Proper foot care is important for everybody, but especially for people with diabetes. That’s because your feet can suffer if your diabetes is not well-controlled.
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How to interpret news stories on diabetes
As people who are living closely with diabetes, our interest is peaked whenever we hear or see a news item about supposed new research or medical findings.
Diabetes resolutions for the New Year
The beginning of a new year is a perfect time to think about establishing new personal goals, or change habits.
What to do if drugs are left in the freezing cold?
Most prescription drugs come with clear storage instructions. Depending on the specific medications, you may be advised to keep them in a cool, dry place or in the fridge.
Managing insulin across changing time zones
If you take insulin and will be travelling across time zones, it is best to see your healthcare team, with your itinerary and current dosing schedule, at least a month before you leave.
How to overcome the fear of giving yourself an insulin injection
Yearly flu shots, immunizations and injections are common situations that awaken needle fears. Some people report being worried about or frightened of receiving an annual needle. However, it is much more challenging to give yourself insulin injections as part of your daily diabetes management.
