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Living Well With Type 2 Diabetes
Make each day with type 2 diabetes as good as it can be. Explore strategies to help you manage your blood sugar and reduce risk of common complications.
Cultural Considerations in Diabetes Management
By Barbie Cervoni MS, RD, CDCES, CDN
National Diabetes Month: Observe it By Doing Something for Yourself
Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD
Comorbidity: Types, Common, Treatment
By Sherry Christiansen
Diabetes and Bone Disease: What Is the Link?
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
Diabetes and Shift Work: Coping, Support, and Living Well
Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO
Chronic Illness and Depression: What Is the Connection?
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Lipohypertrophy: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Coping
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
The Top 5 Apps for Managing Diabetes of 2021
Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan, MS
The 9 Best Diabetic Socks of 2021
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Using A1C Home Test Kits for Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
High Blood Sugar Levels After Surgery
Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD
ACE Inhibitors: Side Effects, Dosages
Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD
Diabetic Retinopathy: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
How to Use a Glucometer for Blood Sugar Monitoring
Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig
How to Test Your Blood With a Home Ketone Meter
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Pros and Cons
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
Diabetes Supplies to Pack When You Leave Home
Medically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MD
The Connection Between Diabetes and Periodontal Disease
Medically reviewed by Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS
Determining the Accuracy of Your Glucose Meter
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
How to Test Your Urine for Ketones
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
Foods to Avoid When You Have Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
Leading Diabetes Charities & Organizations
Fact checked by James Lacy
Risks and Precautions of Surgery If You Have Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD
Domestic Violence and Aggressive Behavior With Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD
The Relationship Between Peripheral Edema and Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO
What Infections Are You at Risk for With Diabetes?
Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD
Swimming for Diabetes - Getting Started
Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD
Can I Drink Alcohol If I Have Type 2 Diabetes?
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
What Are Diabetic Socks and Do You Need Them?
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
Guidelines for Blood Glucose Monitoring in Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
10 Causes of High Triglycerides in Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD
Exercise Benefits for Type 2 Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MD
Is Diabetes Causing Your Skin Problems?
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
Brittle Diabetes: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD
Diabetic Neuropathy: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
How to Get Started Walking for Your Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
The 7 Best Glucometers of 2021
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
The Threat of MRSA in People With Diabetes & Foot Ulcers
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
How to Treat Cold and Flu Symptoms If You Have Diabetes
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
Livongo: Meter and Coaching for Diabetes Management
Medically reviewed by Lindsey Waldman, MD, RD
The Best At-Home Diabetes Tests for 2021
By Sherry Christiansen