Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body's immune system destroys cells in the pancreas that produce insulin, which is needed to convert sugar (glucose) from food into energy for most of the body’s cells.

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The FDA is cautioning people that the diabetes medication Ozempic – commonly prescribed off-label for weight loss – may be linked to a rare but severe side effect. After multiple reports of intestinal ...

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Sometimes, it amazes me how smart the pancreas really is. It always seems to know what to do to keep blood sugars in range, even under the most challenging circumstances. Having an argument with your ...

Teva Pharmaceuticals has launched the first ever generic GLP-1 receptor agonist in the U.S. The launch comes just as many people with diabetes have struggled to access incretin medications like ...

CGM systems give users a picture of blood sugar levels in real time, helping to identify trends while replacing the need for fingersticks. Here's what you need to know about getting started and using ...

How can people with diabetes approach nutrition? What kinds of food can help you keep your blood sugar levels in range? Food – and good nutrition – is a tricky and essential component of diabetes ...