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Latest Diabetes Research

Recently added diabetes research, organized by intervention and outcome.

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Last updated: Sep 12, 20261,338 studies indexed

July 2026

Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026Quasi Experimental Study

Community lifestyle programme improves multiple diabetes risk factors in adults with prediabetes

This study tested a community lifestyle programme for adults with prediabetes in Malaysia. After 12 months, people in the programme had lower blood sugar, better cholesterol, smaller waists, and improved quality of life compared to those receiving usual care. The programme was delivered through existing community volunteers.

Interventions
Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes
Outcomes
2-hour plasma glucoseBody weightDiastolic blood pressure+6 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

CPAP therapy shows little effect on glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes

This study investigated the impact of CPAP therapy on glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes and obstructive sleep apnoea, finding no significant changes in most glucose metrics.

Interventions
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Outcomes
Average glucose levels measured over 24 hoursCoefficient of variationFasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)+4 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Dextrose Gel Reduces Neonatal Hypoglycaemia Risk

This study evaluated the effectiveness of buccal dextrose gel in preventing neonatal hypoglycaemia. It found that a single dose of 200 mg/kg dextrose gel significantly reduced the incidence of hypoglycaemia.

Interventions
40% dextrose gel (200 mg/kg)40% dextrose gel (400 mg/kg)
Outcomes
Incidence of hypoglycaemiaNumber of NICU admissionsRate of admission for hypoglycaemia+2 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Digital messaging improves medication adherence in type 2 diabetes.

The SuMMiT-D study evaluated a digital health intervention for diabetes management, revealing mixed perceptions of its effectiveness.

Interventions
SMS text messaging behavioral intervention for health promotion
Outcomes
Self-reported behavioral change mechanismsTreatment adherenceUnderstanding of type 2 diabetes
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Educational Visits Improve Metformin Prescribing for Type 2 Diabetes

This study evaluated the impact of academic detailing and group visits on prescribing practices for Type 2 Diabetes, finding significant increases in metformin and insulin prescriptions.

Interventions
Group MeetingIndividual Academic Detailing Visit
Outcomes
GLP-1Insulin PrescribingMetformin Prescribing+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026Secondary Analysis Of A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial

Engagement in a prediabetes education programme is linked to lower type 2 diabetes risk

This study looked at whether attending more sessions of a diabetes prevention programme helped lower type 2 diabetes risk. People who went to all sessions had an 88% lower risk of developing diabetes compared to those receiving standard care. However, fewer than 1 in 3 people attended all sessions.

Interventions
Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes
Outcomes
2-hour plasma glucoseAnxiety scoreBody weight+6 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Ertugliflozin improves cardiac function in type 2 diabetes

The study evaluated the effects of ertugliflozin on cardiac function in individuals with type 2 diabetes and pre-heart failure, finding significant improvements in certain cardiac metrics.

Interventions
Ertugliflozin
Outcomes
Adverse events incidenceGlobal longitudinal strainHbA1c+9 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Health education apps improve diabetes management

This study evaluated two health education apps for diabetes management, finding varying levels of user satisfaction and knowledge improvement.

Interventions
Glow app for type 2 diabetes educationMobile app for diabetes self-management
Outcomes
Diabetes knowledgeParticipants' satisfaction evaluation of the APPPatient-reported foot care improvement at 6 months
Added to Dediabetes Jul 12, 2026RCTs

Hybrid closed-loop therapy improves diabetes-specific well-being in adults with T1D

This study compared diabetes-specific psychological outcomes in adults with type 1 diabetes using hybrid closed-loop therapy versus standard therapy, finding that the hybrid approach led to improved well-being and reduced distress.

Interventions
Hybrid closed-loop systemInsulin pump or multiple daily injections
Outcomes
Diabetes distress scoresFear of hypoglycemia (worry)Hypoglycemia symptom score+6 more

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