How to recognize and treat severe hypoglycemia quickly – with emergency glucagon – and avoid a trip to the hospital.
Gestational Diabetes News
Gestational Diabetes develops during pregnancy, causing high blood sugar for both the mother & baby. Learn how to lower blood sugar levels to protect yourself & your baby.
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From enrolling in the four types of plans to what they cover, everything you need to know when making the switch to Medicare with diabetes
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If you meet certain income and insurance requirements, you may be eligible for assistance programs that offer free prescriptions – check to see if you qualify!
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Diabetes affects more than 537 million people worldwide. Take time during National Diabetes Awareness Month to connect with the community; here are eight simple ways to...
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Chronic kidney disease is a major complication associated with diabetes that can lead to inaccurate A1C measurements. Here we explain why this is and what you can do to...
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Keeping glucose levels in a tight range is more important than ever during pregnancy. Dr. Sarit Polsky discusses glucose management and target glucose levels, as well as...
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More positivity around low-carb diets; importance of weight loss for type 2 diabetes and prediabetes; emphasis on eating non-starchy vegetables and minimizing sugar and...
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By Monica Oxenreiter What does “health equity” actually mean, and why is it so important? With discussions of health equity and health justice in the news, you may be...
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Using your insurance company’s website, mobile app, or direct phone number can help you price a drug based on your current insurance plan coverage benefits
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Tips to reduce the pain and hassle of pricking your finger each time you check your blood sugar levels on a meter
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A world-renowned researcher’s seven tips for expectant mothers with type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes
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How do I talk to family and friends about diabetes? Is this MY burden to bear? Are loved ones a “diabetes bright spot” or “diabetes police”?
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How Adam Brown learned to make low-carb food tasty, doable, portable, and fun. Plus, cool new diabetes food experiments he's been testing!
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“Adam, what do you eat when you’re on a plane?” My six go-to strategies from hundreds of flights and airports
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Breaking down employer-based health insurance, employee health benefits, and employee rights for people with diabetes
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How to get cheaper drugs, find discount programs, get free care in clinical trials, and more
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How to overcome the most frustrating diabetes landmine
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New CONCEPTT trial results show improved newborn health and more time-in-range in women with type 1 diabetes using CGM during pregnancy
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How ten minutes, two easy tasks, and one Post-It Note help me start days on brighter note