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Woman taking diabetes drug representing the Eli Lilly Mounjaro lawsuit.

Eli Lilly Seeks Diabetes Drug Lawsuit Dismissal

MedTruth Editors · November 17, 2023

A woman claims she developed severe stomach issues from a diabetes drug and that there should have been a warning about the risk of those side effects.

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Drug manufacturing representing the Eli Lilly whistleblower lawsuit.

Eli Lilly Settles With Whistleblower Over Medication Claims

MedTruth Editors · October 10, 2023

The facility came to the FDA’s attention after inspectors found that quality control data had been systematically deleted and proper auditing had not occurred.

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Woman lying in bed with stomach pain representing the Ozempic stomach paralysis lawsuit.

First Ozempic Stomach Paralysis Lawsuit Filed

MedTruth Editors · August 16, 2023

The drug manufacturers should have warned users of the potential risk of gastroparesis, alleges the lawsuit.

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Female diabetic injecting insulin representing California suing insulin makers.

CA Continues Trend of Suing Insulin Manufacturers

MedTruth Editors · January 27, 2023

The alleged unlawful, unfair, and deceptive business practices of the insulin manufacturers are a violation of California's Unfair Competition Law.

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Illustration of an insulin bottle representing the big 3 insulin manufacturers accused of imposing price hikes.

Kansas AG Sues Big 3 Insulin Manufacturers

MedTruth Editors · January 6, 2023

Major insulin manufacturers have been accused of scheming to impose price hikes on diabetes medication since 2003.

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Man with Type 1 Diabetes using injectable drug Tzield.

FDA Approves Type 1 Diabetes Prevention Medication

MedTruth Editors · December 8, 2022

The injectable Diabetes drug Tzield has been FDA-approved to delay the onset of stage 3 type 1 diabetes.

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Image of a man with type 2 diabetes testing his glucose levels, representing the new diabetes drug Mounjaro.

FDA Approves New Diabetes Treatment

MedTruth Editors · June 7, 2022

The agency approved Mounjaro as a first of its class treatment to try to help meet diabetics' blood sugar goals.

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Nestle logo on building representing class action filed over glucose boost drinks.

Nestle Class Action Filed Over Glucose Drinks

MedTruth Editors · June 2, 2022

Steven Owen alleges that Nestle’s marketing is misleading in claiming its drink helps manage blood sugar in people with diabetes.

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Image of an elderly man clutching his chest representing the new heart disease drug.

FDA Approves New Heart Disease Treatment

MedTruth Editors · March 3, 2022

This new heart medication adds another treatment option to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalization due to heart failure.

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Image of a woman looking distressed representing diabetes distress due to the pandemic.

Diabetes Distress: How to Cope During the Pandemic

S. Nicole Lane · October 23, 2020

Managing diabetes distress begins with understanding your symptoms, then taking charge of your health.

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Woman with diabetes thinking about the metformin recall due to NDMA contamination.

FDA Names More Companies Recalling Metformin for NDMA Contamination

Emily Rose Thorne · June 15, 2020

Since the FDA found NDMA above the acceptable intake limit in certain lots of metformin, five pharmaceutical companies have announced a voluntary recall of extended-release (ER) metformin, a popular medication used to control type 2 diabetes.

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Image of Metformin pills representing the metformin recall.

Canadian Drug Co. Apotex Recalls Metformin Due to NDMA Contamination

MedTruth Editors · May 29, 2020

Metformin was voluntarily recalled after N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) was discovered in a single lot of Apotex’s product.

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Person with a Medtronic MiniMed 600 series insulin pump which was recalled by the FDA.

Hundreds of Thousands of Medtronic Insulin Pumps Recalled

Kimberly Nicoletti · March 6, 2020

Medtronic has recalled about 322,000 defective insulin pumps used by type 1 diabetics. The pumps from the MiniMed 600 series can deliver too much or too little insulin due to missing or broken retainer rings.

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Child being given insulin by parent, representing insulin price capping in Illinois.

Insulin Price-Capping Extends to Illinois

Kimberly Nicoletti · March 6, 2020

In January, Illinois became the second state to enact legislation capping insulin at $100 per month.

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Diabetic testing glucose levels for generic insulin use.

Pre-Qualification Program for Generic Insulin

Benjamin Duong · January 9, 2020

Insulin in the U.S. is costly, with a lack of generic insulin leaving diabetics with few options. The WHO is launching a pilot program to prequalify generic insulin products in hopes of increasing access to this vital drug.

