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You never want to be that person - the one who is excited that a friend has type 2 diabetes. But, being friends with someone who also has diabetes could...

As someone who uses insulin to help manage type 2 diabetes, I was cheered by the news that Eli Lilly is lowering the list price of its insulins. It's a...

Many illnesses come with steep price tags. Once you are diagnosed with diabetes, navigating treatment expenses can be challenging. Insurance plans cover some expenses. But out-of-pocket costs add up quickly...

Managing stress can be a challenge for those living with type 2 diabetes. It's understandable that the additional responsibility of managing our blood sugar levels, in addition to the everyday...

When I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, my A1C was over 13! Over the next 18 months, I managed to bring it down nearly by half. What helped me...

You may have read about diabetes medicines being all the rage in Hollywood. Celebrities have been rumored to use certain drugs not to treat diabetes but for weight loss. That...

Living with type 2 diabetes can feel like a full-time job. While you may not be able to change your diagnosis, you can create a positive morning routine to set...

It's always useful to be prepared for any emergency. As someone who loves having helpful kits handy and who has diabetes, I know how important it is to have a...

My life was pretty much on track when the pandemic first started. Then, alongside millions of others, the pandemic turned my life upside down. With so many other changes it...

When you have a condition like type 2 diabetes, you probably trust your doctor's and healthcare team's expertise. But sometimes you may get information contrary to what you believe. Advocating...

"Easy" and "diabetes" are not often words people use together. Studies have shown the workload of diabetes to be burdensome or time-consuming. In fact, it's estimated managing diabetes well takes hours...

To quote the commercial, have you heard of the medication, "Oh, oh, oh, Ozempic®?" Also, have you heard of Wegovy®? Wegovy is a semaglutide, the same drug as Ozempic. The...

Dealing with type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a difficult journey that can be more manageable with the support of friends and family. If you know a loved one living with...

Having a health condition you think is your fault can be quite difficult. And worse, you can start to feel that others think the same way. How do you deal...

Smartphones allow you to have several diabetes management tools at your fingertips! Today it's much more accessible to track your lab work and glucose levels, get help tackling prescription prices, set...

Most people know what type 2 diabetes is, but not as many people know the signs and symptoms of diabetes. Before officially being diagnosed, a lot of people will research...

Have you ever thought about type 2 diabetes and your mood? They might sound unrelated but believe me when I say they are very much related. I started to notice...

I know that many of us reach a certain age, and it seems too late to make significant changes in life. I know; I'm one of them. I don't feel...

Whether going through a major surgery or a same-day operation, changes to your diabetes management plan are usually necessary. Based on my experience as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education...

Many people ask me how I stay active and energetic with my ongoing diabetes. Many people with type 2 diabetes struggle with low energy, fatigue, and lethargy. It can be...