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Ramzi Abulhaj- Hello MyDiabetesCentral!

My name is Ramzi Abulhaj and I have been a Type 2 diabetic for 13 years. I wanted to begin blogging on this particular website because there seems to be an abundance of information here and it is nice to join a group of fellow diabetics who have also experienced all aspects of the disease. I have struggled with lifestyle changes and the... Read more Chevron

posted 10/19/2010, comments (0)|

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David Mendosa, Health Guide

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Medical Journalist Living with Diabetes and Author of Fitness and Photography for Fun, www.mendosa.com/fitnessblog

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Diabetes Support in Korea

When Jeongkwan (Brian) Lee of the i-SENS planning division introduced me to Cheol Jean, Brian called him "the Korean David Mendosa." Brian was being too generous to me. Both of us have written about diabetes for years and have organized diabetes support groups. But Cheol Jean, whose business cards reads as Charlie Jean to make it easier... Read more Chevron

posted 10/18/2010, comments (0)|

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Amylia Grace, Health Guide

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internationally published poet, writer, research assistant, diabetes advocate and educator. Dx'd with T1DM in '89.

Interpreting Hyperglycemia: What It Means

Mornings can be tough for diabetics. The number we see on the screen can sometimes feel like a determination of how our day may be. And I love breakfast. It's my favorite meal of the day (when done right). But last Sunday I woke up to a bloodsugar reading of 306 mg/dl. This is not an anomaly. It happens. But Sundays are special. Sundays are... Read more Chevron

posted 10/05/2010, comment (1)|

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Amylia Grace, Health Guide

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internationally published poet, writer, research assistant, diabetes advocate and educator. Dx'd with T1DM in '89.

Giving Extra Time to Check Blood Sugar, Insulin Adjustments in Diabetes Self Care

While I wouldn't wish my diabetes on anyone, living with diabetes has taught me some new, important ways of being in the world. Much like having a baby may teach folks how to be more patient, or how good it can feel to put the needs of another before oneself, diabetes has taught me such things, as well. While I'm still not the patron saint of... Read more Chevron

posted 10/04/2010, comments (0)|

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Dr. Fran Cogen, Health Pro

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Director, Child/Adolescent Diabetes Program at Children's Nat'l

Islet Cell Regeneration: It's Not Over 'Til It's Over

As I continue to peruse this site and read the latest news about diabetes, I can't help but be optimistic about the latest treatment innovations and the progress of different research avenues. One of Ann Bartlett's research update bullets particularly caught my attention: "pancreatic islet cells living in established diabetics." As per my usual... Read more Chevron

posted 09/28/2010, comments (2)|