Managing high blood sugar is crucial for those living with diabetes, necessitating personalized medication regimens tailored to individual needs. The role of insulin, along with a variety of oral medications like Metformin and GLP-1 receptor agonists, forms the foundation of effective diabetes management. Exploring alternative and combination therapies allows for more customized care. Detailed understanding […]
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The lack of sunlight, physical activity, and motivation are arguably the hardest aspects of winter for people living with a chronic illness. Luckily, with some modifications to our regular dosing, a little mental health support, and maintaining a healthy routine, we can combat the negative effects of winter.
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The health of people with diabetes, hypertension and obesity improved when they could get free fruits and vegetables with a prescription from their doctors and other health professionals. We found that these patients’ blood sugar levels, blood pressure and weight improved in our new study published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. The improvements we […]
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The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea The number of people living with diabetes worldwide is on pace to more than double in the next three decades, for a total of 1.3 billion people by 2050. That is one of the key findings from our study on the […]
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We delve into the early indicators of type 2 diabetes, empowering readers to recognize these signs, seek medical advice, and make informed lifestyle choices to prevent complications.
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Sixteen-year-old Karl is seen for the first time in my optometry practice. He was referred to me for a fluctuating vision problem. During his examination, I saw signs suggesting he may have diabetes, which could have explained the fluctuating vision. This suspicion became a reality when his family doctor confirmed the diagnosis. Karl’s world was […]
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