While scanning the discussion forum of Diabetes Care Community, I came across a post: My dad is 74 with type 2. His doctor says he should be exercising. Well probably he should but hes never really been a sporty or physically active kind of person. How can you make someone change at that age?
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Travelling in high altitudes for people with diabetes
If you are planning an adventurous trip that involves high altitude, such as mountain climbing, there are some things you should know about high altitude and diabetes management before you travel.
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If you or your child are newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, it’s completely natural to feel overwhelmed. Here are eight quick tips that you can use to help you take control.
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Most different faiths have something in common when it comes to holiday festivities at this time of year.
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The management of type 1 diabetes in older or elderly adults is generally very similar to that of the general type 1 diabetes population.
Read More »Andrew: Overcoming Challenges
People with type 2 diabetes write back to their younger selves, to share personal insights and reflect on their experience of living with diabetes and starting on insulin therapy. In this post, Andrew reflects on living with diabetes.
Read More »How to manage your diabetes even when you’re working full-time
No doubt working full-time can be hectic and stressful at times for most people. But when you add diabetes into the mix, working full-time means you’re juggling career demands along with managing your blood sugar levels.
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