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DNA discovery highlights how we maintain healthy blood sugar levels after meals

08 Jun 2023

A study of the DNA of more than 55,000 people worldwide has shed light on how we maintain healthy blood sugar levels after we have eaten, with...

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Greater understanding of polycystic ovary syndrome

29 Sep 2015

A new genetic study of over 200,000 women reveals the underlying mechanisms of polycystic ovary syndrome, as well as potential interventions.

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Breastfeeding may reduce Alzheimer’s risk

05 Aug 2013

A new study suggests that mothers who breastfeed run a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s, with longer periods of breastfeeding further reducing...

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The artificial pancreas that keeps tabs on sugar

15 May 2013

Development of a sophisticated artificial pancreas holds potential to transform the lives of patients with Type 1 diabetes.

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Scientists identify cause of severe hypoglycaemia

07 Oct 2011

Research provides the prospect of effective drug treatments for the genetic disorder

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Artificial pancreas: 1. Glucose levels monitored continuously 2. Required insulin dose calculated 3. Insulin does delivered automatically

Artificial pancreas promise for common diabetes complication

15 Apr 2011

Cambridge research funded by the health charity Diabetes UK has for the first time successfully demonstrated the potential of an ‘artificial pancreas...

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Type 1 diabetes and coeliac disease linked

10 Dec 2008

Type 1 (juvenile) diabetes and coeliac disease appear to share a common genetic origin, scientists at the University of Cambridge and Barts and The...

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