A study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences details the role of the protein Pentraxin 3 (PTX3) in diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness and visual impairment. The ...

In A Nutshell Metformin, a common diabetes medication costing less than $10 monthly, was linked to 37% fewer cases of ...

Diabetes drug metformin may reduce the risk of a serious eye disease (macular degeneration) by 37%, helping diabetes patients ...

BOSTON (Reuters) - Two Merck blood pressure drugs given to diabetics to prevent worsening kidney problems do not work in that way but may prevent diabetes-related eye problems, researchers reported on ...

For patients, a new diagnosis of diabetes can be overwhelming. It means not only managing blood sugar but also preventing serious future health complications such as diabetic retinal disease, a ...

Every November, communities across the country recognize Diabetes Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness about the impact of diabetes on overall health, including one of the most crucial senses ...

A cholesterol-lowering drug may slow the progression of eye disease in people with diabetes, new research suggests. Diabetes can cause damage to the small blood vessels at the back of the eye, a ...

Here s one more reason not to skip your next eye appointment. A recent analysis sponsored by Prevent Blindness America and the National Eye Institute found that, in the past decade, the number of ...

Signs of conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes can reflect in vision health. Here's what to know so you can be proactive at your next eye exam. Jessica Rendall Former Wellness Reporter ...

Blindness and eye problems may seem far in the future for children and teenagers with diabetes. But a new study shows these concerns shouldn't be overlooked in those with the condition — of any age.

People with gestational diabetes often have to keep track of what they eat, check their blood sugar levels, and change their ...