Blood Sugar: Checking vs. TestingWords are powerful and have the ability to encourage us.. or hurt us. Words can rise us up...or keep us down. Words...reactionscomments
April 6th Is National Walk To Work DayFriday, April 6th is National Walk to Work Day and I’m all for it. I’ve said and written about it before -...reactionscomments
39 Reasons to Get in ExerciseI know for myself it can be hard to get exercise in on a daily basis. I know down deep inside the...reactions4comments
4 Things to Ask Dr. Google After Your Type 2 Diabetes DiagnosisHave you ever gone online to find information about diabetes? You are not alone. According to Pew Research, the vast majority of adult...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Nail Health and Type 2 DiabetesPeople with type 2 diabetes are more likely than those without the condition to acquire fungus of the nail. While nail fungus...reactionscomments
When It Comes to Your CGM, Have a Backup PlanIn April 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled the devices used with many FreeStyle Libre glucose monitors due to...reactions2comments
Community Shares: The Painful Reality of ShinglesWe asked our community of Health Leaders to share about their shingles experiences. What topped the list of challenges when dealing with...reactionscomments
Community Shares: Did Your Doctor Talk to You About Shingles?For many people, a shingles diagnosis will come as a painful surprise. But about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactionscomments
Shingles: Good Reason to Boost My Immune SystemEditor’s note: This article was written by Health Leader Jacqueline Harmon and originally appeared on our partner site BladderCancer.net. She shares her...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that weakens your immune...reactionscomments
Guess That Type 2 Diabetes StatIn 2019, 2,142 people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes took our online Type 2 Diabetes In America survey. Each year, we learn...reactionscomments
Less Common Complications of Type 2 DiabetesDiabetes is a complicated disease that affects many areas of a person’s life. In addition to managing their disease daily, many people...reactionscomments
Community Views: Advice About Starting a New Diabetes DrugTreating type 2 diabetes (T2D) can feel overwhelming given how many different combinations of treatments and drugs are available. It is common...reactionscomments
2 Key Things to Do After a New Diabetes DiagnosisAfter getting diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you may feel overwhelmed, scared, and frustrated. These feelings may instill a fear that you've...reactionscomments
Reviewing Features of the New Dexcom G7 and Libre 3 CGMsContinuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are devices worn on the body to monitor blood sugar levels consistently. CGMs have become increasingly popular over...reactions1comment
Community Shares: My Shingles SurpriseRecently, members of our community discussed shingles. Shingles symptoms are uncomfortable, and they can be more severe when combined with autoimmune diseases...reactionscomments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be ShinglesEditor’s note: This article was written by Health Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes...reactionscomments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Up to 18 percent of people who get shingles will...reactionscomments
7 Myths About ShinglesShingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of...reactionscomments
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactionscomments
