Diabetes is the most common chronic health condition that affects the human population worldwide. In normal human bodies, the food we eat is broken down into glucose and released into the bloodstream. A spike in blood sugar signals your pancreas to release insulin. Insulin is a hormone that allows your body to use this glucose... Continue Reading →
Up to 40,000 people have undiagnosed type 2 diabetes, charity says
New findings published in the PLOS ONE scientific journal say up to 24,000 people in Ireland could have undiagnosed type 2 diabetes but the Diabetes Ireland charity believes the number is much higher. Up to 40,000 people have undiagnosed type 2 diabetes, charity says. Not exactly lighthearted reading but something that re-emphasizes the need for... Continue Reading →