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An artificial pancreas has long been considered the holy grail for people with Type 1 diabetes, and new research suggests a more convenient version of this technology may help the millions of people living with Type 2 diabetes.
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have successfully tested an artificial pancreas for use by patients with type 2 diabetes, as it has proven its ability to maintain healthy glucose levels in the blood. It is estimated that around 415 million people worldwide live with diabetes.