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A photo of a nurse checking a breast cancer patient's lung inflammation in relation to Ibrance, Kisqali and Verzenio.

FDA Warns of Lung Inflammation Caused by Breast Cancer Drugs

Tess Francke · October 31, 2019

The FDA warns patients of lung inflammation caused by breast cancer medications Ibrance, Kisqali and Verzenio.

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Water bottle representing BPA in plastics linked to diabetes

Studies Examine If Household Chemicals Can Cause Diabetes

Nicole Knight · October 16, 2019

Household chemicals such as phthalates and BPA, which are found in plastics packaging, cosmetics, medications and other consumer goods, have been linked to diabetes.

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A photo of a young person of color testing blood for insulin, representing insulin costs in Colorado.

Colorado Reduces Cost of Insulin to $100 for Insured Patients

Lauren Styx · May 29, 2019

The cost of insulin has been known to reach $1,000 or more, often forcing diabetic patients to take drastic and dangerous measures to obtain the medication. Colorado's newest law addressing co-payment insulin costs now sets the cap at $100 a month for insured patients.

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A photo of a bald man with diabetes sitting in the darkness, wondering what diabetics need to know about Fournier's gangrene.

What Diabetics Need to Know About Fournier’s Gangrene

Crystal Duan · May 2, 2019

Male diabetic patients may have to watch out for Fournier's gangrene linked to type 2 diabetes medications known as SGLT-2 inhibitors, according to August 2018 announcement from the FDA.

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A photo depicting a doctor talking with diabetes patient after FDA warns of rare genital gangrene linked to SGLT2 Diabetes Drugs.

FDA Warns of Rare Genital Gangrene Linked to SGLT2 Diabetes Drugs

James Parker · September 17, 2018

People with diabetes taking Invokana and other SGLT2 inhibitors may be at risk for Fournier's gangrene, a flesh-eating bacterial infection affecting the groin and genitals. SGLT2 inhibitors that may potentially cause Fournier's gangrene include Invokana, Farxiga and Jardiance.

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Man sitting on floor thinking about diabetes and depression

Are Diabetes and Depression Linked?

James Parker · July 19, 2018

Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. For diabetics, it can have a big impact on safety and self-care.

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Elderly couple on a walk, discussing differences between men and women with Diabetes

Researchers Uncover Differences Between Men and Women with Diabetes

Ashley Lombardo · June 11, 2018

A study examines how men and women deal with diabetes differently, indicating that men may be able to learn from their female counterparts.

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Man with Diabetic Neuropathy holding foot

A MedTruth Guide to Diabetic Neuropathy

James Parker · May 23, 2018

Our guide to diabetic neuropathy delves into different types of nerve damage, associated symptoms and potential treatment options.

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A photo of an elderly man's hand wearing a Fitbit, in conjunction with an unpictured Sano Patch for diabetes.

Fitbit Invests $6 Million in Wearable Sano Patch for Diabetes

Ashley Lombardo · January 31, 2018

Fitbit and Sano, two San Francisco tech companies, are developing the wearable, minimally invasive Sano patch to measure blood sugar for diabetics.

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A photo of alcohol on a shelf, representing tips for drinking with diabetes.

7 Tips for Drinking With Diabetes

Ashley Lombardo · January 3, 2018

Diabetes and alcohol may be a safe combination, or it can be dangerous. Learn how to enjoy your favorite alcoholic beverage by reading our tips for drinking with diabetes.

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A photo of an African American couple cuddling in bed discussing diabetes, nerve damage and sex.

Diabetes and Sex: Nerve Damage

Ashley Lombardo · December 8, 2017

Nerve damage, also known as neuropathy, may affect your sexual health. Talking about diabetes and sex is the first step to finding a solution.

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A photo of a woman with diabetes running, representing diabetes burnout.

Best Ways to Manage Diabetes Burnout

Ashley Lombardo · November 30, 2017

Diabetes burnout affects many type 2 diabetes sufferers. Find out how you can manage, or help someone manage, diabetes-related stress.

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A sunny photo of two women discussing the benefits of vitamin D for diabetes.

Why Vitamin D Is Important in the Fight Against Diabetes

Ashley Lombardo · November 28, 2017

Sunshine, fish, mushrooms and more. Vitamin D plays a greater role than we thought in the fight against diabetes.

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A photo of a dad smiling while talking to his daughter about diabetes.

Can Talking About Your Feelings Help Fight Diabetes?

Ashley Lombardo · October 4, 2017

A Malaysian study shows talking through diabetes-related distress improves overall well-being and helps diabetics better manage the disease.

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