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Support groups bring together a number of individuals who are facing similar challenges. These challenges may range from specific personal health issues like diabetes, to relationship or emotional health issues, or the more comprehensive range of challenges faced by people like caregivers.

The Canadian Diabetes Association has undertaken an interesting new nationwide initiative for physicians working with individuals with pre-diabetes or diabetes.

People with diabetes often suffer other chronic health conditions; it is not uncommon to see them taking several prescription medications.

People with diabetes can be at higher risk of foot injuries and infection. Keep your feet safe by purchasing footwear that protects your feet.

People with diabetes are often faced with thoughtless or ill-considered behavior from other people. Often this is due to lack of understanding about the condition and its management.

As a social worker working with individuals with diabetes, I have become more aware of how depression, and anxiety are common symptoms.