Diabetes mellitus
MONDO:0005015A metabolic disorder characterized by abnormally high blood sugar levels due to diminished production of insulin or insulin resistance/desensitization.
Also known as: DM, diabetes, diabetes mellitus, diabetes mellitus (disease)
3825 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 1275 tagged with Diabetes mellitus itself.
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Type 2 diabetes mellitus 2,293 trials
6 sub-types
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Type 1 diabetes mellitus 819 trials · 820 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults 12 trials
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Gestational diabetes 227 trials
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Monogenic diabetes 9 trials · 24 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Maturity-onset diabetes of the young 8 trials · 13 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Neonatal diabetes mellitus 3 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes 22 trials
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Diabetic ketoacidosis 22 trials
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Type 5 diabetes mellitus 1 trial
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Showing the 400 most recently updated of 672 trials in this tab.
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Can Home-Delivered meals help control diabetes?
Disease control OngoingResearchers are testing whether home-delivered medically tailored meals help older adults with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar, diet, and mental health. The trial compares three approaches: meals dropped off without interaction, meals delivered in person with human cont…
Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Can skin sensors replace finger pricks for diabetes care in kenya?
Disease control PausedResearchers in Kenya are studying whether continuous glucose monitors help people with type 1 diabetes control their blood sugar better than standard finger-prick testing. The trial enrolls about 246 people with type 1 diabetes, including children and adolescents, at three clinic…
Sponsor: Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Pharmacists step in to tame uncontrolled diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether extra help from a pharmacist can improve blood sugar control in adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. About 60 participants will receive pharmacist-led education and follow-up over 10 months. The goal is to lower HbA1C levels and help people feel m…
Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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New tool helps doctors and patients tackle obesity in diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a web-based tool called the BMI-CDS (Weight Loss Wizard) in 40 primary care clinics. The tool gives doctors and patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity personalized estimates of the benefits and risks of treatments like weight-loss surgery or medication. Over 1…
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug may also protect bones, early trial hints
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether oral semaglutide (Rybelsus), a drug already used for type 2 diabetes, can improve bone health in people aged 50-85 with diabetes and weak bones (osteopenia). Over 52 weeks, 64 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo. Researcher…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Surgery plus drug: a new combo for obesity?
Disease control OngoingThis early study looks at whether taking tirzepatide (Mounjaro) after sleeve gastrectomy surgery helps people lose more weight and improve conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. About 42 adults with obesity will be split into two groups: one gets surgery alone, the oth…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Nicholas Skertich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug help manage cystic Fibrosis-Related diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests the safety and feasibility of empagliflozin (Jardiance) in 8 overweight or obese adults with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) who are already on insulin. Participants will receive either the drug or a placebo in a crossover design. The goal is to gat…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Bionic pancreas could simplify diabetes care for cystic fibrosis patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a device called the iLet Bionic Pancreas, which automatically adjusts insulin delivery based on continuous glucose monitor readings, in people with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes. About 150 participants aged 14 and older will either use the bionic pancreas or t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New Once-Weekly insulin shows promise for diabetes control in italian study
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at how well a new insulin called icodec controls blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes who are switching from their current daily insulin. About 214 participants in Italy will use icodec as prescribed by their doctor for 22 to 30 weeks. Researchers will meas…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could asking three simple questions improve diabetes control?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether the Ask Me 3® educational program, which encourages patients to ask three key questions during doctor visits, can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the program plus standard care or s…
Sponsor: Maria Elena Romero Ibarguengoitia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New AI-Powered insulin system could free people with diabetes from constant meal calculations
Disease control OngoingThis study tests AIDANET, an automated insulin delivery algorithm, in 40 adults with type 1 diabetes. Participants will use the system in three modes: fully automatic (no meal announcements), hybrid (with meal announcements), or a mix. The goal is to see which mode keeps blood su…
Sponsor: Sue Brown • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hope for rare fat disorder: drug keeps working in Long-Term study
Disease control OngoingThis study gives the drug metreleptin to 29 people with partial lipodystrophy, a rare condition that causes high blood fats and diabetes. Participants have already shown improvement from the drug in earlier studies. The goal is to keep providing the treatment and check its long-t…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lifesaving drug made available for rare fat disorder patients
Disease control OngoingThis study gives the drug metreleptin to people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition that causes severe fat loss and leads to high blood fats and diabetes. Participants, aged 6 months and older, have already received metreleptin in past NIH studies but cannot get it i…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shot aims to tackle obesity and diabetes together
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests an experimental drug called ALN-4324 in two groups: healthy overweight volunteers and overweight patients with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to check the drug's safety and how well it controls blood sugar. Participants receive either the drug or a plac…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a quick insulin shot stop Steroid-Induced blood sugar spikes?
Disease control OngoingSteroid injections for knee arthritis can temporarily raise blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This trial tests whether giving a short course of NPH insulin right after the injection can prevent those high blood sugar episodes. Adults with type 2 diabetes and knee osteoa…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Shifa International Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly insulin shot could replace daily injections for diabetes
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at how well a new once-weekly insulin, called insulin icodec, works for people with type 2 diabetes who are switching from a daily insulin. Researchers will track blood sugar control, treatment satisfaction, and how well patients stick to the new regimen over abo…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A simple phone call may help millions with diabetes manage insulin — a trial puts it to the test
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a multilingual interactive voice response (IVR) system can help adults with type 2 diabetes and low health literacy adjust their insulin doses. Participants use a feature phone to report blood sugar levels and receive algorithm-guided dose recommendations…
Sponsor: Shifa International Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app helps teens with diabetes focus on what they do well
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a program called 'Type 1 Doing Well' for youth aged 10–13 with type 1 diabetes and their parents. The program uses a smartphone app, goal-setting, and family meetings to build on the teen's diabetes strengths. Researchers want to see if it improves blood sugar co…
Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could zapping kidney nerves tame tough high blood pressure?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a device that uses radiofrequency energy to calm overactive kidney nerves, which can drive high blood pressure. About 1,900 adults with uncontrolled hypertension will receive the procedure and be followed for years. The goal is to see if this approach safely and …
Sponsor: Medtronic Vascular • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can weekly groceries and group coaching help control diabetes?
Disease control OngoingResearchers at Stanford University are testing whether a program that combines weekly healthy food deliveries with group lifestyle coaching helps Latino patients with type 2 diabetes. The study enrolls adults who receive care at partner clinics, have type 2 diabetes, and report f…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sleep therapy may cut diabetes risk in prediabetes patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can help lower blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes. About 300 adults with both prediabetes and insomnia will receive either CBT-I or a patient education program. The main goal is to see if improv…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a toolkit help family doctors catch heart risk sooner?
Disease control By invitation onlyResearchers are testing whether a structured primary care program can help adults aged 40 to 90 with higher heart or diabetes risk reach recommended prevention targets. The program trains doctors and nurses, uses routine data to flag at-risk patients before visits, and provides d…
Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New diabetes drug shows promise in Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 study tests a new injectable drug called maridebart cafraglutide in 409 adults with type 2 diabetes. The main goal is to see if it improves blood sugar control compared to a placebo. Researchers will also check if it helps with weight loss. The trial is active but no…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tools aim to help women with diabetes plan safer pregnancies
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing two simple tools to help women with type 2 diabetes better manage their condition and understand reproductive health risks. The tools include a personalized medication list for patients and an alert for doctors during checkups. Researchers will track blood s…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Village health workers take on diabetes with app support
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether trained village health workers, using a smartphone app, can provide effective type 2 diabetes care in rural Lesotho. 252 adults with diabetes will either receive community-based care (lifestyle advice, metformin, statins) or be referred to a clinic. The g…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study seeks safer insulin dosing for ramadan fasters with diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two methods for adjusting basal insulin in people with type 2 diabetes who fast during Ramadan. One method follows standard guidelines, while the other uses a personalized carbohydrate fasting test. The goal is to see which approach better controls blood sugar an…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: University Tunis El Manar • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ketogenic diet vs mediterranean diet: which better reshapes metabolism?
Disease control OngoingResearchers compare a very low calorie ketogenic diet with a Mediterranean-style low-calorie diet in 40 adults who have type 2 diabetes, obesity, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Participants follow one of the two diets for several weeks. The study measures changes in weigh…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Maggiore della Carita • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could stem cell islets end daily insulin shots?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests VX-264, a therapy made from stem cells that produce insulin, in 7 people with long-standing type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if it is safe and can help control blood sugar. If successful, it may reduce or replace the need for insulin injections.
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Food boxes and health coaching aim to tame diabetes in the deep south
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether delivering healthy food boxes, remote health monitoring, and one-on-one coaching can help low-income Black adults with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar. The trial enrolls 304 participants in the Deep South and tracks changes in HbA1c level…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug protect your eyes? 5-Year trial seeks answers
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether semaglutide, a medicine for type 2 diabetes, can slow or prevent diabetic eye disease over 5 years. About 1500 adults with type 2 diabetes will receive either semaglutide or a placebo injection once a week, in addition to their usual diabetes medicatio…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill combo aims to slash cholesterol in High-Risk patients
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study tests whether a daily pill combining obicetrapib and ezetimibe, or obicetrapib alone, can lower LDL (bad) cholesterol more than placebo in 300 people with type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome. Participants continue their standard cholesterol medications. The m…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: NewAmsterdam Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New daily pill aims to shed pounds in obesity trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental oral medication, KAI-7535, taken once daily to help people with obesity or overweight lose weight. About 320 adults with at least one weight-related condition (like high blood pressure or sleep apnea) will receive either the drug or a placebo for …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Kailera • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New insulin icodec study aims to improve diabetes control
Disease control OngoingThis study observes how well insulin icodec controls blood sugar in 245 people with type 1 diabetes who have never used it before. Participants take the insulin as prescribed by their doctor, and researchers track changes in HbA1c and treatment satisfaction over about 22 to 30 we…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot could help diabetics shed pounds
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests a new medicine called MET097, given as a weekly injection, to help adults with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight. About 999 people will take part, with two-thirds getting the real drug and one-third getting a placebo. The study lasts a…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Pfizer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A digital coach for hunger: can an app retrain appetite to improve diabetes control?
Disease control OngoingResearchers are testing a digital program called Centering Appetite in African American adults with type 2 diabetes and binge eating. The program includes web-based lessons to help people relearn their body's hunger and fullness signals, along with diabetes education and a Fitbit…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could help people with diabetes shed pounds
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine called cagrilintide to help people who are overweight or have obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight. About 330 adults will receive either cagrilintide or a placebo for around 18 months. The main goals are to see how much weight they lose and how …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes study tests team support for better blood sugar control
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether a team of clinical pharmacists and community health workers can help people with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). About 318 adults aged 25-75 with high blood sugar will be enrolled. The goal is …
Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI Doctor's helper: could a smart system improve heart and diabetes care?
