Diabetes drug trial aims to halt deadly aortic aneurysms
A major UK trial is testing if the cheap diabetes drug metformin can stop abdominal aortic aneurysms from growing. The study could offer new hope to thousands at risk.
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Small daily tea change can reduce diabetes risk, says NHS GP
An NHS GP explains how a tiny tweak to your daily tea habit, alongside other sustainable lifestyle swaps, can significantly lower your risk of type 2 diabetes and improve long-term health.
New 'Type 5' Diabetes Recognised in Slim Young Adults
Health authorities have officially recognised a new form of diabetes, Type 5, which targets young, slim individuals, often in low-income nations. Discover the symptoms and new treatment approaches.
Scottish drug deaths surge by nearly a fifth in a year
Suspected drug deaths in Scotland have risen by 19% year-on-year, with critics blaming SNP policies. New figures deal a blow to the government's 'national mission' on addiction.
Metformin reduces insulin need in type 1 diabetes
Australian clinical trial reveals metformin, an affordable century-old medication, reduces insulin requirements by 12% for type 1 diabetes patients. Discover how this breakthrough could transform diabetes management in the UK.
Mother charged in daughter's diabetes death
A Washington mother faces first-degree manslaughter after her 10-year-old daughter died from diabetic ketoacidosis during a road trip. Read the full investigation details.
6 Silent Signs Your Body Shows Before Diabetes
Discover the six crucial warning signs of pre-diabetes, from skin changes to sleep issues. Learn how to take control of your health today with simple lifestyle modifications.
6 Silent Signs Your Body Warns of Diabetes Risk
Discover the six crucial signs, from skin changes to sleep issues, that your body uses to warn of pre-diabetes. Learn how to take action today for your health.
Old worm drug shows new promise in cancer fight
A 40-year-old worm treatment, mebendazole, has been repurposed in a new form that effectively targets brain tumours and other cancers, offering a faster route to patients.
Existing drugs offer new hope for Alzheimer's treatment
Groundbreaking research identifies three existing medicines - Viagra, a shingles vaccine and an MND drug - as promising candidates for repurposing to treat Alzheimer's disease, potentially transforming lives for one million Britons.
Breakthrough in Understanding Childhood Type 1 Diabetes
University of Exeter researchers have discovered why type 1 diabetes is more aggressive in young children, paving the way for new screening and prevention methods.
Doctors Rethink Diabetes Treatment: Exercise vs Metformin
Groundbreaking medical research suggests combining exercise with metformin could revolutionise type 2 diabetes management. Discover why doctors are rethinking first-line treatments.
Diabetes breakthrough: Gut cells transformed into insulin producers
Groundbreaking research reveals how certain gut cells can be transformed into insulin-producing cells, offering new hope for Type 1 diabetes treatment and potentially revolutionising diabetes care.
Fish oil supplements fail to protect diabetic hearts
Groundbreaking research shows omega-3 supplements provide no cardiovascular protection for diabetes patients, challenging long-held beliefs about fish oil benefits.
American tourist faces 12-year sentence in Bali drug case
Lamar Ahchee, a 31-year-old American tourist, has been arrested in Bali for alleged cocaine possession after police raided his hotel room following a tip-off about drug activities.
Doctor's Diabetes Warning: Don't Ignore This Nighttime Sign
A leading NHS doctor highlights a crucial early diabetes symptom that strikes at night - and explains why you shouldn't dismiss it as normal.
Belgium's narco-state crisis: Cartels wage street wars
Shocking investigation reveals how Belgian cities have become battlegrounds for drug cartels, with children as young as 11 caught in crossfire and authorities struggling to contain the crisis.
Prediabetes: 7 Silent Signs Your Blood Sugar Is High
Millions of Britons are walking around with prediabetes without knowing it. Discover the subtle symptoms and lifestyle changes that could prevent Type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes UK launches smoking cessation support programme
Diabetes UK introduces innovative support programme offering personalised guidance to help people with diabetes quit smoking and reduce health complications.
Brothers ran £1.5M drug empire from neighbouring mansions
Two brothers who lived in adjacent mansions have been jailed for running a sophisticated cannabis operation worth over £1.5 million, with police discovering a professional setup complete with ventilation systems and electricity bypasses.
Skinny Fat: Why Thin People Get Type 2 Diabetes
New research reveals how normal-weight individuals can develop type 2 diabetes due to poor metabolic health, challenging conventional wisdom about weight and wellness.
UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.
Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.
South Korea seizes £2.6m ketamine in major Jeju Island bust
South Korean authorities intercept 4kg of ketamine worth £2.6 million on Jeju Island, exposing sophisticated drug smuggling operations and growing addiction concerns in East Asia.
Large Babies Linked to Higher Diabetes Risk, Study Finds
New research shows babies born larger than average may face higher diabetes risk later in life. Experts explain the crucial connection between birth weight and long-term health.
3 mouth symptoms that could signal diabetes
Leading dentists reveal three oral health warning signs that could indicate undiagnosed diabetes, including a little-known sweet symptom many overlook.
7 Silent Diabetes Signs You Must Know
Millions of Brits could be living with undiagnosed diabetes. Discover the subtle warning signs that could save your life, from unusual thirst to mysterious weight loss.
Repurpose Halloween Costumes Into Year-Round Fashion
Discover how to repurpose your Halloween outfits into stylish everyday wear with these clever fashion hacks and sustainable styling tips that save money and reduce waste.
British drug mule, 23, faces Bali firing squad
Bella Culley from Lincolnshire faces execution in Indonesia after being caught with 3kg of cocaine at Denpasar Airport. The 23-year-old's harrowing story reveals how she was allegedly coerced into becoming a drug mule.
London narco mansion used by Albanian drug lords exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Albanian crime syndicates transformed a £3 million London mansion into a sophisticated drug operations centre, complete with panic rooms and secret compartments.
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