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Type 2 Diabetes News

Type 2 Diabetes is a chronic condition involving high blood sugar levels and reduced production and responsiveness to insulin.     

Cigna health insurance will now cover the 90-day implantable Eversense CGM for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who take insulin
We interviewed Dr. Partha Kar to learn about how people are using time in range in his clinic and what obstacles our society will need to overcome to promote wider use...
Check out the third day highlights from ADA’s virtual 80th Scientific Sessions – including new insights on off label use in type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes remission,...
For some, school cancelations and working from home have added stress that can make diabetes management even more difficult. Here are the perspectives and strategies of...
Food insecurity affects many people in the US, particularly people with diabetes. Resources exist to help those without access to enough, nutritious food, and Dr. Seth...
Major milestones in 2019 brought time in range to the forefront of diabetes care
People using Novo Nordisk insulin who have lost health insurance coverage due to job loss during COVID-19 are eligible for free insulin for 90 days
In exciting news for digital diabetes prevention programs, a new study showed that highly engaged participants – those who more frequently engaged in food logging,...
As Black Lives Matter protests continue throughout the world, we put together a few tips to help you protest safely while living with diabetes. In addition, read on for...
Dr. Messer and Dr. Riddell give tips on how to use AID devices to manage blood glucose levels while exercising
These simple guidelines will explain when you should be screened for retinopathy and what questions to ask your healthcare professional. Check out our other Healthy...
SNAP and WIC help connect millions of individuals and families to affordable, nutritious foods. Here are how these programs are evolving
At our second virtual Musings Under the Moon gathering, expert panelists discussed emerging needs in diabetes care, including prevention, inequities, partnerships, and...
By Jimmy McDermott Lilly does not expect any medication shortages during the coronavirus pandemic, and reminds people with diabetes about cost saving programs for...
A new awareness campaign helps people with diabetes recognize and plan for low blood sugar with emergency toolkits, discussion prompts, journaling, and a support network
The Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation continues her legacy of greatness
dQ&A surveyed 2,540 CGM users with type 1 or type 2 diabetes to find out how aware they are of their own time in range: 87% of respondents knew how much time they...
Two exciting technology partnerships were recently announced: Medtronic will acquire Companion Medical in the next few months to advance insulin delivery and increase...
See Catherine’s list of low-carb, nutrient-dense foods that keep well – allowing you to stay home and still eat healthily. Above all, please stay safe and well
Health Canada authorizes the latest temporary approval for CGM during the pandemic: the Dexcom G6 is now available to pregnant women with diabetes

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