Over time, having diabetes can put us at risk for severe health issues but the good news is that early treatment can help to prevent complications.
Management
What is diabetic ketoacidosis?
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a very dangerous condition in which consistently high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) cause toxic compounds (called ketones) to build up in your blood and urine.
Liver health and diabetes
Liver health is an important consideration for people living with diabetes. Some conditions that affect the liver are more common among people with diabetes.
Managing diabetes when you are sick
Common illnesses such as dehydration or flu can be more challenging if you live with diabetes. Read this expert blog to learn about managing diabetes when you are sick.
Avoiding amputation in people with diabetes
Amputation is one of the most feared complications of people with diabetes, with good reason. It is painful, it is life-altering and it is permanent.
Improve your diabetes management by seeing a diabetes education team
Have you met with a diabetes education team? Do you know what the role of a diabetes education team is? You may be thinking, “Why do I even need a team?”
