Overview of Diabetes
Learn the basics on diabetes and find out how insulin and glucose work.
Prevalence and Types of Diabetes
Diabetes is a serious health problem, and it may be more common than you think.
Causes of Diabetes
What’s the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes? Find out here.
Risk Factors for Type 1 Diabetes
Researchers still don’t fully understand what causes type 1 diabetes or the risk factors that predispose someone to it. But it appears that heredity and family history is an important predictor.
Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
Knowing your risk profile for diabetes will help you and your doctor to create the best prevention and treatment plan.
Prediabetes
Diagnosed with prediabetes? Don’t fret. Diet and exercise can delay diabetes or prevent its onset.
Prevention of Diabetes
Diet and exercise are the cornerstones for preventing type 2 diabetes.
Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes
The first signs of type 1 diabetes can be very serious and require medical attention.
Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
Think you might have type 2 diabetes? Learn the signs and get tested.
Diagnosis and Office Follow-Up of Diabetes
Here's what you need to know about the many types of tests for diabetes.
Treatment of Diabetes
Diabetes is treatable. Learn how to assemble a healthcare team to tackle your diabetes.
Tight Glucose Control for Treating Diabetes
Here are the pros and cons of strict blood glucose control for treating diabetes.
Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose, Urine, and Ketone Levels
People with diabetes, particularly those who rely on insulin, should be more aggressive in their daily self-monitoring of blood glucose levels.
Exercise and Diabetes
Get your cardio, walking, aerobics, and weightlifting on. Learn how physical activity can push away diabetes.
Diabetes Complications and Exercise
If you have other health problems related to diabetes, some types of physical activity can be risky.
Nutrition for Diabetes Management
When it comes to managing diabetes, research points to a healthy eating plan.
Making Positive Changes Last for People with Diabetes
Is managing diabetes a drag? Here are tips on how to stay motivated.
Preventing Falls for People with Diabetes
Here's how you can prevent taking a spill if you have diabetes.
Oral Medications for People with Diabetes
Here's a deep dive into the many oral medications for treating diabetes and their potential side effects.
Non-Insulin Injectable Diabetes Medications
Here's a roundup of the types of injectable medications other than insulin for people with diabetes and their potential side effects.
Injected Insulin and Insulin Adjuncts for People
with Diabetes
Most people with diabetes who need insulin use more than one type. Here’s a rundown on the four main types of insulin.
with Diabetes
Modes of Insulin Administration for People with Diabetes
Syringes, pens, or pumps. Which one is right for you?
Adverse Effects of Insulin for People with Diabetes
Insulin overdose can to lead to seizures or coma. But there is an easy and quick treatment. Find out more.
Pancreas and Islet Transplants for People with Diabetes
The science is still mixed on pancreas and islet transplants for those with diabetes.
Alternative and Complementary Treatments for People
with Diabetes
Thinking about using dietary supplements or vitamins to treat diabetes? Talk to your doctor first. Here’s why.
with Diabetes
Diabetes Complications: Coronary Heart Disease, Stroke,
and Peripheral Arterial Disease
People with diabetes are at increased risk for clogging of the arteries. Learn how to prevent diabetes-related problems down the road.
and Peripheral Arterial Disease
Diabetes Complications: Kidney Damage
Learn how to prevent and treat diabetes-related kidney disease.
Diabetes Complications: Retinopathy, Cataracts,
and Glaucoma
Diabetes can cause serious eye damage and vision problems if left untreated. If you have diabetes, see an eye doctor regularly.
and Glaucoma
Diabetes Complications: Nerve Damage
Find out the latest on prevention and treatment for diabetes-related nerve damage.
Type 2 Diabetes and Osteoarthritis
People with type 2 diabetes are more likely to have osteoarthritis than the general population.
Gout and Diabetes
A new study examines the relationship between gout and diabetes.
Relationship Between Diabetes and Gum Disease
The relationship between diabetes and gum disease may go both ways.
Changes in Skin for People with Diabetes
Here are common skin problems for people with diabetes.
Foot Problems for People with Diabetes
Foot infections can be very serious for people with diabetes.
Depression and Anxiety in Type 2 Diabetes
Leads to Worse Cardiovascular Outcomes
A study finds that depression and anxiety are strong predictors of heart disease for those with type 2 diabetes.
Leads to Worse Cardiovascular Outcomes