financial …

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Living with diabetes: how language and media representation …

WEBThe result of this intensive engagement is a new paper – A WHO key informant language survey of people with lived experiences of diabetes: media …

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Governments could and should do more to help people with …

WEBIf governments were to do more, such as providing guidance to the one-in-five health professionals who have not received postgraduate training on diabetes, they would …

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Why diabetes scare-tactics may cause more harm than good

WEBThe article, Scared straight: diabetes stigma and trauma in medicine, prompted the Diabetes Voice team to consult with experts about scare-tactics in …

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WEBIt’s time to turn the type 2 diabetes crisis into a health and wellness revolution Type 2 diabetes needs a health revolution now. An interview with New York’s original rap music …

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Diabetes and oral health: keeping a healthy smile

WEBLiving with diabetes requires careful management of your health, and oral health is no exception. High glucose levels can make it more challenging to maintain …

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Debate: the long-term safety of insulin in type 2 diabetes

WEBTwo common side effects associated with insulin injections are weight gain and hypoglycaemia. Weight gain is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular …

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Family support imperative for people with diabetes

WEBThe theme for World Diabetes Day 2018 and 2019 is The Family and Diabetes. Materials and actions that IDF will develop over the two years of the campaign will aim to raise …

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Staging the severity of type 2 diabetes could save millions of lives

WEBHere is the suggested staging model for type 2 diabetes: Stage 1 — Regulation of blood glucose is impaired and blood glucose is higher than normal. …

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USA: the insulin affordability crisis and advocacy

WEBInsulin affordability is a crisis in the United States. The retail list price for three vials (30 mL) of any fast acting analog insulin is $1025 US. Double that price if you …

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The essential role of the diabetes educator

WEBThe pivotal role of healthcare professionals as diabetes educators cannot be overstated. They are vital in providing accurate information, promoting self-management …

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The Impact of Language in Diabetes

WEBDiabetes Australia believes that optimal communication increases motivation, health and the well-being of people with diabetes. Furthermore, careless or negative language can …

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KiDS: bringing diabetes education to schools worldwide

WEBOver 1 million children and adolescents under the age of 20 are living with type 1 diabetes (1).Type 2 diabetes is also increasingly prevalent in childhood and has …

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Learning and teaching at a diabetes workshop in Ethiopia

WEBProviding quality care for these young people across this large and diverse nation is a challenge, as health system resources are limited, and clinical expertise is clustered in …

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Dealing with diabetes when a disaster strikes

WEBPeople with diabetes need uninterrupted access to medicines and care. They need healthy food and a safe space to exercise. During a disaster or emergency, the …

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