BBC
Weekly type 2 diabetes jab could replace daily injections
Thursday, August 20, 2026
A new weekly insulin injection for type 2 diabetes has been approved, offering an alternative to daily injections for patients currently using insulin therapy. The development allows people with type 2 diabetes to reduce injection frequency from daily to once weekly. Regulatory approval and patient access timelines vary by country and healthcare system.
Original reporting: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn8nd1n54zxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss