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I started taking Ozempic over a year ago. It's been a great tool for me to manage my diabetes and control my blood sugar. Imagine my surprise when it went...

Don't call type 2 diabetes (T2D) a "lifestyle disease." It's way more complicated than that. Personal lifestyle changes can positively impact diabetes. However, they don't resolve the underlying genetic predisposition...

Living with type 2 diabetes can be a daily struggle. I have experienced firsthand the impact it can have on mental health. The constant monitoring of blood sugar levels, dietary...

Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is, without a doubt, a challenge in and of itself. Toss in the added stress of daily life, and you find yourself on a...

We're living through another scorching summer. After June temperatures set records worldwide, NASA warned that July 2023 is expected to be the warmest month on record! This is very troubling...

Most of the time, your friends and family mean well regarding your type 2 diabetes. But there are suggestions for what to say or do that could help them better...

Last fall, in September 2022, I had bariatric surgery. To be precise, I had a gastrectomy, also known as a gastric sleeve. I had worked diligently with my PCP and...

Let's face it: type 2 diabetes is an incredibly challenging condition to manage. You can utilize several resources to support you in what you need when you need it. You don't...

I have had type 2 diabetes for over 20 years. Of course, I've had my ups and downs. Sometimes, I think people think they are experts regarding what we "should"...

As a person with type 2 diabetes, you're probably familiar with the difficulty in controlling your cravings for sugary treats and savory snacks. If left unchecked, eating many foods can...

Are you struggling to manage your blood sugars better but are waiting for the perfect time to start? Maybe you're waiting for an event that will "make everything better." As...

I've recently been happy with my blood glucose levels and A1C. For the past 2 years, I have been taking Ozempic, which helps me regulate those numbers and keep them...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 10 Americans has diabetes. About 90 to 95 percent of those have type 2 diabetes (T2D). People over...

Not long after the pandemic began, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. High-stress levels in recent years, including being forced to work from home without adequate workspace or technology...

We're looking to co-create content alongside patient leaders living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) that will appear on Facebook and Instagram. The goal? Help members...

Thank you for your interest in CKD + T2D Social Media Partnership! We'll be reaching out with more information if you've been selected...

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of 35. Today, I am 65 years old. It was a pleasure getting a diagnosis because living with diabetes is...

My daughter turned 9 years old recently, and as I cut her birthday cake and offered pieces to the adults, one of the younger kids said quite loudly, "My mom...

In April 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled the devices used with many FreeStyle Libre glucose monitors due to the potential for overheating, spark, or catching fire...

After getting diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you may feel overwhelmed, scared, and frustrated. These feelings may instill a fear that you've lost control of your health or are facing...