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Diabetes distress: Coping with the emotional toll of diabetes

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Feb 4, 2021

In this day and age, most people are familiar with diabetes. Diabetes is an autoimmune condition that is related to either the dysfunction of insulin or insulin resistance (Type 2) or a complete lack of insulin production (Type 1). What...

6 ways to manage your diabetes medication costs

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Nov 19, 2020

A diabetes diagnosis often comes with a costly list of supplies and medications to keep up with. Many people wrestle with paying for insulin, oral medications or related supplies such as test strips, lancets, syringes and glucose tablets. Today, according to...

Managing diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Jul 15, 2020

People with diabetes or prediabetes and their supporting families who’ve come through formal diabetes self-management education know to plan for emergencies. And concerns in a pandemic like COVID-19 are real. The main thing, I tell the people I see with diabetes,...

12 strategies for managing diabetes during the holidays

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Dec 16, 2019

As wonderful and joyful as they are, the holidays also bring on a monster of things to worry about, including food. This time of year can be especially stressful if you have a chronic condition like Type 1 or 2...

7 ways to travel smart with diabetes

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Nov 12, 2019

Traveling is always exciting, but it comes with its own challenges — especially for those with chronic conditions like Type 1 or 2 diabetes. Not only do you have to think about getting to the airport on time and not...

10 tips for navigating diabetes education

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Nov 4, 2019

If you’ve just been recently diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes, consider looking for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) training near you. This will help you learn all about your diabetes and how to monitor and control your blood sugars...

Are you prepared for a diabetes emergency?

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Sep 19, 2019

Be prepared. The classic Scout motto, and a pretty good one for anyone with Type 1 or 2 diabetes, too. It’s what we tell everyone who comes through our diabetes self-care training. Preparation reduces risks of costly diabetes-related complications, now...

7 tips for better blood sugar control this summer

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Jun 20, 2019

Summer’s here. Your diabetes doesn’t take vacations, but that doesn’t mean you can’t. Here are seven tips — and associated tools — to help you get the most out of your time off, beat the heat and keep your diabetes...

Breakthroughs in the fight against Type 2 diabetes and heart disease

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Feb 28, 2019

When we consider the rising prevalence of Type 2 diabetes, the numbers are sobering. Here’s a quick snapshot of Type 2 diabetes in America:1.5 million people are diagnosed with diabetes every year (90 percent of all diagnoses are Type 2...

7 ways a plant-based diet can help you manage diabetes

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Dec 5, 2018

Vegetarian and vegan diets are growing in popularity and for many people, plant-based eating is a key component of their healthy lifestyle. But if you have diabetes, you might be wondering if a plant-based diet could work for you. I...

Why people with diabetes are at high risk for the flu

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Nov 14, 2018

Last year, more than 80,000 people died of the flu and its complications, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This statistic is especially concerning for those with chronic health conditions like diabetes, who are considered “high...

What is prediabetes and can you reverse it?

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Nov 2, 2018

You’ve heard of diabetes, but do you know about prediabetes?Prediabetes is when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not elevated to the point of diabetes. Prediabetes indicates a person has insulin resistance — meaning your cells are becoming resistant to...

The 3 most important numbers for diabetics to watch

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Jul 15, 2018

If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, Type 1 or Type 2, you know how important numbers are. Your health comes down to just a few numbers that reveal how well your diabetes management plan is working and how healthy your...

An insulin shot-free future for Type 1 diabetics?

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Feb 28, 2018

For the 1.25 million Americans living with Type 1 diabetes, insulin therapy is a daily necessity. But, researchers are now getting close to changing that.By many accounts, the first recorded mention of diabetes was more than 3,500 years ago in...

How diabetes affects your heart (and how to lower your risk of heart disease)

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Feb 1, 2018

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you are likely aware you’re at risk of developing heart disease. But you may not realize how strongly the two are correlated — according to the American Diabetes Association, two out of every...

Why I’m thankful for Type 1 diabetes

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Nov 14, 2017

Because I work on the social media team for Baylor Scott & White Health, I often have the opportunity to share people’s stories. Powerful stories, inspiring stories, stories with a purpose. It’s always a privilege to write them. But this...

Back to school with Type 1 diabetes

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Jul 31, 2017

Transitioning from summer break back into school can be difficult for any child, but for those with Type 1 diabetes, school presents additional challenges. Beyond gathering school supplies and picking out a first-day-of-school outfit, parents often stress about how to...

Weight loss surgery as a treatment for diabetes

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May 30, 2017

More than 29 million Americans are living with diabetes, and organizations, researchers and health professionals worldwide are working to reverse this epidemic. For those living with diabetes, many have taken medications and tried to improve diet or exercise with little...

A healthy lifestyle starts by changing behavior

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Mar 22, 2017

Many weight loss stories out there closely resemble fairy tales. The star reaches their weight loss goal and then the credits roll. Sure, the “happily ever after” is fun to read about. It may even motivate us for a few...

Diabetes foot care: 12 tips to care for your feet and prevent complications

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Nov 30, 2015

Diabetes is a condition that can be detrimental to your feet. If you have diabetes, regular foot care is necessary to prevent serious problems. Giving special attention to your feet can help you prevent foot problems that could lead to losing a...