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DIABETES

A small group of people carry rare genes that slow aging itself, protecting them from major diseases even when their lifestyles are far from ideal. Scientists hope to replicate these protective effects.
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 10, 2026
Why some people live to 100 despite doing everything wrong
A recent study showed that longevity is roughly 50% genetic and 50% environmental ¡ª a substantially higher genetic contribution than earlier research indicated.
People with higher blood sugar levels are more likely to have tooth decay and dental plaque, a study by Japanese researchers has shown.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Feb 2, 2026
High blood sugar raises risk of tooth decay, study says
Researchers at the University of Osaka surveyed around 60 diabetic and nondiabetic people to examine how blood sugar affects oral health.
More and more people are using Mounjaro, a drug used to treat diabetes, in the hopes of losing weight.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Society / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Jan 12, 2026
Doctors warn of risks of taking diabetes drug to lose weight
There have been reports of people experiencing adverse side effects, according to the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency.
Nearly 1 in 5 of those who said they smoke also said they wanted to quit, a health ministry survey has found.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Dec 3, 2025
Japan sees drop in regular smokers, national health survey finds
Nearly 1 in 5 of those who said in the health ministry¡¯s annual survey that they smoke also said they wanted to quit.
A group of researchers from Japanese universities as well as British and South Korean scientists has discovered a factory-like cellular system that prevents insulin abnormalities, potentially paving the way for new diabetes treatments.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Nov 12, 2025
¡®Factory¡¯ in cells found to prevent insulin abnormalities
The finding by a group of researchers from Japanese universities, as well as British and South Korean scientists, could help with the development of new diabetes treatments.
Researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo and other institutions have developed an AI model that detects high diabetes risk using only electrocardiogram data.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Nov 11, 2025
Japan team builds AI model to identify diabetes risk from electrocardiogram data
The method, which does not require blood tests, could lead to early detection of the disease.
It is the first transplant surgery in the hospital's clinical trial for treating Type 1 diabetes through the transplantation of pancreatic cell sheets made from iPS cells.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Apr 15, 2025
Kyoto hospital succeeds in iPS sheet transplant to diabetic patient
It is the first clinical application of such sheets in Japan.
An employee holds a chocolate bar at Chocovi, in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, on May 10.
WORLD / Science & Health
Dec 9, 2024
Could dark chocolate reduce your risk of diabetes?
While a new study links the food to a possible reduced risk, one researcher cautions that it is not a ¡°magic bullet.¡±
A Type 2 diabetes patient gives himself an insulin shot. In 2022, there were around 828 million people aged 18 years and older with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes worldwide, a new study found.
WORLD / Science & Health
Nov 15, 2024
More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, study suggests
The study in The Lancet found the global prevalence of diabetes has doubled since 1990 to 14% from around 7%.
Two recent studies have added to the growing body of evidence that a meat-heavy diet may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
WORLD / Science & Health
Aug 21, 2024
Eating meat is linked with diabetes risk, new studies suggest
Two recent studies have added to the growing body of evidence that a meat-heavy diet may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Dutch runner Abdi Nageeye (center) wears a continuous glucose monitor on his upper left arm as he competes in the 2022 Rotterdam marathon in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, in April 2022.
OLYMPICS
Jun 11, 2024
Olympic athletes turn to diabetes tech in pursuit of medals
Continuous glucose monitors were developed for use by diabetes patients but their makers also spy opportunities in sports and wellness.
Alli, which will be available from April 8, is expected to reduce fat stored around internal organs and prevent obesity-related diseases.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Mar 5, 2024
Japan¡¯s first over-the-counter anti-obesity drug to hit stores in April
The drug is expected to reduce fat stored around internal organs and prevent obesity-related diseases.
A selection of injector pens for the Wegovy weight loss drug.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Nov 21, 2023
New treatment for obesity to be covered by Japan¡¯s public insurance
The expansion of health care options comes amid concerns about the potential misuse of such drugs by healthy individuals for weight loss.
The shortage of a class of diabetes drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists is being driven in part by healthy people looking to use them for dieting purposes.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health / FOCUS
Nov 14, 2023
Japan tackles surge in off-label diabetes drug use for weight loss
Officials are aiming to ensure that the medications are prescribed for people with diabetes, and not for those seeking weight loss.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 23, 2023
Over 1.3 billion globally will have diabetes by 2050, study finds
The vast majority of patients will have Type 2 diabetes, the form of the disease that¡¯s often linked to being overweight.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health / FOCUS
May 9, 2023
Drugs developed to treat diabetes may offer new approach against Alzheimer¡¯s
Experts hope that by improving glucose metabolism, and tamping down inflammation in the entire body, they can slow progression of diseases like Alzheimer¡¯s and Parkinson¡¯s.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Feb 15, 2023
Omicron variant, thought to be milder, can increase risk for diabetes
Rates of newly diagnosed diabetes, high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol were higher in the 90 days after COVID-19 infection than the period before, according to a study.
Japan Times
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Nov 17, 2022
Facing stigma, people with diabetes seek change of disease¡¯s Japanese name
According to a recent survey of over 1,000 people who have diabetes, many feel ¡®uncomfortable¡¯ or ¡®troubled¡¯ by the disease¡¯s current name.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Aug 17, 2022
Why a century-old vaccine offers new hope against pathogens
The B.C.G. tuberculosis vaccine may protect against COVID-19 and other infections by broadly bolstering the immune system.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Oct 21, 2020
Doctors probe whether COVID-19 is causing diabetes
Many experts are convinced that COVID-19 can trigger the onset of diabetes ¡ª even in some adults and children who do not have the traditional risk factors.
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
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Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
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The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
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Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.

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