If you are at risk for severe hypoglycemia, there are some important things you can do to prevent and manage it. Read on to learn about 6 best practices to manage low blood sugar emergencies.
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What to discuss with your doctor about diabetes and kidney health
If you have diabetes and kidney disease, or are at risk, there are some important issues you should discuss with your doctor. Read on to learn more about talking with your healthcare team about diabetes and kidney disease.
Read More »How is kidney disease treated in people with diabetes?
Kidney disease in people with diabetes is treated with self-management practices, such as attaining an ideal weight and target blood sugars, not smoking, following a heart- and kidney-healthy meal plan, and taking certain medications.
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You may already know that diabetes can affect your kidneys and that high blood sugars, along with other risk factors, can cause kidney disease. That’s why it is important to have regular tests for kidney disease to detect it at an early stage, as there may be few symptoms at that time.
Read More »How do you know if you have kidney disease?
Kidney disease is a common complication of diabetes. Read about diabetes and kidney disease in this article, including symptoms, tests that diagnose it and the five stages of kidney disease.
Read More »How does diabetes affect the kidneys?
Maintaining kidney health is very important for people with diabetes, as kidney disease is a serious complication of diabetes. Read on to learn more about diabetes and kidney health.
Read More »Diabetes and coronavirus: information and tips to protect yourself
It’s time to be prepared for managing coronavirus in Canada. You might be wondering what it means for people with diabetes, and if there are special considerations you should know about. Read on to learn about diabetes and coronavirus.
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