Disease control OngoingThis study will test whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help community doctors better manage patients who have high blood pressure along with diabetes or high cholesterol. About 6,800 adults will be split into two groups: one where doctors use the AI tool to guide…
Sponsor: First Hospital of China Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can AI help nurses guide At-Risk seniors to better care and lower costs?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis trial tests whether an AI system that flags at-risk Medicare Advantage members and suggests care actions, reviewed by a nurse, can reduce overall healthcare spending over a year. About 9,900 participants in Utah are assigned to either this AI-supported navigation or usual ca…
Sponsor: Intermountain Health Care, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New eye drug could mean fewer shots for Diabetes-Related vision loss
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine, EYP-1901, given as an eye injection to people with diabetic macular edema (DME), a condition that causes blurry vision in people with diabetes. The goal is to see if EYP-1901 works as well as the standard treatment (aflibercept) but with fewer inj…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Text messages may save teeth and money in diabetes patients
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether simple text messages and online activities can encourage people with Type 2 Diabetes to get more preventive dental care, like cleanings, instead of waiting for expensive treatments. Researchers will track dental insurance claims from 10,000 adults over 18…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New eye drug could cut injection frequency for Diabetes-Related vision loss
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests EYP-1901, a new eye injection, against the standard treatment aflibercept for diabetic macular edema (DME), a condition that causes vision loss in people with diabetes. The study will enroll 240 participants and compare how well each drug improves vision …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can these pills save Insulin-Making cells in newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests two oral drugs, abrocitinib and ritlecitinib, in 78 people aged 12-35 who were diagnosed with type 1 diabetes within the last 100 days. The goal is to see if these JAK inhibitors can help preserve the body's ability to produce insulin, measured by a stimu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New insulin pump system put to the test in 400-Person safety trial
Disease control OngoingThis study is checking if a new insulin pump (NMX8) and continuous glucose monitor (DS5/Simplera Sync) are safe for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. About 400 participants, ages 7 to 85, will first wear the sensor for up to 40 days, then use the pump for about 90 days while…
Sponsor: Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fish oil fights diabetes? study tests Omega-3s for blood sugar control
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study investigates whether omega-3 fatty acids, natural fats found in fish and flaxseed, can help manage blood sugar and reduce inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Participants take omega-3 supplements or a placebo for 28 days, and researchers meas…
Sponsor: University of Ulster • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly insulin shot could replace daily shots for type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study compares a new insulin that is injected once a week (insulin icodec) to a standard daily insulin (insulin glargine) in about 877 adults with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if the weekly insulin controls blood sugar just as well as the daily one. Participants will …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Food as medicine: new study tests meals and coaching for HIV and diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether providing medically tailored meals along with intensive lifestyle coaching can help adults with HIV and type 2 diabetes or prediabetes better manage their weight and blood sugar. About 200 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the meals…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double immune attack: can two drugs save Insulin-Making cells in new diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving two immune-calming drugs (rituximab followed by abatacept) can better preserve the body's ability to make insulin in people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, compared to rituximab alone. About 74 participants aged 8 to 45 will receive the drug …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests video coaching to help older adults shed pounds and prevent disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a video-based healthy lifestyle program for adults aged 50 to 74 who are overweight and have conditions like prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or high blood pressure. Participants use a tablet, scale, and activity tracker at home, and some get extra support from a co…
Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pharmacies hand out prescriptions for produce to fight diabetes and high blood pressure
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether community pharmacies can run a produce prescription program for adults with type 2 diabetes or hypertension. Participants receive a monthly card loaded with funds to buy healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts, and seafood at their usual grocer…
Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New diabetes pill icovamenib enters Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether a new drug called icovamenib can help people with type 2 diabetes who still have high blood sugar despite taking other medications. About 60 adults aged 18 to 70 will receive either icovamenib or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The main goal is to s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Biomea Fusion Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common diabetes drug combo help those with cancer history?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a combination of dapagliflozin, saxagliptin, and metformin can help control blood sugar in 600 adults with type 2 diabetes who have controlled cancers. Participants take the drugs by mouth for at least 90 days. Researchers measure blood sugar and insulin …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Han Xu, M.D., Ph.D., FAPCR, Medical Director,, IRB Chair • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New obesity drug combo enters early human testing
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug combination (AZD9550 and AZD6234) for weight loss in 166 adults who are overweight or obese, with or without type 2 diabetes. The main goals are to check safety, tolerability, and how the drug moves through the body. It is an early-stage trial, so it f…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can changing how doctors are paid improve diabetes outcomes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a new payment model for primary care doctors—replacing fee-for-service with per-member payments and quality incentives—can improve care for people with diabetes. It also looks at whether adding social comparisons among doctors and financial rewards for pa…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could Lab-Grown cells free diabetics from insulin shots?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis early study tests lab-grown pancreatic islet cells (CRG-002) in 10 adults with type 1 or pancreatogenic diabetes who have severe low blood sugar episodes. The cells are infused into the liver or placed under the belly skin. The goal is to see if they are safe and can help th…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Celregen Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a virtual program and wearable sensor tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether combining a virtual diabetes self-management program with continuous glucose monitoring is practical and well-liked by adults with type 2 diabetes. Twenty participants will attend a 9-week virtual program and wear a glucose sensor for up to 22 weeks to tr…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could rosemary help tame diabetes inflammation?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial is testing whether a rosemary extract supplement can improve markers of oxidative stress and inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes. Forty adults with stable diabetes will take either the extract or a placebo for 12 weeks. The study focuses on blood bi…
Sponsor: Universidad Autonoma de Zacatecas • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug shows promise for Long-Term control of cushing syndrome
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the long-term safety of relacorilant, a drug for people with Cushing syndrome. It includes 125 adults who previously completed a relacorilant study and may benefit from continued treatment. Researchers will track side effects over time to see if the drug is sa…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Corcept Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New toolkit aims to keep diabetes patients safe after hospital discharge
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a special toolkit designed to help people with type 2 diabetes who are starting insulin for the first time when they leave the hospital. About 120 English-speaking adults will be randomly assigned to receive the toolkit or usual care. The goal is to see if the to…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a new drug shield hearts and kidneys in overweight people?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial is testing whether the drug retatrutide can lower the chance of serious heart problems (like heart attacks and strokes) and slow kidney disease in 10,000 overweight adults who already have heart or kidney disease. Participants receive either retatrutide or a pl…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple pill save Insulin-Making cells in type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether the drug DFMO can protect the body's remaining insulin-producing cells in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. About 81 participants will take either DFMO or a placebo twice daily for six months. Researchers will measure insulin product…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Emily K. Sims • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a stomach muscle cut tame diabetes blood sugar?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a procedure called per-oral pyloromyotomy (POP), which relaxes the stomach's outlet muscle, can improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes and gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying). About 40 adults with poorly controlled diabetes (HbA1c above …
Sponsor: Matthew Allemang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a hormone replacement tame diabetes and high fats in lipodystrophy?
Disease control Expanded access (ended)This expanded access program provides metreleptin, a synthetic version of the hormone leptin, to people with lipodystrophy who also have diabetes or very high triglycerides. The goal is to see if replacing leptin can help improve blood sugar and fat levels in this rare condition.…
Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI chatbot aims to boost steps and blood sugar control in diabetes
Disease control CancelledThis trial tests whether an AI language model, similar to ChatGPT, can generate personalized coaching messages that encourage people with type 2 diabetes to walk more. Participants use the My Heart Counts smartphone app and receive AI-generated prompts tailored to their age, gend…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart pen could make insulin dosing easier for teens with diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a Bluetooth-enabled smart insulin pen, called InPen, can help teenagers with type 1 diabetes better control their blood sugar. The device helps calculate insulin doses and tracks injections, which may reduce errors. The trial involves 34 teens aged 13-21 …
Sponsor: Wayne State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient herbal mix may shield blood vessels in diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Huangqi Gegen Decoction, can improve blood vessel function in adults with type 2 diabetes who are at very high risk for heart disease. Participants will take either the herbal granules or a placebo for 12 weeks, along…
Sponsor: Putuo Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Groceries as medicine: new study tests food prescriptions for heart health
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether providing medically tailored groceries can help people with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure keep up healthy eating habits and control their blood sugar and blood pressure. About 80 adults who already took part in a meal delivery study will rece…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scoring tool aims to reverse type 2 diabetes with personalized plans
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a new tool called the Snouda Metabolic Score (SMS) that helps doctors identify the specific metabolic problems driving Type 2 Diabetes in each patient. 150 adults will follow a personalized 24-week lifestyle and nutrition plan based on their SMS results. The goal…
Sponsor: Salah Snouda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can remote glucose monitoring tame type 2 diabetes in underserved communities?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a diabetes care program using continuous glucose monitors (CGM) and remote patient monitoring can help adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels and reduce diabetes-related distress. Participants will wear a CGM that shows …
Sponsor: Diabetes Solutions International • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a healthy diet prolong the 'Honeymoon Phase' in kids with type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether giving children (ages 6-17) newly diagnosed with stage 3 type 1 diabetes free weekly healthy foods and intensive nutrition counseling can help preserve their remaining insulin production. The study will enroll 20 children and measure how feasib…
Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smart food program plus glucose tracking transform diabetes care?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and nutrition counseling to a food-as-medicine program helps adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity better manage their blood sugar. Sixty participants will be split into two groups: one gets the standard…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Prescription for produce: could free groceries lower blood sugar?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether giving people with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity monthly vouchers for fruits and vegetables can improve blood sugar control. Participants receive $100 per month in produce-only gift cards along with dietary education for five months, then switch to …
Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tight glucose control may preserve insulin-making cells in type 2 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adjusting diabetes medications to keep blood sugar levels in the normal range can preserve the body's insulin-producing beta-cells and slow the natural worsening of type 2 diabetes. Adults aged 40 to 75 with type 2 diabetes will be assigned to either usua…
Sponsor: Foundation for Atlanta Veterans Education and Research, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Does when you eat carbs and protein reshape blood sugar control?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot trial tests whether the timing of carbohydrates and protein across meals can improve glucose metabolism in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese. Participants follow two different isocaloric diets—one with a high-protein breakfast and h…
Sponsor: German Institute of Human Nutrition • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could free diabetics from insulin after cell transplant
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a lab-made antibody called Tegoprubart can safely prevent the immune system from attacking transplanted islet cells in people with type 1 diabetes who have dangerous low blood sugar. The goal is to help patients stop needing insulin without using standard…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple monitor transform blood sugar control for millions with type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) helps adults with type 2 diabetes who do not take insulin improve their blood sugar control. Participants are randomly assigned to either use a real-time CGM or receive routine care with occasional blinded CGM wear…
Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple electrical zapper help seniors control diabetes?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests three different non-drug approaches to help older adults in nursing homes manage their type 2 diabetes. One group uses a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the leg muscles, another does supervised exercise, and the third receives health education. The ma…
Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can apple cider vinegar help tame diabetes? small trial puts it to the test
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether drinking 15 ml of apple cider vinegar twice a day for two weeks can improve blood sugar stability and cholesterol in adults with type 2 diabetes. Thirty-eight participants will compare the vinegar to plain water using a continuous glucose monitor. It's a …
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New gut procedure could help manage type 2 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a procedure called duodenal mucosal resurfacing (DMR) to see if it can safely improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who are not on insulin. About 18 adults will be randomly assigned to receive DMR or a sham (fake) procedure. The study wi…
Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Can a wearable sensor beat Finger-Prick tests for type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial asks whether real-time continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin. Participants will either use a CGM device or stick to standard self-monitoring with a blood glucose meter. The study tracks…
Sponsor: Sinocare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Electric zaps to the gut could help control type 2 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a device called ReCET that delivers gentle electric pulses to the first part of the small intestine. The goal is to trigger cell regeneration and improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who are not on insulin. Participants are randomly assigned…
Sponsor: Endogenex, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Food as medicine? trial tests vouchers and stock boxes against diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether providing monthly food vouchers for farmers markets and mailed food stock boxes, alongside diabetes education, can help African American adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity achieve better blood sugar control. Participants are randomly assigned…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Decades-Old drug reverse pancreatic scarring?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether proglumide, an older drug that blocks a specific receptor, can safely reduce pain and slow or reverse the scarring seen in chronic pancreatitis. The study includes adults with confirmed chronic pancreatitis and compares proglumide against a placebo over 1…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone combo could boost diabetes control in menopause
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding menopausal hormone therapy to a GLP-1 drug (semaglutide) improves blood sugar control in early postmenopausal women who have or are at risk for type 2 diabetes. About 96 women with menopausal symptoms and a BMI of 27 or higher will be enrolled. …
Sponsor: Lia Bally • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study puts omnipod 5 to the test in Real-World diabetes management
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing the Omnipod 5, a tubeless insulin pump that automatically adjusts insulin delivery, in real-world settings for people with type 1 diabetes. About 304 participants aged 2 and older will use the system for the first time. Researchers will track blood sugar con…
Sponsor: Insulet Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an early eating window tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether limiting all food intake to a 10-hour window (4 AM to 4 PM) can improve blood sugar control in adults with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. Participants will follow this eating pattern for one week while researchers track changes in average glucose, est…
Sponsor: OhioHealth • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new injection help tackle obesity and diabetes? a safety trial begins
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called SYH2069, given as an injection under the skin, in healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body processes it at different doses. The study includes people who are overweight or obese, as the drug is …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: CSPC Ouyi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a common diabetes pill make insulin therapy safer and more effective for type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 4 trial tests whether adding pioglitazone to an SGLT2 inhibitor (dapagliflozin) and insulin can lower blood sugar more effectively in people with type 1 diabetes while preventing a rise in ketones, which can lead to a dangerous condition called ketoacidosis. About 120 …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to slash severe hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental pill called cadisegliatin taken alongside insulin in adults with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if it can lower the number of dangerously low blood sugar events (hypoglycemia) without worsening overall blood sugar control. About 150 participa…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: vTv Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dietary choice may unlock type 2 diabetes remission without drugs
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a low-calorie or low-carbohydrate diet can help people with type 2 diabetes achieve remission—meaning blood sugar returns to normal without medication. One hundred adults aged 20–80 with type 2 diabetes and a BMI of 27 or higher will follow a structured d…
Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Student pharmacists may hold the key to better diabetes control in older asian adults
Disease control CancelledThis study tests whether student pharmacists can help older Asian adults (age 50+) with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar through lifestyle coaching, education, and adherence support. Participants will receive non-pharmacological guidance from student pharmac…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart mat could help veterans avoid diabetic foot ulcers
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a smart mat that checks foot temperature at home to catch early signs of damage in high-risk diabetes patients. 800 Veterans with a history of foot ulcers or amputation will use the mat for up to 24 months. The goal is to see if this technology can prevent new ul…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Digital dashboard aims to transform diabetes care for kids
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a digital platform called Haibu Diabetes helps children with type 1 diabetes manage their condition better. The platform collects health data from devices and shares it with patients, caregivers, and doctors through a single dashboard. Researchers will co…
Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Three telehealth sessions could ease the burden of type 1 diabetes on families
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a brief, three-session telehealth program called the T1D Parent Check-In for parents of children (ages 8–17) newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The program aims to help parents feel more confident, reduce family conflict, and improve the child's quality of lif…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug turn back the biological clock in HIV?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study investigates whether tirzepatide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can reverse biological aging in people with HIV who are virally suppressed and have obesity. Participants receive tirzepatide for 25 weeks after a diet program. Researchers measure epigenetic a…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Clinical Trial Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing is everything: new study tests best time to start diabetes meds in pregnancy
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at the best time to start medication for gestational diabetes during pregnancy. About 416 pregnant women with the condition are randomly assigned to start medicine when 20% or 40% of their blood sugar readings are too high. The goal is to see which approach leads…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug reverse liver scarring?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether semaglutide, a drug already used for obesity and type 2 diabetes, can reduce liver scarring in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Participants are adults aged 40 to 80 who are overweight or have type 2 diabetes. The trial will also val…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a triple therapy tackle diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis at once?
Disease control CancelledThis study investigates whether adding two common drugs—valsartan (for high blood pressure) and celecoxib (for arthritis pain)—to standard metformin therapy can improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. The trial enrolls adults with obesity, high blood pressure,…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: ARKAY Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a wearable sensor replace Finger-Sticks for hospital diabetes care?
