If you have diabetes, it is important to know what the A1C (sometimes called hemoglobin A1C) test is, and how the diabetes team uses the A1C.
Blood glucose monitoring
Tips for reducing pain with blood glucose monitoring
Pricking your finger every single day – and often more than once a day – is an important part of your diabetes management.
What’s the difference between A1C and blood sugar?
The terms A1C and blood sugar are frequently used when talking about diabetes. But what is the difference between A1C and blood sugar, and how do they relate?
Measuring blood sugar levels throughout the day
Should you be measuring blood sugar levels throughout the day? While it’s true that people with diabetes should measure their blood sugar at regular intervals, there are some distinctions regarding how often to test.
Home blood glucose meters – which one do I choose?
My last blog entry addressed the importance of using home blood glucose monitoring strategically.
Is your blood glucose monitor accurate? How do you know?
Every day, people living with diabetes use their blood glucose monitoring results to make self-management decisions. How accurate should your blood glucose monitor be? What do you need to know about blood glucose monitor accuracy?
