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Diabetic foot ulcer incidence is strongest risk factor for lower-extremity amputation among veterans, study finds

A study of male veterans with diabetes has found that incidence of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is the most powerful independent risk factor for lower‐extremity amputation, representing roughly a tenfold...

World’s first non-invasive glucose monitoring device hits 75 per cent accuracy in first real-world trial

Afon Technology’s Glucowear™ device has achieved approximately 75 per cent overall accuracy in distinguishing between normal and elevated blood glucose levels during its first, real-world trial. The i...

Webinar to launch new network improving cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic care

A free, educational webinar for healthcare professionals will take place next month to officially launch The CKM Collaborative (formerly CVRM UK). Taking place at 7pm on Thursday April 30, 2026, the w...

New study outlines feasibility of minimal-volume capillary blood screening for type 1 diabetes

Population-wide autoimmunity screening for type 1 diabetes across all age groups is feasible using minimally invasive capillary sampling and advanced immunoassay technology, latest research has claime...

Save the date: Register now for the EDFN National Conference 2026

The emotional burden of amputation, the impact of Martha’s Law and palliative care are just some of the topics of the next EDFN National Conference. Register now to hear from expert speakers at the fr...

Expert insights published on personalising selection of hybrid closed-loop system

An expert paper discussing pump, continuous glucose monitoring and whole system features to guide the personalised selection of hybrid closed-loop systems currently available in Italy has been publish...

LASP1 mediates ADAM17 upregulation in high glucose to promote fibrosis in diabetic kidneys

The LIM and SH3 protein 1 (LASP1) regulates the synthesis and activation of A Disintegrin and Metalloproteinase 17 (ADAM17) in mesangial cells and is required for the profibrotic response to high gluc...

Health Secretary determined to improve type 1 diabetes diagnoses as “lasting legacy” for toddler

The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is “determined to make real improvements in diagnosing type 1 diabetes” to ensure no child is “let down by the NHS”, following the death of two-year-o...

CamAPS Liberty®: the dawn of fully closed-loop technology

The world’s first fully closed-loop feature will become available within the existing CamAPS® FX app.  In a pioneering move for type 1 diabetes care, CamDiab’s new CamAPS Liberty feature will support ...