Disease control CancelledThis study tests whether a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) worn on the skin can accurately track blood sugar levels in hospitalized patients with diabetes who have just had major transplant surgery. The CGM measures glucose every 1-5 minutes, and researchers compare its readings…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Poop pills for diabetes? small study tests gut bacteria swap
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether transferring gut bacteria from a healthy donor (fecal transplant) can improve blood sugar control in 16 adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants receive either the transplant or a placebo, and researchers measure insulin sensitivity and blood sugar level…
Sponsor: Central Jutland Regional Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a family-focused lifestyle program help teens avoid obesity and diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a culturally adapted program called Health Without Barriers/Salud Sin Barreras for teens aged 11–19 and their families in Northern Colorado. The program combines mindfulness, nutrition education, physical activity, and parenting support over several sessions. Res…
Sponsor: Colorado State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Old gout drug could help hearts of people with type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a daily low dose of colchicine, an anti-inflammatory drug used for gout, can reduce inflammation and heart disease risk in adults with type 1 diabetes. 102 participants aged 35–80 will take either colchicine or a placebo for 26 weeks, with an opti…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Asger Lund, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug help heal fatty liver?
Disease control CancelledThis study looks at whether a GLP-1 receptor agonist, a drug already used for diabetes and obesity, can improve fat buildup in the liver and blood in people with MASLD. Researchers will measure changes in fats, proteins, and genes in 30 participants who already take the drug. The…
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a fiber from agave help tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether taking agave inulin, a natural fiber, for eight weeks can improve blood sugar control and increase healthy gut bacteria in adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants receive either 10 grams of agave inulin or a placebo daily. Researchers measure changes in…
Sponsor: Universidad Autonoma de Queretaro • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug may double as brain protector in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study investigates whether SGLT2 inhibitors, a class of diabetes medications, can slow cognitive decline in people aged 50 and older with type 2 diabetes. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard diabetes care plus an SGLT2 inhibitor (empagliflozin or da…
Sponsor: University of Primorska • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple diabetes pill before surgery reduce complications?
Disease control CancelledThis study tests whether people with type 2 diabetes who take their usual metformin on the morning of surgery have better blood sugar control and fewer problems like infections. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either metformin or a placebo before their operation. Th…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New EHR tool aims to simplify diabetes management for insulin users
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a smart order set in electronic health records can help primary care doctors better manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who use insulin. About 150 participants will use continuous glucose monitors, and doctors will get decision support from …
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to protect cancer Patients' hearts during treatment
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether a special program called Primary Care Connect (PC2) helps cancer survivors who also have conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol keep their heart risks under control during cancer treatment. About 266 adults with early-stage …
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can virtual group visits tame diabetes and heart risks?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether virtual group visits—where patients meet online for diabetes education, support, and goal setting—can improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who also have heart-related conditions. About 720 adults from participating clinics will take …
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a tailored diet and exercise plan prevent diabetes in people with disabilities?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing different combinations of diet and exercise to find the best weight loss plan for people with prediabetes who also have physical or mobility disabilities. Thirty participants will start with either a high or reduced carbohydrate diet. After four weeks, those…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Once-Daily steroid pill improve blood sugar control in Dual-Disease patients?
Disease control CancelledThis trial tests whether taking hydrocortisone once a day (as a dual-release pill) leads to more stable blood sugar levels compared to the standard three-times-a-day regimen in adults who have both insulin-treated diabetes and Addison's disease. Participants will try both schedul…
Sponsor: Vastra Gotaland Region • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple legume soup help tame blood sugar?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a soup made from boiled legume seed coats can help control blood sugar in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Participants drink the soup daily for 30 days. Researchers measure changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, and markers of inflammation and o…
Sponsor: JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a week of antibiotics stop joint infections after replacement surgery?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether taking a 7-day course of oral antibiotics after hip or knee replacement surgery can prevent joint infections in patients at higher risk due to conditions like obesity, diabetes, or autoimmune disease. About 4,600 participants will receive one of three ant…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Text reminders may boost statin refills in heart patients
Disease control OngoingThis study will test whether sending reminders by text, email, or secure patient portal messages helps people with heart disease or diabetes refill their statin prescriptions. About 22,000 adults who have not refilled their statin in the last 3 months will receive one of these me…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smart insulin dosing system aims to simplify diabetes management
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a system that combines a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) with daily insulin dose recommendations for people with type 2 diabetes who are starting basal insulin. Participants wear a Dexcom CGM sensor and receive suggested insulin doses through the DexBasal system…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Metal-Stripping infusions save diabetic limbs and hearts?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether a chelation therapy infusion—a cocktail that removes toxic metals from the blood—can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and leg amputations in people with diabetes and critical limb ischemia (severe blockage in leg arteries). Half of the 50 partic…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Miami • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cash and healthy food incentives tested to fight diabetes in food-insecure adults
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving financial incentives — including monthly cash, rewards for buying healthy food, and bonuses for lowering blood sugar — can improve diabetes control in adults who also struggle with food insecurity. Participants receive diabetes education and are ra…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to help type 1 diabetes patients keep making insulin
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2b trial tests frexalimab, an antibody that calms the immune system, in 192 adults and teens newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if it can preserve the body's ability to produce insulin, reducing reliance on injections. Participants receive frexali…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could changing carbs and adding fiber improve blood sugar in type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study explores how different amounts of carbohydrates and a fiber supplement called inulin-FOS affect blood sugar control in adults with type 1 diabetes. Participants will try three two-week diets: one with 30% carbs, one with 50-55% carbs, and one with 50-55% carbs plus inu…
Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program helps older diabetics and caregivers share glucose data to improve health
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a program called Share plus for adults aged 60+ with type 1 diabetes and their care partners. The program helps them better use continuous glucose monitor data together. Researchers want to see if it improves blood sugar control and reduces diabetes-related stres…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New resilience program aims to help african americans take control of diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a culturally tailored education program for African Americans with type 2 diabetes. The program teaches resilience and self-management skills through group sessions led by nurses, plus support groups and booster sessions. Researchers are tracking blood sugar leve…
Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Diabetes pill could slash heart attack risk in millions
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a daily semaglutide tablet can safely reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and related deaths in over 21,000 adults with type 2 diabetes who have never had a heart attack or stroke. Participants take either semaglutide or a placebo pill for sev…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a 12-Week program reverse type 2 diabetes in family doctor offices?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a short-term program combining health coaching and medication can help people with type 2 diabetes achieve remission without surgery. It involves 118 adults diagnosed within the last 5 years, recruited from a primary care clinic in Hamilton, Ontario. The …
Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New study aims to close racial gap in diabetes control
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a team-based approach to help African American and Latinx adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar levels. Participants will receive extra support from a multidisciplinary team, while a comparison group gets usual care plus educational mat…
Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can home visits and texts tame Nepal's chronic disease crisis?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether home visits by female community health volunteers plus regular SMS messages can help adults in Pokhara, Nepal, better control high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and smoking. About 2100 participants are split into two groups: one gets the home visits an…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to tame type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a combination of two drugs, sotagliflozin and volagidemab, can improve blood sugar control in adults with type 1 diabetes. The 24 participants will receive both drugs or a placebo in a crossover design. The goal is to see if this approach can help ma…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Surgery vs. diet: which tames diabetes better?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of weight-loss surgery (gastric bypass and gastric banding) with an intensive diet and exercise program for controlling type 2 diabetes in moderately obese adults aged 25 to 55. The goal is to see which approach works best for improving diabetes and …
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Withdrawn study planned to test diabetes drugs before surgery
Disease control CancelledThis study was designed to see if taking metformin or salsalate on the morning of surgery could help control blood sugar and reduce complications in people with type 2 diabetes. It planned to enroll patients having elective surgery who regularly take metformin. However, the trial…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can smartphone apps and continuous glucose monitors help tame type 2 diabetes?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) along with a mobile app can help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar better than standard care. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to either the digital tool group or usual care, and their …
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Time-Restricted eating: a new weapon against diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether time-restricted eating (eating all meals within an 8-10 hour window each day) can help people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar and improve heart health. About 60 adults with type 2 diabetes will either follow their usual care or add t…
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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AI coach on your phone aims to tame pregnancy diabetes
Disease control PausedThis study tests whether an AI-based counseling program on a smartphone can help women with gestational diabetes manage their condition. 80 pregnant women will either get standard nutrition advice or AI-powered guidance. The goal is to see if the AI approach leads to healthier bi…
Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can schools help manage diabetes? new pilot study aims to find out
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a new program where schools, families, and doctors work together to help children manage type 1 diabetes. About 30 kids will take part to see if the program is practical and well-liked. The goal is to improve daily diabetes care at school.
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can churches help close the heart health gap? new study tests community approach
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a church-based program led by community health workers can help Black adults in Louisiana lower their risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 812 participants from local churches will receive either a health worke…
Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Community health workers take on high blood pressure and diabetes in the andes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether monthly home visits from trained health agents can help people in poor, high-altitude communities in Peru better control their high blood pressure and diabetes. Over 1,000 participants will either receive these visits for a year or get usual care. The goa…
Sponsor: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Which blood sugar monitor works better for diabetes control?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two methods of tracking blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes: traditional fingerstick testing and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). About 360 adults aged 18 to 75 who use insulin will be followed for 12 months to see which method better lowers A1C leve…
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Smart glucose monitor plus online dietitian could transform diabetes care
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) along with remote dietitian support helps people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar. About 160 adults across Australia will use a CGM and receive online dietary advice for several months. The goa…
Sponsor: Australian Catholic University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Smart insulin pumps put to the test in thousands of diabetes patients
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 1,600 people with type 1 diabetes, including young children aged 2-6, who use hybrid closed-loop insulin pumps (Medtronic, Tandem, or Omnipod). These devices automatically adjust insulin based on blood sugar readings but still require users to enter meal inform…
Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New program aims to boost health in people with disabilities
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a health support program for 600 people with disabilities who also have chronic conditions like diabetes or obesity. The program includes weekly nutrition classes, three exercise sessions per week, and help managing chronic conditions. Researchers want to see if …
Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a smart glucose monitor help type 2 diabetes patients on insulin?
