Research News in Brief
Gap widens between US and European HbAic* averages Mean HbA1c for people with type 1 diabetes increased in the U.S. from 2011 to 2017, whereas Europe reported a decline among children, according to study data. *By measuring glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) in the blood, average blood sugar levels can be calculated. https://www.healio.com/news/endocrinology/20220107/gap-in-mean-hba1c-values-growing-between-us-european-nations High blood pressure and […]
Diabetes Advances Should be Global
New diabetes technology and other innovations have revolutionized type 2 diabetes control, but not universally. The New York based EverydayHealth organisation have listed nine advancements that have changed diabetes treatment and management in recent years. They include: Insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, smart phone apps, new insulins and medications, but how many of these and […]
International Diabetes Federation News
PDGN was delighted that Professor Andrew Boulton and Dr Niti Pall took up the positions of President of IDF Global and Chair of IDF Europe Region respectively, after the General Assembly of IDF in December. PDGN wishes them both every success in all that they do to further the cause of diabetes globally and in […]