If you have diabetes, it’s important to pay attention to your heart health. Heart disease is a common complication of diabetes. In fact, people with diabetes are 3 times more likely to die of heart disease compared to those who don’t have diabetes. The good news is that there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk.
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Insulin and hypoglycemia: are all insulins the same?
There are many different types of insulin available today; some of them may make people more prone to episodes of hypoglycemia. Read this expert blog to learn about the onset and action of insulins used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
I hope I will feel okay after starting insulin
Has your healthcare team talked to you about adding insulin to your treatment regimen? Many people have different thoughts about starting insulin.
Environmental toxins and diabetes: what are the health risks?
A number of studies have shown a relationship between environmental toxins and the risk of diabetes. These toxins can occur naturally or through industrial and manufacturing processes.
What’s the difference between a generic and a brand medication?
Has your pharmacist ever suggested that you could save money by switching to a generic diabetes medication instead of the brand name your health professional has recommended? Most of us have been in this situation and may have had slight concerns about whether to follow the advice.
Once-weekly insulin: a new option for Canadians with diabetes
Diabetes affects millions of people in Canada, and insulin therapy is often a central component of its management.
