November News Roundup 

Each month, we round up diabetes-related news and insights from trusted sources to provide you with ideas, tips, education and more to help you live your best life.   

Here’s the latest! 

New treatment for Type-1 diabetes gives hope to University of Chicago patients

CBS News 
A groundbreaking treatment for type 1 diabetes is showing promising results for patients in Chicago. It’s a minimally invasive procedure that could mean diabetics don’t have to inject themselves with insulin. Read more.

The Mediterranean Diet May Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk by 17%, According to New Study

Eating Well 

There is no doubt that following the Mediterranean diet eating pattern has numerous health benefits. A new study published on October 23, in Nutrition Journal, suggests there’s another benefit to following the Mediterranean diet. Read more. 

Erratic sleeping behavior may increase diabetes risk

Harvard Health Publishing 

A study published online in June 2024 found that this kind of erratic sleeping may increase a person’s risk for diabetes. Read more.  

Ultra Processed foods may increase your risk for type 2 diabetes, study shows

CNN 
Packaged foods can include dozens of synthetic additives such as preservatives, emulsifiers and artificial dyes. These foods can have a big impact on health and may affect your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research. Read more. 

Kids and teens who get covid more prone to diabetes, study finds

The Washington Post 

Children and teenagers infected with the coronavirus are significantly more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than their peers afflicted with other respiratory illnesses.  
Read more.