Making Mindful Moves With Diabetes and a DisabilityWhen I was diagnosed with diabetes, it was a real wake-up call. I had always been relatively health-conscious, but suddenly I had...reactionscomments
LADA: When It’s More Than Just Type 2 DiabetesIn 2019, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D), but I always felt like my case was unusual. My initial diagnosis...reactions3comments
My Secret: Finding Virtual Peer Support During a Rough TimeWe all try to be strong, even through the most challenging times. Years ago, I realized that so many of my family members...reactionscomments
Are You Prepared for Technology Changes?Technology is everywhere. Laptops. Computers. Phones that do everything but walk and chew gum. Digital cameras. Smartwatches that attach to Smart home...reactions2comments
Controlling Blood Sugar and Its Effect on My Medical ProcedureAn important aspect to keep in mind with type 2 diabetes is having medical procedures done. I recently had a nerve block...reactionscomments
Tips for Troubleshooting High Blood GlucoseEver wanted to be an investigative reporter? Well, when it comes to controlling your blood glucose levels, this could be your big...reactions1comment
The Top Five Signs of Diabetes "Burnout" (and some solutions too)Chances are that when you were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes you were advised to make some permanent changes to your lifestyle...reactionscomments
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth ExperiencesAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual...reactionscomments
Can I Stop the Progression of My Prediabetes?If diabetes runs in your family, you and your physician may be on high alert for your own possible diagnosis. Although genetics...reactions3comments
Diabetes and Your HeartValentine’s Day isn’t the only reason we should be thinking about our hearts this month. February is American Heart Month and is...reactions1comment
10 Things You Should Know About Type 2 Diabetes in AmericaWhat is the real impact of type 2 diabetes in America? The type 2 diabetes in America Study was conducted over the...reactionscomments
Know Your GFR: CKD and Pharmaceutical DispensingIf you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), it is recommended that you are aware of your glomerular filtration rate...reactionscomments
Did You Really Just Say That?I know in my heart, people, for the most part, mean well. I have to believe that otherwise I may say something...reactions4comments
Building a Diabetes Care Team✨Challenges✨ We all have them, am I right? As a person with diabetes, they're definitely not something you can escape. When you're...reactionscomments
Establish a Safe Word When Asking for Diabetes SupportAsking for support isn’t always easy. Plus, dealing with the diabetes police is exhausting and frustrating. Have you ever wanted to ask...reactions3comments
Personal Experiences Leading to My Type 2 Diabetes DiagnosisDespite my mother being diagnosed several years prior to her passing, 2 of my aunts being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and...reactionscomments
Things That Put Me at Risk of Developing Type 2 DiabetesI have type 2 diabetes which somehow, in the back of my head, I never imagined I would ever get. But, I knew...reactionscomments
How to Navigate Social Stigmas with Health ConditionsMany people live with health conditions that they do their best to manage daily. But sometimes, interactions with unaware coworkers or even...reactions4comments
The Importance of HydrationAs the heat of summer is settling in, maintaining hydration is an essential component of diabetes management and a healthy lifestyle. The...reactions2comments
Self-Advocacy for Optimal Diabetes Care: Playing Your Part and Speaking UpWe’ve all been there. You go to medical appointments, have a rushed visit with your provider, get some feedback and instructions, then...reactionscomments
