Social Connections and Their Power in Diabetes CareIn the midst of a raging pandemic, there’s no time like the present to reflect on the impact of social connections on...reactions2comments
Is Diabetes Dragging Down Your Headspace and Dulling Your Mood?Mental health is a huge part of taking care of diabetes. Yes, diabetes is going to throw you for a loop some...reactionscomments
Top Questions Patients Ask Diabetes EducatorsSome of you may have been referred to a diabetes educator at the time of your diabetes diagnosis or may have seen...reactionscomments
Pros and Cons of Insulin Pumps for Type 2 DiabetesIf you take insulin for type 2 diabetes, you’re likely using an insulin pen or insulin vials. While these options work well, you...reactionscomments
Don’t Compare Your A1C to Others!Have you noticed a number of diabetes influencers typically keep their A1C private? It’s easy to feel entitled to that information, given influencers...reactions5comments
Understand Your InsulinInsulin is an important part of many people’s regimen with type 2 diabetes. This medication helps to keep us in a healthy...reactionscomments
Muscle and Joint Complications of DiabetesMuscle and joint pain complaints are common. However, people with diabetes may experience this more so than the general population. Diabetes is...reactionscomments
Signs and Symptoms of Kidney IssuesYou might not think much about your kidneys. But they play a critically important role in your overall health. With one-in-three people...reactionscomments
How Do I Get the Latest Updates on Type 2 Diabetes?The internet is full of information on type 2 diabetes. At times it can get overwhelming. Type2Diabetes.com is home to countless articles...reactionscomments
Gila Monster Venom and DiabetesSome diabetes management techniques can be, metaphorically, wild. Very rigorous diets, specific regimens for each day, medications, and other managements can become...reactionscomments
Using Telehealth To Manage Type 2 DiabetesStay-at-home orders mean that more and more of us are also accessing healthcare from home. It seems that Zoom calls are replacing...reactionscomments
Returning Old Medications To the PharmacyThis is a very hard article to write. I come from a place of privilege. I had the ability to pay my...reactionscomments
Staying Healthy Working Night ShiftIt’s no secret, compared to working during the day, working the night shift does much more damage to the body and it's...reactionscomments
Setting Realistic Expectations for Drug-Assisted Weight LossWith so many drug and over-the-counter options that claim easy weight loss these days, it is hard to pinpoint which therapies actually...reactions2comments
My Mental Challenges as a Type 2 DiabeticHaving type 2 diabetes has been mentally challenging for me. I struggle with trying to understand how to feel about having type...reactions27comments
What to Expect When Admitted to the Hospital - Part 2In Part 1 of this series, I addressed why changes in blood sugar monitoring happen when you’re admitted to the hospital. Now, I’ll...reactions8comments
How to Manage Diabetes BurnoutIn my head, the same image played repeatedly: I’m stuck on a merry-go-round, endlessly going around and around. But instead of reaching...reactions2comments
How to Spot Signs of Dehydration in Type 2 DiabetesIt's important to get ready, stay hydrated, and avoid dehydration with type 2 diabetes. But how do you know if you’re getting...reactionscomments
Highs & Lows Taking A Toll? Flex Your Mental Muscles with Resilience PracticesResilience is the key to avoiding the burnout that can come from the highs and lows in challenges related to diabetes, or...reactions2comments
What to Expect When Admitted to the HospitalGetting admitted to the hospital can be incredibly stressful---likely you’re there for a severe illness or surgery. If you’re lucky, you may be...reactionscomments
