Diabetes News

This page of Diabetes Care Community features news articles about the latest developments in diabetes and prediabetes prevention and management.

Tai chi improves memory and sleep in older adults with type 2 diabetes

A clinical trial shows that practicing Tai Chi online can sharpen thinking skills and improve sleep in older adults with diabetes, offering a safe and accessible alternative to conventional exercise.

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‘Alarming’: Study finds 44% of people with diabetes don’t know they have it

A new study has found that while one in nine people globally live with diabetes, almost half don’t even know they have the disease.

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If you are a close family member of the individual with diabetes that you support, you are automatically at risk of developing the condition.

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Ontario Expanding RSV Immunization to Protect More Seniors This Fall

Expanded program to include everyone aged 75 years and older

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Common illnesses such as dehydration or flu can be more challenging if you live with diabetes. Read this expert blog to learn about managing diabetes when you are sick.

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McGill study finds children of parents with diabetes are more likely to develop type 1 diabetes

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A recent study at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) has found that children of mothers with gestational diabetes or fathers with type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop type 1 diabetes.

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Raising the bar with T1D standards in Canada

Let’s discuss they key takeaways from the 2025 update: “Glycemic Management Across the Lifespan for People with Type 1 Diabetes.”

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Ozempic approved in Canada to reduce kidney decline in people with diabetes

Health Canada has approved Ozempic to reduce the risk of further kidney decline among patients with Type 2 diabetes.

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Weight loss medications: what’s new and what you need to know

Obesity is a chronic health problem that is often progressive and difficult to treat. An estimated 80% to 90% of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese.

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Dash diet modified for diabetes lowers blood glucose levels

A modified version of the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is effective at lowering glucose in adults with type 2 diabetes.

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Eating French fries raises type 2 diabetes risk, major study finds

Not all potatoes are equal: New research reveals that French fries increase diabetes risk, while whole grains can help protect against it.

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Diabetes and potatoes: what are the best types of potatoes for people with diabetes?

Potatoes are full of important nutrients and, when prepared in a healthy manner, are fairly low in calories. Read on to learn about the health benefits of potatoes.

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Ontario Expands Access to Dexcom G7 CGM Under the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program

New Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) coverage means eligible Ontarians who take insulin can now benefit from using Dexcom G7 to simplify management of their diabetes.

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Continuous glucose monitoring: seeing is believing

Can you guess the exact weight of something without a scale? The same applies to guessing what your glucose (sugar) level might be at any given time of the day. However, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices make the invisible, visible.

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A popular sweetener could be damaging your brain’s defences, says recent study

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Found in everything from protein bars to energy drinks, erythritol has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar. But new research suggests this widely used sweetener may be quietly undermining one of the body’s most crucial protective barriers.

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What type of sugar is best for blood sugar?

Avoiding sugar is the most common diet concern for people living with diabetes. It’s usually the first piece of advice given to them when they are diagnosed.

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Doctors Tested 3 Diets – Only One Stood Out for Beating Diabetes

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A new study compared three popular diet strategies—intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, and continuous calorie-cutting—to see which worked best for people with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

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