Tag: Type 2 Diabetes
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Rising Type 2 Diabetes in Ghanaian Children: A Wake-Up Call for Health Systems
Overview: A worrying trend in pediatric health Health experts in Ghana are sounding the alarm on rising cases of type 2 diabetes among children and adolescents. The concern comes from the Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Society of Ghana, which has highlighted the shift in the country’s disease landscape from predominantly infectious diseases to chronic conditions…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Comorbidities among Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Nepal
Introduction Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a rising public health challenge in Nepal, mirroring global trends. Beyond hyperglycemia, many patients live with additional health conditions—cardiovascular disease, obesity, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, dyslipidemia, and musculoskeletal disorders—that complicate treatment and worsen outcomes. Understanding the prevalence and determinants of these comorbidities is essential for clinicians, policymakers, and…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Comorbidities Among Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Nepal: A Cross-Sectional Insight
Overview Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasingly common in Nepal, mirroring global trends. Beyond hyperglycemia, many individuals with T2DM carry additional health conditions that complicate treatment, worsen prognosis, and strain healthcare systems. This cross-sectional study examines how frequently comorbidities occur among Nepalese patients with T2DM and identifies factors that influence their presence. The findings…
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Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal: Prevalence of Comorbidities and Their Determinants
Overview Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a growing health challenge in Nepal, where the burden of chronic diseases is rising alongside urbanization and lifestyle changes. A cross-sectional study investigating the prevalence of comorbid conditions among people with T2DM sheds light on the multiple health issues these patients face and the factors that increase their…
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Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risk Varies by Type and Age
Summary of the Swedish findings People living with diabetes face a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke, heart failure and premature death. A large Swedish study, conducted from 2016 to 2020 and drawing on national registers, followed more than 400,000 adults with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The key takeaway…
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Risk of Heart Disease Varies by Diabetes Type and Age, Swedish Study Finds
Overview People with diabetes have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and premature death. A large Swedish study now adds a crucial nuance: the risk is not the same for everyone. It varies with age and the type of diabetes (type 1 or type 2), which could pave the…
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Risk for Heart Disease Varies by Diabetes Type and Age: Swedish Findings
Overview: A New Look at Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes People living with diabetes already face a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and earlier death. A large Swedish study adds a crucial nuance: the risk is not the same for everyone. The comparative analysis of type 1 and type 2 diabetes across different…
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Group-based and online counselling reduces diabetes risk in high-risk men
Overview of the T2D-GENE study A new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that group-based and online lifestyle counselling can help middle-aged and older men make healthier dietary choices that reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. The T2D-GENE project tracked men living in the eastern part of Finland over three years, examining…
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Neck Circumference and Heart Health: What It Reveals
Understanding neck circumference as a health signal Recent insights suggest that the size of your neck might tell you more about certain health risks than the traditional body mass index (BMI) alone. A thicker neck is more than a cosmetic concern; it reflects how fat is distributed in the upper body. This distribution matters because…
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Three Major Risk Factors for Deadly Liver Disease Identified
Understanding Metabolic-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) Metabolic-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) is a serious condition marked by excessive fat accumulation in the liver. This ailment is increasingly prevalent worldwide, largely attributed to rising obesity rates, sedentary lifestyles, and poor nutrition. Recent research has shed light on three primary cardiometabolic risk factors that heighten the risk…