FDA Approves First Artificial Pancreas For Patients With Diabetes
It's big news for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes.
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It's big news for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes.
Exercise is known to improve the ability of tissues to respond to insulin and reduce the risk for developing type 2 diabetes, but the mechanisms that cause those health benefits are not yet clear.
Metabolic Solutions Development Co. LLC has presented new data showing that an investigational drug being studied to treat diabetes, MSDC-0160, had a protective effect on nerve cells in the brain that control movement, balance and walking. These results in laboratory and animal models of Parkinson's disease suggest MSDC-0160 may have the potential to modify the course of Parkinson's disease.
With the assistance of the Southeast Michigan Beacon Community, the Emergency Department at DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital has developed an innovative program that is identifying previously unknown diabetics and pre-diabetics who receive care at their facility, and reducing their likelihood of using the emergency department at DMC Detroit Receiving within six months by 57 percent.
Perrigo Co. (Nasdaq: PRGO) announced that it has received tentative approval from the United States Food & Drug Administration for its abbreviated new drug application for repaglinide tablets, the generic equivalent to Prandin Tablets.
A new British study suggests just one sugar-sweetened beverage a day, can raise the risk of developing type two diabetes by as much to 22 percent.
A device used by diabetics has been recalled.
Diabetes patients who took a heart drug canadidate from Esperion Therapeutics, ETC 1002, found their so-called bad choleseterol, LDL-C, fall up to 43 percent, the company reported Monday.
A local organization is looking to help 100 low-income metro Detroiters with Type Two Diabetes
With the holidays here, it's a perfect time to take stock of how we're doing – health wise.
A new study finds that bacteria living in the intestines could be the key to finding an effective treatment for obesity.
RegeneRx Biopharmaceuticals Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: RGRX) reported Wednesday that in a Michigan trial, researchers found that Thymosin Beta 4 (Tβ4) promotes statistically significant recovery of peripheral neuropathy in type II diabetic mice.
A Wayne State University researcher is seeking to better understand what triggers the death of a type of cell that contributes to the onset of type 1 diabetes.
With a common goal of making health care better, safer, more cost effective and more equal, nearly 400 health researchers from across the University of Michigan and partner organizations have formed one of the nation's largest research entities of its kind.
A Wayne State University researcher believes a protein that fails to reach the nucleus of retinal cells may play a role in causing eye disease in people with diabetes.
Aggressive efforts to lower blood pressure in people with diabetes are paying off – perhaps too well, according to a new study.
A study published online in the Journal of Biological Chemistry showed a new drug to treat diabetes being developed by Metabolic Solutions Development Co. LLC, MSDC-0602, improved insulin resistance and inflammation in obese mice.
Diabetics may soon be lining up for a special new tattoo that does "tricks."
America's top doctor visits Detroit Wednesday to help launch a new campaign in the fight against diabetes. It's called "Fighting D in the D" and is aimed at reducing diabetes cases in Michigan.
Southeast Michigan Beacon Community is launching a groundbreaking new public health campaign, "Fighting D in the D," to combat the epidemic of type 2 diabetes in the Metro Detroit area. The campaign introduces txt4health, a personalized 14-week text-based health intervention, which enables people to take a free risk assessment on their mobile device.
Having diabetes may cause women to experience a greater degree of hearing loss as they age, especially if the metabolic disorder is not well controlled with medication, according to a study from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
Housey Pharmaceutical Research Laboratories LLC said Monday it had been awarded a three-year Small Business Innovation Research Phase 2 continuation grant.
A little motivation for parents could go a long way toward improving young diabetes patients' ability to manage their own care, a Wayne State University researcher believes.
On Saturday, Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., every Sam's Club that has a pharmacy will be offering free diabetes health screenings for their members embers and the public, available to both adults and children.
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
The teen was charged with four counts of assault with intent to murder, one count of discharge of a firearm in or at a building and five counts of felony firearm.
The fix came one day after the City of Ann Arbor gave the property owners 24 hours to either fix the air conditioning or find somewhere else for the residents to live until it was repaired.
Students probably don't want to even think about the first day of school for the next school year but it's coming.
The project, called "The Stories of Us," invites communities across the country to reflect on their past, present, and future.
The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River is officially delayed, the bridge authority said Thursday.
A Farmington Hills man was arrested on second-degree murder in the case of a man found dead in a Farmington Hills city park.
Former Warren police officer James Burke, who was charged with manslaughter in a 2024 high-speed crash that killed two men, has been found not guilty of all charges.
The threat of severe weather continues into Thursday for much of the Great Lakes and Midwest, including in Metro Detroit.
Two women are accused of assaulting a Pittsfield Township restaurant employee during an altercation that included throwing food and a plate.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
The project, called "The Stories of Us," invites communities across the country to reflect on their past, present, and future.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
Many have watched recently released UFO videos, but most still think the government knows more than it is saying.
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Byron Buxton hit his 20th home run of the season, Royce Lewis also connected and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Wednesday night.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins.
The U.S. men's national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
Byron Buxton hit his 20th home run of the season, Royce Lewis also connected and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Wednesday night.
Dillon Dingler had two homers among his four hits and drove in four runs, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 10-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Strong storms are possible late tonight as a cold front dives through.
President Trump said Thursday that a "great settlement" has been reached, and a signing could take place as soon as this weekend. Natalie Brand reports.
Seniors at an Ann Arbor apartment building say they went without air conditioning during some of the hottest days of 2026.
The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge over the Detroit River is officially delayed, with no date given for allowing traffic to use the new border crossing between the U.S. and Canada.
A Livingston County organization is wasting no time preparing kids with what they need for the upcoming school year.