Road Tripping With DiabetesThere’s something about the tug of the road when seasons change. Summer heat gives way to autumn colors. Winter’s cold gives way...reactionscomments
Mental Motivation: The Principles of Type 2 Diabetes ManagementWe have all heard this before... It doesn't matter where you are in life; acknowledging where you are is better than staying...reactions1comment
Insulin Price Cuts: A Few Steps in the Right DirectionAs someone who uses insulin to help manage type 2 diabetes, I was cheered by the news that Eli Lilly is lowering...reactions7comments
How to Find Financial Assistance for TreatmentMany illnesses come with steep price tags. Once you are diagnosed with diabetes, navigating treatment expenses can be challenging. Insurance plans cover...reactions1comment
We’re Saying the Same Thing but Using Different Words: Complicated Words Associated With Diabetes CareMedical notes and lab work are becoming more available via online healthcare portals. However, that doesn’t make the medical jargon found in...reactionscomments
The Complications of DiabetesThere may be days where living with diabetes feels easier than you thought it would be. And other days where all you...reactions1comment
Can You Develop Complications Even When Diabetes is Well Controlled?One of the biggest stressors you face as a person with diabetes is that if your diabetes is not well controlled, you...reactions4comments
CKD and the Kidney Tests Every Person With Diabetes Should GetChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious complication of diabetes. As the kidneys fail, the body's ability to remove waste products and...reactionscomments
How to Manage Diabetes BurnoutAt one point I dealt with diabetes burnout. I just did not care about my numbers or my diet anymore. I wanted...reactions5comments
How Using a Diabetes App Boosted My ConfidenceWhen I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, my A1C was over 13! Over the next 18 months, I managed to bring...reactionscomments
Weight Management and Type 2 Diabetes - Take Our Quick PollsFor people living with chronic health conditions, managing weight can be a particularly challenging task. Balancing the demands of managing symptoms and...reactionscomments
The Emotional Impact of Gaining WeightMy life was pretty much on track when the pandemic first started. Then, alongside millions of others, the pandemic turned my life...reactionscomments
Diabetes and Your Thyroid: What’s the Connection?If you live with type 2 diabetes, there's a chance you also live with another health condition: thyroid disease. There are many...reactionscomments
Should I wear a Medical Alert Bracelet?When we think of medical alert jewelry, we tend to think of persons who might be in immediate danger from a food...reactionscomments
There's an App for That!Smartphones allow you to have several diabetes management tools at your fingertips! Today it's much more accessible to track your lab work and...reactions6comments
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
