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Diabetes in the Heat Overlooked Risks That Could Cost Lives

Why extreme heat poses unique dangers for people with diabetes and how both patients and providers can adapt safely

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Naveen Sankar S
Aug 27, 2025
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Extreme heat impairs the body’s ability to regulate temperature in people with diabetes, increases hospital admissions, and can interfere with insulin absorption and glucose monitoring. Tailored treatment adjustments and preventive measures are essential during heat waves.

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Experts from the German Diabetes Center (DDZ) and the University Hosp…

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