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Type 2 Diabetes Research and News: Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder. Though most commonly diagnosed in the elderly, younger adults and even children are increasingly subject to the disease. 9.4% of the US population has Type 2 diabetes or about 30 million Americans. Approximately 95% of all adults diagnosed with diabetes have Type 2. New tools, techniques and treatments can help you improve outcomes for your Type 2 diabetes patients.

GLP-1 Therapy and Visit Frequency: Do Patients Need Less Follow-Up—or More?

Doctor reviewing GLP-1 therapy follow-up schedule with glucose monitor, injector pen, and telehealth consultation on desk

As GLP-1 receptor agonists become a cornerstone of diabetes care, clinicians are rethinking how often patients on GLP-1 therapy need follow-up visits. These therapies often deliver improved glycemic control, weight loss, and cardiovascular benefits. However, does this stability mean fewer clinic visits, or does it require closer monitoring in new …

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GLP-1s and Atrial Fibrillation: Do These Drugs Influence Cardiac Rhythm Risk?

GLP-1 medication pen on ECG chart with heart illustration showing atrial fibrillation and cardiac electrical activity

The relationship between GLP-1 therapies and atrial fibrillation is an emerging topic in diabetes care, raising an important question: could medications designed to protect the heart also influence its rhythm? Patients with diabetes already face a higher risk of atrial fibrillation, so understanding how these GLP-1 receptor agonists affect cardiac …

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GLP-1 Prescribing Without Baseline Data: Are We Skipping Critical Assessments?

Healthcare provider reviewing incomplete patient assessment form with GLP-1 injection pen and lab indicators in a clinical setting

A proper baseline assessment for GLP-1 therapy has become a critical yet sometimes overlooked step in modern diabetes care. In fast-moving clinical environments, especially with the rise of telehealth, providers may feel pressure to initiate GLP-1 therapy quickly. However, skipping essential baseline evaluations can lead to missed risks, poor outcomes, …

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Diabetes Without Clear Etiology: When Patients Don’t Fit Type 1 or Type 2

Doctor reviewing lab results and glucose data to assess atypical diabetes diagnosis in a clinical setting

What happens when a patient walks into your clinic and their diabetes simply doesn’t fit the usual mold? In many cases, clinicians rely on well-established categories like Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. However, diagnosing atypical forms of diabetes is becoming increasingly important as more patients present with mixed or …

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GLP-1s and Peripheral Artery Disease: Can Metabolic Therapy Improve Limb Outcomes?

Close-up of lower leg with highlighted arteries showing peripheral artery disease and a GLP-1 injection pen held by a clinician

GLP-1 therapies are becoming an important focus in peripheral artery disease, especially as clinicians look beyond glucose control to improve outcomes in high-risk patients. People with diabetes and peripheral artery disease often face a difficult path, marked by poor circulation, delayed wound healing, and a higher risk of amputation. While …

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GLP-1 Therapy and Diagnostic Drift: Are We Masking Disease Progression?

GLP-1 injection pen with HbA1c test tubes and pancreas model illustrating hidden diabetes disease progression

Disease progression in patients using GLP-1 therapies is becoming a critical topic as these medications continue to reshape diabetes care. While GLP-1 receptor agonists improve glycemic control and support weight loss, could they also be hiding deeper metabolic decline? Much like a polished surface that conceals underlying cracks, improved lab …

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Who Is Managing GLP-1 Therapy Now? The Rise of Telehealth and Fragmented Diabetes Care

Doctor prescribing GLP-1 therapy via telehealth consultation with patient using digital devices

Telehealth prescribing of GLP-1 medications is rapidly reshaping how diabetes and weight management care is delivered. But as access expands, an important question emerges: who is truly managing patient care? Like a relay race without a clear handoff, patients often move between providers, platforms, and pharmacies without consistent oversight. As …

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GLP-1 Risk Stratification: Which Patients Are More Likely to Develop Side Effects?

Doctor explaining GLP-1 side effect risk factors to a patient using a visual chart with medication tools on a desk

The risk of side effects with GLP-1 therapies varies widely among patients, yet treatment decisions often overlook this variability. Why do some patients tolerate GLP-1 receptor agonists with ease while others discontinue early? Much like how individuals respond differently to diet or exercise, medication tolerance is influenced by a mix …

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Are GLP-1 Drugs Already Being Replaced? What the Next Generation Means for Current Practice

Comparison of GLP-1 injection pens and next generation incretin therapy molecular structures in diabetes treatment

The rise of newer incretin-based therapies is changing how clinicians think about diabetes care. But are GLP-1 receptor agonists already being challenged by this next wave of incretin therapy? While these medications have transformed treatment in recent years, newer multi-agonist therapies are gaining attention. As a result, healthcare providers are …

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GLP-1 Treatment Goals in 2026: Control or Remission?

GLP-1 injection pen on medical chart showing blood glucose trends and cardiometabolic monitoring

What does success really look like with GLP-1 therapy in 2026? Is it simply lowering A1C, or are clinicians now aiming for something more sustainable like remission or long-term maintenance? As GLP-1 receptor agonists continue to transform diabetes care, the conversation is shifting beyond short-term outcomes. Today, defining clear and …

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