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Gestational diabetes and the blood sugar test during pregnancy
Women go through many changes during pregnancy, including changes in how their bodies process insulin. Diabetes is when too much glucose (sugar) stays in the blood instead of being…
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Diabetes monitoring systems: Get to know your glucose numbers
Diabetes monitoring is easier, less painful and provides more data for better management through a continuous glucose monitoring system in your arm. For people diagnosed with diabetes, consistent blood sugar…
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Protect your bones from effects of diabetes
Diabetes is known for causing serious side effects including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, strokes and limb amputations. Unfortunately, your bone health also is at risk if you have diabetes.…
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The type 2 diabetes epidemic: How you can fight back
Diabetes comes in two forms: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that occurs when your body doesn’t produce enough insulin or use insulin properly.…
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Type 1 diabetes in children: What you need to know
The incidence of diabetes is on the rise across the world – including type 1 diabetes among children. Type 1 diabetes management can be challenging. It requires testing your blood…
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Sugar or artificial sweeteners? What’s best for diabetes
Are artificial sweeteners safe for diabetes? Should I use honey or agave nectar instead of sugar? I have diabetes – what is the best sugar substitute? With conflicting information…
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New diabetes medications may treat heart disease
Diabetes and heart failure often go hand-in-hand. Recognizing this, recently developed diabetes medications called SGLT-2 inhibitors may be able to effectively treat heart failure in patients regardless of whether…
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Diabetes increases risk of heart failure
People who have diabetes are at two- to four-times greater risk of having heart failure compared to individuals without diabetes. This is according to a study published in the…