Getting Started with Glucose Monitoring
by DiabetesCare.net | Aug 10, 2015 | Newly Diagnosed
So, you are new to type 2 diabetes? “Congratulations” is certainly not the first thing that pops to mind, BUT it is important to take a deep breath and know that you are not alone. You have come to the right place and the new Succeeding in Your First 30 Days with Type 2 Diabetes guide on the website will help you navigate through the first month of...
Understanding R, N, and Premixed Insulins
by DiabetesCare.net | Mar 13, 2015 | Newly Diagnosed
Sometimes due to choice, cost, insurance coverage you may find yourself on N, R, or pre-mixed insulin. The following is some information to understand what the types are, how they are taken, and who might be taking them. What is R insulin and when should I take it? Regular or R insulin is clear in color, considered short acting, and is available in names...
Children and Youth with Type 2 Diabetes
by DiabetesCare.net | Mar 9, 2015 | Newly Diagnosed
I have helped many children with diabetes over the span of my career. Sometimes I wonder about the children that I have helped and lost touch with. Many of the very young children I have helped developed type 1 diabetes but I have also helped children as young as 4 years of age with type 2 diabetes as well as many older children. This blog explores type...
5 Reasons to Keep Blood Glucose Under Control
by DiabetesCare.net | Feb 16, 2015 | Newly Diagnosed
You most likely have heard words from your health care team (or a variation of it) ”You need to keep your blood glucose in control”. Do you know why or is it because your doctor told you to do this? It is important to know why you need to keep your blood glucose in control and then actually come up with a plan to do just that. This blog will explore five...
Five First Steps After a Diabetes Diagnosis
by DiabetesCare.net | Dec 22, 2014 | Newly Diagnosed
In the U.S. alone, nearly two million people are diagnosed with diabetes each year. (1) What should you, or someone you know or love, do if you are one of those people? Call or talk to your doctor-If the diagnosis was not made by your doctor call your doctor immediately and tell him/her what happened. Even if your doctor diagnoses you, ask if you should go...
Diabetes Self-Management Education
by DiabetesCare.net | Oct 23, 2014 | Newly Diagnosed
Do you have Diabetes? Have you ever taken any Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) classes? If you have diabetes it is essential for you to take DSME classes. Most insurance will cover DSME; call your insurance today to find out what your coverage is. To find local DSME classes, check local hospitals, local endocrinologist offices, or YMCA’s and ask...
