Honoring Diabetes Dads on Father's Day Father's Day is a special occasion to celebrate all fathers, but it's particularly important to recognize the unique challenges faced by dads in the diabetes community, often referred to as D-Dads. These men navigate the complexities of fatherhood while man
Monitoring Blood Sugar with Smartwatches For people with diabetes, monitoring blood sugar levels is crucial. Thanks to advancements in technology, smartwatches can now help with this task. These devices, when paired with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs), allow users to view their blood sugar
Menopause and Metabolic Syndrome: What You Need to Know A recent study has shown that menopause can significantly increase the risk of developing metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that raise the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems. This is particularly concerni
Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Children Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can be challenging, especially for children. Here are some effective strategies to help manage this condition: Daily Management: Regularly monitor blood sugar levels and administer insulin as needed. Use tools like i
Understanding and Managing High Morning Blood Sugar Levels If you have diabetes, waking up with high blood sugar levels can be frustrating. Here are some common reasons and solutions to help you manage this issue. Common Causes Dawn Phenomenon: This occurs when your body releases str
Common Skin Conditions Causing Lumps and Bumps and Their Treatments Cysts: Noncancerous pockets of tissue filled with fluid, pus, or other material. They can develop due to infections, clogged sebaceous glands, or foreign bodies. Treatment options include draining, cortisone shots, or su
Understanding Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and Their Risk Factors Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occur when bacteria from the skin or rectum enter the urethra and infect the urinary tract. Most UTIs are caused by E. coli bacteria, which normally live in the intestines. Symptoms of a UTI inc
Why Including More Black Men in Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials Matters Prostate cancer affects Black men more severely than White men. They are more likely to develop the disease, have it recur, or spread to other parts of the body. Black men are also two to three times more likely to die from
Danuglipron: A Potential Game Changer for Diabetes and Weight Loss Danuglipron is a new drug being developed by Pfizer that shows promise in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity. According to a phase two clinical trial, this twice-a-day pill may be as effective as the injectable medication Ozem
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. There are two main types: Type 1 and Type In Type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin, a hormone needed to allow sugar (glucose) to enter cells to produce energy. In Type 2 diabetes,