Our mental health is intrinsically linked with our physical health; when we have a change in one domain, we experience a shift in the other. Getting a diagnosis of diabetes can result in a range of emotions, especially around the time of diagnosis.
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Can diabetes be misdiagnosed?
As researchers delve into the causes, prevalence and treatment of diabetes across the globe, they’re also discovering that some forms of diabetes can be misdiagnosed too.
The top 10 differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
People who aren’t familiar with the disease tend to lump type 1 and type 2 diabetes together. However, nothing could be more misguided! While some of the principles of management may be the same, there are many differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Blood sugar levels in Canada
Controlling your blood sugar levels is key to your overall diabetes management. Read on to learn about blood sugar levels in Canada.
The stages of emotions after diabetes diagnosis
Have you or someone close to you just been diagnosed with diabetes? To say that the news usually comes as a shock is an understatement. Gaining information about the emotions shared by others can be helpful at this early stage. It can help you realize that you are far from alone.
How is diabetes diagnosed?
Diabetes can be diagnosed in a number of ways. In fact, there are 4 different tests that can be done to diagnose diabetes, as recommended by the Diabetes Canada clinical practice guidelines.
