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Diabetes and interpreting blood sugar results
If you are regularly checking your blood glucose levels, you can get the most out of your efforts by learning what the results mean.
10 diabetes breakthroughs
Diabetes research is ongoing, and some amazing developments in the diagnosis and management of diabetes are coming your way. Here are 10 diabetes breakthroughs you should know about!
Diabetes management: how are we doing in Canada?
Management of blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure are important for people with diabetes. How do Canadians rate with respect to these parameters? Read this article to learn more about the state of diabetes management in Canada.
How is kidney disease treated in people with diabetes?
Kidney disease in people with diabetes is treated with self-management practices, such as attaining an ideal weight and target blood sugars, not smoking, following a heart- and kidney-healthy meal plan, and taking certain medications.
How to engage family and friends in helping manage severe low blood sugar
If you take insulin or a diabetes medication that increases insulin produced by the pancreas (such as glyburide, gliclazide or repaglinide), you may be at risk of severe hypoglycemia. Read on to learn some things your family and friends can do to help you manage severe low blood sugar.
