Diabetes Complications

Over time, high blood glucose can have harmful effects on the body, leading to complications such as neuropathy (nerve damage), nephropathy (kidney disease), and retinopathy (eye disease). Learn about how to prevent and treat these ⁠— and other ⁠— complications of diabetes.

Somogyi Effect: Definition and Overview

April 9, 2014

The Somogyi effect, also known as the “rebound” effect, was named after Michael Somogyi, the researcher who first described it… Read More “Somogyi Effect: Definition and Overview”

Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program

May 15, 2019

In an effort to prevent foot ulcers in people with diabetes who are at risk, Medicare will help pay for therapeutic shoes… Read More “Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program”

Low-Vision and Blindness Resources

July 25, 2013

The following organizations can be a good place to start if you’d like information on low-vision and blindness rehabilitation or services.
American Association of Diabetes Educators
(800) 338-3633

www.diabeteseducator.org
Contact the AADE to locate a member of the Disabilities/Visual Impairment Specialty Practice Group. The Web site has a “Find An Educator” feature, which locates diabetes educators by name or area. Read More “Low-Vision and Blindness Resources”

Product Manufacturers and Distributors

January 30, 2006

For more information on the products mentioned in this article, as well as a variety of other assistive devices, contact the companies listed below. Read More “Product Manufacturers and Distributors”

Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, and Physical Activity

June 25, 2002

It’s no coincidence that the rate of Type 2 diabetes is
rising as rapidly as the rate of obesity in the United States. The two
are strongly related: The heavier people are, the more likely they are
to develop diabetes. So… Read More “Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, and Physical Activity”

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