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether a real-time continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can help 200 adults with type 2 diabetes who use insulin in Saudi Arabia. Participants wear a CGM device that tracks blood sugar levels continuously. The main goal is to see if it improves HbA1c, a measure…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a Benin-Specific diet help control diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a culturally tailored medical nutrition therapy for African patients with type 2 diabetes. The program includes personalized meal plans, nutrition counseling, and group education. Researchers will measure blood sugar levels and diet adherence after 6 months, and …
Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can exercise replace meds? study tests supervised vs. solo workouts for diabetes
Disease control PausedThis study looks at whether supervised exercise classes or doing physical activity on your own works better for controlling blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. About 120 people whose diabetes is not well controlled with diet or non-insulin medications will take part. Part…
Sponsor: Centre d'Etudes et de Recherche pour l'Intensification du Traitement du Diabète • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Could a weekly shot help type 1 diabetes patients lose weight and control blood sugar?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests tirzepatide, a once-weekly injection, in 905 adults with type 1 diabetes who are also overweight or obese. Participants will receive either tirzepatide or a placebo for about 49 weeks. The study measures changes in blood sugar control (HbA1c) and body wei…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New community health program targets diabetes and hypertension in underserved areas
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a community-based program to help Black and Latino adults with diabetes, prediabetes, high blood pressure, or obesity. Participants receive lifestyle coaching, help connecting to health and social services, and digital skills training. The goal is to see if this …
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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AI and home monitoring could help diabetes patients see their risks clearly
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether an AI tool that shows patients how their blood sugar control compares to others, combined with home monitoring, can improve risk perception and blood sugar levels in adults with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. About 360 participants aged 36–65 will be …
Sponsor: SingHealth Polyclinics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a phone app boost veggie intake in teen girls?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a mobile app that trains girls to manage food cravings can help them eat more fruits and vegetables. About 150 girls aged 14-18 will use the app twice a week for a year. Researchers will track diet quality, weight, and blood sugar to see if the app leads …
Sponsor: University of Wyoming • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Could a psoriasis drug help save Insulin-Making cells in type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether ixekizumab (Taltz), a drug already approved for psoriasis, can help people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes keep making their own insulin. The study involves 127 adults aged 18-45 who were diagnosed within the last 100 days. Participants recei…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Göteborg University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New pill aims to help people with diabetes shed pounds and control blood sugar
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new daily pill, aleniglipron, in 58 adults with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and tolerable at different doses. Researchers will also measure weight loss and blood sugar changes. The study is not yet …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Gasherbrum Bio, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Structure Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Protein-Packed diet may help kids fight obesity and diabetes risk
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a diet with more protein (25% of daily calories) helps children aged 7-14 with overweight or obesity lose weight and reduce diabetes risk. Over 10 weeks at a lifestyle camp, one group eats a higher-protein diet while another eats a lower-protein diet, bot…
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Virtual weight control program aimed at diabetes management pulled before start
Disease control CancelledThis study planned to test whether a virtual weight control program (WW, formerly Weight Watchers) could help adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity lower their blood sugar levels. Participants would have used the WW SmartPoints system and attended weekly online workshops. Howev…
Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Could a simple CGM device help manage type 2 diabetes without insulin?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether using an over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor (CGM) every 30 or 90 days can help people with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin better manage their blood sugar. About 188 participants will wear the Dexcom Stelo device periodically over six m…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Diet or drugs? new study tests if fasting beats pills for fatty liver disease
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a Mediterranean diet combined with intermittent fasting can reduce liver scarring (fibrosis) better than the weight-loss medication naltrexone/bupropion. About 70 adults with overweight or obesity and heart or metabolic risks (like type 2 diabetes or high…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Carmen Dietvorst • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New diabetes combo drug put to the test – but trial on hold
Disease control PausedThis early-stage trial is studying whether an experimental drug called AZD6793 changes how the common diabetes medicine metformin works in people with type 2 diabetes. About 28 participants will take both AZD6793 and a placebo alongside their usual metformin to compare effects on…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Walking more could protect hearts of type 1 diabetes patients
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether doing light aerobic exercise five days a week can improve heart rate variability—a sign of heart health—in adults with type 1 diabetes. Over one year, 35 participants were split into two groups: one exercised regularly, the other less often. Researcher…
Sponsor: University of Banja Luka • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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App aims to boost blood sugar control in type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a smartphone app called Hedia Diabetes Assistant can help adults with type 1 diabetes keep their blood sugar in a healthy range more often. About 154 people with poorly controlled diabetes will either use the app plus their usual care or just usual care f…
Sponsor: Hedia ApS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could your own cells replace insulin shots? early trial aims to find out
Disease control By invitation onlyThis early-phase study tests whether insulin-making cells grown from a patient's own pancreatic tissue can be safely transplanted under the belly skin to reduce or replace insulin shots. Twenty-four adults with insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes will take part. The main goal is sa…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can a Parkinson's drug protect eyes in diabetes?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether levodopa, a drug used for Parkinson's, can slow blood vessel changes in the eyes of people with diabetes. Researchers will give the drug or a placebo to 244 patients with early diabetic retinopathy and measure retinal electrical activity and imaging over …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Smart pump trial aims to tame tough diabetes cases
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a hybrid closed-loop insulin pump system (mylife CamAPS FX) can improve blood sugar control and quality of life in 30 adults with type 1 diabetes who have chronically high blood sugar and psychological challenges. Participants either start the pump immedi…
Sponsor: Jerzy Hohendorff • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Surgery or pills? new study tests best way to treat teen diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two approaches for treating type 2 diabetes in teenagers: weight-loss surgery (vertical sleeve gastrectomy) versus intensive medical therapy (including metformin and other drugs). The goal is to see which method provides better blood sugar control and reduces …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Berry and oat shakes tested as Heart-Health boosters
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing whether daily shakes made from bilberries and oats can lower LDL cholesterol and improve exercise capacity in people who have had a heart attack or have type 2 diabetes. 900 participants will drink either a bilberry shake, an oat shake, a combination shake, …
Sponsor: Ole Frobert, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Bringing the hospital to your living room: a massive study tests home care for common illnesses
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether treating patients at home for conditions like infections, heart failure, diabetes, and COPD can lead to better health outcomes and satisfaction compared to traditional hospital stays. Nearly 10,000 adults will receive hospital-level care at home, inclu…
Sponsor: OSF Healthcare System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New program aims to tackle diabetes in people with mental illness – but study never started
Disease control CancelledThis study was designed to test whether a program called Lifestyle MIND can help people with serious mental illness (like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) prevent or manage type 2 diabetes. The program includes group exercise and health classes twice a week for 10 weeks. Howeve…
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug aims to save Insulin-Making cells in type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests brivekimig, a drug that targets inflammation, to see if it can help people with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes keep making their own insulin. About 84 adults and adolescents will receive either brivekimig or a placebo for 52 weeks. The main goal is to measure in…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Your phone learns your diabetes needs: new study tests adaptive support
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests a mobile phone program (MOSAIC) that changes over time to fit each person's needs, helping adults manage type 2 diabetes. About 547 participants will be assigned to either the phone program or printed materials for 16 months. Researchers will check blood sugar le…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New shot could help diabetics shed pounds on top of existing meds
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 study tests an experimental drug called AZD6234, given as a weekly injection, for weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes. Participants are already on a stable dose of a GLP-1 medication. The study will compare AZD6234 to a placebo over 2…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Smart insulin pump could ease diabetes in cystic fibrosis patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a hybrid closed-loop system (CamAPS FX) can improve blood sugar control in people aged 16 and older with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes. The system combines an insulin pump, continuous glucose monitor, and smartphone app to automatically adjust insulin.…
Sponsor: University of Cambridge • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New study aims to help cancer survivors manage other health problems
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new way for cancer doctors and primary care doctors to work together to help cancer survivors manage other health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. About 800 adults with certain cancers and at least one of these conditions will …
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New app reminds diabetes patients to get key tests done
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a digital tool called DIPAR that sends reminders to adults with type 2 diabetes to get important lab tests, like kidney function and blood sugar checks. About 200 participants use the tool through a patient portal to see if it helps them stay on track with their …
Sponsor: KU Leuven • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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App aims to slash heart disease risk in moms after complicated pregnancies
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a specially designed app can help women who had high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy get the recommended heart check-ups after giving birth. About 400 women from Oslo University Hospital will either use the app or receive standard care. The go…
Sponsor: Oslo University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Could a weekly shot help type 1 diabetes patients shed pounds and control blood sugar?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 trial tests tirzepatide, a once-weekly injection, in 465 adults with type 1 diabetes who are also overweight or obese. Participants receive either tirzepatide or a placebo for about 20 months. The study measures changes in blood sugar control (HbA1c) and body weight …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New drug aramchol aims to reverse fatty liver damage in phase 3 trial
Disease control PausedThis study tests a drug called Aramchol for people with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a serious fatty liver disease that can lead to scarring. About 150 adults with NASH and liver scarring (stages 1-3) will take Aramchol or a placebo for up to 72 weeks. The goal is to see …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Galmed Research and Development, Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Intense lifestyle overhaul shows promise for new diabetes patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a 12-week program of very-low-calorie diet or high-intensity exercise can improve blood sugar control in adults aged 40-70 who are newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and overweight. Participants are randomly assigned to diet, exercise, or standard educa…
Sponsor: Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Which weight loss surgery works best? major trial launches
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two weight loss surgeries for people with severe obesity: sleeve gastrectomy with transit bipartition (SG+TB) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). About 320 participants will be followed for two years to see which surgery leads to greater weight loss and fewer…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Could a 14-Day drug delay diabetes in toddlers?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a drug called teplizumab in 20 children under 8 who have early signs of type 1 diabetes (Stage 2). The goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body handles it. Teplizumab works by calming the immune system to protect insulin-making cells. If successful, …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug also mend hearts? new study in kazakhstan investigates
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a dual GIP/GLP-1 drug (a type of diabetes medication) in 120 adults in Kazakhstan who have both chronic heart failure and type 2 diabetes. Participants take the drug for 40 weeks and have regular heart tests, blood work, and genetic checks. The goal is to see if …
Sponsor: Nazarbayev University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Surgery may reverse early diabetes without meds
Disease control OngoingThis study tests if weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) can help people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes and a BMI of 30-42 achieve diabetes remission without medication. About 30 adults will be randomly assigned to either surgery or standard medical care and followed fo…
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliera Santa Maria, Terni, Italy • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Could a diabetes shot help your brain fight obesity?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding the drug insulin detemir to a low-calorie diet helps obese adults with type 2 diabetes lose more weight and improve brain function related to food reward. About 240 people will be split into two groups: one on diet only, the other on diet plus d…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Exercise and brain training show promise for stroke recovery in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether regular exercise and cognitive training, alone or together, can improve physical and mental function in adults aged 60+ who have had a stroke and also have high blood pressure or diabetes. Over 400 participants from five Chinese cities will take part in 1…
Sponsor: Duke Kunshan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Common heart drug may shield eyes of type 1 diabetes patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether fenofibrate, a drug typically used to lower blood fats, can slow the worsening of diabetic retinopathy (eye damage) in adults with type 1 diabetes. Over 400 participants take either fenofibrate or a placebo daily for three years. The goal is to see if the…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of Sydney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Shorter antibiotic course for diabetic foot infection tested – but trial never started
Disease control CancelledThis study aimed to see if a 3-week course of antibiotics works as well as a 6-week course for treating bone infections in the feet of people with diabetes. The trial planned to include adults with diabetes and a forefoot bone infection treated without surgery. However, the study…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Tourcoing Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can soul food makeover cut diabetes risk? new study tests culturally relevant diets
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether three culturally tailored diet patterns (U.S.-style, Mediterranean, and vegetarian) can improve eating habits and reduce type 2 diabetes risk in 198 African American adults. Participants attend weekly classes for 6 months, then bi-weekly for another 6 mon…
Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New CGM device aims to simplify diabetes management
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study is testing a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called the iCan o3 in 70 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Participants will wear the device for 60 days to see if it improves their blood sugar control, especially the time spent in a healthy range. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Sinocare • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Withdrawn before start: experimental cocktail for type 1 diabetes never tested
Disease control CancelledThis pilot study aimed to test whether a combination of four drugs—ATG, low-dose IL-2, adalimumab, and exenatide—could help people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes keep producing their own insulin. The trial planned to enroll adults aged 18-35 diagnosed within the last 120 da…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Camillo Ricordi and Jay Skyler • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Ear zaps could tame blood sugar and boost mood in obesity
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a device that gently stimulates the vagus nerve through the ear can improve how the body handles sugar and affect mood in people with obesity and prediabetes. Seventy participants will use the device for 45 minutes, three times a week for three months. Th…
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Free groceries for diabetes? study tests if money for healthy food lowers blood sugar
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving people with type 2 diabetes money to buy healthy foods online, plus free delivery, helps lower their blood sugar levels. About 1,000 adults with poorly controlled diabetes will either get money for healthy food plus free delivery, or just free deli…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Pharmacists take on heart disease: new study tests community-based risk reduction
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a pharmacist-led program can help people reduce their risk of heart disease. Over 1,000 adults with conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or obesity are taking part. Pharmacists use a step-by-step guide to assess risk and support lifestyle change…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New shot helps diabetics shed pounds in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medication, maridebart cafraglutide, to see if it helps adults with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese lose more weight than a placebo. About 1,100 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 72 weeks. The main goal is to measure the…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Sugar pill or savior? supplement may cut insulin use in pregnancy diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether myo-inositol, an oral dietary supplement, can help pregnant women with gestational diabetes control their blood sugar without needing insulin shots. About 1,080 women with newly diagnosed gestational diabetes will receive either myo-inositol or a placebo …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Could a blood filter help control type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase study tests a treatment called extracorporeal photopheresis (ECP) for people with type 1 diabetes. ECP filters and treats a patient's blood with light and a drug, then returns it to the body. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce the need for insulin inj…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can cooking classes help kids with type 1 diabetes? new study tests a Kitchen-Based approach
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a 10-lesson family cooking and diabetes education program called DICE for 32 youth aged 8-14 with type 1 diabetes who struggle with blood sugar control. The program aims to improve blood sugar management and reduce health disparities by teaching families practica…
Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Could a single pill beat two for diabetes control?
Disease control CancelledThis study aimed to see if a single pill combining two diabetes medications works better than taking them separately for people with type 2 diabetes already on metformin. The goal was to improve blood sugar control and reduce side effects like weight gain and swelling. However, t…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eurofarma Laboratorios S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Diabetes combo trial pulled before it even started
Disease control CancelledThis study planned to test whether adding two newer diabetes drugs (Forxiga and Januvia) to standard metformin treatment could better control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It aimed to enroll adults aged 18–80 whose diabetes was not well controlled on metformin alone…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eurofarma Laboratorios S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New obesity drug shows promise in major japanese trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new drug called maridebart cafraglutide to help adults in Japan with obesity lose weight. About 279 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 72 weeks. The main goals are to see how much weight they lose and if at least 5% of body weight is los…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Amgen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New diabetes drug shows promise for early treatment
Disease control OngoingThis study compares the long-term effects of tirzepatide, a newer diabetes medication, with standard treatments in 780 adults who were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes within the last 4 years. Participants must be on metformin alone and have moderately high blood sugar levels. The …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Teplizumab safety tracked for over 3 years in young diabetes patients
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 188 children and adolescents who completed the PROTECT study to check the long-term safety of teplizumab, an antibody treatment for recent-onset type 1 diabetes. Researchers will monitor side effects, insulin use, and blood sugar control for an additional 42 mo…
Sponsor: Provention Bio, a Sanofi Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New diabetes shot GZR18 takes on semaglutide in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis phase 3 study tests a new injectable drug called GZR18 in about 1,100 Chinese adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled by metformin or other oral medications. Participants receive either GZR18 or the approved drug semaglutide to compare how well e…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug protect arteries in type 1 diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether metformin, a drug used for type 2 diabetes, can slow the buildup of calcium in leg arteries of people with type 1 diabetes. 230 adults will take either metformin or a placebo for two years. The goal is to see if metformin reduces artery hardening, which c…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New diabetes shot shows promise in Late-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 study tests an injectable drug called GZR18 in 274 Chinese adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled by diet and exercise alone. Participants receive either GZR18 or a placebo to see if the drug improves blood sugar levels, weight, and wais…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can food vouchers and diabetes classes improve health for native communities?
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether combining diabetes nutrition classes with vouchers for fruits and vegetables helps American Indian and Alaska Native adults better manage their type 2 diabetes. About 67 participants will be split into three groups: some get both classes and vouchers, …
Sponsor: Colorado State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Could a gut procedure help control diabetes? new trial investigates
Disease control PausedThis study tests a procedure called duodenal mucosal resurfacing (DMR) using the Revita system in people with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled with medication. About 320 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the real procedure or a sham (fake)…
Sponsor: Fractyl Health Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Buddy up for better blood sugar: new study tests social support for young adults with diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a program called FAMS-T1D that helps young adults (ages 18-24) with type 1 diabetes set goals and get support from a friend or family member. The goal is to see if this approach improves blood sugar control, reduces diabetes distress, and helps the support person…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Could transplanted islets free diabetics from insulin?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether transplanting insulin-producing islet cells from donors into the liver can help people with type 1 diabetes control blood sugar without insulin shots. Ten participants receive strong anti-rejection drugs to protect the new cells. Researchers will track bl…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Could a gut zapping procedure free diabetics from insulin?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests a device that uses radiofrequency vapor to ablate (remove) a thin layer of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine) in 16 adults with type 2 diabetes who need insulin. The goal is to see if this procedure, with or without the drug semaglutide, i…
Sponsor: Aqua Medical, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New cell implant aims to curb severe low blood sugar in type 1 diabetes
Disease control CancelledThis study tested a new treatment called SR-02, which involves implanting insulin-producing cells into the abdomen of adults with type 1 diabetes who experience dangerously low blood sugar. Participants would need to take lifelong anti-rejection drugs to prevent the body from att…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Seraxis • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Can a drug save Insulin-Making cells in kids with New-Onset diabetes?
