How to Find Virtual Support During the Pandemic and BeyondNow that we're years into the pandemic (!), you're probably used to doing just about everything virtually or through an online app...reactionscomments
There’s More to Diabetes Neuropathy Than Your Legs and FeetMost people think about the feet and legs regarding diabetes neuropathy. However, nerve damage can affect other body parts, too. To learn...reactionscomments
The Ozempic CrazeTo quote the commercial, have you heard of the medication, "Oh, oh, oh, Ozempic®?" Also, have you heard of Wegovy®? Wegovy is...reactions6comments
Feeling Like Everything Is Your FaultHaving a health condition you think is your fault can be quite difficult. And worse, you can start to feel that others...reactions2comments
Challenging Stigmas in T2D Part 1: The “Lifestyle” LabelHave you ever noticed that “lifestyle” gets a lot of attention when it comes to diabetes? It can give the impression that a...reactions2comments
Dealing With Mood Swings and Changing Blood SugarHave you ever thought about type 2 diabetes and your mood? They might sound unrelated but believe me when I say they...reactionscomments
It's Never Too Late to ChangeI know that many of us reach a certain age, and it seems too late to make significant changes in life. I...reactionscomments
3 Things to Know About Managing Blood Sugars For SurgeryWhether going through a major surgery or a same-day operation, changes to your diabetes management plan are usually necessary. Based on my...reactionscomments
How Precious Are Your Feet?Have you ever thought about how type 2 diabetes could affect your feet? A pretty young relative of mine recently had some...reactionscomments
How Yoga Helped Me With Type 2 DiabetesMany people ask me how I stay active and energetic with my ongoing diabetes. Many people with type 2 diabetes struggle with...reactions5comments
Train Your Family to Support YouYes, you read the title correctly. Some of us may need to train our family to support us in the right way...reactions1comment
My Wake-Up CallHow you eat and exercise can influence your future health. There was a time when I chose not to care about my...reactions4comments
My Key to Type 2 Diabetes Management: Strength, Empowerment, Support"Oh my... you've got type 2 diabetes? How will you manage everything?" During the first year of being diagnosed with diabetes, that's...reactions2comments
“My Doctor Doesn’t Listen to Me…”: 3 Ways to Manage This ExperienceA complaint I hear about in healthcare is we (as practitioners) don't have the appropriate amount of time to help you with...reactionscomments
Three Ways to Make Peace With Your Type 2 Diabetes DiagnosisGetting any health diagnosis, especially a life-changing one like type 2 diabetes, can hit pretty hard. How can you come to accept...reactionscomments
What Is the Social Health Network?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
When People Want to Pry Into Your T2D JourneyI used to love sharing about my diabetes journey. But lately, it has become something I keep to myself due to other...reactionscomments
T2D Family History and Putting in the WorkI have a very long family history of type 2 diabetes (T2D). My mother was admitted to the hospital frequently in her...reactionscomments
How to Avoid Food Waste During the HolidaysThe holidays are expensive enough without the added cost of food waste. With festivities taking over your social calendar, it doesn't leave...reactionscomments
The Diabetes BattleI am in a battle. The battle is with type 2 diabetes. The battle sometimes involves my mental health. This is a...reactionscomments
