Search Results for 'diabetes'

247 results found.

New research shows genetic effect on the response to treatment for obesity

Patients with severe and complicated obesity respond differently to a dietary weight loss programme based on their genes, according to a study by researchers at University of Galway and Brunel University London.

Cell therapy may slow kidney damage from type 2 diabetes, University trial shows

University of Galway, in collaboration with the EU Horizon 2020-funded NEPHSTROM Consortium, has announced promising results from a new cell therapy trial for people living with diabetes.

Galway emerging as Ireland’s ‘innovation capital’

image preview

Galway is emerging as Ireland’s “innovation capital”, according to a government minister, after more than half of the €40 million allocated to disruptive technology projects nationwide this week was awarded to consortia based in the county.

Learning to spot the warning signs of stroke

image preview

When you hear the word stroke, does it fill you with dread and fear? Maybe that is because someone you know or love is affected by the condition. Or perhaps, fortunately, you do not have first-hand experience, but are aware of the statistics surrounding it which make worrying reading. Stroke is the third leading cause of death in Ireland with 2,500 stroke related deaths occurring each year. It is also one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide.

Adapting to diabetes management as the start of new academic year commences

Earl September usually means back-to-school preparations for parents, children, and teachers alike with preparations for the new school year meaning the organisation of books, uniforms, school lunches, and much more.

Weight loss success for two slimmers with type 2 diabetes after losing over eight stone

One in ten people around the world are living with diabetes, a lifelong condition listed by the World Health Organization in 2019 as one of the top ten leading causes of deaths globally. In Ireland, over a quarter of a million people have been diagnosed with the disease. However, it is estimated that a further 850,000 are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a major contributor to kidney failure, heart attack, cancer, and stroke. As well as the human cost, the economic burden of diabetes on the Irish health care system is becoming a major challenge for the government and the HSE.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

The three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan are diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off. Metabolism problems such as slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems like constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

Numerous health benefits of participation in Vhi’s ‘More Than Running’ campaign

image preview

Former jockey Nina Carberry, Olympian David Gillick and exercise physiologist, Dr Brian Carson, recently launched Vhi’s ‘More Than Running’ campaign to highlight the various health benefits taking part in parkrun can bring to all its participants.

Dim the lights and have a stretch - create the perfect bedtime routine

Forming a healthy wind-down routine by reducing both physical and mental stimulation before bed can aid a good night’s sleep.

Diabetes Ireland unveils ‘Diabetes Smart’ online education programme

image preview

Diabetes Smart is a free interactive online education platform available at www.diabeteseducation.ie developed by Diabetes Ireland with support from Novo Nordisk.

 

Page generated in 0.0698 seconds.