Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that affects the body's ability to produce or use insulin effectively. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels, and without it, glucose builds up in the bloodstream and can lead to serious health problems. There are two main types of diabetes - type 1 and type 2…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 63× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2692-1537 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that affects the body's ability to produce or use insulin effectively. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels, and without it, glucose builds up in the bloodstream and can lead to serious health problems. There are two main types of diabetes - type 1 and type 2. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. This type of diabetes often develops in childhood, and people with type 1 diabetes require insulin injections to survive. Type 2 diabetes, on the other hand, is a lifestyle-related condition that usually develops in adulthood. It is often associated with obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, and poor diet. In type 2 diabetes, the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn't produce enough of it, causing blood sugar levels to rise. Diabetes can lead to a range of complications if not managed properly, including nerve damage, kidney disease, and blindness. It is important for people with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels regularly, follow a healthy diet, and exercise regularly. Research into the link between diabetes and coronavirus is ongoing, with studies suggesting that people with diabetes may be at higher risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19. Therefore, people with diabetes are advised to take extra precautions to protect themselves from the virus, including wearing masks, observing social distancing guidelines, and washing their hands regularly.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 63 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Coronaviruses (ISSN 2692-1537).

Journal editorial board
Dr. Sasho Stoleski · North Macedonia Dr. Amgad M. Rabie · Egypt Dr. Omeed Memar · USA

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