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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...

How to Stay Consistent with Diabetes Management

Managing diabetes is easier when you have a routine you can stick to. Learn how to stay consistent with diabetes management.

All About Glucagon

Besides being a hormone that occurs naturally in the body, glucagon is also an emergency medicine used when a person with diabetes is experiencing hypoglycemia and cannot take sugar orally or in non...

Common Misconceptions About Type 2 Diabetes

There are many things people get wrong about type 2 diabetes. Here are 10 misconceptions about diabetes.

Severe Hypoglycemia Disaster Preparedness Plan

Severe hypoglycemia can strike when you least expect it and be disastrous. Know what to do in the case of an emergency.

Talking to Your Friends and Family About Type 2 Diabetes

Consider this guide to help you navigate type 2 as a friend or family member.

What to Expect As a New Diabetes Caregiver

No one expects a loved one to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Here’s what you can expect when caring for someone living with diabetes.

Is Type 2 Diabetes Hereditary?

The answer to this question may not be what you think.

Ask a CDCES: Why Was I Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes or Prediabetes?

Wonder why you were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? We asked Diabetes care and education specialist, Jodi Lavin-Tompkins.