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Technology is everywhere. Laptops. Computers. Phones that do everything but walk and chew gum. Digital cameras. Smartwatches that attach to Smart home technology. Bluetooth pet feeders. Insulin pumps. Continuous glucose...

As a person with type 2 diabetes who uses insulin as part of my diabetes care routine, I have to say I was shocked at how other people have reacted...

An important aspect to keep in mind with type 2 diabetes is having medical procedures done. I recently had a nerve block performed at a brain and spine center for...

Have you ever thought about how type 2 diabetes could affect your feet? A pretty young relative of mine recently had some of her toes amputated. I'm starting to realize...

We have all heard this before... It doesn't matter where you are in life; acknowledging where you are is better than staying in denial. Take ownership and realize where you...

The first time I got a normal A1c reading, I was thrilled. Finally, my type 2 diabetes was under control. Then I wondered, "If my diabetes is now controlled, why...

When you have type 2 diabetes, there are a few items you consistently should have on hand. That's why I wanted to share what's in my bag to prepare yourself...

You might not think of your dentist as part of your diabetes care team, but they are. Living with type 2 diabetes means you may be at higher risk of...

I remember talking to my mom in the 70s about diabetes in our family. She learned about diabetes from one of her 18 older siblings. Her older sister (who was...

Living with diabetes can be stressful. There are endless doctor's appointments, blood tests, and careful monitoring of your nutrition. It's easy to get overwhelmed and feel like you're not in...

One of the many things one must do when getting bariatric surgery is to consult a pulmonologist, who will likely perform a sleep study. It is not the most glamorous...

Mental health. Boy, it affects us all in one way or another. Sometimes you have to reflect and say, "I think I need a bit of help in coping right...

Regular physical activity is a cornerstone of managing type 2 diabetes. As we move our bodies and stretch muscles, we build strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility. Regular exercise for people...

Forming a new habit is hard. And as we get older, making new habits gets even more complicated! But when you are looking to improve your health, especially when you...

Throughout my journey with diabetes, one of the many frustrations I've experienced is diabetic neuropathy. At some point, we might all experience neuropathy. I refer to it as my "Spidey...

Science continues to offer solutions for various medical issues, and in the past few years, Ozempic was introduced to me as a way to possibly lower my A1c. While everyone's...

Summer: the best season of the whole year and my favorite season. I know it's been a long, hot summer for many, but I love it! I enjoy feeling the...

The day is May 4, 2021; may the force be with me. After 4 years of steadily trying everything I could on my own and under physician supervision, I had...

When it comes to viral respiratory infections, there’s no shortage of germs out there – from the common cold, to the flu, to RSV, to COVID-19. Over the years, our...

Traveling across 2 or more time zones usually means jet lag. But traveling across time zones with type 2 diabetes definitely means adjusting your care routine. Air travel makes it...