Here are our top stories from September 2023. This month’s best stories cover a wide variety of topics like upcoming therapies, new research findings, and more.
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People dealing with access to food are more likely to have overweight, obesity, or type 2 diabetes. If you face barriers to accessing nutritious foods, there are...
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Discover the importance of 504 Plans and IEPs for students with diabetes in schools. Learn how to set up these support plans effectively.
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Join a study at UC San Diego investigating the potential benefits of the GLP-1 agonist semaglutide in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
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Explore the reasons behind the heightened risk of type 2 diabetes in the Hispanic community and find expert tips for prevention and management.
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Lauren Bongiorno, a diabetes coach and person living with type 1 diabetes, shares her top strategies for managing diabetes while traveling or stepping outside your daily...
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Combat diabetes stigma and bullying at school by educating, planning, and seeking community support for a more inclusive environment.
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Women with diabetes may face sexual problems, like low libido and urinary tract or yeast infections. Doctors need to prioritize and address these issues for better well-...
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Explore timeinrange.org: the go-to website for resources on time in range for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and people with diabetes. Elevate care with tools,...
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Explore the ACT1VATE trial on managing emotional distress in type 1 diabetes. Join a group or one-on-one virtual program to boost mental well-being and diabetes care...
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The latest research shows that many adults who have been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes feel unsupported as they learn to care for their condition. Learn about...
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Busy healthcare providers may not always be able to listen to their patients' needs. Here's what to look for in a healthcare team and how to advocate for your mental...
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Retirement is both an exciting and nerve-wracking time for anyone, but for people living with diabetes, this new stage of life may hit home differently. Here are the top...
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Getting quality sleep is challenging for children with type 1 diabetes, who deal with sleep disturbances like device alarms, low episodes, and more. Here we share sleep-...
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Type 1 "dia-bride" Gretchen Woodson shares her step-by-step guide on how to pick your dress, wear diabetes devices, and prep for lows so you can have a worry-free...
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Learn about the importance of Ozempic – the new “miracle” diet drug that celebrities are using for weight loss – in diabetes care and weight loss while challenging...
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Obesity management options include lifestyle changes, medication, and surgery. Here's what you need to know to make informed decisions about what treatments are optimal...
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Myths and misconceptions about diabetes can cause added anxiety and stress for people living with the condition. Here we debunk some common diabetes myths and offer...
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Author Christine Fallabel, who has had type 1 diabetes since 2000, shares a powerful perspective on what she’s felt like living with the condition. Fallabel and others...
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People with type 1 and 2 diabetes report experiencing diabetes stigma regardless of which devices they use. But when we start looking at which groups report the most...