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether aldesleukin, a drug that helps regulate the immune system, can preserve insulin production in children and young adults (ages 6-18) recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Participants receive either aldesleukin or a placebo for 6 months, an…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Cash for class: new study tests money incentives for diabetes control
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether giving cash payments to inner-city African Americans with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes can improve their blood sugar levels and quality of life. Participants are randomly assigned to receive money for attending virtual diabetes education sessions or …
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a special diet help moms with gestational diabetes and their babies?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two guided diets for overweight pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes: one moderately low in carbohydrates and another high in plant-based protein with Nordic foods. Over 42 participants, researchers track blood sugar levels using continuous monit…
Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Your digital twin could help beat diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis Cleveland Clinic study tests a digital twin system that uses AI and daily sensor data to give personalized coaching on diet, exercise, sleep, and breathing. 150 adults with type 2 diabetes will either use the system or receive usual care for one year. The goal is to see if m…
Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:33 UTC
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Silver spray boosts wound healing in diabetic foot patients?
Disease control By invitation onlyThis study compares two wound treatments for people with diabetes who have severe foot wounds after leg artery surgery. One group gets standard vacuum therapy, the other gets the same therapy plus a silver nanoparticle spray applied to the wound. The goal is to see which approach…
Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Eye implant for diabetes? trial pulled before it began
Disease control CancelledThis study aimed to transplant insulin-producing cells into the front chamber of the eye for people with type 1 diabetes and poor vision. The goal was to see if the procedure was safe for the eye. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results a…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Heartbeat test aims to catch hidden nerve damage in diabetes
Diagnosis CancelledResearchers are testing whether a device called ANSiScope Plus can identify autonomic dysfunction by measuring heart rate variability. Participants include healthy adults and people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, some with complications like nerve, kidney, or eye damage. Ea…
Sponsor: DyAnsys, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Brain scans may predict who is most at risk for dangerous low blood sugar
Diagnosis PausedResearchers are testing whether a brain imaging measurement can predict how strongly the body reacts to low blood sugar. The study enrolls healthy adults aged 18 to 40 with a body mass index between 20 and 30. Participants undergo two procedures: a brain scan to measure glial ace…
Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fingernail clipping could spot diabetes risk
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a new way to screen for type 2 diabetes by measuring sugar levels in fingernails. Researchers will compare results from 100 adults (half with known diabetes, half without) to standard blood tests. The goal is to see if this simple, non-invasive method can accurat…
Sponsor: Glyconics Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New test could spot hidden diabetes in pancreatic disease patients
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing a mixed meal test to better diagnose a specific type of diabetes (type 3c) that occurs in people with pancreatic cancer or chronic pancreatitis. Researchers will enroll 775 adults aged 30 to 84 who have new-onset diabetes and one of these pancreatic conditio…
Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test could predict who faces rapid kidney decline in diabetes
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial tests whether a blood-based test called KidneyIntelX can help doctors better manage patients with type 2 diabetes and early-stage chronic kidney disease. The test estimates the risk of rapid kidney function decline over five years. Researchers will see if using this te…
Sponsor: Renalytix AI, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a home sugar test replace the clinic visit for diabetes diagnosis?
Diagnosis OngoingThis study compares a self-administered oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) at home using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) with the standard clinic-based OGTT. 75 adults with prediabetes will undergo both tests to see if the home version accurately diagnoses blood sugar problems…
Sponsor: Linkoeping University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple clinic Check-In change catch hidden high blood pressure and diabetes?
Diagnosis OngoingThis trial tests whether improving how clinics measure and record blood pressure, height, and weight can help identify people with undiagnosed hypertension or diabetes. About 800 adults visiting family medicine clinics will be part of a study where some clinics use the FOR-Care m…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood test could spot type 1 diabetes before symptoms strike
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks for tiny particles in the blood, called exosomes, that might signal the start of type 1 diabetes. Researchers will compare children recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes to healthy children, all aged 12 to 18. The goal is to find a better way to catch the disea…
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Blood test breakthrough could end painful liver biopsies for NASH patients
Diagnosis OngoingThis study looks at whether two blood markers, PLIN2 and RAB14, can accurately diagnose NASH (a serious liver disease) and advanced scarring, without needing a liver biopsy. Researchers will test these markers in 828 adults with NASH, type 2 diabetes, or obesity. If successful, t…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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AI eye exam could spot diabetes blindness before it starts
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study is testing whether an artificial intelligence (AI) program can spot early signs of diabetic retinopathy—a condition that can lead to blindness—in people with prediabetes and diabetes. Researchers will take pictures of the retina and use the AI to analyze them. The goal…
Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Blood test could unmask silent heart failure in diabetics
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether a blood test for NT-proBNP can spot undiagnosed heart failure in 706 people with diabetes who are at high risk. Those with elevated levels get a heart ultrasound and exam. The goal is to see if this screening strategy leads to more early diagnoses and pro…
Sponsor: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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AI could spot diabetic eye disease in minutes
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) to screen for diabetic retinopathy is faster and more accessible than the usual method with an eye doctor. About 548 adults with diabetes will be randomly assigned to either standard screening or AI-based screening using…
Sponsor: Centro De Salud La Comunidad De San Ysidro Inc DBA: San Ysidro Health • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Handheld scanners and glucose monitors aim to catch diseases early
Diagnosis By invitation onlyThis study tests whether portable ultrasound and blood glucose monitors can help doctors catch chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease earlier than usual. About 200 adults will use these devices or receive standard care for 6 months. The goal is to see…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Truway Health, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New screening tool aims to catch diabetic nerve damage early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests a short questionnaire called ACT to see if it can accurately detect nerve damage in the feet and legs of people with diabetes. Researchers will compare it to standard screening tools and an eye test that looks at tiny nerve fibers. The goal is to find a simple, n…
Sponsor: Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:24 UTC
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Can cooking classes cut heart risk? new study tests community approach
Prevention OngoingThis study explores whether a community-based cooking program can help African-American adults at risk for heart disease cook and eat healthier. About 43 participants from Washington, D.C. will take surveys, attend cooking classes led by a chef, and track their eating habits. The…
Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Chatbot coach takes aim at diabetes risk after pregnancy
Prevention OngoingWomen who develop gestational diabetes are far more likely than other women to develop type 2 diabetes within a few years after giving birth. This trial tests whether a smartphone app that delivers personalized coaching on diet, exercise, sleep, and mental well-being can help pre…
Sponsor: Institute for Human Development and Potential (IHDP), Singapore • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can free weekly produce and cooking classes change health habits?
Prevention OngoingResearchers at Cornell University are testing whether a produce prescription program helps adults who have diet-related conditions and trouble affording food. Participants receive weekly boxes of fresh local produce for 8 to 24 weeks and attend eight nutrition education classes. …
Sponsor: Cornell University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we catch type 1 diabetes before it strikes?
Prevention By invitation onlyThis study tests whether screening children with a high genetic risk for type 1 diabetes, along with regular follow-up and family education, leads to an earlier diagnosis of the disease. Researchers will track 600 children to see if this approach prevents severe symptoms and diab…
Sponsor: Lund University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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500,000-person study aims to close diabetes screening gaps with tailored outreach
Prevention By invitation onlyThis study tests whether sending personalized screening invitations based on a person's race, ethnicity, and diabetes risk, plus offering phone navigation for those who don't respond, leads to more people getting tested for diabetes compared to generic invitations or usual care. …
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests lifestyle program to stop gestational diabetes before it starts
Prevention CancelledThis study tests whether a more intensive diet and activity counseling program can help high-risk pregnant women keep their blood sugar in a healthy range and lower their chances of developing gestational diabetes. About 100 women early in pregnancy (16 weeks or less) who have ri…
Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A new approach to curb binge eating may lower diabetes risk in young black women
Prevention OngoingThis study tests two behavioral programs—Appetite Awareness Training and the Diabetes Prevention Program—to see if they can reduce binge eating and prevent weight gain in Black women aged 18-25 who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. Participants will attend 16 core sessions over si…
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable glucose monitor may supercharge lifestyle change in prediabetes
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether adding a real-time continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to a YMCA healthy lifestyle program helps adults with prediabetes improve their glucose levels, diet, and physical activity. Participants attend health coaching sessions and YMCA classes, with some weari…
Sponsor: Young Men's Christian Association of the Blue Water Area • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New digital outreach aims to prevent diabetes in moms after pregnancy
Prevention By invitation onlyThis trial tests an online program to help women who had gestational diabetes get the recommended diabetes screening and lifestyle programs after giving birth. The program includes standard health information plus optional interactive components like values reflection and persona…
Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can free groceries and cooking classes stop diabetes before it starts?
Prevention OngoingThis pilot study will test whether providing Mediterranean diet groceries plus virtual nutrition classes helps overweight adults at risk for type 2 diabetes improve their diet and lose weight. Forty participants in the US South will be randomly assigned to receive either weekly g…
Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable tech could stop Post-Pregnancy diabetes in its tracks
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether giving women who had gestational diabetes a continuous glucose monitor and a FitBit can help them adopt healthier habits and prevent type 2 diabetes. Participants will wear the sensor for up to 14 days and use the tracker to monitor their activity. The st…
Sponsor: KK Women's and Children's Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Hoops for health: could basketball boost diabetes prevention?
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests whether adding recreational basketball to the standard National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) helps adults aged 18-44 with prediabetes lose more weight, lower blood sugar, and become more active. Participants are randomly assigned to either the standard prog…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Quitting smoking may also ward off diabetes — a trial puts the dual strategy to the test
Prevention OngoingThis trial investigates whether a smoking cessation program that also helps control weight can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in people who smoke and have prediabetes. Participants receive varenicline (a quit-smoking medication) along with personalized coaching on …
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Free meals and coaching aim to cut pregnancy risks
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether providing fresh meals, health coaching, and education to high-risk pregnant women can reduce the chance of developing gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, or preeclampsia. 69 women in Milwaukee are randomly assigned to either receive the program or …
Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable insoles warn of foot pressure to stop diabetic ulcers
Prevention OngoingThis trial tests a wearable insole system that monitors foot pressure, temperature, and movement, giving real-time alerts to help users shift weight and avoid injury. The study includes people with type 1 or 2 diabetes who have nerve damage and a recent history of healed foot ulc…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Low-gluten diet in toddlers may cut celiac risk, study finds
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether giving children with a genetic risk for celiac disease a low-gluten diet (less than 3 grams per day) during their first three years of life can lower their chance of developing the disease by age 7. About 1,100 children from Sweden are taking part. The…
Sponsor: Lund University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New alert system aims to cut diabetes risk in mental health patients
Prevention By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether alerting clinical pharmacists about diabetes risk can help prevent type 2 diabetes in younger adults with serious mental illness. People with conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder are at higher risk for diabetes, partly due to medication si…
Sponsor: Kaiser Permanente • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Could a TB vaccine stop diabetes? new trial hopes so
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether the BCG vaccine, normally used for tuberculosis, can prevent type 2 diabetes in people with pre-diabetes. Researchers in Guinea-Bissau will give two doses of BCG or a placebo to 200 adults and track their blood sugar levels. The goal is to see if the vacc…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Bandim Health Project • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Digital coach aims to stop diabetes before it starts
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a web application called VA|PREVENTION that uses a virtual coach to help adults at high risk for type 2 diabetes make healthier choices. 180 participants will either use the app or receive a standard guidebook. Researchers will measure changes in waist circumfere…
Sponsor: Egas Moniz - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Could a cheap Fat-Lowering drug shield kidneys in type 1 diabetes?
Prevention OngoingThis pilot study tests whether fenofibrate, a generic drug used to lower blood fats, can prevent kidney function loss in people with type 1 diabetes who are at high risk of kidney failure. Forty participants will receive either fenofibrate or a placebo for 18 months, and their ki…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Alessandro Doria • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Pregnancy program aims to cut obesity and diabetes in moms and kids
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether a community-based program focused on healthy eating and exercise during and after pregnancy can lower the chances of obesity and type 2 diabetes in mothers and their children. About 1,000 pregnant women in urban areas will take part. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Ancient chinese herb berberine tested to stop heart disease and diabetes in its tracks
Prevention OngoingThis large, phase 4 trial is testing whether berberine, a natural compound, can prevent heart disease and diabetes in over 2,000 high-risk adults in China. Participants take berberine or a placebo twice daily, plus receive lifestyle advice. The study tracks blood sugar and heart …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can a telehealth program help older adults prevent diabetes?
