Diabetes

Biocon launches drugs for diabetes and obesity treatment in Netherlands

The Netherlands launch builds on Biocon's entry into the UK in February, where it received regulatory approval for liraglutide from the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Why erectile dysfunction may be an early alarm for diabetes, heart disease

Far from being only a sexual concern, erectile dysfunction may be the body's first alarm bell for hidden cardiometabolic disease, prompting earlier diagnosis of diabetes, hypertension

Novo Nordisk set to launch diabetes drug Ozempic in India this month

Ozempic, a once-weekly injectable approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 2017 for type 2 diabetes, has become a global bestseller and is widely used off-label for weight los

Diabetes and oral health are linked: Here's what you need to know

Diabetes care routinely focuses on the heart, feet, eyes, liver and kidneys. The mouth, however, is frequently overlooked, even though oral health both affects and is affected by diabetes

How poor diabetes management increases complications in people with HIV

Experts warn that poor sugar control pushes HIV-related health risks higher, leading to faster progression of heart, kidney and nerve problems

How routine eye checkups can reveal disease years before symptoms emerge

From heart health to neurological decline, the eye's tiny vessels and nerves can reveal silent disease changes long before patients notice anything is wrong

Insulin without needles: Can a simple skin cream replace injections?

A breakthrough Nature study shows that a specially engineered polymer can carry insulin through the skin, lowering blood sugar in animals and raising hopes of a painless, needle-free diabetes treatmen

India's metabolic crisis deepens as young adults face diabetes surge

Diabetes is increasingly becoming a major global health concern, with an estimated 589 million adults currently living with the condition and the number expected to rise to 853 million by 2050

How long sitting spikes your blood sugar, even if you work out daily

Doctors warn that long, uninterrupted sitting may worsen blood sugar, raise inflammation and weaken diabetes management, particularly among desk-based professionals

Only 27% of Mumbaikars aware of sugar risks, 15.6% pre-diabetic: BMC

A civic survey in Mumbai has indicated that only 27 per cent of residents are aware of the harmful effects of excessive sugar consumption, while 15.6 per cent are in the pre-diabetic stage. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has appealed to residents to reduce sugar consumption and read food labels carefully before consuming processed foods. BMC Commissioner and Administrator Bhushan Gagrani has appealed to citizens to participate in the 'Healthy Campus Initiative', launched on the occasion of World Diabetes Day on November 14, to encourage healthier dietary and lifestyle practices. According to the World Health Organisation's Global Burden of Disease Studies, one in three people worldwide suffers from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes and hypertension, a civic release said. The BMC screened 5,59,751 individuals for diabetes and hypertension across its health institutions from August 2022 to October 2025, it said. As per the release, a civic survey has ..

Datanomics: Over 6% of India's population is living with diabetes

World Diabetes Day spotlights India's 89.8 million cases, top testing states, and need for early diagnosis, prevention, and continuous care

One in six Indians now has diabetes, shows new ICICI Lombard wellness study

As diabetes rises to one in six Indians and Gen Z struggles across all wellness pillars, a new study highlights how stress, inactivity and sugar-heavy diets are reshaping the nation's health

WHO issues new guidelines to improve care for diabetes in pregnancy

With diabetes complicating millions of pregnancies each year, the WHO outlines new global guidance on diet, monitoring and treatment to improve safety for mothers and babies

Childhood high blood sugar is rising fast. Here's how to stop it early

Paediatric experts say childhood high blood sugar is driven more by lifestyle than genes, sharing early signs and simple daily habits families can use to prevent long-term glucose problems

Diabetes on the rise: World diabetes day 2025 pushes for early care

With diabetes impacting families across the globe, World Diabetes Day 2025 focuses on raising awareness, encouraging prevention and strengthening access to timely care.

Scrolling your phone before sleep? It may be raising your blood sugar

World diabetes day 2025: Doctors warn that late-night scrolling can suppress melatonin, disrupt sleep cycles, raise cortisol, impair glucose control, creating cravings and metabolic strain over time

Abbott launches new 'Ensure Diabetes Care' to help manage blood sugar

Abbott, a global healthcare company, on Thursday announced the launch of a new and advanced formulation of 'Ensure Diabetes Care' in India. Building on over 30 years of pioneering scientific nutrition and supported by more than 60 clinical trials, the innovation empowers people with diabetes to live a better life, it said in a statement. The new design features a triple care system with vital nutrients, including four times higher myo-inositol compared to the previous formulation, a low glycaemic index carbohydrate blend, which is designed to help minimise blood sugar spikes. Combined with high protein and high fibre, the nutrients work together to support blood sugar control, help reduce cholesterol, and aid in weight management, the US-based healthcare company said. The formulation also helps preserve lean muscle during weight loss, while significantly reducing overall body fat, including visceral fat -- stored deep in the belly around organs like the liver and pancreas -- which is

What is glycaemic index and how it helps you make healthier food choices?

Ahead of World Diabetes Day 2025, experts say GI awareness supports better glucose control and smarter meal planning

Ten diabetes-friendly grains to steady blood sugar and support weight loss

World Diabetes Day 2025: Experts say shifting from high-GI staples to low-GI grains can help steady blood sugar, curb cravings, improve satiety, and support weight control with simple grain rotation

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro tops India pharma charts with ₹100 crore sales in Oct

Mounjaro is part of a new generation of weight-loss and diabetes drugs that target metabolic hormones. Introduced in March, it was launched ahead of rival Novo Nordisk's Wegovy