Everyone needs support at some point in their lives, and people with diabetes are no exception. The burden of living with – and managing – your condition can sometimes seem overwhelming. There are lots of places you can seek support (including support groups), and lots of activities you can participate in to ensure that you feel supported.
Living Well With Diabetes -Articles
Laughter is the best medicine!
It may seem obvious why we laugh because something is funny! but laughter isn’t just a quick pick-me-up. It also has a number of beneficial short- and long-term physical effects.
Avoiding weight gain when you start insulin
Insulin is often associated with weight gain, but that doesn’t always have to be the case. Read here for tips on avoiding weight gain after starting insulin.
Questions to ask the pharmacist about diabetes medications
Asking questions is the best way for us all to make sure we get the most out of the diabetes medications that we are prescribed.
What kind of diabetes do I have? Louise’s story
Usually, when visitors to Diabetes Care Community post questions about their health, they receive general advice and links to information on diabetes.
Glucose control – let’s talk about it!
First of all, how important is your glucose control early in your diabetes? The short answer is very. Is it easy? Not really.