Ronald Kahn, MD is Chief Academic Officer and Research Section Head, Integrative Physiology and Metabolism at Joslin Diabetes Center. Learn about Dr. Kahn.

Joslin Diabetes Center explains how nighttime hypoglycemia can be the result of a number of factors in people with diabetes. Learn more.

Carbohydrates (carbs), protein and fat have different impacts on glucose levels. Read how people with diabetes can make smart choices with these nutrients.

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate, but does not raise glucose levels as it is not digested by the body. Learn about its benefits and adding it to your diet.

How to Deal with Illnesses People with diabetes have been identified as one group that may face greater risks of complications when dealing with COVID-19. With that in mind, our clinicians have put ...

Medha N. Munshi, MD, a geriatrician and endocrinologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, has dedicated her career to improving care for older adults. In 2001, she founded the Geriatric ...

Joslin Diabetes Center researchers are making discoveries that improve diabetes care and move us closer to a cure. Read selected academic publications.

Joslin Diabetes Center has announced that they have officially joined the Beth Israel Lahey Health system. Read more.

Joslin Diabetes Center’s patient portal, MyBILH Chart, lets you manage your health and medical records online, schedule appointments, and more.

Joslin Diabetes Center found that women with type 1 women are more than 20% likely to have thyroid disease. Learn about thyroid disease and its symptoms.

Diabetic neuropathy is a complication of diabetes and usually occurs in association with chronically elevated blood glucose levels. Elevated glucose levels may damage the nerves--usually in the feet ...

Joslin researchers discover how cells select small microRNAs that are secreted in small vesicles called exosomes and regulate metabolism in other cells at a distance. Control of most bodily functions ...