Prevention OngoingThis study looks at whether a diabetes prevention program delivered via telehealth works as well as the same program done in person for adults aged 65 and older with prediabetes. About 238 participants will be randomly assigned to either a telehealth or in-person group, and resea…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Cookie cure? golden rice snack may prevent diabetic nerve damage
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether cookies made from golden rice and red betel leaf can help prevent diabetic neuropathy, a common nerve damage complication of diabetes. 102 adults with diabetes will eat one cookie daily for 28 days. Researchers will measure changes in nerve symptoms and b…
Sponsor: Hasanuddin University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Buddy system and grocery vouchers aim to stop diabetes before it starts
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether adding peer support and healthy food vouchers to a standard diabetes prevention program helps low-income adults with prediabetes stick with the program and lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. About 142 participants will either get the standard…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Nudge, nudge: simple texts could curb diabetes epidemic
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether easy-to-use tools like a decision aid and text messages can encourage people with prediabetes to take proven steps—like joining a lifestyle program or taking metformin—to prevent type 2 diabetes. Nearly 1,000 adults from primary care clinics are taking pa…
Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Early diet coaching may cut gestational diabetes risk in at-risk moms
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether starting nutritional counseling early in pregnancy can improve blood sugar control in women at risk for gestational diabetes. 150 pregnant women will receive either standard care or one-on-one sessions with a dietitian, plus videos and phone support. The …
Sponsor: CHU de Quebec-Universite Laval • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:59 UTC
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New program aims to reduce shame from chronic illness
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a group counseling program called Healing HEARTS to help people with conditions like obesity, skin disease, cancer, HIV, diabetes, or chronic pain deal with internalized stigma. Participants will either join the counseling program or a peer support group. The goa…
Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New app aims to turn wearable data into diabetes Self-Care success
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests MPowerHub, a smartphone app that helps adults with type 2 diabetes make sense of data from continuous glucose monitors and activity trackers. The app shows combined trends and prompts daily questions about diet, sleep, stress, and medication. Researchers wa…
Sponsor: Ann-Marie Rosland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can treating the mind help control diabetes? new study tests integrated care
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether adding mental health care to standard diabetes treatment improves mood and blood sugar control in adults with type 1 diabetes. Eighty participants will be randomly assigned to usual care or a collaborative care model that includes a behavioral health cons…
Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pumping iron for blood sugar: does effort matter?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares high-effort versus low-effort resistance exercise sessions to see which better controls blood sugar in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Fifteen participants will complete both types of sessions plus a no-exercise control day, with blood sugar monito…
Sponsor: University of New Mexico • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a text message program help you manage diabetes? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests a mobile phone program called STRIDE for adults with type 2 diabetes and a close friend or family member. The program includes monthly coaching calls and text message support to help with medication and goals. The study will enroll 180 people to see if the …
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can digital skills training empower a diabetes community?
Symptom relief OngoingThis pilot study tests a training program designed to improve eHealth literacy—the ability to find and use health information online—among Bangladeshi adults with type 2 diabetes in Ancona, Italy. The program, co-designed with patients and community members, includes four modules…
Sponsor: Marche Region Regional Health Agency • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a blood flow 'Tourniquet' workout repair diabetic nerve damage?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether blood flow restriction (BFR) training—exercising with a cuff that partially limits blood flow—can improve blood sugar control, nerve function, pain, and quality of life in people with type 2 diabetes and peripheral neuropathy. Participants will be randoml…
Sponsor: Superior University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to help seniors master glucose monitors
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a remote education program called REST, designed to help adults aged 65 and older with insulin-treated diabetes start and keep using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). The goal is to reduce dangerous low blood sugar episodes and improve overall glucose control. …
Sponsor: Joslin Diabetes Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Press play on better health: could recording doctor visits boost Self-Care in seniors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis trial tests whether giving older adults with diabetes and other chronic conditions audio recordings of their clinic visits helps them take a more active role in their own care. Participants either receive these recordings for a year or standard after-visit summaries. The stu…
Sponsor: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser light may soothe diabetic nerve pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a non-invasive light therapy called photobiomodulation (low-level laser) for people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy—nerve damage causing pain, tingling, and numbness in the feet. 36 adults with type 2 diabetes and foot pain for at least 6 months will receive …
Sponsor: University of Faisalabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can a smartphone app lift the emotional burden of type 2 diabetes?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a self-guided digital program called covivio to help adults with type 2 diabetes manage emotional distress tied to their condition. About 250 participants will either use the app alongside their usual care or continue with usual care alone. The goal is to see if …
Sponsor: Gaia AG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Talking therapy aims to ease the emotional burden of type 1 diabetes
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talking therapy) delivered online, along with a continuous glucose monitor, can reduce diabetes-related distress in adults with type 1 diabetes. About 93 adults aged 18-64 will be randomly assigned to receive either…
Sponsor: Albert Einstein College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New app aims to help type 1 diabetes patients exercise safely
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a smartphone app called PACTAID in 20 adults with type 1 diabetes. The app gives real-time advice during exercise to help keep blood sugar levels stable while using an automated insulin pump. Researchers will check if the app improves glucose control during and a…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New diabetes clinic aims to make life easier for kids and families
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a new way of caring for children under 10 with diabetes. The clinic uses play, nutrition advice, mental health support, and parent groups to help families feel calmer and more in control. About 100 children and their families will take part to see if this approac…
Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Hospital patients get a game plan to beat bedrest
Symptom relief CancelledThis study aimed to see if making physical activity into a game could help older hospital patients move more. Participants would have received daily text messages, set step goals, earned points, and worn a Fitbit to track their steps. The study was withdrawn before any patients w…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New pain relief for diabetic nerves? trial pulled before start
Symptom relief CancelledThis study was designed to test a new drug called N0750 against two standard pain medications (Cymbalta and Lyrica) for painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It planned to enroll adults with diabetes and nerve pain for at least 3 months. However, the trial was withdrawn before …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Eurofarma Laboratorios S.A. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can simple nerve stretches ease diabetic burning pain?
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests two types of nerve stretches—active (patient-controlled) and passive (therapist-applied)—to see which better reduces burning pain, improves muscle strength, and increases joint movement in people with diabetic neuropathy. Sixty adults aged 40 to 65 with diabetes …
Sponsor: Dow University of Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:43 UTC
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Gut bacteria may hold clues to dozens of diseases
Knowledge-focused PausedResearchers are sequencing the gut microbiomes of people with a wide range of conditions, from autism and Alzheimer's to Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis, to see whether bacterial patterns differ by disease. The study also enrolls healthy participants for comparison. By mat…
Sponsor: ProgenaBiome • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Sickle cell clues to diabetes risk hidden in DNA
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago are studying how the bodies of adults with sickle cell disease handle glucose, cholesterol, and triglycerides, and why some of them develop diabetes. The study enrolls 75 adults over 35 with major sickle cell genotypes. Partici…
Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Heart drug entresto may double as diabetes treatment, small study hints
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study tests whether a heart failure medication called Entresto (sacubitril/valsartan) can boost a natural hormone that helps control blood sugar after meals. Researchers will give the drug or a comparison drug (valsartan) to 25 adults with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 21, 2026 22:00 UTC
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New scale aims to help diabetes patients manage low blood sugar
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study checks if a Turkish version of a questionnaire about managing low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is accurate and reliable. Researchers will ask 200 adults with type 2 diabetes who have had low blood sugar to fill out the questionnaire. The goal is to make sure the scale wo…
Sponsor: Bilecik Seyh Edebali Universitesi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Healthy volunteers test new pill for obesity and diabetes – but only to see how food changes its effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-stage study looks at how taking a new tablet called CX11 with or without food changes the amount of drug in the blood. It involves 32 healthy adults and does not aim to treat any disease. The results will help researchers decide how to give the drug in future studies f…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Vincentage Pharma Co., Ltd • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerve pain in diabetes: new study to measure its real impact on daily life
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is looking at how nerve pain (neuropathic pain) affects the ability to care for oneself and overall quality of life in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure pain levels and quality of life in 128 adults with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to better unders…
Sponsor: Bilecik Seyh Edebali Universitesi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for diabetes genes in large study
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study looks at the genetic and molecular factors behind type 2 diabetes, obesity, and related complications like kidney disease. Researchers will collect health information, blood and urine samples, and perform tests like eye exams and ultrasounds from over 2,300 adults, foc…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive baltimore study tracks how race and wealth shape aging
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study follows over 3,700 adults in Baltimore to understand why some people age healthier than others. Researchers are looking at how race, income, and neighborhood affect risks for diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and memory loss. Participants visit mobile he…
Sponsor: National Institute on Aging (NIA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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No-Needle glucose monitor could spot pregnancy risks early
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis pilot study is testing a device called LabClasp that measures blood sugar without needles. Researchers want to see if regular, non-invasive glucose checks can help predict gestational diabetes and preeclampsia in pregnant women. The study plans to enroll 100 women with at le…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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VA tests new ways to get women veterans into virtual health programs
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how to help VA medical centers offer virtual programs that prevent heart disease, diabetes, and depression in women Veterans. Researchers are testing two different support strategies at 20 VA sites to see which works better. The study does not involve patients…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Chilly vests reveal hidden fat secrets that could fight obesity
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates why brown fat, which burns calories to generate heat, stops working when it's warm. Researchers will use cold vests on 8 healthy and obese adults to see how genes and proteins change. The goal is to find new targets for treating obesity and related metabol…
Sponsor: Rockefeller University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a handoff plan help teens with chronic illness take charge of their care?
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers are testing a transition program for 17-year-olds with type 1 diabetes, asthma, or obesity who are preparing to move from pediatric to adult healthcare. The program includes a consultation with the teen and family, a solo visit where the teen completes a readiness che…
Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do african americans face higher diabetes risk? new genetics study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study aims to understand how genes affect obesity, diabetes, and heart disease in people of African ancestry. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,100 adults, including African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, and migrants from sub-Saharan Africa. …
Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive family study hunts for kidney disease genes in diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis large study is looking at the genes of over 9,000 people with diabetes and kidney disease, along with their family members. The goal is to find which genes make some people more likely to get diabetic kidney disease. By understanding the genetic roots, researchers hope to de…
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden heart risks in women
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study is testing whether it's possible to run a larger study that focuses on heart disease in women. Researchers will gather information from 176 women aged 25-55 in Ontario who have had certain female-specific health issues like pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, or…
Sponsor: Ottawa Heart Institute Research Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Does a Mother's weight change the chemistry of her breast milk?
Knowledge-focused OngoingResearchers are studying whether a mother's weight and blood sugar during pregnancy affect the makeup of her breast milk, and whether those differences influence how her baby grows. The study will follow pregnant women with a range of body sizes, including those with gestational …
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Cured of hepatitis c? this study follows patients for 10 years to see what happens next
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 121 adults who have been cured of chronic hepatitis C to understand why some still develop liver complications like scarring or cancer. Participants are monitored for up to 10 years with regular tests, scans, and occasional liver biopsies. The goal is to learn …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to catch pancreatic cancer sooner in diabetics
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis large study is testing whether a risk-scoring tool (called ENDPAC) can identify people with new-onset diabetes who are at higher risk for pancreatic cancer. About 8,800 participants aged 50-85 will have their medical records checked for age, weight changes, and blood sugar t…
Sponsor: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart rate secrets: new study tracks diabetes Drug's hidden effects
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study monitors heart rate variability in 150 adults with type 2 diabetes who also have heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or both. Participants will wear a 24-hour heart monitor before and after starting a standard SGLT2 inhibitor medication. The goal is to understand ho…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New digital tool aims to boost diabetes prevention in prediabetes patients
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis pilot study tests a digital tool that doctors use during visits to help patients with prediabetes become more active in managing their health. The tool asks patients a few questions and then gives the doctor tips on how to talk about lifestyle changes and resources like heal…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a wearable glucose monitor improve daily diabetes care? a 5,000-Person study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 5,000 people with diabetes who use a Dexcom continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system in their daily routine. Researchers will track how the device performs when used as labeled and ask participants to complete questionnaires over four years. The goal is to un…
Sponsor: DexCom, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to improve hospital prescribing for seniors with chronic conditions
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a clinical decision framework helps hospital doctors feel more confident when prescribing medications for older adults (65+) with chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. About 150 doctors will attend an educational session and complete s…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your bone health decide if a dental implant lasts?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at dental implant cases to see if bone-related conditions—like vitamin D deficiency, calcium problems, or kidney disease—make implant failure more likely. Researchers will compare 192 failed implants with successful ones from similar patients. The goal is to…
Sponsor: University of Barcelona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kidney clues may predict eye swelling after cataract surgery in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether diabetic kidney disease and blood-sugar control before surgery can help predict a common complication called pseudophakic macular edema (PME) — swelling of the central retina — after cataract surgery in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will rev…
Sponsor: Thammasat University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Will this new pill mess with your cholesterol meds?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-stage trial in 48 healthy volunteers checks whether a new drug called elecoglipron changes how the body processes two common statins (atorvastatin and rosuvastatin). Participants take the statin alone and later with elecoglipron, and researchers measure drug levels in …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to boost cancer screening in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at ways to help more adults with type 2 diabetes get screened for colorectal cancer. Researchers are testing a program that works with patients, their care teams, and clinics to make screening easier. The goal is to see if this approach increases the number of pe…
Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Sugar sensors after transplant: a closer look at recovery
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 40 liver transplant patients after they leave the hospital, using a continuous glucose monitor to track their blood sugar levels. The goal is to see how blood sugar control relates to complications like wound healing or other transplant outcomes. Participants m…
Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood tests could spot hidden liver risk in diabetics
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis completed study observed 40 people with type 2 diabetes to find blood markers that could identify those at risk for a serious liver condition called NASH. Researchers measured liver stiffness and calculated scores like FIB-4 and ELF to see which patients might have liver sca…
Sponsor: Faculty Hospital Kralovske Vinohrady • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Faster blood sugar feedback? new marker may outpace A1c
