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

How I managed my blood sugars after emergency surgery, IV dextrose madness, why CGM is desperately needed in the hospital, the ludicrous cost of fingersticks, and more
Our deep dive into coupon policies that may affect how much you pay for prescriptions – updated for 2020
Asegúrate de tener insulina y de poder acceder a ella durante la pandemia del coronavirus. Aquí van algunos consejos para estar preparado
Learn how to navigate different health insurance options after you age out of your parent’s insurance plan. Plus, what to consider that is specific to managing diabetes
Wearable diabetes technology and its adhesives can irritate the skin. Read about common skin reactions, what to look out for, how to prevent skin issues, and more tips...
How to recognize and treat severe hypoglycemia quickly – with emergency glucagon – and avoid a trip to the hospital.
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
Si cumples ciertos requisitos relacionados con tus ingresos y tu seguro, puedes ser elegible para acceder a programas de asistencia que ofrecen recetas gratuitas...
When can people with diabetes feel normal again following the COVID-19 crisis? When can we stop wearing masks, start seeing friends and family, and comfortably send kids...
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!
What you need to know about the new insulin, its cost, dosing, and beyond!
More people with diabetes are taking drugs like Jardiance and Farxiga, originally developed to lower glucose in people with type 2 diabetes, because the latest data...
Read expert advice for switching from injected to inhaled mealtime insulin. Learn how to dose during and after meals, who might benefit most from switching, and how to...
Canadian readers have more options than ever! Omnipod DASH is now available to people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes in Canada. The Omnipod disposable insulin pump is...
Steglatro (ertugliflozin) approved on its own and as part of two different combination therapies. Launch in early 2018.
New Android app now available in Sweden – when will it launch in other EU countries?
New study results from the PIONEER 6 trial show that once-daily pill semaglutide does not increase the risk of heart-related death, heart attack, and stroke
Mark Harmel, a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, discusses the value of CGM reports, specifically the Glucose Management Indicator (GMI) and time in range (TIR)
Are your basal insulin settings on your pump correct? Gary Scheiner provides his expertise on how to make basal insulin adjustments, the right way.
Outdoor adventures take extra planning for people with diabetes. Justine shares tips for packing supplies, keeping insulin cold, staying hydrated, and managing blood...

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