Month: August 2023

Double Diagnosis: Type 2 Diabetes + Common Complications

The day of your diabetes diagnosis can be especially overwhelming if it also comes with the discovery of other health concerns.

What is Diabetic Nephropathy?

Nephropathy is a potentially devastating kidney condition that can be experienced by those with type 2 diabetes.

How to Prevent Eye Complications with Diabetes

Diabetes-related eye complications are common in mismanaged diabetes. Learn why and how to prevent eye complications with diabetes.

How to Analyze Blood Glucose Meter Data

You don’t need to be an expert in your data—but it's helpful to be able to interpret how that Friday night out or killer workout impacted your blood sugar.

Alternate Blood Sugar Site Testing: What to Know

Did you know you can test your blood sugar in places other than your finger? Here's what to know about alternate site testing.

Ask a CDCES: Why Should I Change My Insulin Injection Sites?

Why should you change your insulin injection sites? Get your answer in our Ask a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (DCES) column!

Ask a DCES: What’s the Connection Between Heart Disease and Type 2 Diabetes?

A diabetes care and education specialist (DCES) answers a patient's question about the connection between heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

MDI vs Insulin Pumps in Type 2 Diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes have a choice in the treatment of their condition, and understanding any and all options is a vital first step in proper diabetes management.

5 Ways to Overcome Blood Sugar Testing Anxiety

Testing your blood sugar sucks sometimes. It can be painful and cause anxiety if we fear our numbers. If you feel this way, we have 5 ways to help you overcome blood sugar testing anxiety.

Daily Type 2 Diabetes Kit

Make sure you have the right testing supplies to keep track of your blood sugar numbers, have enough insulin on-hand, and emergency carbohydrates that can help you track your carb intake or blood suga...