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Latest Diabetes Research

Recently published diabetes studies added to Dediabetes, summarized and organized by intervention and outcome.

Sorted by publication date. Some studies may have been added to Dediabetes later.

Last updated: Jul 10, 2026326 studies indexed

July 2026

Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

CHW-led diabetes care improves HbA1c in uninsured adults

CHW-led diabetes care with monthly group visits and weekly mHealth contact in uninsured adults with type 2 diabetes.

Interventions
TIME (Telehealth-supported Integrated Community Health Workers) - Active Treatment
Outcomes
Attrition Rate of the InterventionFidelity of mHealth interventionHbA1c+2 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

Citrulline improves microvascular function and muscle strength in T2D

Citrulline supplementation improved microvascular function and muscle strength in patients with type 2 diabetes compared to placebo.

Interventions
L-citrulline supplementation (Phase 1)
Outcomes
Glucose iAUC (OGTT)Log-transformed reactive hyperemia index (LnRHI)Muscular strength+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

Digital telehealth improves diabetes management outcomes.

Mobile phone-based app with or without telehealth counseling in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Interventions
Mobile app for diabetes self-management
Outcomes
Depression scoreDiabetes self-management behaviorsHbA1c+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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HbA1c mediates cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1 receptor agonists

This study investigated the effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists, liraglutide and semaglutide, on cardiovascular outcomes in diabetes, finding significant reductions in major adverse cardiovascular events.

Interventions
LiraglutideSemaglutide
Outcomes
Cardiovascular deathComposite cardiovascular events (CV death, MI, stroke, HF hospitalization)Incidence of myocardial infarction+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Lixisenatide shows no significant effect on arterial stiffness in diabetes.

The study evaluated the impact of lixisenatide on aortic pulse wave velocity in patients with CKD and type 2 diabetes, finding no significant changes.

Interventions
Insulin glargine/lixisenatide fixed-ratio combination (iGlarLixi)
Outcomes
AlbuminuriaChange in aortic pulse wave velocity from baseline to week 24HbA1c
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

SMS Program Improves Transition from Insulin to GLP-1 RA in Diabetes

This pilot study evaluated a mobile insulin titration intervention for transitioning patients with Type 2 Diabetes from basal insulin to GLP-1 receptor agonists, showing promising outcomes.

Interventions
GLP-1 receptor agonists
Outcomes
Hyperglycemia eventsPercentage of SMS text message responses reporting hypoglycemia (<80 mg/dL)Percentage of patients discharged on maximum GLP-1 RA dose+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

Telemedicine improves diabetes control.

This study evaluated the impact of telemedicine-assisted structured self-monitoring of blood glucose on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and other metrics.

Interventions
Standard care with capillary blood glucose monitoringTraditional blood glucose meter (BGM)
Outcomes
Blood glucoseDiabetes self-management behaviorsHbA1c
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

Bilberry and grape seed extract may improve blood pressure.

This study investigated the effects of long-term bilberry and grape seed extract supplementation on blood pressure in individuals at risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). It found significant reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Interventions
Bilberry extract
Outcomes
2-hour plasma glucoseAdvanced glycation end products (AGEs)Diastolic blood pressure+10 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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Published Jul 8, 2026RCTsNew this week

Digital Health Intervention Improves Self-Care for Gestational Diabetes

This study explored a digital health intervention aimed at women with gestational diabetes in Vietnam, focusing on various health outcomes.

Interventions
Healthy Pregnancy
Outcomes
Diabetes knowledgeDiabetes management self-efficacyDiabetes medication use change+7 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 8, 2026
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