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Higher blood sugar levels cause damage over time to blood vessels and nerves, which can affect your eyes, heart, kidneys, and other organs. It’s important to be aware of these diabetes-related health complications so that you can act now to avoid them or prevent them from progressing.

Celiac disease and type 1 diabetes often go hand in hand. Learn more about what celiac is, what your risk might be for this condition, and how to navigate a diagnosis.
Diabetes puts you at risk of liver disease. Learn about the relationship between type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), complications like NASH...
Manage diabetes better with the latest ADA standards for glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure. Discuss your targets with your healthcare team for personalized care.
Diabetes increases the likelihood of psoriasis, a condition that causes patches of itchy, dry skin, but there are treatments available.
Rising COVID-19 cases and the new Eris and Pirola strains make precautions vital, especially for those at higher risk. Protect yourself: Take a look at updated booster...
More than 50 percent of people with diabetes are at risk for dry eyes, which can harm vision if untreated. Recognize symptoms like redness and stinging. Seek treatment...
People with diabetes risk complications like stroke and heart attack. The ADA's 2023 care standards, along with regular exams and a healthy lifestyle, can reduce these...
Discover the link between diabetes and cancer, the risk factors involved, and how managing your diabetes could cut your cancer risk.
New research reveals that individuals over 40 with type 2 diabetes taking statins may have a reduced risk of kidney disease. The study spans 21 years with 20,000...
People with diabetes risk eye issues like retinopathy and glaucoma. Following the ADA's 2023 care standards and regular eye checks can mitigate these risks.
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...
Uncover the complex link between obesity, asthma, and diabetes, plus effective management strategies to deal with allergens during peak allergy season.
Discover how a new predictive tool can forecast the risk of chronic kidney disease in type 2 diabetes patients. Learn about its benefits, limitations, and potential for...
Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are key to the prevention and management of diabetes-related complications like foot disease. Here’s why it’s important to be...
Explore the role of artificial intelligence in diabetic retinopathy detection with Eyenuk's innovative technology. Here we also examine the disputed effects of GLP-1s on...
New research reveals a higher dementia risk in early-onset diabetes. Preventing prediabetes progression may be key to mitigating this risk.
New drug treatments are now available for children with diabetes following the recent approval of Jardiance (empagliflozin) and Synjardy (empagliflozin and metformin...
Medications like aspirin, Tylenol, and vitamin C can potentially impact the accuracy of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). Here are steps to ensure reliable diabetes...
Explore groundbreaking research that connects type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease through mitochondrial dysfunction. The link unveils new insights in elder care and...
SGLT-2 inhibitors can protect your heart! This type of medicine is recommended for people with type 2 diabetes who have heart disease or risk factors related to heart...

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