New AI test can diagnose diabetes in seconds by spotting these two vocal symptoms The standard diagnosis for type 2 diabetes currently relies on a blood test The Independent UK · Sep 28
Race Across The World star Jo Gardiner dies just a year after co-contestant son’s death Her family confirmed Ms Gardiner died ‘following a long and courageous battle with cancer’ The Independent UK · Aug 24
‘One of a kind’ Race Across The World star Jo Gardiner dies a year after son Her son and co-star Sam Gardiner died after a car accident last year. The Independent UK · Aug 24
Race Across The World star Jo Gardiner dies a year after son died in crash Jo Gardiner competed with her son Sam in the hit BBC show during its second series in 2020 Evening Standard · Aug 24
Drug that delays onset of type 1 diabetes approved in England and Wales Availability of teplizumab on the NHS – which postpones early stages of disease for up to three years – described as an ‘incredible moment’ The Guardian - UK · Jun 23
Experts hail ‘new age of diabetes treatment’ as drug approved on NHS Teplizumab is approved for children aged eight and over The Independent UK · Jun 22
‘I had gestational diabetes during my pregnancy. Six years later, I’ve yet to receive any follow-up care’ Gestational diabetes usually disappears after birth, although patients face a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes The Independent UK · May 27
Type 2 diabetes rates ‘rising twice as fast in younger women’ It has been suggested that the figure could be down to ‘little or no follow-up care’ for those who develop the condition while pregnant. Evening Standard · May 27
NHS rollout of artificial pancreas narrows inequality in diabetes care People from deprived and minority ethnic backgrounds have better access to device than for previous technologies The Guardian - UK · May 19
Blood test breakthrough could detect heart and kidney disease earlier than ever This discovery paves the way for a simple blood test that could allow doctors to detect blood vessel damage The Independent UK · May 12
Researchers discover benefits of once-a-day weight loss pill Academics have hailed an ‘important advancement’ in type 2 diabetes care The Independent UK · Feb 26
Children to receive type 1 diabetes screening on NHS after landmark study Experts said that the finding could lead to a “step change” in the way type 1 diabetes is diagnosed and treated The Independent UK · Jan 21
‘Landmark’ study paves the way for type 1 diabetes screening among children About a quarter of children with type 1 are only diagnosed when they reach an emergency situation. Evening Standard · Jan 21
The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025 The common foods that increase your risk of pre-diabetes Young people’s consumption of foods high in sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats is increasing their risk of diabetes, a study has found
The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025 This is the exercise you need to combat obesity and diabetes, new study says It’s estimated that more than 5.8 million people in the UK are living with diabetes, which is an all-time high, according to Diabetes UK
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025 What a prediabetic diagnosis means and the food you should avoid A prediabetic diagnosis can serve as a health warning and encourage lifestyle changes
Evening Standard · Oct 26, 2025 New drug could help prevent sight loss in people with diabetes, study suggests The study was led by researchers at Queen’s University Belfast.
The Conversation · Sep 12, 2025 Ten ways diabetes and dementia are linked The link between diabetes and dementia is becoming increasingly clear. New research shows how blood sugar problems affect brain health and vice versa. Here are ten evidence-based insights into how the two conditions are related.
The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2025 Groundbreaking study uncovers previously unknown benefits of losing weight The findings could pave the way for treatment of conditions like type 2 diabetes
Evening Standard · Jul 9, 2025 Losing weight has ‘hidden benefits’ and clears out damaged cells – scientists Experts say their findings may help in the development of therapies for diseases such as type 2 diabetes.
The Guardian - UK · May 13, 2025 Almost a third of deaths from heart disease in England occur in diabetes patients, report finds Diabetes UK report found the UK spends £10.7bn on diabetes care each year – a figure set to rise to £18bn by 2035
Evening Standard · Apr 9, 2025 Best Easter eggs for diabetics: Top picks that don't spike sugar levels Rich, dark chocolate options
The Independent UK · Apr 6, 2025 Missed and delayed medication putting A&E patients at risk, new report reveals 68 per cent of prescription doses were not administered within 30 minutes of the expected time, the study found
Evening Standard · Feb 27, 2025 AI can use eye scans to predict kidney risk – study It could mean many patients with kidney disease are found sooner.