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis observational study asks whether glycated albumin, a short-term blood sugar marker, can show improvements in glucose control sooner than standard tests like hemoglobin A1c or continuous glucose monitors. Researchers will follow about 100 adults with diabetes who use a CGM an…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can diet and lifestyle shape life after a heart attack? a large study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 4,800 Dutch heart attack survivors aged 60-80 to understand how diet, lifestyle, blood markers, and genetics relate to their long-term health. Researchers are tracking cardiovascular deaths, major heart events, and other conditions like diabetes and cognit…
Sponsor: Wageningen University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Free healthy meals may rewire metabolism in Food-Insecure women
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how not having reliable access to enough food might make it harder to lose weight. Researchers are giving 12 women who face food insecurity and have obesity and prediabetes a steady supply of healthy, low-calorie meals for a period. They will measure changes i…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can Real-World data improve diabetes care in pregnancy?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study gathers real-world information from pregnant women with type 1 diabetes in the United States to understand how they manage their condition. Participants share data from their continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps, and complete online surveys. The goal is to lea…
Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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App aims to boost nutrition for GLP-1 users
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a smartphone app designed to help adults taking GLP-1 medications for obesity or type 2 diabetes eat better. About 50 participants will use the app for 6 weeks to track their diet and learn about nutrition. The goal is to see if the app is helpful and easy to use…
Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Hormone clue may unmask kidney danger in diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether people with type 2 diabetes who have or are at risk for chronic kidney disease produce too much aldosterone, a hormone that regulates salt and blood pressure. Participants undergo several suppression tests—including oral sodium, saline infusion, an…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive study reveals best Second-Line diabetes meds for heart and kidney protection
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at health records from over 780,000 people with type 2 diabetes to compare four common second-line medications: SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, and sulfonylureas. The goal is to see which drug class is most effective at preventing hea…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New screening study targets hidden diabetes and celiac disease in High-Risk communities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is screening 115 underserved children and adults who are at risk for type 1 diabetes or celiac disease. Researchers will use blood tests to find early signs of these conditions, aiming to improve how we detect them. The goal is to catch these diseases sooner, especiall…
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease diabetes care transition for teens
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a program called SHIFT2 that helps teens and young adults with type 1 diabetes prepare for the switch from pediatric to adult medical care. Participants work with a transition coach and receive messages to encourage self-management. The goal is to see if this sup…
Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Placental clues: do progesterone receptors influence gestational diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study investigates whether certain progesterone receptors in the placenta are linked to gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Researchers will compare placental tissue from women with gestational diabetes to tissue from healthy pregnant wom…
Sponsor: Samsun University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Massive database study probes link between popular diabetes drugs and rare thyroid cancer
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses health records from millions of people to see if GLP-1 receptor agonists (drugs for type 2 diabetes and weight loss) are linked to a higher risk of medullary thyroid carcinoma, a rare cancer. Researchers will compare how often this cancer occurs in people taking G…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New mexico study tests virtual training to improve diabetes care
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at whether a telehealth program called ECHO can help healthcare teams in New Mexico better care for patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions. The program connects primary care providers with specialists through video sessions for training and case disc…
Sponsor: University of New Mexico • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood vessel damage after gestational diabetes: is a rogue enzyme to blame?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether an enzyme called NADPH oxidase contributes to blood vessel problems in otherwise healthy women who had gestational diabetes. Researchers will measure how small blood vessels in the skin respond to substances that normally widen them, with and …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Anna Stanhewicz, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Real-world finerenone use in indian kidney and diabetes patients under review
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviews medical records of 1200 Indian adults with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes who started finerenone between August 2022 and April 2024. Researchers will analyze how doctors prescribed the drug, dose changes, and lab results like kidney function and pot…
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can local clinics in abuja handle diabetes care? a new pilot study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis pilot study tests whether diabetes care can be successfully integrated into primary healthcare centers in Abuja, Nigeria. Researchers will screen, diagnose, treat, and educate 106 adults with uncomplicated type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and …
Sponsor: University of Abuja • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes pills may do more than lower blood sugar – could they protect your brain?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether two common diabetes drug combinations (SGLT2 inhibitors plus metformin vs. DPP-4 inhibitors plus metformin) affect memory and depression risk in older adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will track 300 participants over time using memory tests and…
Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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GLP-1 Users' diets under the microscope: what are they really eating?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 50 adults who are about to start GLP-1 therapy for obesity or type 2 diabetes. Researchers will track how their eating habits change over 12 weeks using diet quality scores and body weight. The goal is to understand what dietary support people need while on the…
Sponsor: University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Normal-Weight baseline improve heart risk assessment in type 1 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to measure heart and metabolic risk markers—such as insulin resistance and fat distribution—in young adults aged 18 to 30 with type 1 diabetes and a body mass index under 25. Researchers will track changes over one year using glucose clamps and meal tests. The goa…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Decades-Long study of 121,700 nurses aims to uncover hidden heart disease triggers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-term study follows over 121,000 female nurses to explore how hormones, diet, lifestyle, and genetics affect the risk of heart disease and stroke. Researchers are analyzing blood samples to create a 'metabolomic risk score' that could help predict coronary heart disease.…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug class may change how the bladder behaves
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how SGLT-2 inhibitors, a common class of diabetes drugs, affect lower urinary tract symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and nighttime trips to the bathroom. Researchers will follow adults with type 2 diabetes who are starting an SGLT-2 inhibitor for …
Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye scans could spot Diabetes-Related vision damage years early
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a non-invasive eye scan called OCTA to examine tiny blood vessels in the retina of adults with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to detect early signs of diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of vision loss, before symptoms appear. Researchers will measure vessel densi…
Sponsor: University of Athens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pregnancy complications may predict heart disease: major study continues
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows over 4,000 women who were tracked during their first pregnancy to see how pregnancy complications like high blood pressure or diabetes relate to future heart disease. Researchers will check for conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity over tim…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive korean study maps the overlap of heart, kidney, and metabolic diseases
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study examines health data from about 800,000 Korean adults to see how often conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and fatty liver occur together. Researchers will analyze national survey and insurance records from 2013 to 2023. No …
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive 30-Year Women's health study reveals hidden disease links
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis long-running study follows nearly 100,000 French women, mostly teachers, since 1990 to understand what factors influence their risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other major illnesses. Participants fill out questionnaires every few years about their lifestyle, medi…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Study aims to see if patient diaries match insurance data
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see how accurately patients report their own medication and healthcare use in diaries compared to official health insurance records. It planned to include people with diabetes, arthritis, kidney disease, or prostate cancer. However, the study was withdr…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gastric bypass secrets: intestine rewires metabolism
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how gastric bypass surgery changes the way the small intestine processes sugar and other fuels, which may explain why the surgery improves obesity and type 2 diabetes. Researchers will collect intestinal tissue and blood samples from 32 people before and up to…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Blood markers may foretell heart danger in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is following 964 people with type 2 diabetes to see if three blood markers (hs-cTnI, NT-proBNP, and sST2) can predict who will die or have heart problems. Participants gave blood samples and are being tracked for years. No treatment is being tested—the goal is to learn…
Sponsor: Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New study tracks hidden blood sugar index fluctuations in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how a measure called the hemoglobin glycation index (HGI) changes over time in 750 adults with diabetes who use continuous glucose monitors. HGI compares lab-measured blood sugar levels with estimated levels from a glucose monitor. Researchers will collect dat…
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Carb drink before Weight-Loss surgery may help blood sugar, study hopes to find
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see if giving a carbohydrate drink before bariatric surgery helps control blood sugar after the operation, compared to the standard fasting approach. It planned to enroll patients with high blood sugar who were scheduled for weight-loss surgery. However…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Brain scans reveal diabetes link to cognitive decline in rare disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether diabetes or blood sugar problems can worsen thinking and memory issues in people with myotonic dystrophy type 1. Researchers will use MRI brain scans and thinking tests over 4 years to track changes. The goal is to understand why some patients have mor…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New study probes why kidney disease still strikes in type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why up to 40% of people with type 1 diabetes develop kidney disease, even with better blood sugar control. Researchers will use kidney biopsies and advanced imaging in 100 adults to find hidden risk factors like insulin resistance and inflammation. The goal is…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Home workout study aims to boost heart health in black women
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a remotely delivered resistance training program is practical and helpful for Black women aged 30-64 who are overweight, have prediabetes or diabetes, or have high blood pressure. About 37 women will participate from home using their own devices. The goal…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Diabetes drug eye risk under microscope
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how newer diabetes medications (SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists) affect the eyes of people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will monitor 40 adults who take metformin and are starting these newer drugs. The goal is to see if these drugs cause any …
Sponsor: University of Athens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Hospital data could unmask millions with undiagnosed diabetes and heart disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingOver two million people in the UK have a chronic condition like diabetes or heart disease without knowing it. This study will use information from 4.5 million hospital patients to build a digital platform that spots those at risk. The goal is to help doctors diagnose these condit…
Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can a smart ring predict pancreas trouble? new study recruits 130 volunteers
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is testing whether wearable devices like continuous glucose monitors and the Oura Ring can help predict how well the pancreas is working in people with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. The goal is to develop remote tools that allow personalized treatment to preserve ins…
Sponsor: 4YouandMe • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Massive study checks if ozempic protects hearts and kidneys better than other diabetes meds
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis large study looks back at medical records of 100,000 Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes to compare heart and kidney outcomes between those taking Ozempic and those on other diabetes drugs. Researchers will track major heart problems, strokes, and kidney events. The goal i…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Family diabetes study aims to predict who gets type 2 diabetes
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study follows over 800 people who either have type 2 diabetes or have a strong family history of it. Researchers track who develops diabetes over time using blood tests and questionnaires. The goal is to improve a risk prediction model for type 2 diabetes. The study is curre…
Sponsor: Centre d'Etudes et de Recherche pour l'Intensification du Traitement du Diabète • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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No-scope stomach check: magnetic camera tested for pre-surgery screening
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study tests whether a swallowable camera capsule, controlled by magnets from outside the body, can safely and effectively examine the stomach and esophagus in 30 people preparing for weight loss surgery. Participants swallow the capsule after fasting, and a surgeon guides it…
Sponsor: Jerry Dang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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AI listens to your voice to spot diabetes stress
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study explores whether artificial intelligence can detect stress in people with type 1 diabetes by analyzing their voice recordings. Participants record their voice four times a day for a period. The goal is to develop a tool that helps patients and doctors better understand…
Sponsor: Centre d'Etudes et de Recherche pour l'Intensification du Traitement du Diabète • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Smartphone app tracks stress to uncover diabetes blood sugar mystery
Knowledge-focused PausedThis study looks at how everyday stress impacts blood sugar levels in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will ask 125 participants to rate their stress four times a day using a smartphone app, while a continuous glucose monitor tracks their blood sugar. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: Centre d'Etudes et de Recherche pour l'Intensification du Traitement du Diabète • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Can coaching clinics on social needs screening make a difference?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether giving extra support to community health centers helps them screen patients for non-medical needs like food or housing and refer them to community resources. Twenty health centers will be randomly assigned to get this support or not. The goal is to see…
Sponsor: OCHIN, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can we tell diabetic heart disease apart from other heart conditions?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at over 1,200 adults with type 2 diabetes and heart muscle problems to see if diabetic cardiomyopathy is a unique condition. Researchers will use detailed medical tests, imaging, and biological data to find patterns. The goal is to better understand and diagnose …
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can intense workouts reverse diabetes risk after pregnancy?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study compares 20 women who had gestational diabetes with 20 who did not, all matched by age and weight. Researchers will measure body composition, insulin sensitivity, and other metabolic markers before and after 8 weeks of high-intensity interval training. The goal is to u…
Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can online chats help latinx teens master diabetes tech?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether virtual peer groups can help Latinx teenagers with type 1 diabetes use insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors more effectively. About 120 teens and their caregivers will join online sessions covering topics like family relationships, school, and wo…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Tiny sensor tracks blood sugar swings in dialysis patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a continuous glucose monitor (a small sensor) to track blood sugar levels in 40 adults with diabetes and end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. The goal is to see how glucose changes during and between dialysis sessions over two weeks, and whether those pat…
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Gamification gets seniors moving after hospital discharge
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether using game-like rewards and personal coaching can encourage older adults to walk more after leaving the hospital. About 350 people aged 50 and older with conditions like high blood pressure or heart failure will wear a Fitbit to track their steps. The goa…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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10-Year registry to track safety of weekly growth hormone in kids
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis 10-year observational study will follow 500 children with growth hormone deficiency who are receiving the once-weekly injection somapacitan as part of their routine care. Researchers will track side effects, medication errors, and new cases of cancer or type 2 diabetes. The …
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Liver fat during pregnancy may signal future diabetes risk
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether fat in the liver, detected by ultrasound during pregnancy, can help predict blood sugar problems after delivery in women with gestational diabetes. Researchers will follow 189 women for 6-12 weeks after birth, measuring insulin resistance and other mar…
Sponsor: University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Scientists investigate why some diabetics Don't benefit from exercise
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at why some people with type 2 diabetes do not get the usual health benefits from exercise. Researchers will measure how well cells produce energy before and after exercise. The goal is to find factors that make exercise less effective for certain individuals.
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Exercise's secret power on diabetes revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how exercise training changes the way muscles and fat tissue handle insulin in people with type 2 diabetes. About 39 adults aged 30-65 who are sedentary and have type 2 diabetes will take part. Researchers will use PET scans and small tissue samples to measure…
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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COVID-19's hidden toll on diabetic organs revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at organ changes in people recovering from COVID-19, comparing those with and without type 2 diabetes. Researchers will use scans to measure organ size and volume. The goal is to learn more about how COVID-19 affects the body long-term in diabetic patients.
