Category: Newly diagnosed

Diabetes and Exercise

Exercise is key to a healthy lifestyle. You should always consult your doctor before engaging in strenuous exercise to be sure you are physically able though.

Insulin for People with Type 2 Diabetes

You may need insulin to help you manage Type 2 diabetes. Use these resources to learn about how insulin can improve life with Type 2 diabetes.

Insulin Stigma in the Type 2 Diabetes Community

Insulin stigma in the T2D community is real and negatively impacts diabetes self-care and management. Read how it hurts people with T2D.

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.

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!

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...

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.