It’s Not Just Type 2 Diabetes: Other Complications To Be Concerned About
My father, who had type 2 diabetes for most of his adult life, died at age 89. In the end, it wasn’t type 2 diabetes that got him, but heart disease ....
Newly Diagnosed? What I Would Tell Someone With Type 2 Diabetes
While technological advances like continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps have improved life for people with diabetes, developing healthy eating ...
Connecting With Others With Diabetes and Becoming an Advocate
My life changed once I finally accepted the fact that I have type 2 diabetes. After I got over the denial and the depression stage, I was able to accept it ....
Why I Want to Avoid Talking About Type 2 Diabetes
You might not believe this, but I really don’t like talking about my type 2 diabetes.
‘You Don’t Look Sick,’ and Other Misconceptions About Type 2 Diabetes
When people learn that I have diabetes, they often express surprise. “You aren’t overweight,” they say, giving me a once-over with their eyes ....
How Having a Chronic Illness Affects Your Life
Growing up as a young child, you don’t have a care in the world. You never think about what happens if you get sick – what you would do ...