People with diabetes need and deserve support. Finding diabetes support from groups and resources like TalkingDiabetes can prove to be a valuable tool in better living. Here we offer peer stories and tips for diabetes management.
Always remember that a healthcare provider should be consulted for personalized information on diabetes and diabetes medications.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is leading the way in diabetes care, earning recognition for its innovative use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems and patient-centered approach. By combining cutting-edge technology with personalized support, the health system is helping patients take control of their diabetes, one step at a time.
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Despite the absence of a cure for diabetes, effectively managing the condition through lifestyle changes, medication adherence as prescribed by a physician, and self-care education can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life, making it easier and smoother. Several daily strategies and measures can enhance the quality of life for diabetic patients, including adopting a healthy diet, engaging in regular physical activity, continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels, collaborating with a medical team, and acquiring self-care education. Additionally, support from family, friends, and healthcare professionals, along with staying informed about treatment options and expectations, can make living with diabetes more manageable.
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A recent study found that patients with pre-gestational diabetes reported higher levels of both borderline and abnormal anxiety compared to patients with gestational diabetes.
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When the weather turns cold, there are fewer hours of sunlight and you are tired of dealing with your diabetes. For many people with diabetes, as the temperature drops, blood sugars rise. That’s because when snow, ice and cold weather keep you inside, you may exercise less and eat more. This article features a few tips to better control your blood sugars during the winter months — and keep those winter blues away!
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Debbie Allen is talented actor and producer and a legend in Black culture, instrumental in shaping young Black and brown dancers and so much more. Now, Allen is bringing forth something equally important—her latest partnership that urges us to get regular screenings for eye-related diseases.
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Managing type 2 diabetes can be a lot of work. Your doctor may recommend that you make changes to your diet, exercise habits, and overall lifestyle. You’ll also likely need to take medications to control your blood sugar.
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If you have type 1 diabetes, your pancreas doesn’t make insulin or makes very little insulin. Insulin helps blood sugar enter the cells in your body for use as energy. Without insulin, blood sugar can’t get into cells and builds up in the bloodstream. High blood sugar is damaging to the body and causes many of the symptoms and complications of diabetes.
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When you are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, you learn all the “rules” from your diabetes care team, such as how, when, and where (on what body part) to take insulin; how to count carbohydrates; what to do when you are ill; and what devices you should consider using.
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Live with life 4 hours at a time First and foremost, live your life four hours at a time. Do not
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Diabetes Support provides ongoing support to people with diabetes to maintain and reinforce upon the skills knowledge, and lifestyle changes
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