Understanding Diabetes Accommodations for Exams
by DiabetesCare.net | Aug 8, 2014 | Advocacy
The years leading up to college include taking major exams, which influence students’ college choices. Of course, this can lead to stress and blood glucose fluctuations.Therefore, when preparing for college board exams, families of students with diabetes need to take steps to obtain exam accommodations. Here is some information on how to do so. SAT,...
Back to School: Getting Type 1 Kids Ready for the Fall
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 24, 2014 | Advocacy
Despite the fact that we are in the middle of summer in the United States, parents of school age children and teens should still be preparing for the school year now. Whether the child is newly diagnosed or are seasoned diabetes experts on their child’s care, it’s important for families to complete the proper health-related paperwork to ensure...
Mental illness 101
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 11, 2014 | Mental
We’ve all got it. Some deny it; others broadcast it. Some inflict self shame when acknowledging it; others limit themselves because of it.Yet those who embrace it can then get to a place where healthy coping and effective treatment may occur. What am I referring to? The answer, which may surprise some, is mental illness. Mental illness is often...
Prescription Assistance Programs for Diabetes Medications
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 9, 2014 | Advocacy
It has become more common for patients to ask questions regarding the cost of the medications they are prescribed. According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes medications represent over one quarter (28%) of all health expenditures attributed to diabetes (1). Â Several studies from around the globe estimate the average person with diabetes is...
