Types of Continuous Glucose Monitors...Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are another way to check your blood glucose. CGMs offer more reliable, more frequent details about what is...
Hmm . . . in Hindsight...In Late August 2017, my pinky and ring finger started tingling; Constantly. I was thinking stroke? Pinched nerve? After it continued for...reactions1comment
Reacting to Your Diagnosis...Learning that you have a chronic illness like diabetes can be emotionally challenging. After you have been diagnosed, you may find yourself...
Managing Type 2 Diabetes...When you have type 2 diabetes, every day is an opportunity to take care of yourself and manage your blood glucose (sugar)...
Getting Motivated to Take Type 2 Diabetes Seriously...How hard it is to get motivated to take type 2 diabetes seriously? I've been a diagnosed diabetic for 14 years. I...reactions2comments
Genetic Cause of Type 2 Diabetes...Community Stories are written by members of the community who wish to share a piece of their journey with type 2 diabetes...reactions2comments
Following a Lead...Today my A1C was 6.7. When my son and his wife were home for Thanksgiving, they both looked great. My daughter -in-law...reactionscomments
Faith knowing I was going to be OK!!...It's been 12 years since I have heard the words you have Type 2 diabetes. That day and those word changed my...reactions1comment
What is a Continuous Glucose Monitor?...Continuous glucose monitors (CGM) track blood glucose (blood sugar) automatically, day and night. CGMs let you see your blood glucose levels at...
Managing Diabetes During a Pandemic – A Tricky Thing...As a medical professional who worked in public health for nearly 25 years, I can tell you that what we are currently...reactionscomments
The Dreaded Diagnosis...My story begins with having type 2 diabetes. It began 25 years ago. It was so ironic, because I always believed that...reactions3comments
I have difficulty eating!...I struggle to remember to eat, and when I do, I’m too tired to cook. Newly diagnosed in Ecuador. Put on 1/2...reactions7comments
I Need Some Exercise!...Ugh! I’m going stir crazy! I need some exercise! Omg. Did I just say that? I hate exercise...so what’s happening to me?...reactionscomments
Type 2 Diabetes Difficult To Control...December 2006 Diagnosed With Type 2 Diabetes I Was Just Devastated Beyond Words. My First Thought Was My Grandpa Virgil And My...reactions2comments
Keep on trying!!...I am 77 years old. I have diabetes. I check my blood every morning and some times before and after exercise, etc...reactions1comment
Meet the Advocates: Shelley's Journey With Diabetes...Our latest 'Meet the Advocates' series includes details about their diabetes diagnosis and management journey. Meet, Shelley! Ten years before my diagnosis...reactionscomments
Meet the Advocates: Megan’s Journey Helping Those With Diabetes...Our latest 'Meet the Advocates' series includes details about their experience helping others along their diabetes journey. Meet, Megan! Take a deep...reactionscomments
A Fascinating Story of Diabetes: Elizabeth Gossett Hughes...We often tend to think of insulin as life-saving for those with T1D, but it is for those with T2D as well. ...reactionscomments
Stopping Stress Eating Before it Starts...Even when you are not feeling a strong emotion, you may resort to eating without the presence of physical hunger cues. This...reactions1comment
Diabetes Genetics and My Children...I worry about my children. I don’t want them to have diabetes. The reality is, they are at risk. I have to...reactionscomments
