Starting on metformin? My journey with type 2 diabetes on learning how to deal with side effects, “faux lows,” and learning more about this therapy.

Explore the profound issue of diabetes stigma and steps we can take to combat it. From the Language Matters movement to personal stories and global pledges, discover how...

Rising type 2 diabetes rates demand new approaches. The 2022 ADA/EASD Consensus Report emphasizes person-centered care, medications for glycemic control and weight loss...

Explore diabetes-friendly fast food options at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Get dietitian-approved picks and tips for healthier choices while maintaining your carb budget.

Explore diabetes-friendly fast food options. Get dietitian-approved picks and tips for healthier choices while maintaining your carb budget.

Explore how diabetes stigma in healthcare can hinder patient support and empowerment. Learn to recognize signs of stigma, understand its impact, and seek out stigma-free...

Explore the challenges and effects of diabetes on relationships, and learn about strategies to mitigate its impact for healthier bonds with loved ones.

The FDA recently approved Wegovy (semaglutide), a GLP-1 receptor agonist, as a weight loss treatment for teens ages 12 and up. Wegovy is now the first once-weekly weight...

Feeling judged or shamed for what you eat is an experience shared by many people living with diabetes. Support groups and open conversations can help combat the stigma...

Diet and exercise are often insufficient for people with obesity, leading many to pursue alternatives. The American Gastroenterological Association published guidelines...

diaTribe writer and editor Jim Hirsch reviews an outstanding new PBS documentary that explores and gives new voices to the diabetes epidemic in the US

Why we use A1C, what values are recommended, and what impacts A1C – everything from anemia to vitamins

UCSF’s Dr. Robert Lustig explains how we all can reduce our consumption of sugar and processed foods and why it’s important for promoting health

At our virtual Musings Under the Moon #8 gathering, experts in health equity gathered to discuss what health equity really means, what its barriers are, and what actions...

There are several coverage options for those who are unemployed, with special options in place during the COVID-19 national emergency.

As you look toward staying healthy in the new year, meaningful changes to your diet may help you manage glucose levels and maximize health in the face of COVID-19. Four...

Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and Asian individuals, and people of all non-white racial and ethnic groups are more likely to have diabetes and diabetes-related health...

The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has updated its recommendations, encouraging prediabetes and type 2 diabetes screening for people with excess weight or...

Hope Warshaw interviewed Dr. Martin Abrahamson and Dr. Sanjiv Chopra about their new self-published book, Conquer Your Diabetes: Prevention – Control – Remission. Her...

Having a surgical procedure, whether it's planned or an emergency, comes with added risks when you have diabetes. Learn more about preparing for surgery with diabetes,...