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden clues in adult diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find new biological markers (biomarkers) for Adult Onset Autoimmune Diabetes (AOnAD) by analyzing blood samples from 25 adults with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will measure changes in specific microRNAs from tiny particles in the blood. No treatment is given; …
Sponsor: AdventHealth Translational Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Hidden heart and kidney disease: 16,660 people screened in major spanish study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study screened over 16,600 adults aged 45-70 with at least one risk factor (like high blood pressure or smoking) but no known heart disease. Researchers used ultrasound and simple blood and urine tests to find hidden signs of atherosclerosis, pre-diabetes, and kidney disease…
Sponsor: Institut de Recerca Biomèdica de Lleida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Study aims to boost diabetes tech access for underserved kids
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to learn why some children with type 1 diabetes, especially those with public insurance, do not use helpful diabetes technology like continuous glucose monitors. Researchers planned to interview and survey healthcare providers to understand barriers and fi…
Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Nuts vs. disease: Million-Person study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at data from 1 million adults worldwide to see if eating nuts is linked to a lower risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and dementia. Researchers will combine information from many past studies to get clearer answers. The goal is to understand i…
Sponsor: Institut Investigacio Sanitaria Pere Virgili • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Massive diabetes biobank aims to predict kidney and heart risks
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is building a large biobank of health information and blood samples from 48,000 people with diabetes in Hong Kong. Researchers will analyze genetic and other markers to find better ways to predict serious complications like kidney failure, heart disease, and stroke. Th…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Study uses MRI to see inside pancreas after Weight-Loss surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 50 obese patients who are having weight-loss surgery (laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy). Researchers use MRI scans and blood tests before surgery and at 1, 3, and 6 months after to measure changes in pancreatic fat and insulin function. The goal is to see if los…
Sponsor: yu li,MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New study maps normal heart function in newborns
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study observes heart function in 216 newborns born at 35 weeks or later. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure how the heart relaxes and fills with blood, creating normal reference values. They will also check if factors like mother's health or birth conditions affect h…
Sponsor: University College Cork • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Pregnancy and diabetes: new study tracks insulin changes
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study aims to understand how the body's response to insulin changes during pregnancy in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will analyze data from continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps used by 100 participants from before pregnancy to six months after birth. The…
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden challenges of pregnancy in somaliland
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows about 800 pregnant women in Somaliland to understand the physical, cultural, and social factors affecting their health during pregnancy, childbirth, and after birth. Researchers will also work with the community to create better contraceptive counseling materia…
Sponsor: University of Hargeisa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Immune system proteins may worsen kidney disease in diabetes, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how the complement system, a part of the immune system, may contribute to kidney damage in people with diabetes. Researchers will measure complement proteins in blood and urine from 90 participants to see if they are linked to kidney disease severity and blood…
Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Soccer field showdown: diabetic vs healthy Boys' bodies put to the test
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at differences in body composition, fitness, and temperature control during exercise between young soccer players with type 1 diabetes and healthy ones. Forty boys who have trained for at least 5 years will be monitored with thermal cameras and continuous glucose…
Sponsor: Paweł Korman • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Diabetes heart study pulled before it even started
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to learn more about using a CT scan to check for calcium buildup in the heart arteries of people with diabetes. The goal was to improve screening and treatment decisions. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no new information wa…
Sponsor: French Cardiology Society • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Laser vs. ultrasound: which root canal method works best for diabetics?
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study looks at how different root canal cleaning methods—laser and ultrasound—affect the immune response in people with and without type 2 diabetes who have a tooth infection called apical periodontitis. Researchers will measure certain immune markers in fluid from around th…
Sponsor: bengisu yüksel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Decades-Long heart study reveals how young adult habits shape future risk
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 5,000 Black and White men and women from age 18-30 for many years to see how their lifestyles and health habits affect their risk of heart disease later in life. Researchers measure things like blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol to understand why some…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Massive study tracks 5,888 seniors to uncover heart disease triggers
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study followed nearly 6,000 adults aged 65 and older to learn what factors predict heart disease, stroke, and related health problems. Researchers aimed to identify risks and understand what leads to disability or death after a heart event. The study did not test a new treat…
Sponsor: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Genes may determine how your body handles food and metformin
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether certain genes influence how people respond to a meal and a single dose of metformin, a common diabetes medication. Over 1,000 adults without diabetes will take a special drink and then have their blood sugar and other markers measured. The goal is to u…
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Heart check for diabetics: worth it or waste?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether routine screening for heart disease is a good use of healthcare money for people with type 2 diabetes who are at very high risk but have no known heart problems. Researchers will analyze data from 90,000 patients in French health databases to compare c…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can running or yoga change how your body handles fat and sugar?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how exercise training changes the way muscles process fat and sugar, which is linked to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Researchers will study healthy, lean, and overweight participants before and after a 16-week running or yoga program. The goal is to…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New study explores best diabetes treatment for black patients
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how two types of diabetes medicines affect the pancreas in Black patients with type 2 diabetes. About 60 adults will take either a GLP-1 receptor agonist or an SGLT-2 inhibitor for 16 weeks. The goal is to see which drug better helps the pancreas make insulin,…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: MaryAnn Banerji • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New study aims to make heart trials more inclusive for women and minorities
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests different ways to reach and enroll women and Black/Latino adults in heart disease research. Participants receive educational text messages about heart health and research opportunities. The goal is to see if these methods increase diversity and trust in clinical …
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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120,000-Person study hopes to crack the code of chronic illness
Knowledge-focused PausedThis observational study plans to enroll 120,000 people with various chronic diseases like pancreatitis, diabetes, and arthritis. Researchers will collect blood samples and health data to study how genetics and lifestyle affect disease progression. The goal is to find common dise…
Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Diabetes and liver danger: new study follows 317 patients to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 317 adults with type 2 diabetes who were first examined between 2019 and 2023. Researchers will repeat advanced liver scans, blood tests, and body composition measurements to see how liver fat and scarring change over time. The goal is to find out who is most a…
Sponsor: Linkoeping University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Unlocking healthy aging secrets for type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 400 adults aged 65 and older with type 1 diabetes to understand how they age compared to people without diabetes. Researchers will measure physical ability, thinking skills, and emotional well-being. The goal is to learn what helps some people age well despite …
Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Timing your workout: morning or evening for better blood sugar?
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to see if exercising in the morning versus the evening changes how the body handles sugar in adults with prediabetes. Participants would have completed short bouts of morning exercise, evening exercise, and no exercise, with their blood sugar and insulin levels m…
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Vitamin D's secret role in blood pressure revealed?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how vitamin D levels might influence high blood pressure in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will collect blood samples from 40 participants to study immune cells called monocytes and see if they trigger a hormone that raises blood pressure. The goal i…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can blood stem cells predict diabetic eye disease?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at blood stem cells (called EPCs) in people with and without diabetes to see if they work differently. Researchers want to know if these cells can predict diabetic retinopathy, an eye disease that can cause vision loss. The study involves 78 adults, including 39 …
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Urine test could guide diabetes meds to protect heart and kidneys
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study explores whether a simple urine protein test can help doctors decide which type 2 diabetes patients need extra medications to protect their heart and kidneys. Fifty adults with type 2 diabetes will receive semaglutide (Ozempic) and finerenone, and researchers will chec…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Biking for science: could AI predict blood sugar spikes during exercise?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study asks 29 adults with type 1 diabetes to complete a 75 km gravel bike ride while wearing a continuous glucose monitor and providing saliva and urine samples. Researchers want to collect detailed data to help build artificial intelligence models that can predict how exerc…
Sponsor: Universitat de Girona • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Diabetes and aspirin: new study checks if the standard dose is enough
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how well a daily 80 mg dose of enteric-coated aspirin works in 50 adults with type 2 diabetes who have not taken aspirin recently. Researchers measure blood platelet function before and after 7 days of treatment to see if the aspirin fully prevents clotting. T…
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Montreal Heart Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Diabetes and surgery risk: stomach ultrasound study pulled before start
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study aimed to see if diabetic patients have slower stomach emptying than non-diabetic patients before scheduled surgery, using a simple ultrasound. It was designed to compare stomach contents after fasting in both groups. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling an…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Hidden liver risk in diabetes patients revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study aims to find out how many people with type 2 diabetes also have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Researchers will use a special ultrasound scan (FibroScan) to check the liver health of 385 adults with type 2 diabetes. The study does not test any new treatment…
Sponsor: Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Can an MRI spot hidden dangers in type 2 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 135 adults with type 2 diabetes over several years, using special MRI scans to check their liver, kidneys, and heart. The goal is to find out which patients are more likely to develop serious complications. No new treatments are being tested—just a better way t…
Sponsor: Perspectum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Diabetes mystery: why some patients escape complications while others suffer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study is looking at 1,000 people with type 2 diabetes to understand why some develop serious complications like eye, kidney, or heart problems while others do not, even with similar blood sugar levels. Researchers will collect medical history and blood samples …
Sponsor: Azienda Ospedaliero, Universitaria Pisana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New diabetes drug tested in patients with liver problems
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how a single dose of the experimental drug GZR4 injection behaves in people with mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment compared to those with normal liver function. The goal is to understand the drug's safety and how the body processes it. 36 adults with …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Navigator plus tech aims to close diabetes care gap
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a Patient Navigator can help 150 people with type 1 diabetes use their continuous glucose monitors more effectively. The goal is to reduce health disparities and improve outcomes. Participants will receive extra support while using their standard CGM devi…
Sponsor: University of Chicago • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New glucose monitor could make skies safer for diabetic pilots
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a continuous glucose monitor (Dexcom G6) helps pilots with insulin-treated diabetes keep their blood sugar in a safe range during flights. Seventeen pilots wore the device for six months, comparing its readings with their usual finger-stick tests. The …
Sponsor: University of Surrey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Hidden culprit? scientists investigate staphylococcus pettenkoferi in diabetic foot infections
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at a type of bacteria called Staphylococcus pettenkoferi, often found in diabetic foot ulcers. Researchers will analyze the DNA of 230 bacterial samples to see if certain strains are more harmful. The goal is to understand if this bacteria plays a role in making …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Kidney disease linked to faster memory loss, new study aims to find out why
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 600 people with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD) for up to four years to compare how often memory loss, confusion, and daily activity problems occur. Researchers will also look for risk factors that make thinking and memory worse in CKD patients. Partic…
Sponsor: Anne Murray • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New MRI scans aim to unlock secrets of the pancreas in type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study uses advanced MRI scans to measure the size and texture of the pancreas in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Researchers hope to develop standard methods for assessing the pancreas, which could improve understanding of the disease. About 250 participants …
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Glucose monitor study for gestational diabetes withdrawn before starting
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see how well continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) work for pregnant women with gestational diabetes who need medication. It planned to compare blood sugar patterns in women taking metformin versus insulin during pregnancy and after delivery. However, the …
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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App aims to help parents of kids with diabetes, but study was withdrawn
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to find out what parents of children aged 8-12 with type 1 diabetes need to better use insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors. Researchers planned to use this information to create an app to support parents and improve diabetes management. However, …
Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Massive study tests diabetes drug for heart attack recovery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a common diabetes medicine (SGLT2 inhibitor) can help prevent future heart problems in people with type 2 diabetes who have had a heart attack. Researchers will compare health records of 200,000 adults in Korea who took either an SGLT2 inhibitor or ano…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Boston housing study tests Neighbor-to-Neighbor health coaching
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study was designed to see if training residents of Boston housing developments as Community Health Ambassadors could help more people get primary care visits and screenings for diabetes and high blood pressure. The ambassadors would have led workshops and connected neighbors…
Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Hidden eating disorders may sabotage new diabetes tech
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how common eating disorders are in people with type 1 diabetes who are starting a new automated insulin pump (closed-loop therapy). Researchers want to see if these eating problems, like skipping insulin to lose weight, make it harder to control blood sugar. A…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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1,300 teens tracked to break cycle of malnutrition
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 1,304 healthy Indian adolescents aged 8–10 over time to see how their growth, bone health, and muscle development are linked to their parents' nutrition. Researchers aim to understand why malnutrition persists across generations and identify windows of opportun…
Sponsor: Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Exercise may boost blood vessel function in older veterans with Pre-Diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether 6 months of aerobic exercise can improve blood vessel health and cell function in older veterans with impaired glucose tolerance, a pre-diabetic condition. Researchers will measure changes in endothelial progenitor cells and muscle blood flow. The goal…
Sponsor: Baltimore VA Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:10 UTC
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Diabetes drug linked to Post-Surgery complication? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis observational study tracks 300 adults with diabetes who take SGLT-2 inhibitors and are recovering from surgery in the intensive care unit. Researchers want to find out how often a rare type of diabetic ketoacidosis (called euglycemic DKA) occurs after surgery. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Kocaeli City Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:41 UTC
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New study aims to replace painful liver biopsies with ultrasound and blood tests
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 163 obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery to see if non-invasive tools like ultrasound and blood markers can accurately diagnose fatty liver disease (MASLD) and predict diabetes remission. Researchers will compare these tests to liver biopsy results befor…
Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:57 UTC
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Fasting for five days: scientists track what happens when you stop eating
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study follows 300 adults with diabetes, prediabetes, or overweight who fast for at least five days at a clinic. Researchers track changes in weight, blood sugar, and well-being during the fast and for three months after, using questionnaires, continuous glucose monitors, and…
Sponsor: Buchinger Wilhelmi Development & Holding GmbH • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:44 UTC
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Does diabetes affect the brain? new study investigates thinking and emotions in youth with type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyResearchers in India are studying how type 1 diabetes affects thinking, memory, and mental health in children and young adults aged 10 to 21. They will compare 264 youth with type 1 diabetes to 132 healthy peers using tests of intelligence, attention, memory, and emotional well-b…
Sponsor: Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Can a simple training program help teachers manage diabetes emergencies?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a structured educational program for teachers and kindergarten staff to improve their knowledge and attitudes about caring for children with type 1 diabetes. About 100 educational staff will take part, answering questionnaires before, right after, and three month…
Sponsor: Sibenik University of Applied Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:21 UTC
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Can a smart patch help teens tame type 2 diabetes?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether teenagers with type 2 diabetes will wear and use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) — a small sensor that tracks blood sugar levels. Twenty participants will use the FreeStyle Libre CGM for 6 months, while 10 others serve as a comparison group. The mai…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:08 UTC
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Massive study seeks genetic clues to protect black HIV patients from organ damage
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows over 3,000 Black people with HIV in the UK to understand how genes and lifestyle affect their risk for kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Researchers collect health data and blood/urine samples to find genetic markers that predict these condi…
Sponsor: King's College Hospital NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:23 UTC