A trial led by University of Pittsburgh researchers and published today in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology adds nuance to the question of whether older human insulins are as effective as insulin ...

People with diabetes may need daily insulin injections to control their blood sugar levels. Typically, a person will inject insulin before eating. However, this can depend on the type of insulin a ...

Long-acting, or basal, insulin is a slow-acting type of insulin. It can help a person stabilize blood sugar levels throughout the day. Types of long-acting insulin include degludec, detemir, and ...

Insulin is a hormone that helps your body move sugar from the blood into your tissues. When you have diabetes, your body may not make or use insulin the right way, so you may need to take insulin ...