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Type 2 Diabetes News

Type 2 Diabetes is a chronic condition involving high blood sugar levels and reduced production and responsiveness to insulin.     

Limited launch in May-July. No receiver! Smartphone-only display on Apple iOS devices. Plus, the new “personal diabetes assistant,” Sugar.IQ with Watson
Two new studies will investigate whether SGLT-2 inhibitor Farxiga impacts heart failure in people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes
Ultra-slim patch supports convenient mealtime insulin dosing; wearers just hit two buttons simultaneously to deliver 2 units at a time; acquired by CeQur as J&J...
Delays caused by sensor shortages largely resolved; MiniMed 670G now ships as soon as insurance is approved; a new assistance program to help with upfront costs
If you have a Fitbit, check out the diabetes communities in the app for tips and support from fellow people with diabetes
People with type 2 can now get the once-weekly injectable in the US. The latest GLP-1 to show strong A1c-lowering and weight loss, Ozempic will also reach Europe in the...
Free through Samsung Health app on Samsung devices for a limited time. Includes videos and quizzes, data logging, and feedback on entries
Learn more about DiabetesMine D-Data highlights, implantable CGM Eversense used in adolescents, and Sugar.IQ real-world data
Toujeo Max SoloStar will launch later this year in the US. It holds 900 units of insulin and can dose up to 160 units in one injection, meaning fewer refills and...
The S-ICD is an FDA-approved device that can prevent sudden cardiac arrest; this trial is testing it in people with diabetes who’ve had prior heart attacks with...
Why is the BMI cutoff lower for diabetes screening in people of Asian descent? How a new policy could ensure more people with diabetes and prediabetes are diagnosed.
Ketogenic (low-carb + high-fat) diet and remote coaching to “reverse” type 2 diabetes shows 60% of participants had type 2 “reversed," 94% of insulin users reduced or...
The upcoming Basal-IQ predictive low glucose suspend system (summer 2018 launch expected), plus plans for Control-IQ hybrid closed loop, a mobile app, and the t:sport “...
Read about combo drug Xultophy, Toujeo vs. Tresiba, diabetes apps, the do-it-yourself community, FreeStyle Libre real-world data, and more!
Low-cost education services can help you learn new skills to eat well, stay active, and monitor blood sugar levels
The smart insulin pen’s Android app is expected to launch later this year in the US; a Europe launch is expected in 2019. Plus, learn about four other smart pens/caps in...
ADA is around the corner, and there’s going to be exciting updates on diabetes drugs and therapy, devices, big picture questions, #beyondA1C, and advocacy; stay tuned!
Recommendations from the American College of Physicians focus on relaxing A1c goals without considering up-to-date CGM and therapy options
Trial shows that a pill version of Ozempic (semaglutide) can lower A1c by as much as 1.5% and also support weight loss
U500 insulin delivery through Omnipod pump, comparing insulin secretion between Mediterranean and ketogenic meals, a head-to-head with Afrezza and NovoLog, Qtern...

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