Finding out that you or a loved one has diabetes can be a traumatizing issue. It can be difficult to start on a new path to self-care. Worrying about diet, exercise, new medications, and doctor visits can be stressful – luckily, you don’t have to do it alone. It is...
Empowering Individuals and Families with Knowledge and Support Diabetes Awareness What is diabetes? According to the Cleveland Clinic, “Diabetes is a condition that happens when your blood sugar (glucose) is too high. It develops when your pancreas...
Have you ever wondered why diabetes patients have a higher chance of developing kidney disease? The answer lies in the blood vessels of the body. When someone has diabetes, the small blood vessels in the body are injured. One of the functions of a kidney is to keep...
Insulin is a hormone that absorbs glucose from the blood and converts it into glycogen in the liver and muscles. In the absence of insulin, the body turns to fat instead of glucose as a source of energy and sugar remains in the blood. Symptoms of diabetes include...
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Diabetes is a common disease that causes high blood sugar levels. Living with diabetes can cause an emotional and financial burden on the family. Diabetes is a serious disease that can affect anyone at any age, so it is important to be careful and to take care of...
