Diabetes Research: WHAT’S NEW?

Neil Armstrong once said, “Research is creating new knowledge.” It certainly is, and when that research is in the field of medicine, the impact on humankind can be immense. Particularly in the case of chronic conditions such as diabetes, groundbreaking research can transform and save lives. With research and awareness in mind, here are some new developments in both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Type 1 Diabetes Revisited

Normally, blood sugar levels are regulated when two cells in the pancreas, known as alpha and beta cells, work together. In Type 1 diabetes, the immune system kills off the body’s beta cells. However, the latest research suggests that a new type of beta cell might be able restore the normal functionality of the pancreas. These newly discovered beta cells may be able to produce insulin,