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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

September 2026

Added to Dediabetes Sep 9, 2026RCTs

Social support improves gestational diabetes management

This study explored the role of social support in managing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) through postpartum patient navigation. Findings indicated various forms of support and barriers faced by individuals.

Interventions
Postpartum patient navigation for individuals with GDM
Outcomes
Barriers of social supportCommunity support for diabetes managementDirect GDM support+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 9, 2026RCTs

Real-Time CGM Improves Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetes

This study evaluated the effectiveness of real-time continuous glucose monitoring (rtCGM) compared to self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in adults with insulin-requiring type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in glucose control with rtCGM.

Interventions
Continuous glucose monitoring
Outcomes
Extended hyperglycaemic event rate/week >13.9 mmol/LGlucose management indicator (GMI)Glucose variability+7 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 9, 2026RCTs

Automated insulin delivery reduces hypoglycemia risk

This study evaluated the impact of automated insulin delivery on hypoglycemia risk in adults with Type 1 diabetes, finding significant reductions in time below range.

Interventions
Hybrid closed-loop systemInsulin pump
Outcomes
Mean sensor glucoseTime above rangeTime below range+2 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 9, 2026RCTs

Bedtime snacks worsen nighttime blood sugar control in young children

This study examined the effects of bedtime snacking on nocturnal glycemia in young children with type 1 diabetes, finding that all snacks impaired time in range compared to no snack.

Interventions
Bedtime snack (kefir)Bedtime snack (milk)Bedtime snack (yoghurt)+1 more
Outcomes
Hyperglycemia eventsHypoglycemia eventsTime below range+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 9, 2026RCTs

LADDER program may support psychosocial adaptation in adults with type 1 diabetes.

The LADDER feasibility study evaluated one-to-one consultations and group sessions for diabetes management, revealing unclear effectiveness in improving social connectivity and quality of life.

Interventions
Group sessionsOne-to-one consultations
Outcomes
Change in social functioning domain of health-related quality of lifeImprovement in social connectivity scoresImprovement in subjective social status+2 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 9, 2026RCTs

Self-efficacy improves self-management in Type 1 diabetes patients

This study examined the role of self-efficacy in self-management behaviors among patients with Type 1 diabetes, finding significant positive impacts on various health behaviors.

Interventions
DSMES
Outcomes
Blood glucoseImprovement in dietary behaviorImprovement in foot care behavior+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 3, 2026RCTs

Tele-guidance improves muscle strength in older diabetes patients.

Weekly tele-guidance for physiotherapy improved muscle strength in older patients with type 2 diabetes.

Interventions
Group B: Adapted intervention with 2-3 monthly messagesTele-guidance for physiotherapy
Outcomes
Adherence to physiotherapy programKnee extension forceReduction in Hemoglobin A1C levels
Added to Dediabetes Sep 3, 2026RCTs

Flash Glucose Monitoring Improves Glycaemic Control in Gestational Diabetes

This study evaluated the efficacy of flash glucose monitoring versus self-monitoring of blood glucose in managing gestational diabetes mellitus, finding significant differences in postprandial glycaemia and fetal macrosomia incidence.

Interventions
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM useSelf-monitoring of blood glucose
Outcomes
Delta mean fasting glycaemiaGlycemic control comparison to commercial AID systemsHbA1c+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Sep 3, 2026RCTs

DHA supplementation shows no effect on neonatal metabolic biomarkers in GDM

This study investigated the effects of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) supplementation in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus. It found no significant differences in most measured outcomes, except for higher birth weight z scores in the DHA group.

Interventions
DHA supplementation
Outcomes
AdiponectinBirth weight z scoreMaternal glycemic control+2 more

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