It turns out that some animals have Type 1 diabetes, just like us, and they can also live perfectly healthy, normal lives with the disease, just like us!
One of the special guests at the Children With Diabetes Friends for Life conference was PJ, the diabetic dog. Ashley Foster, PJ's owner, and veterinarian Dr. Chuck... Read more
Summertime is great, for its long days, its sunny weather, and the free time it gives a lot of us to pursue fun outdoor activities. In addition to slathering on sunscreen, drinking lots of water and following general safety precautions, we must also remember to protect diabetes supplies from getting too hot.
A Type 1... Read more
Many insulin pumps are waterproof, but this doesnt mean that we have to wear them in the water. I don't ever swim with my pump on, because I have no place to clip it and don't see the harm in being disconnected for short periods of time. However, I do know people with diabetes who go in the pool and the ocean with their pumps.
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Researchers might be on the verge of a huge breakthrough in diabetes care. Right now, experiments are being conducted with a new type of insulin - an insulin that, if all goes well, would only need to be taken once a day to control blood sugars.
SmartInsulin was developed by a biotech company called SmartCells, Inc., which is based... Read more
In a recent post, I knocked down a book intended to help people make smart choices when it comes to food. Now, I want to discuss how people can get the information they need from other sources in order to enjoy going to restaurants and safely manage blood sugars at the same time. If nothing else, Eat This Not That at least made the... Read more
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