UKPDS (United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study)

The UKPDS (United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study) was a large, long-term research project that followed people with type 2 diabetes to understand how controlling blood sugar and other factors affect health outcomes. It found that maintaining good blood sugar levels can reduce the risk of complications like heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and eye problems. The study also showed that controlling blood pressure and cholesterol is important. Overall, UKPDS provided strong evidence that effective management of diabetes and related risk factors can significantly improve long-term health and prevent serious complications.